Etowah County property record for 1040 Forrest Ave, Gadsden, AL 35901
| Property Type | Single Family Home |
|---|---|
| Details | 1 ba · 2,288 sqft · built 1916 |
| Lot Size | 0.566 acres (24,640 sqft) |
| Owner | 2 Individual Names on File |
| Last Sale | $75,000 (May 2018) |
| Tax Bill | $1,216 (2026) |
| Deeds & Mortgages | May 2018 Sale |
| Flood Zone | Zone X (minimal risk) |
| APN | 15-03-05-4-000-296.000 |
| Primary APN | 15-03-05-4-000-296.000 |
|---|---|
| Alternative APNs |
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| Full Baths | 1 Bath |
|---|---|
| Total Rooms | 8 Rooms |
| Stories | 1 Story |
| Building Area | 2,288 sqft Living Area |
| 1st Floor Area | 1,144 sqft |
| 2nd Floor Area | 1,144 sqft |
| Flooring | Wood |
| Interior Walls | Plaster |
| Fireplaces | 1 Fireplace |
| Fireplace | Fireplace |
| Year Built | Built 1916 |
|---|---|
| Effective Year Built | Effective 1916 |
| Exterior Material | Wood |
| Foundation Type | Brick |
| Roof Type | Gable/Hip |
| Roof Material | Shingle |
| Lot Area | 24,640 sqft (0.566 acres) |
| Cooling System | HVAC |
|---|---|
| Heating System | Forced Air with A/C |
| Account Number | 230301 |
|---|---|
| Street Address | 1040 FORREST AVE |
| City | GADSDEN |
| State | AL |
| Zip | 35901-3540 |
| Property Category | Residential |
| Property Type | Residential > Single Family > Home |
| Legal Description | H/S BASE YEAR E 70 LTS 73 & 78 COWAN'S SURVEY OF THE KYLE ADD (UNRECORDED) GADSDEN 5-12-6 527-213,1491-127,1996 WILL,1982-305,D-1996-69,D-2006-3254955 D-2018-3468301 |
| Legal Range | 6E |
| Legal Township | 12S |
| Legal Section | 5 |
| Legal Subdivision | COWAN'S SURVEY OF R B KYLE'S LANDS |
| Legal Lot Number | 73-78 |
| Jurisdiction | ETOWAH AL |
| Township / Civil Division | GADSDEN |
| Census Block Group | 1 |
| Census Block | 1001 |
| Census Tract | 1000 |
1040 Forrest Ave is owned by two individuals who bought it in May 2018.
Source: Etowah County records, as of October 20, 2026
| Owner of Record | 2 Individual Names on File |
|---|---|
| Mailing Address | 1039 FORREST AVE, GADSDEN, AL 35901-3539 |
| Owner Type | Individual |
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| Deed Names | 2 Names on Deed |
|---|---|
| Last Sale | May 31, 2018 · Amount on File |
| Deed Sale | May 31, 2018 · Amount on File |
| Deed Document Number | 20183468301 |
| Record Updated | Oct 29, 2026 |
| Document Type | Quit Claim Deed |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | ETOWAH AL |
| Recording Date | May 31, 2018 |
| Property Address | 1040 FORREST AVE, GADSDEN, AL 35901-3540 |
| Document Number | 3468301 |
| Instrument Date | May 30, 2018 |
| Instrument | 3468301 |
| Transaction Type | Transfer |
| Record Updated | Sep 13, 2021 |
| Amount | Amount on Record |
|---|---|
| Tax | $0.00 |
| Amount Accuracy | Full Amount Stated |
| Additional |
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| Name | Verified Name |
|---|---|
| Address | PO BOX 1344, GADSDEN, AL 35902-1344 |
| Name | Verified Name |
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| Address | 1039 FORREST AVE, GADSDEN, AL 35901-3539 |
The 2026 property tax bill for 1040 Forrest Ave was $1,216, down 6% from the year before.
Source: Etowah County assessment roll, as of June 23, 2026
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| State | Alabama |
| County | Etowah County |
| Municipality | Gadsden City |
| Unified School District | Gadsden City School District (PK - 12) |
| Year | Tax Bill | Assessed Value | Assessed Market Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $1,216.00 (-5.96%) | ||
| 2025 | $1,293.00 | $26,400 Land $6,160 Building $20,240 | $132,000 Land $30,800 Building $101,200 |
| 2023 | $1,512.00 (+16.94%) | $30,860 (+16.89%) Land $6,160 Building $24,700 | $154,300 (+16.89%) Land $30,800 Building $123,500 |
| 2022 | $1,293.00 | $26,400 Land $6,160 Building $20,240 | $132,000 Land $30,800 Building $101,200 |
Assessed value and assessed market value are set for property tax purposes, not market price estimates; both are a fraction of this property's market value.
FEMA maps place 1040 Forrest Ave in Zone X, an area of minimal flood risk, though there have been 2 flood claims nearby since 1979.
Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer, effective March 21, 2019 · OpenFEMA NFIP redacted claims and policies, as of September 2026
| FEMA Flood Zone | Zone X minimal risk |
|---|---|
| Flood Insurance Requirement | Not required lenders may require it |
| Nearby Flood Claims | 2 (1979–1985) |
| Most Recent Claim | Sep 1985 · tidal / storm surge |
Values are read at the parcel center point; flood claims are located to the census block group, not this parcel; lenders make the official flood determination.
Wildfire risk around 1040 Forrest Ave is low, with a 0.01% annual chance of wildfire.
Source: USDA Forest Service Wildfire Risk to Communities (2nd edition), as of 2024
| Wildfire Risk | Low lower than 80% of the US · lower than 91% of Alabama |
|---|---|
| Wildfire Likelihood | 0.01% annual chance |
| Exposure | None beyond ember reach |
Values cover an area roughly 900 ft across, not the parcel itself; insurers use their own ratings.
Source: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System, as of September 2026
| Water System | CITY OF GADSDEN, THE WWSB OF THE serves 44,637 people · EPA ID AL0000577 |
|---|---|
| Water Source | Surface water |
| Last State Inspection | Jan 2024 |
| Lead | 3 ppb (2022–2024) action level 15 ppb |
| Water Quality | None last 10 years |
|---|---|
| Treatment and Procedure | None last 10 years |
| Monitoring and Reporting | None last 3 years |
Results are for the whole water system, not water tested at this address; lead at the tap also depends on the building's own pipes.
Source: FCC Broadband Data Collection, based on 445 locations within half a mile, as of December 31, 2025
| Provider | Max Down / Up (Mbps) |
|---|---|
| AT&T Fiber · Fixed Wireless in parts of the area | 5,000 / 5,000 |
| Xfinity Cable | 2,000 / 250 |
| Verizon Fixed Wireless | 300 / 20 |
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