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$2,522,087$731 / 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 79How 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 $300,000 on Apr 17, 1996

3257 DOLPHIN DR

GULF SHORES, AL 36542
5
Beds
6 / 1
Baths
3,448 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.
0.64 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1998
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
10
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$2.5M
$2M low$3M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$300,000 · Apr 17, 1996

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$15,059 (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.$456,320 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$240,080
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$216,240
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$494,580
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$2,281,600

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.61
100
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
13
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
94
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.
32
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.40 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.99%
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.1 percent flood zone

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
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Mat/Raft Foundation (Slab)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.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.Elevator

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Gulf Shores Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 7.6 mi
M
Gulf Shores Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 7.7 mi
H
Gulf Shores High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 7.9 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

3257 Dolphin Dr 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.

  • Among the most valuable homes in Gulf Shores 36542
  • Costs more per square foot than 98% of homes in Baldwin County
  • Bigger than 95% of homes in Gulf Shores 36542

What homes are worth in Gulf Shores 36542

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

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$174K$1.8M

This home is worth more than almost all 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$2,522,087
CheaperTypical $480,930Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$731
CheaperTypical $357Pricier

Pricier than 96% of homes nearby

Living area3,448 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,450 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 95% of homes nearby

Lot size0.64 ac
SmallerTypical 0.64 acBigger

Bigger than 50% of homes nearby

Year built1998
OlderTypical 2001Newer

Newer than 44% of homes nearby

How 3257 Dolphin Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGulf Shores 36542Baldwin County
Estimated valuepricier than$2,522,087almost all homesalmost all homes
Price per ft²pricier than$73196% of homes98% of homes
Living areabigger than3,448 ft²95% of homes95% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.64 ac50% of homes56% of homes
Year builtnewer than199844% of homes44% of homes

About 3257 Dolphin Dr

How much is 3257 Dolphin Dr, Gulf Shores, AL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 3257 Dolphin Dr, Gulf Shores, AL is $2,522,087 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $1,999,017 to $3,045,157. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 3257 Dolphin Dr, Gulf Shores, AL last sell?

3257 Dolphin Dr, Gulf Shores, AL last sold on Apr 17, 1996 for $300,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 3257 Dolphin Dr, Gulf Shores, AL?

3257 Dolphin Dr, Gulf Shores, AL has 5 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms and 3,448 square feet of living space.

When was 3257 Dolphin Dr, Gulf Shores, AL built?

3257 Dolphin Dr, Gulf Shores, AL was built in 1998, making it 28 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 3257 Dolphin Dr, Gulf Shores, AL?

3257 Dolphin Dr, Gulf Shores, AL is assigned to Gulf Shores Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Gulf Shores Middle School (middle), rated A; Gulf Shores High School (high), rated B. All sit in Gulf Shores City School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 3257 Dolphin Dr, Gulf Shores, AL compare to other homes in Gulf Shores 36542?

Among the 19,268 homes in Gulf Shores 36542, it is worth more than almost all of them ($2,522,087 against a typical $480,930), its price per square foot is higher than 96% of them ($731 against a typical $357), it is bigger than 95% of them (3,448 ft² against a typical 1,450 ft²), its lot is bigger than 50% of them (0.64 ac against a typical 0.64 ac) and it is newer than 44% of them (1998 against a typical 2001). Measured against all of Baldwin County, it is worth more than almost all 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 3257 Dolphin Dr, Gulf Shores, AL?

The 2024 property tax bill for 3257 Dolphin Dr, Gulf Shores, AL was $15,059. The county assessed it at $456,320.

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