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$19,400$18 / 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 72How 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

491 JAPONICA ST

MONTGOMERY, AL 36105
1
Baths
1,108 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.
0.17 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1950
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

$19K
$14K low$25K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$230 (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.$4,920 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$4,420
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$4,920
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$24,600

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.46
35
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
24
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.
67
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.
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
CountyMontgomery
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.17
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.Mat/Raft Foundation (Slab)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Shingle
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.Porch · 125 ft²

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

E
Davis Elementary SchoolF
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.6 mi
M
Bellingrath Middle SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.1 mi
H
Lanier High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.7 mi

District: Montgomery County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 36105These 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.140
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.71
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.83%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.11%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.29%
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.10,492
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.140 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$45,137
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$57,276
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

491 Japonica 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 less than 98% of homes in Montgomery County
  • Costs less per square foot than 98% of homes in Montgomery County
  • Smaller than 87% of homes in Montgomery County
  • Has a smaller lot than 89% of homes in Montgomery 36105
  • Older than 82% of homes in Montgomery County

What homes are worth in Montgomery 36105

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

This home
$16K$496K

This home is worth more than 7% of homes in Montgomery 36105.

How it measures up in Montgomery 36105

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Montgomery 36105.

Estimated value$19,400
CheaperTypical $41,138Pricier

Pricier than 7% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$18
CheaperTypical $31Pricier

Pricier than 12% of homes nearby

Living area1,108 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,365 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 28% of homes nearby

Lot size0.17 ac
SmallerTypical 0.26 acBigger

Bigger than 11% of homes nearby

Year built1950
OlderTypical 1950Newer

Newer than 55% of homes nearby

How 491 Japonica St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBellingrath / CloverdaleMontgomery 36105Montgomery County
Estimated valuepricier than$19,4009% of homes7% of homes2% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$1815% of homes12% of homes2% of homes
Living areabigger than1,108 ft²28% of homes28% of homes13% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.17 ac12% of homes11% of homes22% of homes
Year builtnewer than195059% of homes55% of homes18% of homes

About 491 Japonica St

How much is 491 Japonica St, Montgomery, AL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 491 Japonica St, Montgomery, AL is $19,400 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $14,031 to $24,769. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 491 Japonica St, Montgomery, AL last sell?

491 Japonica St, Montgomery, AL last sold on Oct 8, 1997, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 491 Japonica St, Montgomery, AL?

491 Japonica St, Montgomery, AL has 1 bathrooms, 1,108 square feet of living space and a 0.17-acre lot.

When was 491 Japonica St, Montgomery, AL built?

491 Japonica St, Montgomery, AL was built in 1950, making it 76 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 491 Japonica St, Montgomery, AL?

491 Japonica St, Montgomery, AL is assigned to Davis Elementary School (elementary), rated F; Bellingrath Middle School (middle), rated D-; Lanier 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 491 Japonica St, Montgomery, AL compare to other homes in Montgomery 36105?

Among the 4,781 homes in Montgomery 36105, it is worth more than 7% of them ($19,400 against a typical $41,138), its price per square foot is higher than 12% of them ($18 against a typical $31), it is bigger than 28% of them (1,108 ft² against a typical 1,365 ft²), its lot is bigger than 11% of them (0.17 ac against a typical 0.26 ac) and it is newer than 55% of them (1950 against a typical 1950). Measured against all of Montgomery County, it is worth more than 2% 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 491 Japonica St, Montgomery, AL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 491 Japonica St, Montgomery, AL was $230. The county assessed it at $4,920.

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