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$134,799$112 / 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 88How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $35,950 on Sep 1, 1979

511 PLACID DR

MONTGOMERY, AL 36117
2
Baths
1,205 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.
1971
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

$135K
$119K low$151K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$35,950 · Sep 1, 1979
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$134,799
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$107,839

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$934 (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.$19,140 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$3,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$16,140
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$19,140
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$95,700

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.41
1
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.
98
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
73
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
12
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
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

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

E
Wares Ferry Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.5 mi
M
Goodwyn Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.3 mi
H
Robert E. Lee High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.8 mi

District: Montgomery County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 36117These 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.63
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.73
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.29

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.25%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.0%
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.53,217
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.970 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$83,258
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$103,667
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%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Absentee owner
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

511 Placid 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 90% of homes in Montgomery 36117
  • Costs less per square foot than 74% of homes in Montgomery 36117
  • Smaller than 95% of homes in Montgomery 36117
  • Older than 96% of homes in Montgomery 36117

What homes are worth in Montgomery 36117

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

This home
$104K$740K

This home is worth more than 10% of homes in Montgomery 36117.

How it measures up in Montgomery 36117

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Montgomery 36117.

Estimated value$134,799
CheaperTypical $260,892Pricier

Pricier than 10% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$112
CheaperTypical $135Pricier

Pricier than 26% of homes nearby

Living area1,205 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,889 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 5% of homes nearby

Lot size0.25 ac
SmallerTypical 0.22 acBigger

Bigger than 61% of homes nearby

Year built1971
OlderTypical 1995Newer

Newer than 4% of homes nearby

How 511 Placid Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMontgomery 36117Montgomery County
Estimated valuepricier than$134,79910% of homes44% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$11226% of homes62% of homes
Living areabigger than1,205 ft²5% of homes20% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.25 ac61% of homes50% of homes
Year builtnewer than19714% of homes44% of homes

About 511 Placid Dr

How much is 511 Placid Dr, Montgomery, AL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 511 Placid Dr, Montgomery, AL is $134,799 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $118,535 to $151,063. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 511 Placid Dr, Montgomery, AL last sell?

511 Placid Dr, Montgomery, AL last sold on Sep 1, 1979 for $35,950, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 511 Placid Dr, Montgomery, AL?

511 Placid Dr, Montgomery, AL has 2 bathrooms, 1,205 square feet of living space and a 0.25-acre lot.

When was 511 Placid Dr, Montgomery, AL built?

511 Placid Dr, Montgomery, AL was built in 1971, making it 55 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 511 Placid Dr, Montgomery, AL?

511 Placid Dr, Montgomery, AL is assigned to Wares Ferry Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Goodwyn Middle School (middle), rated D; Robert E. Lee High School (high), rated D-. All sit in Montgomery County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 511 Placid Dr, Montgomery, AL compare to other homes in Montgomery 36117?

Among the 17,195 homes in Montgomery 36117, it is worth more than 10% of them ($134,799 against a typical $260,892), its price per square foot is higher than 26% of them ($112 against a typical $135), it is bigger than 5% of them (1,205 ft² against a typical 1,889 ft²), its lot is bigger than 61% of them (0.25 ac against a typical 0.22 ac) and it is newer than 4% of them (1971 against a typical 1995). Measured against all of Montgomery County, it is worth more than 44% 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 511 Placid Dr, Montgomery, AL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 511 Placid Dr, Montgomery, AL was $934. The county assessed it at $19,140.

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