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$537,274$278 / 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 87How 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 $188,000 on Oct 16, 2003

22256 MERLOT DR

ATHENS, AL 35613
1
Baths
1,930 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.
2003
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$537K
$466K low$609K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$188,000 · Oct 16, 2003

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$831 (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.$25,620 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$25,620
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$256,100

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyLimestone
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 16 ft²

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

M
Athens Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 1.5 mi
H
Athens High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.8 mi
E
Julian Newman Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 2.1 mi

District: Athens City School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 35613These 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.79
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.115
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.56

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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.22%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.4%
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.26,890
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.350 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$98,151
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$107,811
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.59°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.58 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

22256 Merlot 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 more than 86% of homes in Athens 35613
  • Costs more per square foot than 97% of homes in Athens 35613

What homes are worth in Athens 35613

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

This home
$154K$838K

This home is worth more than 86% of homes in Athens 35613.

How it measures up in Athens 35613

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Athens 35613.

Estimated value$537,274
CheaperTypical $343,230Pricier

Pricier than 86% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$278
CheaperTypical $170Pricier

Pricier than 97% of homes nearby

Living area1,930 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,058 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 42% of homes nearby

Year built2003
OlderTypical 2007Newer

Newer than 41% of homes nearby

How 22256 Merlot Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeAthens 35613Limestone County
Estimated valuepricier than$537,27486% of homes86% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$27897% of homes97% of homes
Living areabigger than1,930 ft²42% of homes53% of homes
Year builtnewer than200341% of homes51% of homes

About 22256 Merlot Dr

How much is 22256 Merlot Dr, Athens, AL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 22256 Merlot Dr, Athens, AL is $537,274 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $465,556 to $608,992. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 22256 Merlot Dr, Athens, AL last sell?

22256 Merlot Dr, Athens, AL last sold on Oct 16, 2003 for $188,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 22256 Merlot Dr, Athens, AL?

22256 Merlot Dr, Athens, AL has 1 bathrooms and 1,930 square feet of living space.

When was 22256 Merlot Dr, Athens, AL built?

22256 Merlot Dr, Athens, AL was built in 2003, making it 23 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 22256 Merlot Dr, Athens, AL?

22256 Merlot Dr, Athens, AL is assigned to Athens Middle School (middle), rated C+; Athens High School (high), rated C; Julian Newman Elementary School (elementary), rated A-. All sit in Athens City School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 22256 Merlot Dr, Athens, AL compare to other homes in Athens 35613?

Among the 11,502 homes in Athens 35613, it is worth more than 86% of them ($537,274 against a typical $343,230), its price per square foot is higher than 97% of them ($278 against a typical $170), it is bigger than 42% of them (1,930 ft² against a typical 2,058 ft²) and it is newer than 41% of them (2003 against a typical 2007). Measured against all of Limestone County, it is worth more than 86% 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 22256 Merlot Dr, Athens, AL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 22256 Merlot Dr, Athens, AL was $831. The county assessed it at $25,620.

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