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$79,179$42 / 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 80How 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

261 BEN MARTIN DR

WELLINGTON, AL 36279
2
Baths
1,872 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.
2 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2014
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$79K
$63K low$95K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$614 (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.$17,040 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$17,034
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$170,340

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyCalhoun
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.00
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Metal
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

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.

M
Alexandria High SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 9–12 · 4.1 mi
E
Alexandria Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 4.1 mi

District: Calhoun County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 36279These 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.59
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.83
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.78

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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.8.9%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.12%
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.2,754
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.86 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$73,181
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$79,897
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.61°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.58%

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How this home compares

261 Ben Martin Dr 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 Wellington 36279
  • Costs less per square foot than 96% of homes in Wellington 36279
  • Bigger than 68% of homes in Calhoun County
  • Has a bigger lot than 84% of homes in Calhoun County
  • Newer than 96% of homes in Calhoun County

What homes are worth in Wellington 36279

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

This home
$54K$545K

This home is worth more than 7% of homes in Wellington 36279.

How it measures up in Wellington 36279

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Wellington 36279.

Estimated value$79,179
CheaperTypical $196,533Pricier

Pricier than 7% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$42
CheaperTypical $119Pricier

Pricier than 4% of homes nearby

Living area1,872 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,656 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 64% of homes nearby

Lot size2 ac
SmallerTypical 3 acBigger

Bigger than 38% of homes nearby

Year built2014
OlderTypical 1985Newer

Newer than 93% of homes nearby

How 261 Ben Martin Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWellington 36279Calhoun County
Estimated valuepricier than$79,1797% of homes18% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$424% of homes9% of homes
Living areabigger than1,872 ft²64% of homes68% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2 ac38% of homes84% of homes
Year builtnewer than201493% of homes96% of homes

About 261 Ben Martin Dr

How much is 261 Ben Martin Dr, Wellington, AL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 261 Ben Martin Dr, Wellington, AL is $79,179 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $63,478 to $94,880. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 261 Ben Martin Dr, Wellington, AL last sell?

261 Ben Martin Dr, Wellington, AL last sold on Mar 5, 2012, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 261 Ben Martin Dr, Wellington, AL?

261 Ben Martin Dr, Wellington, AL has 2 bathrooms, 1,872 square feet of living space and a 2.00-acre lot.

When was 261 Ben Martin Dr, Wellington, AL built?

261 Ben Martin Dr, Wellington, AL was built in 2014, making it 12 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 261 Ben Martin Dr, Wellington, AL?

261 Ben Martin Dr, Wellington, AL is assigned to Alexandria High School (middle), rated A-; Alexandria Elementary School (elementary), rated A. All sit in Calhoun County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 261 Ben Martin Dr, Wellington, AL compare to other homes in Wellington 36279?

Among the 886 homes in Wellington 36279, it is worth more than 7% of them ($79,179 against a typical $196,533), its price per square foot is higher than 4% of them ($42 against a typical $119), it is bigger than 64% of them (1,872 ft² against a typical 1,656 ft²), its lot is bigger than 38% of them (2 ac against a typical 3 ac) and it is newer than 93% of them (2014 against a typical 1985). Measured against all of Calhoun County, it is worth more than 18% 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 261 Ben Martin Dr, Wellington, AL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 261 Ben Martin Dr, Wellington, AL was $614. The county assessed it at $17,040.

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