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$255,243$88 / 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 Aug 30, 2026

245 ELLIS RD

SHORTER, AL 36075
2
Baths
2,916 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 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1986
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.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$255K
$223K low$288K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,444 (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.$32,228 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,676
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$30,552
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$28,750
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$322,280

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.62
91
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.
96
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
81
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
12
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.55 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.1 percent flood zone

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
CountyMacon
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.3.00
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.Mat/Raft Foundation (Slab)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
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

Neighborhood · ZIP 36075These 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.87
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.74
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.28

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.87%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.8.7%
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.1,467
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.20 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$58,404
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$81,796
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.64°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.54 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.59%

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How this home compares

245 Ellis Rd 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 87% of homes in Macon County
  • Bigger than 95% of homes in Macon County
  • Has a bigger lot than 78% of homes in Macon County
  • Newer than 66% of homes in Macon County

What homes are worth in Shorter 36075

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

This home
$17K$599K

This home is worth more than 82% of homes in Shorter 36075.

How it measures up in Shorter 36075

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Shorter 36075.

Estimated value$255,243
CheaperTypical $138,873Pricier

Pricier than 82% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$88
CheaperTypical $100Pricier

Pricier than 36% of homes nearby

Living area2,916 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,396 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 93% of homes nearby

Lot size3 ac
SmallerTypical 1.49 acBigger

Bigger than 64% of homes nearby

Year built1986
OlderTypical 1987Newer

Newer than 49% of homes nearby

How 245 Ellis Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeShorter 36075Macon County
Estimated valuepricier than$255,24382% of homes87% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$8836% of homes44% of homes
Living areabigger than2,916 ft²93% of homes95% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3 ac64% of homes78% of homes
Year builtnewer than198649% of homes66% of homes

About 245 Ellis Rd

How much is 245 Ellis Rd, Shorter, AL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 245 Ellis Rd, Shorter, AL is $255,243 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $222,808 to $287,678. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 245 Ellis Rd, Shorter, AL last sell?

245 Ellis Rd, Shorter, AL last sold on Mar 15, 1986, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 245 Ellis Rd, Shorter, AL?

245 Ellis Rd, Shorter, AL has 2 bathrooms, 2,916 square feet of living space and a 3.00-acre lot.

When was 245 Ellis Rd, Shorter, AL built?

245 Ellis Rd, Shorter, AL was built in 1986, making it 40 years old. The building has 1 story.

How does 245 Ellis Rd, Shorter, AL compare to other homes in Shorter 36075?

Among the 724 homes in Shorter 36075, it is worth more than 82% of them ($255,243 against a typical $138,873), its price per square foot is higher than 36% of them ($88 against a typical $100), it is bigger than 93% of them (2,916 ft² against a typical 1,396 ft²), its lot is bigger than 64% of them (3 ac against a typical 1.49 ac) and it is newer than 49% of them (1986 against a typical 1987). Measured against all of Macon County, it is worth more than 87% 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 245 Ellis Rd, Shorter, AL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 245 Ellis Rd, Shorter, AL was $1,444. The county assessed it at $32,228.

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