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$54,825$67 / 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 76How 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

236 COUNTY ROAD 542

VALLEY GRANDE, AL 36701
1
Baths
819 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.
0.32 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1965
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

$55K
$42K low$68K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$553 (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.$16,260 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$360
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$15,900
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$16,260
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$81,300

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.43
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
31
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.
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.
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
CountyDallas
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.32
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.Block (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Package
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 204 ft²

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

M
William R Martin Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 3.6 mi
E
Valley Grande Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 3.6 mi
H
Dallas County High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 11.6 mi

District: Dallas County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 36701These 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.103
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.66
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.33

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.86%
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.26%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.19,665
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.70 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$47,165
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$62,977
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.64°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.58%

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How this home compares

236 County Road 542 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.

  • Costs more per square foot than 73% of homes in Dallas County
  • Smaller than 96% of homes in Selma 36701

What homes are worth in Selma 36701

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

This home
$14K$386K

This home is worth more than 37% of homes in Selma 36701.

How it measures up in Selma 36701

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Selma 36701.

Estimated value$54,825
CheaperTypical $78,545Pricier

Pricier than 37% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$67
CheaperTypical $48Pricier

Pricier than 71% of homes nearby

Living area819 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,680 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 4% of homes nearby

Lot size0.32 ac
SmallerTypical 0.4 acBigger

Bigger than 41% of homes nearby

Year built1965
OlderTypical 1968Newer

Newer than 45% of homes nearby

How 236 County Road 542 ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSelma 36701Dallas County
Estimated valuepricier than$54,82537% of homes43% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$6771% of homes73% of homes
Living areabigger than819 ft²4% of homes5% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.32 ac41% of homes36% of homes
Year builtnewer than196545% of homes43% of homes

About 236 County Road 542

How much is 236 County Road 542, Valley Grande, AL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 236 County Road 542, Valley Grande, AL is $54,825 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $41,743 to $67,907. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 236 County Road 542, Valley Grande, AL last sell?

236 County Road 542, Valley Grande, AL last sold on Oct 26, 1998, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 236 County Road 542, Valley Grande, AL?

236 County Road 542, Valley Grande, AL has 1 bathrooms, 819 square feet of living space and a 0.32-acre lot.

When was 236 County Road 542, Valley Grande, AL built?

236 County Road 542, Valley Grande, AL was built in 1965, making it 61 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 236 County Road 542, Valley Grande, AL?

236 County Road 542, Valley Grande, AL is assigned to William R Martin Middle School (middle), rated A-; Valley Grande Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Dallas County High School (high), rated C. All sit in Dallas County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 236 County Road 542, Valley Grande, AL compare to other homes in Selma 36701?

Among the 8,293 homes in Selma 36701, it is worth more than 37% of them ($54,825 against a typical $78,545), its price per square foot is higher than 71% of them ($67 against a typical $48), it is bigger than 4% of them (819 ft² against a typical 1,680 ft²), its lot is bigger than 41% of them (0.32 ac against a typical 0.4 ac) and it is newer than 45% of them (1965 against a typical 1968). Measured against all of Dallas County, it is worth more than 43% 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 236 County Road 542, Valley Grande, AL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 236 County Road 542, Valley Grande, AL was $553. The county assessed it at $16,260.

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