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$568,906$206 / 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 72How 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

197 ROAD 940

MENTONE, AL 35984
3 / 1
Baths
2,763 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.
80 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1978
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$569K
$409K low$729K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,047 (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.$37,100 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$4,260
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$32,840
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$34,680
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$549,900

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.65
100
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
27
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
82
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
97
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.197 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
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.80.00
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.Gravity
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 468 ft²

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

E
Valley Head High SchoolC
Elementary · Grades KG–12 · 4.5 mi

District: Dekalb County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 35984These 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.148
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.98
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.125

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.72%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.9.8%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.13%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.2,458
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.36 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$44,887
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$67,519
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.58°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.60 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

197 Road 940 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 97% of homes in DeKalb County
  • Costs more per square foot than 84% of homes in DeKalb County
  • Bigger than 97% of homes in DeKalb County
  • Among the largest lots in Mentone 35984
  • Older than 68% of homes in Mentone 35984

What homes are worth in Mentone 35984

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

This home
$102K$850K

This home is worth more than 90% of homes in Mentone 35984.

How it measures up in Mentone 35984

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Mentone 35984.

Estimated value$568,906
CheaperTypical $271,786Pricier

Pricier than 90% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$206
CheaperTypical $218Pricier

Pricier than 45% of homes nearby

Living area2,763 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,280 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 96% of homes nearby

Lot size80 ac
SmallerTypical 1.9 acBigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Year built1978
OlderTypical 1994Newer

Newer than 32% of homes nearby

How 197 Road 940 ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMentone 35984DeKalb County
Estimated valuepricier than$568,90690% of homes97% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$20645% of homes84% of homes
Living areabigger than2,763 ft²96% of homes97% of homes
Lot sizebigger than80 acalmost all homesalmost all homes
Year builtnewer than197832% of homes44% of homes

About 197 Road 940

How much is 197 Road 940, Mentone, AL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 197 Road 940, Mentone, AL is $568,906 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $408,721 to $729,091. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 197 Road 940, Mentone, AL last sell?

197 Road 940, Mentone, AL last sold on Jan 12, 2015, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 197 Road 940, Mentone, AL?

197 Road 940, Mentone, AL has 3 bathrooms, 2,763 square feet of living space and a 80.00-acre lot.

When was 197 Road 940, Mentone, AL built?

197 Road 940, Mentone, AL was built in 1978, making it 48 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 197 Road 940, Mentone, AL?

197 Road 940, Mentone, AL is assigned to Valley Head 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 197 Road 940, Mentone, AL compare to other homes in Mentone 35984?

Among the 1,583 homes in Mentone 35984, it is worth more than 90% of them ($568,906 against a typical $271,786), its price per square foot is higher than 45% of them ($206 against a typical $218), it is bigger than 96% of them (2,763 ft² against a typical 1,280 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost all of them (80 ac against a typical 1.9 ac) and it is newer than 32% of them (1978 against a typical 1994). Measured against all of DeKalb County, it is worth more than 97% 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 197 Road 940, Mentone, AL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 197 Road 940, Mentone, AL was $1,047. The county assessed it at $37,100.

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