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$162,995$139 / 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 81How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $85,000 on Aug 25, 2021

138 MELINDA DR

SARALAND, AL 36571
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,176 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.
0.58 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1991
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

$163K
$132K low$194K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$85,000 · Aug 25, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$499 (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.$9,510 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$2,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$7,110
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$9,070
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$95,100

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
35
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
9
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
98
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
67
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
15
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.8 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
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.1 percent flood zone

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
CountyMOBILE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.57
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.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.Deck · 160 ft²Patio · 144 ft²Porch · 91 ft²

Transaction History(4)

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.

M
Saraland Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.6 mi
H
Saraland High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.7 mi
E
Saraland Early Education CenterA+
Elementary · Grades PK–1 · 4.0 mi

District: Saraland City School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 36571These 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.93
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.85
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.25

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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.17%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.9%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.15,495
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.310 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$65,811
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$92,745
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.67°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.66 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.58%

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How this home compares

138 Melinda 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 83% of homes in Saraland 36571
  • Costs more per square foot than 72% of homes in Mobile County
  • Smaller than 87% of homes in Saraland 36571

What homes are worth in Saraland 36571

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

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This home is worth more than 17% of homes in Saraland 36571.

How it measures up in Saraland 36571

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Saraland 36571.

Estimated value$162,995
CheaperTypical $232,372Pricier

Pricier than 17% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$139
CheaperTypical $140Pricier

Pricier than 48% of homes nearby

Living area1,176 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,715 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 13% of homes nearby

Lot size0.58 ac
SmallerTypical 0.5 acBigger

Bigger than 56% of homes nearby

Year built1991
OlderTypical 1991Newer

Newer than 51% of homes nearby

How 138 Melinda Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSaraland 36571Mobile County
Estimated valuepricier than$162,99517% of homes44% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$13948% of homes72% of homes
Living areabigger than1,176 ft²13% of homes21% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.58 ac56% of homes47% of homes
Year builtnewer than199151% of homes61% of homes

About 138 Melinda Dr

How much is 138 Melinda Dr, Saraland, AL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 138 Melinda Dr, Saraland, AL is $162,995 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $132,386 to $193,604. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 138 Melinda Dr, Saraland, AL last sell?

138 Melinda Dr, Saraland, AL last sold on Aug 25, 2021 for $85,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 138 Melinda Dr, Saraland, AL?

138 Melinda Dr, Saraland, AL has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,176 square feet of living space and a 0.57-acre lot.

When was 138 Melinda Dr, Saraland, AL built?

138 Melinda Dr, Saraland, AL was built in 1991, making it 35 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 138 Melinda Dr, Saraland, AL?

138 Melinda Dr, Saraland, AL is assigned to Saraland Middle School (middle), rated A+; Saraland High School (high), rated B; Saraland Early Education Center (elementary), rated A+. All sit in Saraland City School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 138 Melinda Dr, Saraland, AL compare to other homes in Saraland 36571?

Among the 5,834 homes in Saraland 36571, it is worth more than 17% of them ($162,995 against a typical $232,372), its price per square foot is higher than 48% of them ($139 against a typical $140), it is bigger than 13% of them (1,176 ft² against a typical 1,715 ft²), its lot is bigger than 56% of them (0.58 ac against a typical 0.5 ac) and it is newer than 51% of them (1991 against a typical 1991). Measured against all of Mobile County, it is worth more than 44% 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 138 Melinda Dr, Saraland, AL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 138 Melinda Dr, Saraland, AL was $499. The county assessed it at $9,510.

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