Skip to content
Skip to content
TopHapOpen in map
Single Family ResidenceResidential
$93,341$77 / 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 64How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $83,000 on Oct 20, 2011

256 RIDGELYN RD

CALERA, AL 35040
1
Baths
1,211 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.
3.54 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1960
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

$93K
$60K low$127K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$83,000 · Oct 20, 2011

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$870 (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.$16,120 (2024)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$15,320
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$161,090

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.24 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
CountyShelby
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.1967
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.3.54
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.Retaining Wall
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.None
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)
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(3)

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.

H
Calera High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.1 mi
E
Calera Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades KG–2 · 1.6 mi
M
Calera Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 4.6 mi

District: Shelby County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 35040These 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.111
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 100.57

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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.23%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.4%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.20,533
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.240 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$75,740
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$89,639
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.62°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.58 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.58%

Owner Tools

Do you own this home?
Claim this home

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

256 Ridgelyn 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.

  • Among the least valuable homes in Calera 35040
  • Among the lowest price per square foot in Calera 35040
  • Smaller than 92% of homes in Shelby County
  • Has a bigger lot than 93% of homes in Calera 35040
  • Older than 94% of homes in Shelby County

What homes are worth in Calera 35040

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

This home
$101K$581K

This home is worth less than almost all homes in Calera 35040.

How it measures up in Calera 35040

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Calera 35040.

Estimated value$93,341
CheaperTypical $243,790Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$77
CheaperTypical $154Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Living area1,211 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,556 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 13% of homes nearby

Lot size3.54 ac
SmallerTypical 0.21 acBigger

Bigger than 93% of homes nearby

Year built1960
OlderTypical 2005Newer

Newer than 7% of homes nearby

How 256 Ridgelyn Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCalera 35040Shelby County
Estimated valuepricier than$93,341almost no homes2% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$77almost no homes2% of homes
Living areabigger than1,211 ft²13% of homes8% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3.54 ac93% of homes92% of homes
Year builtnewer than19607% of homes6% of homes

About 256 Ridgelyn Rd

How much is 256 Ridgelyn Rd, Calera, AL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 256 Ridgelyn Rd, Calera, AL is $93,341 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $60,021 to $126,661. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 256 Ridgelyn Rd, Calera, AL last sell?

256 Ridgelyn Rd, Calera, AL last sold on Oct 20, 2011 for $83,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 256 Ridgelyn Rd, Calera, AL?

256 Ridgelyn Rd, Calera, AL has 1 bathrooms, 1,211 square feet of living space and a 3.54-acre lot.

When was 256 Ridgelyn Rd, Calera, AL built?

256 Ridgelyn Rd, Calera, AL was built in 1960, making it 66 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 256 Ridgelyn Rd, Calera, AL?

256 Ridgelyn Rd, Calera, AL is assigned to Calera High School (high), rated B-; Calera Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; Calera Middle School (middle), rated A. All sit in Shelby County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 256 Ridgelyn Rd, Calera, AL compare to other homes in Calera 35040?

Among the 7,790 homes in Calera 35040, it is worth more than almost none of them ($93,341 against a typical $243,790), its price per square foot is higher than almost none of them ($77 against a typical $154), it is bigger than 13% of them (1,211 ft² against a typical 1,556 ft²), its lot is bigger than 93% of them (3.54 ac against a typical 0.21 ac) and it is newer than 7% of them (1960 against a typical 2005). Measured against all of Shelby County, it is worth more than 2% 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 Ridgelyn Rd, Calera, AL?

The 2024 property tax bill for 256 Ridgelyn Rd, Calera, AL was $870. The county assessed it at $16,120.

More homes on Ridgelyn Rd

Closest homes

More homes in Calera 35040

Assigned schools

Explore the area

See this home in context

Open 256 Ridgelyn Rd on TopHap’s interactive map to compare it against every sale nearby, overlay school zones and flood risk, and run a CMA.

Open in map
A flyover of TopHap's photorealistic 3D map, with recorded sale prices pinned to homes
Search any address, city, zip, or county…3D$1.9M$6.25MOpen in map