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$51,522$64 / 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 71How 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
Last sold for $22,500 on Mar 21, 2025

US HIGHWAY 278

ALTOONA, AL 35952
0
Baths
800 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.
0.5 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1930
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$52K
$36K low$67K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$22,500 · Mar 21, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$284 (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.$6,840 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$6,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$35,240

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.
28
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
90
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
86
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
32
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

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.0.50
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.Metal
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(1)

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
Susan Moore Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 3.5 mi
M
Susan Moore High SchoolD
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 3.6 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.

  • Among the least valuable homes in Blount County
  • Costs less per square foot than 97% of homes in Blount County
  • Smaller than 97% of homes in Altoona 35952
  • Has a smaller lot than 88% of homes in Altoona 35952
  • Older than 95% of homes in Blount County

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 less than almost all 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$51,522
CheaperTypical $190,234Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$64
CheaperTypical $116Pricier

Pricier than 7% of homes nearby

Living area800 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,536 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 3% of homes nearby

Lot size0.5 ac
SmallerTypical 2 acBigger

Bigger than 12% of homes nearby

Year built1930
OlderTypical 1982Newer

Newer than 7% of homes nearby

How Us Highway 278 ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeAltoona 35952Blount County
Estimated valuepricier than$51,522almost no homesalmost no homes
Price per ft²pricier than$647% of homes3% of homes
Living areabigger than800 ft²3% of homes3% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.5 ac12% of homes18% of homes
Year builtnewer than19307% of homes5% 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 $51,522 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $36,336 to $66,708. 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 Mar 21, 2025 for $22,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is Us Highway 278, Altoona, AL?

Us Highway 278, Altoona, AL has 800 square feet of living space and a 0.50-acre lot.

When was Us Highway 278, Altoona, AL built?

Us Highway 278, Altoona, AL was built in 1930, making it 96 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 almost none of them ($51,522 against a typical $190,234), its price per square foot is higher than 7% of them ($64 against a typical $116), it is bigger than 3% of them (800 ft² against a typical 1,536 ft²), its lot is bigger than 12% of them (0.5 ac against a typical 2 ac) and it is newer than 7% of them (1930 against a typical 1982). Measured against all of Blount County, it is worth more than almost no 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 $284. The county assessed it at $6,840.

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