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$217,945$146 / 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 Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $149,900 on Nov 3, 2020

281 JESTER ST

COWARTS, AL 36321
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,489 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.
0.36 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2013
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$218K
$200K low$236K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$149,900 · Nov 3, 2020

Tax & Assessment

Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$20,360 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$20,360
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$206,260

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.45
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
23
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
98
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
77
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
28
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
CountyHouston
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.2015
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.36
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.

M
Ashford High SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 9–12 · 5.0 mi
E
Ashford Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 5.3 mi

District: Houston County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 36321These 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.130
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.72
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.22

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.7.5%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.15%
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.1,050
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.200 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$52,097
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$62,000
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.66°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

281 Jester St 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 72% of homes in Cowarts 36321
  • Costs more per square foot than 79% of homes in Cowarts 36321
  • Has a smaller lot than 80% of homes in Cowarts 36321
  • Newer than 89% of homes in Houston County

What homes are worth in Cowarts 36321

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

This home
$67K$419K

This home is worth more than 72% of homes in Cowarts 36321.

How it measures up in Cowarts 36321

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Cowarts 36321.

Estimated value$217,945
CheaperTypical $167,606Pricier

Pricier than 72% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$146
CheaperTypical $109Pricier

Pricier than 79% of homes nearby

Living area1,489 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,482 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 51% of homes nearby

Lot size0.36 ac
SmallerTypical 0.52 acBigger

Bigger than 20% of homes nearby

Year built2013
OlderTypical 1985Newer

Newer than 86% of homes nearby

How 281 Jester St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCowarts 36321Houston County
Estimated valuepricier than$217,94572% of homes58% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$14679% of homes74% of homes
Living areabigger than1,489 ft²51% of homes39% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.36 ac20% of homes31% of homes
Year builtnewer than201386% of homes89% of homes

About 281 Jester St

How much is 281 Jester St, Cowarts, AL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 281 Jester St, Cowarts, AL is $217,945 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $200,032 to $235,858. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 281 Jester St, Cowarts, AL last sell?

281 Jester St, Cowarts, AL last sold on Nov 3, 2020 for $149,900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 281 Jester St, Cowarts, AL?

281 Jester St, Cowarts, AL has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,489 square feet of living space and a 0.36-acre lot.

When was 281 Jester St, Cowarts, AL built?

281 Jester St, Cowarts, AL was built in 2013, making it 13 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 281 Jester St, Cowarts, AL?

281 Jester St, Cowarts, AL is assigned to Ashford High School (middle), rated C+; Ashford Elementary School (elementary), rated A+. All sit in Houston County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 281 Jester St, Cowarts, AL compare to other homes in Cowarts 36321?

Among the 698 homes in Cowarts 36321, it is worth more than 72% of them ($217,945 against a typical $167,606), its price per square foot is higher than 79% of them ($146 against a typical $109), it is bigger than 51% of them (1,489 ft² against a typical 1,482 ft²), its lot is bigger than 20% of them (0.36 ac against a typical 0.52 ac) and it is newer than 86% of them (2013 against a typical 1985). Measured against all of Houston County, it is worth more than 58% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

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