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$280,614$187 / 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 92How 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 $145,000 on Aug 4, 2015

261 HIGH RIDGE DR

PELHAM, AL 35124
2
Baths
1,498 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.
0.17 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2005
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$281K
$257K low$304K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$145,000 · Aug 4, 2015
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$133,614
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$106,891
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.53%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$147,000
ARK-LA-TEX FINANCE SERVICES LLC · recorded Jun 10, 2020

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,319 (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.$22,740 (2024)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$21,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$227,300

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyShelby
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.17
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.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(4)

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
Pelham Ridge Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.3 mi
M
Pelham Park Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.8 mi
H
Pelham High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.4 mi

District: Pelham City School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 35124These 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.95
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.89
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.63

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.97%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.29%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.6%
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.24,135
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.675 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$89,495
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$111,325
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%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

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

261 High Ridge 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 68% of homes in Shelby County
  • Smaller than 78% of homes in Shelby County
  • Has a smaller lot than 80% of homes in Shelby County
  • Newer than 77% of homes in Pelham 35124

What homes are worth in Pelham 35124

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

This home
$152K$976K

This home is worth more than 34% of homes in Pelham 35124.

How it measures up in Pelham 35124

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Pelham 35124.

Estimated value$280,614
CheaperTypical $334,501Pricier

Pricier than 34% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$187
CheaperTypical $176Pricier

Pricier than 63% of homes nearby

Living area1,498 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,932 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 24% of homes nearby

Lot size0.17 ac
SmallerTypical 0.32 acBigger

Bigger than 29% of homes nearby

Year built2005
OlderTypical 1997Newer

Newer than 77% of homes nearby

How 261 High Ridge Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePelham 35124Shelby County
Estimated valuepricier than$280,61434% of homes32% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$18763% of homes62% of homes
Living areabigger than1,498 ft²24% of homes22% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.17 ac29% of homes20% of homes
Year builtnewer than200577% of homes71% of homes

About 261 High Ridge Dr

How much is 261 High Ridge Dr, Pelham, AL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 261 High Ridge Dr, Pelham, AL is $280,614 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $256,846 to $304,382. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 261 High Ridge Dr, Pelham, AL last sell?

261 High Ridge Dr, Pelham, AL last sold on Aug 4, 2015 for $145,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 261 High Ridge Dr, Pelham, AL?

261 High Ridge Dr, Pelham, AL has 2 bathrooms, 1,498 square feet of living space and a 0.17-acre lot.

When was 261 High Ridge Dr, Pelham, AL built?

261 High Ridge Dr, Pelham, AL was built in 2005, making it 21 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 261 High Ridge Dr, Pelham, AL?

261 High Ridge Dr, Pelham, AL is assigned to Pelham Ridge Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Pelham Park Middle School (middle), rated B; Pelham High School (high), rated A. All sit in Pelham City School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 261 High Ridge Dr, Pelham, AL compare to other homes in Pelham 35124?

Among the 9,639 homes in Pelham 35124, it is worth more than 34% of them ($280,614 against a typical $334,501), its price per square foot is higher than 63% of them ($187 against a typical $176), it is bigger than 24% of them (1,498 ft² against a typical 1,932 ft²), its lot is bigger than 29% of them (0.17 ac against a typical 0.32 ac) and it is newer than 77% of them (2005 against a typical 1997). Measured against all of Shelby County, it is worth more than 32% 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 High Ridge Dr, Pelham, AL?

The 2024 property tax bill for 261 High Ridge Dr, Pelham, AL was $1,319. The county assessed it at $22,740.

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