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$106,558$74 / 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 76How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026

3538 COTTONWOOD DR

MONTGOMERY, AL 36109
2
Baths
1,446 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.
0.28 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1960
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$107K
$81K low$133K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,129 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$22,420 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$3,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$18,820
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$21,880
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$112,100

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.39
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
11
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
99
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
76
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
9
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
CountyMONTGOMERY
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.28
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.Concrete
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
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.Deck · 240 ft²Patio · 240 ft²Porch · 30 ft²

Transaction History(1)

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
Goodwyn Middle SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.5 mi
E
Flowers Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.0 mi
H
Robert E. Lee High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.0 mi

District: Montgomery County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 36109These 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.102
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.74
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.28

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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.19%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.13%
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.24,055
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,123 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$63,887
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$79,244
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.65°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.55 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.59%

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How this home compares

3538 Cottonwood 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.

  • Worth less than 82% of homes in Montgomery 36109
  • Costs less per square foot than 83% of homes in Montgomery 36109
  • Smaller than 67% of homes in Montgomery 36109
  • Older than 71% of homes in Montgomery County

What homes are worth in Montgomery 36109

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

This home
$64K$344K

This home is worth more than 18% of homes in Montgomery 36109.

How it measures up in Montgomery 36109

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Montgomery 36109.

Estimated value$106,558
CheaperTypical $151,230Pricier

Pricier than 18% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$74
CheaperTypical $93Pricier

Pricier than 17% of homes nearby

Living area1,446 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,635 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 33% of homes nearby

Lot size0.28 ac
SmallerTypical 0.28 acBigger

Bigger than 44% of homes nearby

Year built1960
OlderTypical 1968Newer

Newer than 39% of homes nearby

How 3538 Cottonwood Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMontgomery 36109Montgomery County
Estimated valuepricier than$106,55818% of homes34% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$7417% of homes36% of homes
Living areabigger than1,446 ft²33% of homes35% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.28 ac44% of homes56% of homes
Year builtnewer than196039% of homes29% of homes

About 3538 Cottonwood Dr

How much is 3538 Cottonwood Dr, Montgomery, AL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 3538 Cottonwood Dr, Montgomery, AL is $106,558 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $80,501 to $132,615. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 3538 Cottonwood Dr, Montgomery, AL last sell?

3538 Cottonwood Dr, Montgomery, AL last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 3538 Cottonwood Dr, Montgomery, AL?

3538 Cottonwood Dr, Montgomery, AL has 2 bathrooms, 1,446 square feet of living space and a 0.28-acre lot.

When was 3538 Cottonwood Dr, Montgomery, AL built?

3538 Cottonwood Dr, Montgomery, AL was built in 1960, making it 66 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 3538 Cottonwood Dr, Montgomery, AL?

3538 Cottonwood Dr, Montgomery, AL is assigned to Goodwyn Middle School (middle), rated D-; Flowers Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; Robert E. Lee High School (high), rated F. All sit in Montgomery County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 3538 Cottonwood Dr, Montgomery, AL compare to other homes in Montgomery 36109?

Among the 9,849 homes in Montgomery 36109, it is worth more than 18% of them ($106,558 against a typical $151,230), its price per square foot is higher than 17% of them ($74 against a typical $93), it is bigger than 33% of them (1,446 ft² against a typical 1,635 ft²), its lot is bigger than 44% of them (0.28 ac against a typical 0.28 ac) and it is newer than 39% of them (1960 against a typical 1968). Measured against all of Montgomery County, it is worth more than 34% 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 3538 Cottonwood Dr, Montgomery, AL?

The 2026 property tax bill for 3538 Cottonwood Dr, Montgomery, AL was $1,129. The county assessed it at $22,420.

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