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$316,337$171 / 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 90How 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

KAREN PL

SALEM, AL 36874
1
Baths
1,845 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.
3 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1978
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$316K
$283K low$349K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$473 (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.$16,840 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$4,430
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$12,410
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$15,820
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$168,400

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.10
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
32
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
17
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
CountyRussell
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.3.00
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.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 284 ft²

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

E
Dixie Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.2 mi
M
Russell County Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 9.6 mi
H
Russell County High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 9.7 mi

District: Russell County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 36874These 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.96
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.72
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.32

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.14%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.5%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.11,350
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.96 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$58,820
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$79,502
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.63°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.52 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.59%

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How this home compares

Karen Pl 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 83% of homes in Russell County
  • Costs more per square foot than 86% of homes in Russell County
  • Bigger than 70% of homes in Russell County
  • Has a bigger lot than 88% of homes in Russell County
  • Older than 81% of homes in Salem 36874

What homes are worth in Salem 36874

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

This home
$147K$832K

This home is worth more than 39% of homes in Salem 36874.

How it measures up in Salem 36874

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Salem 36874.

Estimated value$316,337
CheaperTypical $356,379Pricier

Pricier than 39% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$171
CheaperTypical $182Pricier

Pricier than 38% of homes nearby

Living area1,845 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,800 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 52% of homes nearby

Lot size3 ac
SmallerTypical 1.95 acBigger

Bigger than 67% of homes nearby

Year built1978
OlderTypical 1999Newer

Newer than 19% of homes nearby

How Karen Pl ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSalem 36874Russell County
Estimated valuepricier than$316,33739% of homes83% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$17138% of homes86% of homes
Living areabigger than1,845 ft²52% of homes70% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3 ac67% of homes88% of homes
Year builtnewer than197819% of homes46% of homes

About Karen Pl

How much is Karen Pl, Salem, AL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for Karen Pl, Salem, AL is $316,337 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $283,439 to $349,235. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did Karen Pl, Salem, AL last sell?

Karen Pl, Salem, AL last sold on Oct 6, 1973, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is Karen Pl, Salem, AL?

Karen Pl, Salem, AL has 1 bathrooms, 1,845 square feet of living space and a 3.00-acre lot.

When was Karen Pl, Salem, AL built?

Karen Pl, Salem, AL was built in 1978, making it 48 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve Karen Pl, Salem, AL?

Karen Pl, Salem, AL is assigned to Dixie Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Russell County Middle School (middle), rated C-; Russell County High School (high), rated D-. All sit in Russell County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does Karen Pl, Salem, AL compare to other homes in Salem 36874?

Among the 3,672 homes in Salem 36874, it is worth more than 39% of them ($316,337 against a typical $356,379), its price per square foot is higher than 38% of them ($171 against a typical $182), it is bigger than 52% of them (1,845 ft² against a typical 1,800 ft²), its lot is bigger than 67% of them (3 ac against a typical 1.95 ac) and it is newer than 19% of them (1978 against a typical 1999). Measured against all of Russell County, it is worth more than 83% 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 Karen Pl, Salem, AL?

The 2025 property tax bill for Karen Pl, Salem, AL was $473. The county assessed it at $16,840.

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