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$260,263$170 / 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 88How 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 $137,000 on Jun 21, 2016

261 SHADOW CT SW

HUNTSVILLE, AL 35824
1
Baths
1,527 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.
2005
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$260K
$229K low$291K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$137,000 · Jun 21, 2016

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,378 (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.$24,580 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$5,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$19,580
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$25,180
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$245,700

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.12 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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
CountyMadison
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(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.

E
Williams Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.6 mi
M
Williams Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.6 mi
H
Columbia High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 6.1 mi

District: Huntsville City School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 35824These 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.85
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.112
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.65

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.30%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.4%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.11,160
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.495 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$127,971
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$146,160
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.60°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.57 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 Shadow Ct Sw 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 94% of homes in Huntsville 35824
  • Costs less per square foot than 78% of homes in Huntsville 35824
  • Smaller than 81% of homes in Huntsville 35824
  • Older than 80% of homes in Huntsville 35824

What homes are worth in Huntsville 35824

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

This home
$228K$800K

This home is worth more than 6% of homes in Huntsville 35824.

How it measures up in Huntsville 35824

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Huntsville 35824.

Estimated value$260,263
CheaperTypical $385,547Pricier

Pricier than 6% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$170
CheaperTypical $195Pricier

Pricier than 22% of homes nearby

Living area1,527 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,929 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 19% of homes nearby

Year built2005
OlderTypical 2012Newer

Newer than 20% of homes nearby

How 261 Shadow Ct Sw ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHuntsville 35824Madison County
Estimated valuepricier than$260,2636% of homes36% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$17022% of homes43% of homes
Living areabigger than1,527 ft²19% of homes40% of homes
Year builtnewer than200520% of homes69% of homes

About 261 Shadow Ct Sw

How much is 261 Shadow Ct Sw, Huntsville, AL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 261 Shadow Ct Sw, Huntsville, AL is $260,263 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $229,482 to $291,044. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 261 Shadow Ct Sw, Huntsville, AL last sell?

261 Shadow Ct Sw, Huntsville, AL last sold on Jun 21, 2016 for $137,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 261 Shadow Ct Sw, Huntsville, AL?

261 Shadow Ct Sw, Huntsville, AL has 1 bathrooms and 1,527 square feet of living space.

When was 261 Shadow Ct Sw, Huntsville, AL built?

261 Shadow Ct Sw, Huntsville, AL was built in 2005, making it 21 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 261 Shadow Ct Sw, Huntsville, AL?

261 Shadow Ct Sw, Huntsville, AL is assigned to Williams Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; Williams Middle School (middle), rated C; Columbia High School (high), rated F. All sit in Huntsville City School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 261 Shadow Ct Sw, Huntsville, AL compare to other homes in Huntsville 35824?

Among the 3,281 homes in Huntsville 35824, it is worth more than 6% of them ($260,263 against a typical $385,547), its price per square foot is higher than 22% of them ($170 against a typical $195), it is bigger than 19% of them (1,527 ft² against a typical 1,929 ft²) and it is newer than 20% of them (2005 against a typical 2012). Measured against all of Madison County, it is worth more than 36% 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 Shadow Ct Sw, Huntsville, AL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 261 Shadow Ct Sw, Huntsville, AL was $1,378. The county assessed it at $24,580.

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