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$479,635$631 / 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 87How 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 $7,500 on Aug 21, 2026

456 W CANAL DR

GULF SHORES, AL 36542
1
Beds
1
Baths
760 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.
0.22 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1964
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
3
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
5
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$480K
$417K low$542K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$7,500 · Aug 21, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,195 (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.$36,220 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$24,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$11,720
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$33,860
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$372,100

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.63
90
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
29
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.
65
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
37
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.77 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.87%
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
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.22
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Mixed
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
ViewThe type of view from the property, or another feature of the site that affects value.Waterfront-Beach (Ocean, River Or Lake)

Transaction History(3)

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.

E
Gulf Shores Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.3 mi
M
Gulf Shores Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.3 mi
H
Gulf Shores High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.5 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

456 W Canal 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.

  • Costs more per square foot than 95% of homes in Baldwin County
  • Smaller than 96% of homes in Baldwin County
  • Has a smaller lot than 82% of homes in Baldwin County
  • Older than 98% 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.

This home
$169K$1.8M

This home is worth more than 51% 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$479,635
CheaperTypical $474,606Pricier

Pricier than 51% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$631
CheaperTypical $354Pricier

Pricier than 91% of homes nearby

Living area760 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,450 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 10% of homes nearby

Lot size0.22 ac
SmallerTypical 0.66 acBigger

Bigger than 21% of homes nearby

Year built1964
OlderTypical 2001Newer

Newer than 2% of homes nearby

How 456 W Canal Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGulf Shores 36542Baldwin County
Estimated valuepricier than$479,63551% of homes63% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$63191% of homes95% of homes
Living areabigger than760 ft²10% of homes4% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.22 ac21% of homes18% of homes
Year builtnewer than19642% of homes8% of homes

About 456 W Canal Dr

How much is 456 W Canal Dr, Gulf Shores, AL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 456 W Canal Dr, Gulf Shores, AL is $479,635 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $416,960 to $542,310. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 456 W Canal Dr, Gulf Shores, AL last sell?

456 W Canal Dr, Gulf Shores, AL last sold on Aug 21, 2026 for $7,500, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 456 W Canal Dr, Gulf Shores, AL?

456 W Canal Dr, Gulf Shores, AL has 1 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 760 square feet of living space and a 0.22-acre lot.

When was 456 W Canal Dr, Gulf Shores, AL built?

456 W Canal Dr, Gulf Shores, AL was built in 1964, making it 62 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 456 W Canal Dr, Gulf Shores, AL?

456 W Canal 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 A-. All sit in Gulf Shores City School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 456 W Canal Dr, Gulf Shores, AL compare to other homes in Gulf Shores 36542?

Among the 19,154 homes in Gulf Shores 36542, it is worth more than 51% of them ($479,635 against a typical $474,606), its price per square foot is higher than 91% of them ($631 against a typical $354), it is bigger than 10% of them (760 ft² against a typical 1,450 ft²), its lot is bigger than 21% of them (0.22 ac against a typical 0.66 ac) and it is newer than 2% of them (1964 against a typical 2001). Measured against all of Baldwin 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 456 W Canal Dr, Gulf Shores, AL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 456 W Canal Dr, Gulf Shores, AL was $1,195. The county assessed it at $36,220.

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