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$79,833$44 / 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 71How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026

5434 MERRIFIELD DR

VALLEY GRANDE, AL 36703
1
Baths
1,799 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.
0.78 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1960
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.
6
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$80K
$56K low$103K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$306 (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.$10,720 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$9,560
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$107,100

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.
30
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.
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 Residence
CountyDallas
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.78
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
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Mixed
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Patio · 750 ft²Porch · 30 ft²

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

E
Valley Grande Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 2.8 mi
M
William R Martin Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 2.9 mi
H
Dallas County High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 14.5 mi

District: Dallas County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 36703These 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.129
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.68
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.33

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.5.7%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.36%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.10,351
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.72 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$35,288
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$47,822
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.58%

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How this home compares

5434 Merrifield 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 71% of homes in Selma 36703
  • Costs more per square foot than 67% of homes in Selma 36703
  • Bigger than 68% of homes in Selma 36703

What homes are worth in Selma 36703

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

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$13K$296K

This home is worth more than 71% of homes in Selma 36703.

How it measures up in Selma 36703

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Selma 36703.

Estimated value$79,833
CheaperTypical $37,940Pricier

Pricier than 71% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$44
CheaperTypical $29Pricier

Pricier than 67% of homes nearby

Living area1,799 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,451 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 68% of homes nearby

Lot size0.78 ac
SmallerTypical 0.35 acBigger

Bigger than 63% of homes nearby

Year built1960
OlderTypical 1968Newer

Newer than 44% of homes nearby

How 5434 Merrifield Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSelma 36703Dallas County
Estimated valuepricier than$79,83371% of homes57% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$4467% of homes51% of homes
Living areabigger than1,799 ft²68% of homes60% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.78 ac63% of homes57% of homes
Year builtnewer than196044% of homes37% of homes

About 5434 Merrifield Dr

How much is 5434 Merrifield Dr, Valley Grande, AL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5434 Merrifield Dr, Valley Grande, AL is $79,833 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $56,452 to $103,214. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5434 Merrifield Dr, Valley Grande, AL last sell?

5434 Merrifield Dr, Valley Grande, AL last sold on Jun 17, 2009, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5434 Merrifield Dr, Valley Grande, AL?

5434 Merrifield Dr, Valley Grande, AL has 1 bathrooms, 1,799 square feet of living space and a 0.78-acre lot.

When was 5434 Merrifield Dr, Valley Grande, AL built?

5434 Merrifield Dr, Valley Grande, AL was built in 1960, making it 66 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5434 Merrifield Dr, Valley Grande, AL?

5434 Merrifield Dr, Valley Grande, AL is assigned to Valley Grande Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; William R Martin Middle School (middle), rated C-; Dallas County High School (high), rated D-. All sit in Dallas County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5434 Merrifield Dr, Valley Grande, AL compare to other homes in Selma 36703?

Among the 4,000 homes in Selma 36703, it is worth more than 71% of them ($79,833 against a typical $37,940), its price per square foot is higher than 67% of them ($44 against a typical $29), it is bigger than 68% of them (1,799 ft² against a typical 1,451 ft²), its lot is bigger than 63% of them (0.78 ac against a typical 0.35 ac) and it is newer than 44% of them (1960 against a typical 1968). Measured against all of Dallas County, it is worth more than 57% 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 5434 Merrifield Dr, Valley Grande, AL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5434 Merrifield Dr, Valley Grande, AL was $306. The county assessed it at $10,720.

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