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$319,560$127 / 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 88How 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

256 COUNTY ROAD 242

ELBA, AL 36323
2
Baths
2,525 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.
6 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1950
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.
3
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$320K
$282K low$357K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$539 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$16,340 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$3,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$12,540
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$16,340
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$163,250

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.71 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.0.2 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
CountyCoffee
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.2021
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.6.00
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Wood (Unspecified)
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.Central
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.No Garage
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 200 ft²Porch · 56 ft²

Transaction History(1)

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.

E
Zion Chapel High SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–12 · 7.8 mi

District: Coffee County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 36323These 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.132
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.73
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.20

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.81%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.7.8%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.17%
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.8,695
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.37 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$47,916
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$69,232
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.65°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.59 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

256 County Road 242 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 88% of homes in Elba 36323
  • Costs more per square foot than 77% of homes in Elba 36323
  • Bigger than 87% of homes in Elba 36323
  • Has a bigger lot than 91% of homes in Coffee County
  • Older than 90% of homes in Coffee County

What homes are worth in Elba 36323

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

This home
$31K$558K

This home is worth more than 88% of homes in Elba 36323.

How it measures up in Elba 36323

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Elba 36323.

Estimated value$319,560
CheaperTypical $145,446Pricier

Pricier than 88% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$127
CheaperTypical $89Pricier

Pricier than 77% of homes nearby

Living area2,525 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,568 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 87% of homes nearby

Lot size6 ac
SmallerTypical 1 acBigger

Bigger than 82% of homes nearby

Year built1950
OlderTypical 1972Newer

Newer than 16% of homes nearby

How 256 County Road 242 ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeElba 36323Coffee County
Estimated valuepricier than$319,56088% of homes77% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$12777% of homes57% of homes
Living areabigger than2,525 ft²87% of homes85% of homes
Lot sizebigger than6 ac82% of homes91% of homes
Year builtnewer than195016% of homes10% of homes

About 256 County Road 242

How much is 256 County Road 242, Elba, AL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 256 County Road 242, Elba, AL is $319,560 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $282,315 to $356,805. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

How big is 256 County Road 242, Elba, AL?

256 County Road 242, Elba, AL has 2 bathrooms, 2,525 square feet of living space and a 6.00-acre lot.

When was 256 County Road 242, Elba, AL built?

256 County Road 242, Elba, AL was built in 1950, making it 76 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 256 County Road 242, Elba, AL?

256 County Road 242, Elba, AL is assigned to Zion Chapel High School (elementary), rated B. All sit in Coffee County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 256 County Road 242, Elba, AL compare to other homes in Elba 36323?

Among the 2,872 homes in Elba 36323, it is worth more than 88% of them ($319,560 against a typical $145,446), its price per square foot is higher than 77% of them ($127 against a typical $89), it is bigger than 87% of them (2,525 ft² against a typical 1,568 ft²), its lot is bigger than 82% of them (6 ac against a typical 1 ac) and it is newer than 16% of them (1950 against a typical 1972). Measured against all of Coffee County, it is worth more than 77% 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 256 County Road 242, Elba, AL?

The 2024 property tax bill for 256 County Road 242, Elba, AL was $539. The county assessed it at $16,340.

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