Etowah County property record for 5299 Old US Hwy 278 E, Hokes Bluff, AL 35903
| Property Type | Veterinary, Animal Hospital |
|---|---|
| Details | 2,699 sqft · built 1940 |
| Lot Size | 0.227 acres (9,880 sqft) |
| Owner | Individual Name on File |
| Last Sale | $180,000 (Apr 2019) |
| Tax Bill | $972 (2026) |
| Deeds & Mortgages | Apr 2019 Sale |
| Flood Zone | Zone X (minimal risk) |
| APN | 14-06-14-0-001-278.000 |
| Primary APN | 14-06-14-0-001-278.000 |
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| Alternative APNs |
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| Total Rooms | 7 Rooms |
|---|---|
| Stories | 1 Story |
| Building Area | 2,699 sqft Total Area |
| 1st Floor Area | 2,699 sqft |
| Flooring | Concrete/Cement |
| Interior Walls | Finished/Painted |
| Year Built | Built 1940 |
|---|---|
| Effective Year Built | Effective 1940 |
| Exterior Material | Concrete Block |
| Construction Type | Concrete Block |
| Foundation Type | Concrete |
| Roof Type | Gable/Hip |
| Roof Material | Metal |
| Lot Area | 9,880 sqft (0.227 acres) |
| Cooling System | HVAC |
|---|---|
| Heating System | Forced Air with A/C |
| Account Number | 163050 |
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| Street Address | 5299 OLD US HIGHWAY 278 E |
| City | GADSDEN |
| State | AL |
| Zip | 35903-7449 |
| Property Category | Commercial |
| Property Type | Commercial > Office > Veterinary, Animal Hospital |
| Legal Description | H/S BASE YEAR - LT 60S X 152 X 70S X 152 LYING IN NE1/4 SW1/4 14-12-7 933-499,D-2009-3311311 |
| Legal Range | 7E |
| Legal Township | 12S |
| Legal Section | 14 |
| Jurisdiction | ETOWAH AL |
| Township / Civil Division | HOKES BLUFF |
| Census Block Group | 2 |
| Census Block | 2037 |
| Census Tract | 10601 |
5299 Old US Hwy 278 E, a commercial property, is owned by an individual who bought it in April 2019.
Source: Etowah County records, as of October 20, 2026
| Owner of Record | Individual Name on File |
|---|---|
| Mailing Address | 5299 OLD US HIGHWAY 278 E, GADSDEN, AL 35903-7449 |
| Owner Type | Individual |
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| Deed Names | Name on Deed |
|---|---|
| Last Sale | Apr 18, 2019 · Amount on File |
| Deed Sale | Apr 18, 2019 · Amount on File |
| Deed Document Number | 20193482638 |
| Record Updated | Oct 29, 2026 |
| Document Type | Warranty Deed |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | ETOWAH AL |
| Recording Date | Apr 18, 2019 |
| Property Address | 5299 OLD US HIGHWAY 278 E, HOKES BLUFF, AL 35903-7449 |
| Document Number | 3482638 |
| Instrument Date | Apr 17, 2019 |
| Instrument | 3482638 |
| 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 |
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| Name | Verified Name |
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| Address | 5299 OLD US HIGHWAY 278 E, HOKES BLUFF, AL 35903-7449 |
The 2026 property tax bill for 5299 Old US Hwy 278 E was $972, up 5.2% from the year before.
Source: Etowah County assessment roll, as of June 23, 2026
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| State | Alabama |
| County | Etowah County |
| Municipality | Hokes Bluff City |
| Unified School District | Etowah County School District (PK - 12) |
| Year | Tax Bill | Assessed Value | Assessed Market Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $972.00 (+5.19%) | ||
| 2025 | $924.00 | $22,540 Land $1,480 Building $21,060 | $112,700 Land $7,400 Building $105,300 |
| 2023 | $1,114.00 (+20.56%) | $27,180 (+20.59%) Land $1,480 Building $25,700 | $135,900 (+20.59%) Land $7,400 Building $128,500 |
| 2022 | $924.00 | $22,540 Land $1,480 Building $21,060 | $112,700 Land $7,400 Building $105,300 |
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 5299 Old US Hwy 278 E in Zone X, an area of minimal flood risk.
Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer, effective March 21, 2019
| FEMA Flood Zone | Zone X minimal risk |
|---|---|
| Flood Insurance Requirement | Not required lenders may require it |
Values are read at the parcel center point; lenders make the official flood determination.
Wildfire risk around 5299 Old US Hwy 278 E is moderate, ranking above 48% of the US, with a 0.1% annual chance of wildfire.
Source: USDA Forest Service Wildfire Risk to Communities (2nd edition), as of 2024
| Wildfire Risk | Moderate above 48% of the US · above 56% of Alabama |
|---|---|
| Wildfire Likelihood | 0.1% annual chance |
| Exposure | Indirect within 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 | HOKES BLUFF WATER BOARD serves 5,536 people · EPA ID AL0000581 |
|---|---|
| Water Source | Groundwater |
| Last State Inspection | Oct 2024 |
| Lead | Under 1 ppb (2023–2025) 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. The service area is an EPA estimate; the actual supplier may differ.
Source: FCC Broadband Data Collection, based on 102 locations within half a mile, as of December 31, 2025
| Provider | Max Down / Up (Mbps) |
|---|---|
| AT&T Fiber | 5,000 / 5,000 |
| Spectrum Cable | 1,000 / 1,000 |
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