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$217,641$216 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 82How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026

FORT PAYNE, AL 35968
0
Baths
1,008 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.73 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2015
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$218K
$178K low$257K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$797 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$22,440 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$860
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$21,580
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$27,440
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$153,500

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.47
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
33
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
84
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
96
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
23
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyDeKalb
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.73
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Gravity
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 156 ft²

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Sylvania High SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–12 · 4.9 mi

District: Dekalb County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 35968These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.93
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.102
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.104

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.91%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.12%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.12%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.6,012
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.97 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$57,707
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$67,807
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.59°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.58 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.58%

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How this home compares

measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Costs more per square foot than 86% of homes in DeKalb County
  • Smaller than 86% of homes in Fort Payne 35968
  • Has a smaller lot than 86% of homes in Fort Payne 35968
  • Newer than 97% of homes in DeKalb County

What homes are worth in Fort Payne 35968

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$74K$676K

This home is worth more than 46% of homes in Fort Payne 35968.

How it measures up in Fort Payne 35968

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Fort Payne 35968.

Estimated value$217,641
CheaperTypical $229,000Pricier

Pricier than 46% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$216
CheaperTypical $151Pricier

Pricier than 85% of homes nearby

Living area1,008 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,495 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 14% of homes nearby

Lot size0.73 ac
SmallerTypical 2 acBigger

Bigger than 14% of homes nearby

Year built2015
OlderTypical 1985Newer

Newer than 96% of homes nearby

How ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeFort Payne 35968DeKalb County
Estimated valuepricier than$217,64146% of homes56% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$21685% of homes86% of homes
Living areabigger than1,008 ft²14% of homes18% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.73 ac14% of homes17% of homes
Year builtnewer than201596% of homes97% of homes

About

How much is , Fort Payne, AL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for , Fort Payne, AL is $217,641 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $178,126 to $257,156. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did , Fort Payne, AL last sell?

, Fort Payne, AL last sold on Oct 1, 2014, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is , Fort Payne, AL?

, Fort Payne, AL has 1,008 square feet of living space and a 0.73-acre lot.

When was , Fort Payne, AL built?

, Fort Payne, AL was built in 2015, making it 11 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve , Fort Payne, AL?

, Fort Payne, AL is assigned to Sylvania High School (elementary), rated B-. All sit in Dekalb County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does , Fort Payne, AL compare to other homes in Fort Payne 35968?

Among the 1,940 homes in Fort Payne 35968, it is worth more than 46% of them ($217,641 against a typical $229,000), its price per square foot is higher than 85% of them ($216 against a typical $151), it is bigger than 14% of them (1,008 ft² against a typical 1,495 ft²), its lot is bigger than 14% of them (0.73 ac against a typical 2 ac) and it is newer than 96% of them (2015 against a typical 1985). Measured against all of DeKalb County, it is worth more than 56% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on , Fort Payne, AL?

The 2025 property tax bill for , Fort Payne, AL was $797. The county assessed it at $22,440.

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