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$266,481$107 / 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 80How 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

1494 COUNTY ROAD 42

DAWSON, AL 35963
1.5
Baths
2,489 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.
3.7 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2024
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$266K
$213K low$320K high

Tax & Assessment

Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$27,800 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$440
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$27,360
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$27,580
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$285,820

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.47
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
30
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
88
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
95
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
23
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
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.minimal

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
CountyDEKALB
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.3.70
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.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
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 · 642 ft²

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Geraldine High SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–12 · 3.4 mi

District: Dekalb County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 35963These 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.154
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.95
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.93

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.89%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.6.2%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.21%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.2,196
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.81 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$56,970
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$65,084
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.59°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.56 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

1494 County Road 42 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 more than 80% of homes in Dawson 35963
  • Costs less per square foot than 69% of homes in DeKalb County
  • Bigger than 94% of homes in Dawson 35963
  • Has a bigger lot than 69% of homes in DeKalb County
  • Among the newest homes in Dawson 35963

What homes are worth in Dawson 35963

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

This home
$42K$494K

This home is worth more than 80% of homes in Dawson 35963.

How it measures up in Dawson 35963

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Dawson 35963.

Estimated value$266,481
CheaperTypical $167,447Pricier

Pricier than 80% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$107
CheaperTypical $112Pricier

Pricier than 45% of homes nearby

Living area2,489 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,415 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 94% of homes nearby

Lot size3.7 ac
SmallerTypical 3 acBigger

Bigger than 54% of homes nearby

Year built2024
OlderTypical 1985Newer

Newer than almost all homes nearby

How 1494 County Road 42 ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDawson 35963DeKalb County
Estimated valuepricier than$266,48180% of homes70% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$10745% of homes31% of homes
Living areabigger than2,489 ft²94% of homes94% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3.7 ac54% of homes69% of homes
Year builtnewer than2024almost all homesalmost all homes

About 1494 County Road 42

How much is 1494 County Road 42, Dawson, AL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1494 County Road 42, Dawson, AL is $266,481 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $213,457 to $319,505. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1494 County Road 42, Dawson, AL last sell?

1494 County Road 42, Dawson, AL last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1494 County Road 42, Dawson, AL?

1494 County Road 42, Dawson, AL has 1.5 bathrooms, 2,489 square feet of living space and a 3.70-acre lot.

When was 1494 County Road 42, Dawson, AL built?

1494 County Road 42, Dawson, AL was built in 2024, making it 2 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1494 County Road 42, Dawson, AL?

1494 County Road 42, Dawson, AL is assigned to Geraldine High School (elementary), rated C+. All sit in Dekalb County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1494 County Road 42, Dawson, AL compare to other homes in Dawson 35963?

Among the 665 homes in Dawson 35963, it is worth more than 80% of them ($266,481 against a typical $167,447), its price per square foot is higher than 45% of them ($107 against a typical $112), it is bigger than 94% of them (2,489 ft² against a typical 1,415 ft²), its lot is bigger than 54% of them (3.7 ac against a typical 3 ac) and it is newer than almost all of them (2024 against a typical 1985). Measured against all of DeKalb County, it is worth more than 70% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

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