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$40,218$35 / 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 68How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026

1281 CLAY ST

MONTGOMERY, AL 36104
1
Baths
1,134 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.
3,333 ft²
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

$40K
$28K low$53K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$117 (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.$2,300 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$340
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$1,960
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$2,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$11,500

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.42
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
25
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
99
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
76
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
9
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
CountyMontgomery
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.08
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Concrete
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.None
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.Porch · 126 ft²

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
Thelma S. Morris Elementary SchoolD-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.6 mi
H
Carver High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.9 mi
M
Southlawn Middle SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 5.2 mi

District: Montgomery County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 36104These 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.163
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.70
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.28

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.74%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.13%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.28%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.6%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.9,069
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.682 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$42,871
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$61,675
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.65°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.55 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.59%

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How this home compares

1281 Clay St 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 88% of homes in Montgomery County
  • Costs less per square foot than 87% of homes in Montgomery County
  • Smaller than 85% of homes in Montgomery County
  • Has a smaller lot than 95% of homes in Montgomery County
  • Older than 94% of homes in Montgomery County

What homes are worth in Montgomery 36104

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

This home
$10K$397K

This home is worth more than 46% of homes in Montgomery 36104.

How it measures up in Montgomery 36104

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Montgomery 36104.

Estimated value$40,218
CheaperTypical $43,403Pricier

Pricier than 46% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$35
CheaperTypical $32Pricier

Pricier than 57% of homes nearby

Living area1,134 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,440 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 29% of homes nearby

Lot size3,333 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.16 acBigger

Bigger than 10% of homes nearby

Year built1930
OlderTypical 1930Newer

Newer than 53% of homes nearby

How 1281 Clay St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBell StreetMontgomery 36104Montgomery County
Estimated valuepricier than$40,21866% of homes46% of homes12% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$3574% of homes57% of homes13% of homes
Living areabigger than1,134 ft²44% of homes29% of homes15% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,333 ft²10% of homes10% of homes5% of homes
Year builtnewer than193040% of homes53% of homes6% of homes

About 1281 Clay St

How much is 1281 Clay St, Montgomery, AL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1281 Clay St, Montgomery, AL is $40,218 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $27,538 to $52,898. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

How big is 1281 Clay St, Montgomery, AL?

1281 Clay St, Montgomery, AL has 1 bathrooms, 1,134 square feet of living space and a 0.08-acre lot.

When was 1281 Clay St, Montgomery, AL built?

1281 Clay St, Montgomery, AL was built in 1930, making it 96 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1281 Clay St, Montgomery, AL?

1281 Clay St, Montgomery, AL is assigned to Thelma S. Morris Elementary School (elementary), rated D-; Carver High School (high), rated D+; Southlawn Middle School (middle), rated D-. All sit in Montgomery County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1281 Clay St, Montgomery, AL compare to other homes in Montgomery 36104?

Among the 2,547 homes in Montgomery 36104, it is worth more than 46% of them ($40,218 against a typical $43,403), its price per square foot is higher than 57% of them ($35 against a typical $32), it is bigger than 29% of them (1,134 ft² against a typical 1,440 ft²), its lot is bigger than 10% of them (3,333 ft² against a typical 0.16 ac) and it is newer than 53% of them (1930 against a typical 1930). Measured against all of Montgomery County, it is worth more than 12% 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 1281 Clay St, Montgomery, AL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1281 Clay St, Montgomery, AL was $117. The county assessed it at $2,300.

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