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$147,330$79 / 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 79How 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
1,876 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.
26 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1920
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$147K
$117K low$178K 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.$147,330
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$117,864

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$273 (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.$9,180 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,700
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$7,480
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$8,580
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$146,400

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.66
100
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
31
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.197 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
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.1 percent flood zone

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.26.00
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Gravity
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Carport (Unspecified)
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 304 ft²

Transaction History(2)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

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 · 8.6 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

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 less than 82% of homes in Higdon 35979
  • Costs less per square foot than 98% of homes in Higdon 35979
  • Bigger than 78% of homes in Higdon 35979
  • Has a bigger lot than 95% of homes in Higdon 35979
  • Among the oldest 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
$77K$544K

This home is worth more than 18% 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$147,330
CheaperTypical $225,825Pricier

Pricier than 18% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$79
CheaperTypical $147Pricier

Pricier than 2% of homes nearby

Living area1,876 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,460 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 78% of homes nearby

Lot size26 ac
SmallerTypical 2.82 acBigger

Bigger than 95% of homes nearby

Year built1920
OlderTypical 1989Newer

Older than almost all homes nearby

How ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHigdon 35979DeKalb County
Estimated valuepricier than$147,33018% of homes32% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$792% of homes15% of homes
Living areabigger than1,876 ft²78% of homes77% of homes
Lot sizebigger than26 ac95% of homes92% of homes
Year builtnewer than1920almost no homes3% of homes

About

How much is , Higdon, AL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for , Higdon, AL is $147,330 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $116,964 to $177,696. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

How big is , Higdon, AL?

, Higdon, AL has 1 bathrooms, 1,876 square feet of living space and a 26.00-acre lot.

When was , Higdon, AL built?

, Higdon, AL was built in 1920, making it 106 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 18% of them ($147,330 against a typical $225,825), its price per square foot is higher than 2% of them ($79 against a typical $147), it is bigger than 78% of them (1,876 ft² against a typical 1,460 ft²), its lot is bigger than 95% of them (26 ac against a typical 2.82 ac) and it is newer than almost none of them (1920 against a typical 1989). Measured against all of DeKalb County, it is worth more than 32% 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 , Higdon, AL?

The 2025 property tax bill for , Higdon, AL was $273. The county assessed it at $9,180.

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