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$138,660$144 / 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 75How 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

RAINSVILLE, AL 35986
1.5
Baths
964 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.
2.1 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.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$139K
$104K low$173K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$549 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$15,900 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,540
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$14,360
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$15,320
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$158,960

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.
31
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
86
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
97
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.2.10
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Concrete
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 48 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 SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–12 · 3.1 mi

District: Dekalb County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 35986These 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.102
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.101
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.102

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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.13%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.11%
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.7,877
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.181 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$61,099
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$70,655
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.59°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.59 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.

  • Worth less than 86% of homes in Rainsville 35986
  • Smaller than 93% of homes in Rainsville 35986
  • Has a bigger lot than 70% of homes in Rainsville 35986
  • Older than 68% of homes in Rainsville 35986

What homes are worth in Rainsville 35986

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

This home
$82K$769K

This home is worth more than 14% of homes in Rainsville 35986.

How it measures up in Rainsville 35986

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Rainsville 35986.

Estimated value$138,660
CheaperTypical $237,203Pricier

Pricier than 14% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$144
CheaperTypical $155Pricier

Pricier than 41% of homes nearby

Living area964 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,513 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 7% of homes nearby

Lot size2.1 ac
SmallerTypical 1 acBigger

Bigger than 70% of homes nearby

Year built1977
OlderTypical 1991Newer

Newer than 32% of homes nearby

How ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRainsville 35986DeKalb County
Estimated valuepricier than$138,66014% of homes28% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$14441% of homes55% of homes
Living areabigger than964 ft²7% of homes13% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2.1 ac70% of homes58% of homes
Year builtnewer than197732% of homes41% of homes

About

How much is , Rainsville, AL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for , Rainsville, AL is $138,660 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $103,934 to $173,386. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did , Rainsville, AL last sell?

, Rainsville, AL last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is , Rainsville, AL?

, Rainsville, AL has 1.5 bathrooms, 964 square feet of living space and a 2.10-acre lot.

When was , Rainsville, AL built?

, Rainsville, AL was built in 1977, making it 49 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve , Rainsville, AL?

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

How does , Rainsville, AL compare to other homes in Rainsville 35986?

Among the 3,160 homes in Rainsville 35986, it is worth more than 14% of them ($138,660 against a typical $237,203), its price per square foot is higher than 41% of them ($144 against a typical $155), it is bigger than 7% of them (964 ft² against a typical 1,513 ft²), its lot is bigger than 70% of them (2.1 ac against a typical 1 ac) and it is newer than 32% of them (1977 against a typical 1991). Measured against all of DeKalb County, it is worth more than 28% 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 , Rainsville, AL?

The 2026 property tax bill for , Rainsville, AL was $549. The county assessed it at $15,900.

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