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$230,742$157 / 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 Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $145,000 on Jan 29, 2010

281 PORTSIDE CT E

MOBILE, AL 36695
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,469 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.
1995
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$231K
$211K low$251K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$145,000 · Jan 29, 2010

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$568 (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.$14,250 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$3,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$10,750
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$13,540
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$142,500

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.42
36
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
5
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
96
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
60
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
15
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.7 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
CountyMobile
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.1998
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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 44 ft²

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
Baker High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.6 mi
E
E. R. Dickson Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 2.6 mi
M
Causey Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.7 mi

District: Mobile County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 36695These 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.59
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.91
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.30

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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.23%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.6%
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.49,702
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,053 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$78,672
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$98,519
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.67°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.67 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 Portside Ct E 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 Mobile 36695
  • Costs more per square foot than 85% of homes in Sheldon
  • Smaller than 84% of homes in Mobile 36695
  • Newer than 72% of homes in Mobile County

What homes are worth in Mobile 36695

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

This home
$148K$716K

This home is worth more than 30% of homes in Mobile 36695.

How it measures up in Mobile 36695

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Mobile 36695.

Estimated value$230,742
CheaperTypical $277,103Pricier

Pricier than 30% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$157
CheaperTypical $140Pricier

Pricier than 77% of homes nearby

Living area1,469 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,006 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 16% of homes nearby

Year built1995
OlderTypical 1997Newer

Newer than 46% of homes nearby

How 281 Portside Ct E ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSheldonMobile 36695Mobile County
Estimated valuepricier than$230,74245% of homes30% of homes63% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$15785% of homes77% of homes81% of homes
Living areabigger than1,469 ft²24% of homes16% of homes41% of homes
Year builtnewer than199565% of homes46% of homes72% of homes

About 281 Portside Ct E

How much is 281 Portside Ct E, Mobile, AL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 281 Portside Ct E, Mobile, AL is $230,742 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $210,611 to $250,873. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 281 Portside Ct E, Mobile, AL last sell?

281 Portside Ct E, Mobile, AL last sold on Jan 29, 2010 for $145,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 281 Portside Ct E, Mobile, AL?

281 Portside Ct E, Mobile, AL has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and 1,469 square feet of living space.

When was 281 Portside Ct E, Mobile, AL built?

281 Portside Ct E, Mobile, AL was built in 1995, making it 31 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 281 Portside Ct E, Mobile, AL?

281 Portside Ct E, Mobile, AL is assigned to Baker High School (high), rated A-; E. R. Dickson Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; Causey Middle School (middle), rated A. All sit in Mobile County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 281 Portside Ct E, Mobile, AL compare to other homes in Mobile 36695?

Among the 16,090 homes in Mobile 36695, it is worth more than 30% of them ($230,742 against a typical $277,103), its price per square foot is higher than 77% of them ($157 against a typical $140), it is bigger than 16% of them (1,469 ft² against a typical 2,006 ft²) and it is newer than 46% of them (1995 against a typical 1997). Measured against all of Mobile County, it is worth more than 63% 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 281 Portside Ct E, Mobile, AL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 281 Portside Ct E, Mobile, AL was $568. The county assessed it at $14,250.

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