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$70,599$78 / 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 87How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026

712 RUTLEDGE DR

BIRMINGHAM, AL 35228
2
Beds
1
Baths
900 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.
0.14 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1940
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$71K
$61K low$80K high
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$70,599
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$56,479

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,404 (2024)
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 (2024)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$16,840
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$92,700

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.44
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
20
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
92
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
90
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
19
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
CountyJefferson
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.14
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Wood (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
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.Patio · 102 ft²Porch · 103 ft²

Transaction History(2)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Foreclosure Filings(2)

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

M
Rutledge Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 0.4 mi
H
Midfield High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.4 mi
E
Midfield Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 1.7 mi

District: Midfield City School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 35228These 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.119
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.88
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.75

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.89%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.15%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.20%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.7%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.10,040
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,630 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$50,081
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$67,765
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.62°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%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Absentee owner
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

712 Rutledge Dr 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 84% of homes in Jefferson County
  • Costs more per square foot than 81% of homes in Birmingham 35228
  • Smaller than 93% of homes in Jefferson County
  • Has a smaller lot than 95% of homes in Birmingham 35228
  • Older than 88% of homes in Birmingham 35228

What homes are worth in Birmingham 35228

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

This home
$27K$158K

This home is worth more than 51% of homes in Birmingham 35228.

How it measures up in Birmingham 35228

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Birmingham 35228.

Estimated value$70,599
CheaperTypical $70,158Pricier

Pricier than 51% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$78
CheaperTypical $60Pricier

Pricier than 81% of homes nearby

Living area900 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,130 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 15% of homes nearby

Lot size0.14 ac
SmallerTypical 0.2 acBigger

Bigger than 5% of homes nearby

Year built1940
OlderTypical 1954Newer

Newer than 12% of homes nearby

How 712 Rutledge Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBirmingham 35228Jefferson County
Estimated valuepricier than$70,59951% of homes16% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$7881% of homes25% of homes
Living areabigger than900 ft²15% of homes7% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.14 ac5% of homes9% of homes
Year builtnewer than194012% of homes16% of homes

About 712 Rutledge Dr

How much is 712 Rutledge Dr, Birmingham, AL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 712 Rutledge Dr, Birmingham, AL is $70,599 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $61,379 to $79,819. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 712 Rutledge Dr, Birmingham, AL last sell?

712 Rutledge Dr, Birmingham, AL last sold on Jul 2, 2009, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 712 Rutledge Dr, Birmingham, AL?

712 Rutledge Dr, Birmingham, AL has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 900 square feet of living space and a 0.14-acre lot.

When was 712 Rutledge Dr, Birmingham, AL built?

712 Rutledge Dr, Birmingham, AL was built in 1940, making it 86 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 712 Rutledge Dr, Birmingham, AL?

712 Rutledge Dr, Birmingham, AL is assigned to Rutledge Middle School (middle), rated D+; Midfield High School (high), rated F; Midfield Elementary School (elementary), rated D+. All sit in Midfield City School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 712 Rutledge Dr, Birmingham, AL compare to other homes in Birmingham 35228?

Among the 4,186 homes in Birmingham 35228, it is worth more than 51% of them ($70,599 against a typical $70,158), its price per square foot is higher than 81% of them ($78 against a typical $60), it is bigger than 15% of them (900 ft² against a typical 1,130 ft²), its lot is bigger than 5% of them (0.14 ac against a typical 0.2 ac) and it is newer than 12% of them (1940 against a typical 1954). Measured against all of Jefferson County, it is worth more than 16% 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 712 Rutledge Dr, Birmingham, AL?

The 2024 property tax bill for 712 Rutledge Dr, Birmingham, AL was $1,404. The county assessed it at $16,840.

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