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$363,050$204 / 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 91How 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 $355,000 on Mar 5, 2025

279 PRESTON WAY

GULF SHORES, AL 36542
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,777 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.
0.19 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2022
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$363K
$330K low$396K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$355,000 · Mar 5, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,013 (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.$32,060 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$5,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$26,760
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$32,060
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$320,500

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.
37
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.
66
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
32
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
CountyBaldwin
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.19
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

Transaction History(2)

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.

H
Gulf Shores High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.4 mi
M
Gulf Shores Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 4.4 mi
E
Gulf Shores Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 4.4 mi

District: Gulf Shores City School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 36542These 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.124
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.82
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.19

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.50%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.20%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.4%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.7%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.21,150
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.278 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$68,085
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$93,679
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.68°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.66 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

279 Preston Way 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 70% of homes in Gulf Shores 36542
  • Costs less per square foot than 85% of homes in Gulf Shores 36542
  • Has a smaller lot than 85% of homes in Baldwin County
  • Newer than 97% of homes in Baldwin County

What homes are worth in Gulf Shores 36542

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

This home
$163K$1.8M

This home is worth more than 30% of homes in Gulf Shores 36542.

How it measures up in Gulf Shores 36542

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Gulf Shores 36542.

Estimated value$363,050
CheaperTypical $479,416Pricier

Pricier than 30% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$204
CheaperTypical $358Pricier

Pricier than 15% of homes nearby

Living area1,777 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,450 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 64% of homes nearby

Lot size0.19 ac
SmallerTypical 0.67 acBigger

Bigger than 17% of homes nearby

Year built2022
OlderTypical 2001Newer

Newer than 96% of homes nearby

How 279 Preston Way ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGulf Shores 36542Baldwin County
Estimated valuepricier than$363,05030% of homes45% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$20415% of homes49% of homes
Living areabigger than1,777 ft²64% of homes51% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.19 ac17% of homes15% of homes
Year builtnewer than202296% of homes97% of homes

About 279 Preston Way

How much is 279 Preston Way, Gulf Shores, AL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 279 Preston Way, Gulf Shores, AL is $363,050 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $329,969 to $396,131. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 279 Preston Way, Gulf Shores, AL last sell?

279 Preston Way, Gulf Shores, AL last sold on Mar 5, 2025 for $355,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 279 Preston Way, Gulf Shores, AL?

279 Preston Way, Gulf Shores, AL has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,777 square feet of living space and a 0.19-acre lot.

When was 279 Preston Way, Gulf Shores, AL built?

279 Preston Way, Gulf Shores, AL was built in 2022, making it 4 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 279 Preston Way, Gulf Shores, AL?

279 Preston Way, Gulf Shores, AL is assigned to Gulf Shores High School (high), rated A-; Gulf Shores Middle School (middle), rated A+; Gulf Shores Elementary School (elementary), rated A+. All sit in Gulf Shores City School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 279 Preston Way, Gulf Shores, AL compare to other homes in Gulf Shores 36542?

Among the 19,150 homes in Gulf Shores 36542, it is worth more than 30% of them ($363,050 against a typical $479,416), its price per square foot is higher than 15% of them ($204 against a typical $358), it is bigger than 64% of them (1,777 ft² against a typical 1,450 ft²), its lot is bigger than 17% of them (0.19 ac against a typical 0.67 ac) and it is newer than 96% of them (2022 against a typical 2001). Measured against all of Baldwin County, it is worth more than 45% 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 279 Preston Way, Gulf Shores, AL?

The 2024 property tax bill for 279 Preston Way, Gulf Shores, AL was $1,013. The county assessed it at $32,060.

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