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$260,601$180 / 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 94How 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
Last sold for $247,925 on Jul 23, 2025

509 SAINT JAMES PL SW

ALBUQUERQUE, NM 87121
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,444 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.
0.12 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.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
Pre-foreclosure (LIS)A foreclosure notice on this home is currently active. Many are worked out before any auction happens.
A foreclosure-related notice has been recorded for this property.

Valuation

$261K
$244K low$277K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$247,925 · Jul 23, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,646 (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.$66,960 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$14,099
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$52,861
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$62,622
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$200,900

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.32
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
37
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
79
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
3
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
40
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.minimal

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 Residential
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Modular
CountyBERNALILLO
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.12
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Shingle
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(6)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Foreclosure Filings(3)

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

E
Helen Cordero Elementary SchoolD
Elementary · Grades PK–2 · 0.3 mi
M
Jimmy Carter Middle SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.1 mi
H
West Mesa High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.0 mi

District: Albuquerque Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 87121These 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.73
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.88
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.134

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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.10%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.24%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.79,155
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.303 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$49,044
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$63,657
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.54°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.10 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.76%

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How this home compares

509 Saint James Pl Sw 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 80% of homes in Bernalillo County
  • Costs less per square foot than 75% of homes in Bernalillo County
  • Smaller than 68% of homes in Bernalillo County
  • Has a smaller lot than 79% of homes in Bernalillo County
  • Newer than 72% of homes in Bernalillo County

What homes are worth in Albuquerque 87121

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

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$196K$390K

This home is worth more than 30% of homes in Albuquerque 87121.

How it measures up in Albuquerque 87121

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Albuquerque 87121.

Estimated value$260,601
CheaperTypical $282,688Pricier

Pricier than 30% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$180
CheaperTypical $192Pricier

Pricier than 37% of homes nearby

Living area1,444 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,456 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 49% of homes nearby

Lot size0.12 ac
SmallerTypical 0.12 acBigger

Bigger than 47% of homes nearby

Year built1998
OlderTypical 2001Newer

Newer than 35% of homes nearby

How 509 Saint James Pl Sw ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeAlbuquerque 87121Bernalillo County
Estimated valuepricier than$260,60130% of homes20% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$18037% of homes25% of homes
Living areabigger than1,444 ft²49% of homes32% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.12 ac47% of homes21% of homes
Year builtnewer than199835% of homes72% of homes

About 509 Saint James Pl Sw

How much is 509 Saint James Pl Sw, Albuquerque, NM worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 509 Saint James Pl Sw, Albuquerque, NM is $260,601 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $243,861 to $277,341. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 509 Saint James Pl Sw, Albuquerque, NM last sell?

509 Saint James Pl Sw, Albuquerque, NM last sold on Jul 23, 2025 for $247,925, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 509 Saint James Pl Sw, Albuquerque, NM?

509 Saint James Pl Sw, Albuquerque, NM has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,444 square feet of living space and a 0.12-acre lot.

When was 509 Saint James Pl Sw, Albuquerque, NM built?

509 Saint James Pl Sw, Albuquerque, NM was built in 1998, making it 28 years old. It is a modular home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 509 Saint James Pl Sw, Albuquerque, NM?

509 Saint James Pl Sw, Albuquerque, NM is assigned to Helen Cordero Elementary School (elementary), rated D; Jimmy Carter Middle School (middle), rated D-; West Mesa High School (high), rated D+. All sit in Albuquerque Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 509 Saint James Pl Sw, Albuquerque, NM compare to other homes in Albuquerque 87121?

Among the 23,779 homes in Albuquerque 87121, it is worth more than 30% of them ($260,601 against a typical $282,688), its price per square foot is higher than 37% of them ($180 against a typical $192), it is bigger than 49% of them (1,444 ft² against a typical 1,456 ft²), its lot is bigger than 47% of them (0.12 ac against a typical 0.12 ac) and it is newer than 35% of them (1998 against a typical 2001). Measured against all of Bernalillo County, it is worth more than 20% 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 509 Saint James Pl Sw, Albuquerque, NM?

The 2025 property tax bill for 509 Saint James Pl Sw, Albuquerque, NM was $2,646. The county assessed it at $66,960.

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