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$346,622$134 / 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 74How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026

HIGDON, AL 35979
1
Baths
2,581 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.
4 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1977
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$347K
$256K low$437K high
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$346,622
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$277,298

Tax & Assessment

Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$17,180 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$460
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$16,720
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$16,060
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$195,200

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.
30
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
85
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.4.00
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Pier/Post & Beam
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 168 ft²

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

E
Ider High SchoolB
Elementary · Grades KG–12 · 8.9 mi

District: Dekalb County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 35979These 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.89
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.112
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.124

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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.4.8%
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.994
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.88 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$47,303
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$70,597
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.58°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.61 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.58%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

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.

  • Worth more than 87% of homes in DeKalb County
  • Bigger than 96% of homes in Higdon 35979
  • Has a bigger lot than 68% of homes in DeKalb County
  • Older than 67% of homes in Higdon 35979

What homes are worth in Higdon 35979

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

This home
$78K$557K

This home is worth more than 84% of homes in Higdon 35979.

How it measures up in Higdon 35979

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Higdon 35979.

Estimated value$346,622
CheaperTypical $226,169Pricier

Pricier than 84% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$134
CheaperTypical $147Pricier

Pricier than 41% of homes nearby

Living area2,581 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,460 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 96% of homes nearby

Lot size4 ac
SmallerTypical 2.83 acBigger

Bigger than 62% of homes nearby

Year built1977
OlderTypical 1989Newer

Newer than 33% of homes nearby

How ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHigdon 35979DeKalb County
Estimated valuepricier than$346,62284% of homes87% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$13441% of homes53% of homes
Living areabigger than2,581 ft²96% of homes95% of homes
Lot sizebigger than4 ac62% of homes68% of homes
Year builtnewer than197733% of homes43% of homes

About

How much is , Higdon, AL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for , Higdon, AL is $346,622 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $255,797 to $437,447. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did , Higdon, AL last sell?

, Higdon, AL last sold on Jan 12, 2006, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is , Higdon, AL?

, Higdon, AL has 1 bathrooms, 2,581 square feet of living space and a 4.00-acre lot.

When was , Higdon, AL built?

, Higdon, AL was built in 1977, making it 49 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve , Higdon, AL?

, Higdon, AL is assigned to Ider 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 , Higdon, AL compare to other homes in Higdon 35979?

Among the 491 homes in Higdon 35979, it is worth more than 84% of them ($346,622 against a typical $226,169), its price per square foot is higher than 41% of them ($134 against a typical $147), it is bigger than 96% of them (2,581 ft² against a typical 1,460 ft²), its lot is bigger than 62% of them (4 ac against a typical 2.83 ac) and it is newer than 33% of them (1977 against a typical 1989). Measured against all of DeKalb County, it is worth more than 87% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

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