238 Fairfax Ave
Bessemer, AL 35020
3 bd 2 ba 3,040 sqft Built 1920 Lot 14,790 sqft multi_family
Most recent sale
$80,000
May 9, 2022
Location
Timeline: Sale, Listing & Tax History
Recorded events
| Date | Event | Price | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 29, 2024 | Listed for rent | $1,325 | Rent. |
| Oct 19, 2024 | Listed for rent | $1,375 | Rent. |
| Oct 3, 2024 | Price changed for rent | $1,475 | AppfolioUnits |
| Sep 30, 2024 | Price changed for rent | $700 | AppfolioUnits |
| Sep 10, 2024 | Listed for rent | $750 | AppfolioUnits |
| Jul 10, 2024 | Sold | $71,333 | Public Record |
| May 24, 2024 | Relisted | $85,000 | GreaterAlabamaMLS |
| May 10, 2024 | Listed | $85,000 | GreaterAlabamaMLS |
| Sep 22, 2023 | Listed | $99,000 | GreaterAlabamaMLS |
| Jul 10, 2023 | Price changed | $99,000 | GreaterAlabamaMLS |
| Jun 19, 2023 | Price changed | $105,000 | GreaterAlabamaMLS |
| Jun 5, 2023 | Listed | $115,000 | GreaterAlabamaMLS |
| Jan 7, 2023 | Price changed | $108,000 | GreaterAlabamaMLS |
| Nov 18, 2022 | Listed | $115,000 | GreaterAlabamaMLS |
| May 9, 2022 | Sold | $80,000 | MLS #1312520 |
| Mar 1, 2022 | Listed | $79,900 | MLS #1312520 |
| Jun 27, 2007 | Sold | $35,000 | Public Record |
| Jul 12, 1996 | Sold | $42,000 | Public Record |
| Mar 10, 1989 | Sold | $35,000 | Public Record |
Tax assessment history
| Year | Building | Land | Total assessed | Tax paid |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | — | — | $18,120 | $1,244 |
| 2024 | — | — | $18,120 | $1,125 |
| 2023 | — | — | $16,380 | $1,125 |
| 2022 | — | — | $15,640 | $1,074 |
| 2021 | — | — | $12,060 | $828 |
| 2020 | — | — | $12,060 | $828 |
| 2019 | — | — | $12,060 | $828 |
| 2018 | — | — | $10,080 | $692 |
| 2017 | — | — | $10,080 | $692 |
| 2016 | — | — | $10,080 | $692 |
| 2015 | — | — | $10,080 | $692 |
| 2013 | — | — | $9,920 | $696 |
| 2012 | $9,040 | $882 | $9,922 | $696 |
| 2011 | $9,200 | $1,300 | $10,500 | $736 |
| 2010 | $9,200 | $1,300 | $10,500 | $736 |
| 2009 | $9,200 | $2,580 | $11,780 | $824 |
| 2008 | $9,760 | $2,580 | $12,340 | $862 |
| 2007 | $6,320 | $2,420 | $8,740 | $615 |
Property facts
Year built
1920
Property type
multi_family
Stories
1
Beds
3
Baths
2
Living area
3,040 sqft
Lot size
14,790 sqft
ZIP code
35020
City
Bessemer
Street
Fairfax Ave
Coordinates
33.38042, -86.95663
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Investment analysis
Estimates based on local averages — not personalized adviceEstimated monthly rent
$480
Gross rental yield
7.20%
Implied cap rate
4.68%
Trend-extrapolated value
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Frequently asked questions
When did 238 Fairfax Ave last sell?
238 Fairfax Ave most recently sold on May 9, 2022 for $80,000.
What is the current tax assessment for 238 Fairfax Ave?
The most recent total assessment for 238 Fairfax Ave (year 2025) is $18,120 with $1,244 in property tax.
How does 238 Fairfax Ave's assessment compare to its last sale price?
The current assessment is 77.4% below the last sale price of $80,000.
When was 238 Fairfax Ave built?
238 Fairfax Ave was built in 1920.
How does 238 Fairfax Ave compare to others on Fairfax Ave?
We track 8 other properties on Fairfax Ave. Browse the list under "Other properties on Fairfax Ave" to compare beds, baths, and sale history.
What are the property facts for 238 Fairfax Ave?
238 Fairfax Ave is a 3 bed, 2 bath, 3,040 sqft, 14,790 sqft lot multi_family.
Is 238 Fairfax Ave a flip candidate?
No — 238 Fairfax Ave does not appear in our flips dataset.
Is 238 Fairfax Ave a tax-appeal candidate?
No — 238 Fairfax Ave is not currently flagged as a tax-appeal candidate.
Forecast for this area
ZIP-area linear projection — not a per-property automated valuationQuarterly trend
-12.5%
Implied 1-yr
-50.1%
2026 Q3
$100.8K
2026 Q4
$100.8K
ZIP 35020 — Median Price History + Forecast
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