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$117,890$123 / 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 Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $127,000 on Sep 9, 2025

243 SHORT ST

SARALAND, AL 36571
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
960 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.
0.18 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1980
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

$118K
$84K low$151K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$127,000 · Sep 9, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$365 (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.$7,480 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,640
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$5,840
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$5,740
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$37,400

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.52
42
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
39
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.9 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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
CountyMOBILE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.18
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.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.Porch · 64 ft²

Transaction History(2)

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 · 0.2 mi
H
Saraland High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.2 mi
E
Saraland Early Education CenterA+
Elementary · Grades PK–1 · 4.5 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

243 Short St 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 93% of homes in Saraland 36571
  • Costs less per square foot than 70% of homes in Saraland 36571
  • Smaller than 95% of homes in Saraland 36571
  • Has a smaller lot than 97% of homes in Saraland 36571
  • Older than 74% of homes in Mobile County

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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$80K$578K

This home is worth more than 7% 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$117,890
CheaperTypical $231,441Pricier

Pricier than 7% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$123
CheaperTypical $140Pricier

Pricier than 30% of homes nearby

Living area960 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,708 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 5% of homes nearby

Lot size0.18 ac
SmallerTypical 0.52 acBigger

Bigger than 3% of homes nearby

Year built1980
OlderTypical 1991Newer

Newer than 29% of homes nearby

How 243 Short St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSaraland 36571Mobile County
Estimated valuepricier than$117,8907% of homes30% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$12330% of homes59% of homes
Living areabigger than960 ft²5% of homes9% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.18 ac3% of homes14% of homes
Year builtnewer than198029% of homes26% of homes

About 243 Short St

How much is 243 Short St, Saraland, AL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 243 Short St, Saraland, AL is $117,890 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $84,381 to $151,399. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 243 Short St, Saraland, AL last sell?

243 Short St, Saraland, AL last sold on Sep 9, 2025 for $127,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 243 Short St, Saraland, AL?

243 Short St, Saraland, AL has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 960 square feet of living space and a 0.18-acre lot.

When was 243 Short St, Saraland, AL built?

243 Short St, Saraland, AL was built in 1980, making it 46 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 243 Short St, Saraland, AL?

243 Short St, 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 243 Short St, Saraland, AL compare to other homes in Saraland 36571?

Among the 5,834 homes in Saraland 36571, it is worth more than 7% of them ($117,890 against a typical $231,441), its price per square foot is higher than 30% of them ($123 against a typical $140), it is bigger than 5% of them (960 ft² against a typical 1,708 ft²), its lot is bigger than 3% of them (0.18 ac against a typical 0.52 ac) and it is newer than 29% of them (1980 against a typical 1991). Measured against all of Mobile County, it is worth more than 30% 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 243 Short St, Saraland, AL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 243 Short St, Saraland, AL was $365. The county assessed it at $7,480.

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