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$710,726$257 / 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 Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $269,450 on Oct 11, 2005

261 ROYAL LN

FAIRHOPE, AL 36532
3
Beds
3 / 1
Baths
2,763 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.
0.34 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.

Valuation

$711K
$571K low$851K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$269,450 · Oct 11, 2005

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,339 (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.$34,380 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$5,480
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$28,900
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$34,380
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$379,600

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.47
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
36
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
95
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
67
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
37
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

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
CountyBaldwin
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.34
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
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.

E
Fairhope East Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 1.4 mi
H
Fairhope High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.1 mi
M
Fairhope Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 2.2 mi

District: Baldwin County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 36532These 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.78
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.86
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.21

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.91%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.27%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.3%
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.44,884
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.551 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$84,958
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$113,466
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.67°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.68 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 Royal Ln 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 83% of homes in Baldwin County
  • Costs more per square foot than 65% of homes in Baldwin County
  • Bigger than 88% of homes in Baldwin County

What homes are worth in Fairhope 36532

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

This home
$185K$2M

This home is worth more than 73% of homes in Fairhope 36532.

How it measures up in Fairhope 36532

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Fairhope 36532.

Estimated value$710,726
CheaperTypical $516,309Pricier

Pricier than 73% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$257
CheaperTypical $235Pricier

Pricier than 60% of homes nearby

Living area2,763 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,118 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 75% of homes nearby

Lot size0.34 ac
SmallerTypical 0.37 acBigger

Bigger than 45% of homes nearby

Year built2005
OlderTypical 2001Newer

Newer than 61% of homes nearby

How 261 Royal Ln ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeFairhope 36532Baldwin County
Estimated valuepricier than$710,72673% of homes83% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$25760% of homes65% of homes
Living areabigger than2,763 ft²75% of homes88% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.34 ac45% of homes38% of homes
Year builtnewer than200561% of homes62% of homes

About 261 Royal Ln

How much is 261 Royal Ln, Fairhope, AL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 261 Royal Ln, Fairhope, AL is $710,726 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $570,805 to $850,647. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 261 Royal Ln, Fairhope, AL last sell?

261 Royal Ln, Fairhope, AL last sold on Oct 11, 2005 for $269,450, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 261 Royal Ln, Fairhope, AL?

261 Royal Ln, Fairhope, AL has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,763 square feet of living space and a 0.34-acre lot.

When was 261 Royal Ln, Fairhope, AL built?

261 Royal Ln, Fairhope, AL was built in 2005, making it 21 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 261 Royal Ln, Fairhope, AL?

261 Royal Ln, Fairhope, AL is assigned to Fairhope East Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; Fairhope High School (high), rated A; Fairhope Middle School (middle), rated A+. All sit in Baldwin County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 261 Royal Ln, Fairhope, AL compare to other homes in Fairhope 36532?

Among the 16,742 homes in Fairhope 36532, it is worth more than 73% of them ($710,726 against a typical $516,309), its price per square foot is higher than 60% of them ($257 against a typical $235), it is bigger than 75% of them (2,763 ft² against a typical 2,118 ft²), its lot is bigger than 45% of them (0.34 ac against a typical 0.37 ac) and it is newer than 61% of them (2005 against a typical 2001). Measured against all of Baldwin County, it is worth more than 83% 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 Royal Ln, Fairhope, AL?

The 2024 property tax bill for 261 Royal Ln, Fairhope, AL was $1,339. The county assessed it at $34,380.

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