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$66,910$54 / 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 73How 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

255 COUNTY ROAD 491

SELMA, AL 36701
0
Baths
1,250 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.
0.73 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1973
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

$67K
$49K low$85K high

Tax & Assessment

Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$5,780 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$5,780
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$57,600

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.42
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
35
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
99
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
68
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.0.73
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (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
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Carport (Unspecified)
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 54 ft²

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

H
Southside High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.5 mi
E
Southside Primary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades KG–2 · 4.3 mi
M
Tipton Durant Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 5.9 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

255 County Road 491 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.

  • Smaller than 78% 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$400K

This home is worth more than 44% 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$66,910
CheaperTypical $78,394Pricier

Pricier than 44% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$54
CheaperTypical $48Pricier

Pricier than 57% of homes nearby

Living area1,250 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,680 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 22% of homes nearby

Lot size0.73 ac
SmallerTypical 0.4 acBigger

Bigger than 64% of homes nearby

Year built1973
OlderTypical 1968Newer

Newer than 62% of homes nearby

How 255 County Road 491 ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSelma 36701Dallas County
Estimated valuepricier than$66,91044% of homes50% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$5457% of homes61% of homes
Living areabigger than1,250 ft²22% of homes28% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.73 ac64% of homes56% of homes
Year builtnewer than197362% of homes58% of homes

About 255 County Road 491

How much is 255 County Road 491, Selma, AL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 255 County Road 491, Selma, AL is $66,910 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $48,734 to $85,086. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 255 County Road 491, Selma, AL last sell?

255 County Road 491, Selma, AL last sold on Jun 30, 2006, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 255 County Road 491, Selma, AL?

255 County Road 491, Selma, AL has 1,250 square feet of living space and a 0.73-acre lot.

When was 255 County Road 491, Selma, AL built?

255 County Road 491, Selma, AL was built in 1973, making it 53 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 255 County Road 491, Selma, AL?

255 County Road 491, Selma, AL is assigned to Southside High School (high), rated D; Southside Primary School (elementary), rated B; Tipton Durant Middle School (middle), rated C. All sit in Dallas County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 255 County Road 491, Selma, AL compare to other homes in Selma 36701?

Among the 8,293 homes in Selma 36701, it is worth more than 44% of them ($66,910 against a typical $78,394), its price per square foot is higher than 57% of them ($54 against a typical $48), it is bigger than 22% of them (1,250 ft² against a typical 1,680 ft²), its lot is bigger than 64% of them (0.73 ac against a typical 0.4 ac) and it is newer than 62% of them (1973 against a typical 1968). Measured against all of Dallas County, it is worth more than 50% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

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