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$270,649$167 / 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 Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $249,900 on Mar 15, 2023

SALEM, AL 36874
2
Baths
1,621 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.
1 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2022
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$271K
$242K low$299K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$249,900 · Mar 15, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$913 (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.$27,340 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$3,740
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$23,600
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$25,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$273,400

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.9
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.
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.1.00
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Mat/Raft Foundation (Slab)
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
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 107 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 · 0.6 mi
M
Russell County Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 10.3 mi
H
Russell County High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 10.4 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

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 73% of homes in Salem 36874
  • Costs more per square foot than 84% of homes in Russell County
  • Has a bigger lot than 78% of homes in Russell County
  • Among the newest homes in Russell County

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
$153K$831K

This home is worth more than 27% 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$270,649
CheaperTypical $357,740Pricier

Pricier than 27% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$167
CheaperTypical $182Pricier

Pricier than 32% of homes nearby

Living area1,621 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,805 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 39% of homes nearby

Lot size1 ac
SmallerTypical 1.59 acBigger

Bigger than 37% of homes nearby

Year built2022
OlderTypical 1999Newer

Newer than 97% of homes nearby

How ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSalem 36874Russell County
Estimated valuepricier than$270,64927% of homes73% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$16732% of homes84% of homes
Living areabigger than1,621 ft²39% of homes58% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1 ac37% of homes78% of homes
Year builtnewer than202297% of homesalmost all homes

About

How much is , Salem, AL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for , Salem, AL is $270,649 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $242,444 to $298,854. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did , Salem, AL last sell?

, Salem, AL last sold on Mar 15, 2023 for $249,900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is , Salem, AL?

, Salem, AL has 2 bathrooms, 1,621 square feet of living space and a 1.00-acre lot.

When was , Salem, AL built?

, Salem, AL was built in 2022, making it 4 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve , Salem, AL?

, 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 , Salem, AL compare to other homes in Salem 36874?

Among the 3,672 homes in Salem 36874, it is worth more than 27% of them ($270,649 against a typical $357,740), its price per square foot is higher than 32% of them ($167 against a typical $182), it is bigger than 39% of them (1,621 ft² against a typical 1,805 ft²), its lot is bigger than 37% of them (1 ac against a typical 1.59 ac) and it is newer than 97% of them (2022 against a typical 1999). Measured against all of Russell County, it is worth more than 73% 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 , Salem, AL?

The 2025 property tax bill for , Salem, AL was $913. The county assessed it at $27,340.

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