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$273,104$143 / 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 86How 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

520 SIMMS DR E

SARALAND, AL 36571
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,904 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.
1980
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

$273K
$235K low$311K high

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.$13,660 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,260
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$12,400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$12,610
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$136,600

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.63
93
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.72%
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
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1989
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.00
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.Metal
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.Deck · 176 ft²Patio · 176 ft²Porch · 150 ft²

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 · 3.2 mi
E
Saraland Early Education CenterA+
Elementary · Grades PK–1 · 5.0 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

520 Simms Dr E 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 76% of homes in Mobile County
  • Costs more per square foot than 75% of homes in Mobile County
  • Bigger than 68% of homes in Mobile County
  • Has a bigger lot than 77% of homes in Mobile County
  • Older than 73% 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$608K

This home is worth more than 65% 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$273,104
CheaperTypical $231,603Pricier

Pricier than 65% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$143
CheaperTypical $141Pricier

Pricier than 54% of homes nearby

Living area1,904 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,708 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 62% of homes nearby

Lot size1 ac
SmallerTypical 0.76 acBigger

Bigger than 75% of homes nearby

Year built1980
OlderTypical 1991Newer

Newer than 29% of homes nearby

How 520 Simms Dr E ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSaraland 36571Mobile County
Estimated valuepricier than$273,10465% of homes76% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$14354% of homes75% of homes
Living areabigger than1,904 ft²62% of homes68% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1 ac75% of homes77% of homes
Year builtnewer than198029% of homes27% of homes

About 520 Simms Dr E

How much is 520 Simms Dr E, Saraland, AL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 520 Simms Dr E, Saraland, AL is $273,104 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $235,143 to $311,065. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 520 Simms Dr E, Saraland, AL last sell?

520 Simms Dr E, Saraland, AL last sold on Dec 27, 1999, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 520 Simms Dr E, Saraland, AL?

520 Simms Dr E, Saraland, AL has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,904 square feet of living space and a 1.00-acre lot.

When was 520 Simms Dr E, Saraland, AL built?

520 Simms Dr E, Saraland, AL was built in 1980, making it 46 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 520 Simms Dr E, Saraland, AL?

520 Simms Dr E, 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 520 Simms Dr E, Saraland, AL compare to other homes in Saraland 36571?

Among the 5,832 homes in Saraland 36571, it is worth more than 65% of them ($273,104 against a typical $231,603), its price per square foot is higher than 54% of them ($143 against a typical $141), it is bigger than 62% of them (1,904 ft² against a typical 1,708 ft²), its lot is bigger than 75% of them (1 ac against a typical 0.76 ac) and it is newer than 29% of them (1980 against a typical 1991). Measured against all of Mobile County, it is worth more than 76% 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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