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$80,566$93 / 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 58How 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

US HIGHWAY 278

ALTOONA, AL 35952
0
Baths
863 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.
3.4 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1910
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$81K
$47K low$114K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$816 (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.$19,660 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$18,380
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$198,440

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.11
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
25
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
32
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
CountyBLOUNT
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.3.40
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Shingle
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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

E
Susan Moore Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 3.3 mi
M
Susan Moore High SchoolD
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 3.4 mi

District: Blount County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 35952These 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.138
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.90
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.76

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.7.5%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.17%
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.7,944
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.74 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$50,363
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$63,773
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.60°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.57 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

Us Highway 278 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 97% of homes in Blount County
  • Costs less per square foot than 87% of homes in Blount County
  • Smaller than 96% of homes in Blount County
  • Has a bigger lot than 73% of homes in Blount County
  • Older than 98% of homes in Altoona 35952

What homes are worth in Altoona 35952

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

This home
$57K$583K

This home is worth more than 7% of homes in Altoona 35952.

How it measures up in Altoona 35952

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Altoona 35952.

Estimated value$80,566
CheaperTypical $190,234Pricier

Pricier than 7% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$93
CheaperTypical $116Pricier

Pricier than 26% of homes nearby

Living area863 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,536 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 5% of homes nearby

Lot size3.4 ac
SmallerTypical 2 acBigger

Bigger than 63% of homes nearby

Year built1910
OlderTypical 1982Newer

Newer than 2% of homes nearby

How Us Highway 278 ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeAltoona 35952Blount County
Estimated valuepricier than$80,5667% of homes3% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$9326% of homes13% of homes
Living areabigger than863 ft²5% of homes4% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3.4 ac63% of homes73% of homes
Year builtnewer than19102% of homes3% of homes

About Us Highway 278

How much is Us Highway 278, Altoona, AL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for Us Highway 278, Altoona, AL is $80,566 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $46,784 to $114,348. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did Us Highway 278, Altoona, AL last sell?

Us Highway 278, Altoona, AL last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is Us Highway 278, Altoona, AL?

Us Highway 278, Altoona, AL has 863 square feet of living space and a 3.40-acre lot.

When was Us Highway 278, Altoona, AL built?

Us Highway 278, Altoona, AL was built in 1910, making it 116 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve Us Highway 278, Altoona, AL?

Us Highway 278, Altoona, AL is assigned to Susan Moore Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Susan Moore High School (middle), rated D. All sit in Blount County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does Us Highway 278, Altoona, AL compare to other homes in Altoona 35952?

Among the 2,719 homes in Altoona 35952, it is worth more than 7% of them ($80,566 against a typical $190,234), its price per square foot is higher than 26% of them ($93 against a typical $116), it is bigger than 5% of them (863 ft² against a typical 1,536 ft²), its lot is bigger than 63% of them (3.4 ac against a typical 2 ac) and it is newer than 2% of them (1910 against a typical 1982). Measured against all of Blount County, it is worth more than 3% 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 Us Highway 278, Altoona, AL?

The 2025 property tax bill for Us Highway 278, Altoona, AL was $816. The county assessed it at $19,660.

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