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$198,496$108 / 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 75How 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

261 MCNEW DR

VALLEY HEAD, AL 35989
1
Baths
1,844 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.
21.58 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1997
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$198K
$149K low$248K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$820 (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.$21,560 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,260
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$20,300
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$20,160
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$307,900

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.46
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
27
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
83
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
96
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
24
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
CountyDeKalb
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.21.58
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Concrete
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.Central
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 182 ft²

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

E
Valley Head High SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades KG–12 · 0.5 mi

District: Dekalb County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 35989These 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.131
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.104
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.121

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.83%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.12%
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.3,216
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.56 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$46,154
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$65,393
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.58°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.60 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 Mcnew 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.

  • Costs less per square foot than 84% of homes in Valley Head 35989
  • Bigger than 76% of homes in Valley Head 35989
  • Has a bigger lot than 91% of homes in DeKalb County
  • Newer than 74% of homes in DeKalb County

What homes are worth in Valley Head 35989

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

This home
$70K$788K

This home is worth more than 41% of homes in Valley Head 35989.

How it measures up in Valley Head 35989

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Valley Head 35989.

Estimated value$198,496
CheaperTypical $220,500Pricier

Pricier than 41% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$108
CheaperTypical $156Pricier

Pricier than 16% of homes nearby

Living area1,844 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,408 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 76% of homes nearby

Lot size21.58 ac
SmallerTypical 2.3 acBigger

Bigger than 90% of homes nearby

Year built1997
OlderTypical 1988Newer

Newer than 70% of homes nearby

How 261 Mcnew Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeValley Head 35989DeKalb County
Estimated valuepricier than$198,49641% of homes50% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$10816% of homes31% of homes
Living areabigger than1,844 ft²76% of homes76% of homes
Lot sizebigger than21.58 ac90% of homes91% of homes
Year builtnewer than199770% of homes74% of homes

About 261 Mcnew Dr

How much is 261 Mcnew Dr, Valley Head, AL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 261 Mcnew Dr, Valley Head, AL is $198,496 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $149,267 to $247,725. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 261 Mcnew Dr, Valley Head, AL last sell?

261 Mcnew Dr, Valley Head, AL last sold on Jan 10, 1996, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 261 Mcnew Dr, Valley Head, AL?

261 Mcnew Dr, Valley Head, AL has 1 bathrooms, 1,844 square feet of living space and a 21.58-acre lot.

When was 261 Mcnew Dr, Valley Head, AL built?

261 Mcnew Dr, Valley Head, AL was built in 1997, making it 29 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 261 Mcnew Dr, Valley Head, AL?

261 Mcnew Dr, Valley Head, AL is assigned to Valley Head High School (elementary), rated C-. All sit in Dekalb County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 261 Mcnew Dr, Valley Head, AL compare to other homes in Valley Head 35989?

Among the 1,313 homes in Valley Head 35989, it is worth more than 41% of them ($198,496 against a typical $220,500), its price per square foot is higher than 16% of them ($108 against a typical $156), it is bigger than 76% of them (1,844 ft² against a typical 1,408 ft²), its lot is bigger than 90% of them (21.58 ac against a typical 2.3 ac) and it is newer than 70% of them (1997 against a typical 1988). Measured against all of DeKalb 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.

What are the property taxes on 261 Mcnew Dr, Valley Head, AL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 261 Mcnew Dr, Valley Head, AL was $820. The county assessed it at $21,560.

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