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$35,385$27 / 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 68How 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 $17,000 on Jun 1, 1974

496 JAPONICA ST

MONTGOMERY, AL 36105
1
Baths
1,332 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.
0.25 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1951
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

$35K
$24K low$47K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$17,000 · Jun 1, 1974

Tax & Assessment

Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$500 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$500
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$2,500

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.39
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
21
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.

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.0.25
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
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Carport (Unspecified)
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 · 105 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 · 1.6 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

496 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 91% of homes in Montgomery County
  • Costs less per square foot than 93% of homes in Montgomery County
  • Smaller than 72% of homes in Montgomery County
  • 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$500K

This home is worth more than 41% 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$35,385
CheaperTypical $41,237Pricier

Pricier than 41% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$27
CheaperTypical $31Pricier

Pricier than 38% of homes nearby

Living area1,332 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,363 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 47% of homes nearby

Lot size0.25 ac
SmallerTypical 0.26 acBigger

Bigger than 49% of homes nearby

Year built1951
OlderTypical 1950Newer

Newer than 57% of homes nearby

How 496 Japonica St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBellingrath / CloverdaleMontgomery 36105Montgomery County
Estimated valuepricier than$35,38547% of homes41% of homes9% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$2744% of homes38% of homes7% of homes
Living areabigger than1,332 ft²49% of homes47% of homes28% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.25 ac55% of homes49% of homes50% of homes
Year builtnewer than195161% of homes57% of homes18% of homes

About 496 Japonica St

How much is 496 Japonica St, Montgomery, AL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 496 Japonica St, Montgomery, AL is $35,385 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $23,894 to $46,876. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 496 Japonica St, Montgomery, AL last sell?

496 Japonica St, Montgomery, AL last sold on Jun 1, 1974 for $17,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 496 Japonica St, Montgomery, AL?

496 Japonica St, Montgomery, AL has 1 bathrooms, 1,332 square feet of living space and a 0.25-acre lot.

When was 496 Japonica St, Montgomery, AL built?

496 Japonica St, Montgomery, AL was built in 1951, making it 75 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 496 Japonica St, Montgomery, AL?

496 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 496 Japonica St, Montgomery, AL compare to other homes in Montgomery 36105?

Among the 4,781 homes in Montgomery 36105, it is worth more than 41% of them ($35,385 against a typical $41,237), its price per square foot is higher than 38% of them ($27 against a typical $31), it is bigger than 47% of them (1,332 ft² against a typical 1,363 ft²), its lot is bigger than 49% of them (0.25 ac against a typical 0.26 ac) and it is newer than 57% of them (1951 against a typical 1950). Measured against all of Montgomery County, it is worth more than 9% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

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