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$264,256$113 / 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 95How 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 $265,000 on May 28, 2026

517 SIMMS DR

SARALAND, AL 36571
2
Baths
2,338 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.
1 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.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
3
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$264K
$252K low$276K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$265,000 · May 28, 2026

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.$17,350 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,370
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$15,980
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$16,480
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$173,500

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.63
96
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
40
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.
69
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
15
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.64 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.98%
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
CountyMOBILE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.00
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.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.DeckPorch · 581 ft²

Transaction History(1)

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.

M
Saraland Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.8 mi
H
Saraland High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.1 mi
E
Saraland Early Education CenterA+
Elementary · Grades PK–1 · 5.1 mi

District: Saraland City School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 36571These 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.93
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.85
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.25

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.17%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.9%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.15,495
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.310 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$65,811
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$92,745
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.67°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

517 Simms 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 more than 75% of homes in Mobile County
  • Costs less per square foot than 79% of homes in Saraland 36571
  • Bigger than 83% of homes in Mobile County
  • Has a bigger lot than 77% of homes in Mobile County
  • Newer than 76% of homes in Mobile County

What homes are worth in Saraland 36571

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

This home
$81K$588K

This home is worth more than 62% of homes in Saraland 36571.

How it measures up in Saraland 36571

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Saraland 36571.

Estimated value$264,256
CheaperTypical $231,562Pricier

Pricier than 62% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$113
CheaperTypical $140Pricier

Pricier than 21% of homes nearby

Living area2,338 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,712 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 78% of homes nearby

Lot size1 ac
SmallerTypical 0.77 acBigger

Bigger than 75% of homes nearby

Year built1998
OlderTypical 1991Newer

Newer than 71% of homes nearby

How 517 Simms Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSaraland 36571Mobile County
Estimated valuepricier than$264,25662% of homes75% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$11321% of homes52% of homes
Living areabigger than2,338 ft²78% of homes83% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1 ac75% of homes77% of homes
Year builtnewer than199871% of homes76% of homes

About 517 Simms Dr

How much is 517 Simms Dr, Saraland, AL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 517 Simms Dr, Saraland, AL is $264,256 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $252,110 to $276,402. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 517 Simms Dr, Saraland, AL last sell?

517 Simms Dr, Saraland, AL last sold on May 28, 2026 for $265,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 517 Simms Dr, Saraland, AL?

517 Simms Dr, Saraland, AL has 2 bathrooms, 2,338 square feet of living space and a 1.00-acre lot.

When was 517 Simms Dr, Saraland, AL built?

517 Simms Dr, Saraland, AL was built in 1998, making it 28 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 517 Simms Dr, Saraland, AL?

517 Simms Dr, Saraland, AL is assigned to Saraland Middle School (middle), rated A+; Saraland High School (high), rated B; Saraland Early Education Center (elementary), rated A+. All sit in Saraland City School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 517 Simms Dr, Saraland, AL compare to other homes in Saraland 36571?

Among the 5,832 homes in Saraland 36571, it is worth more than 62% of them ($264,256 against a typical $231,562), its price per square foot is higher than 21% of them ($113 against a typical $140), it is bigger than 78% of them (2,338 ft² against a typical 1,712 ft²), its lot is bigger than 75% of them (1 ac against a typical 0.77 ac) and it is newer than 71% of them (1998 against a typical 1991). Measured against all of Mobile County, it is worth more than 75% 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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