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$348,707$196 / 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 89How 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 $190,000 on Dec 19, 2018

5515 E RIVER RD

MENTONE, AL 35984
1
Baths
1,780 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.
0.6 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1920
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$349K
$309K low$389K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$190,000 · Dec 19, 2018
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.$348,707
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$278,966

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$453 (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.$13,760 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$360
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$13,400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$12,860
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$172,700

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.54
42
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
28
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
82
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
96
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
23
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.8 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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
CountyDeKalb
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.60
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Block (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Gravity
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 192 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.

E
Valley Head High SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades KG–12 · 2.4 mi

District: Dekalb County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 35984These 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.148
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.98
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.125

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.72%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.9.8%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.13%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.2,458
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.36 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$44,887
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$67,519
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.58°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.60 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.58%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
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

5515 E River Rd 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 86% of homes in DeKalb County
  • Costs more per square foot than 84% of homes in DeKalb County
  • Bigger than 78% of homes in Mentone 35984
  • Has a smaller lot than 87% of homes in DeKalb County
  • Older than 97% of homes in DeKalb County

What homes are worth in Mentone 35984

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

This home
$97K$896K

This home is worth more than 65% of homes in Mentone 35984.

How it measures up in Mentone 35984

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Mentone 35984.

Estimated value$348,707
CheaperTypical $267,780Pricier

Pricier than 65% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$196
CheaperTypical $223Pricier

Pricier than 40% of homes nearby

Living area1,780 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,280 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 78% of homes nearby

Lot size0.6 ac
SmallerTypical 1.9 acBigger

Bigger than 14% of homes nearby

Year built1920
OlderTypical 1994Newer

Newer than 5% of homes nearby

How 5515 E River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMentone 35984DeKalb County
Estimated valuepricier than$348,70765% of homes86% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$19640% of homes84% of homes
Living areabigger than1,780 ft²78% of homes73% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.6 ac14% of homes13% of homes
Year builtnewer than19205% of homes3% of homes

About 5515 E River Rd

How much is 5515 E River Rd, Mentone, AL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5515 E River Rd, Mentone, AL is $348,707 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $308,827 to $388,587. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5515 E River Rd, Mentone, AL last sell?

5515 E River Rd, Mentone, AL last sold on Dec 19, 2018 for $190,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5515 E River Rd, Mentone, AL?

5515 E River Rd, Mentone, AL has 1 bathrooms, 1,780 square feet of living space and a 0.60-acre lot.

When was 5515 E River Rd, Mentone, AL built?

5515 E River Rd, Mentone, AL was built in 1920, making it 106 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 5515 E River Rd, Mentone, AL?

5515 E River Rd, Mentone, AL is assigned to Valley Head High School (elementary), rated C-. All sit in Dekalb County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5515 E River Rd, Mentone, AL compare to other homes in Mentone 35984?

Among the 1,583 homes in Mentone 35984, it is worth more than 65% of them ($348,707 against a typical $267,780), its price per square foot is higher than 40% of them ($196 against a typical $223), it is bigger than 78% of them (1,780 ft² against a typical 1,280 ft²), its lot is bigger than 14% of them (0.6 ac against a typical 1.9 ac) and it is newer than 5% of them (1920 against a typical 1994). Measured against all of DeKalb County, it is worth more than 86% 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 5515 E River Rd, Mentone, AL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5515 E River Rd, Mentone, AL was $453. The county assessed it at $13,760.

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