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$165,930$117 / 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 Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $238,408 on Aug 4, 2009

553 FOREST RIDGE CT

MONTGOMERY, AL 36109
2
Baths
1,419 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.
4,019 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1991
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$166K
$158K low$174K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$238,408 · Aug 4, 2009
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.$46,022
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$36,818
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.73%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$116,353
ACRE MORTGAGE & FINANCIAL · recorded Aug 4, 2009
2nd MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$3,555
ACRE MORTGAGE & FINANCIAL

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$714 (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.$15,350 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$2,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$12,850
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$15,350
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$153,500

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.47
46
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
8
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.
74
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.11 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%

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.0.09
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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Patio · 130 ft²Porch · 142 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
Dalraida Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.2 mi
M
Goodwyn Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.5 mi
H
Robert E. Lee High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.9 mi

District: Montgomery County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 36109These 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.102
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.74
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.28

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.19%
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.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.24,055
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,123 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$63,887
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$79,244
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.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

553 Forest Ridge Ct 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.

  • Costs more per square foot than 85% of homes in Montgomery 36109
  • Smaller than 69% of homes in Montgomery 36109
  • Has a smaller lot than 97% of homes in Montgomery 36109
  • Newer than 93% of homes in Montgomery 36109

What homes are worth in Montgomery 36109

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

This home
$64K$366K

This home is worth more than 58% of homes in Montgomery 36109.

How it measures up in Montgomery 36109

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Montgomery 36109.

Estimated value$165,930
CheaperTypical $153,155Pricier

Pricier than 58% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$117
CheaperTypical $94Pricier

Pricier than 85% of homes nearby

Living area1,419 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,627 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 31% of homes nearby

Lot size4,019 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.28 acBigger

Bigger than 3% of homes nearby

Year built1991
OlderTypical 1967Newer

Newer than 93% of homes nearby

How 553 Forest Ridge Ct ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMontgomery 36109Montgomery County
Estimated valuepricier than$165,93058% of homes53% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$11785% of homes65% of homes
Living areabigger than1,419 ft²31% of homes33% of homes
Lot sizebigger than4,019 ft²3% of homes7% of homes
Year builtnewer than199193% of homes70% of homes

About 553 Forest Ridge Ct

How much is 553 Forest Ridge Ct, Montgomery, AL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 553 Forest Ridge Ct, Montgomery, AL is $165,930 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $158,075 to $173,785. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 553 Forest Ridge Ct, Montgomery, AL last sell?

553 Forest Ridge Ct, Montgomery, AL last sold on Aug 4, 2009 for $238,408, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 553 Forest Ridge Ct, Montgomery, AL?

553 Forest Ridge Ct, Montgomery, AL has 2 bathrooms, 1,419 square feet of living space and a 0.09-acre lot.

When was 553 Forest Ridge Ct, Montgomery, AL built?

553 Forest Ridge Ct, Montgomery, AL was built in 1991, making it 35 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 553 Forest Ridge Ct, Montgomery, AL?

553 Forest Ridge Ct, Montgomery, AL is assigned to Dalraida Elementary School (elementary), rated C; 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 553 Forest Ridge Ct, Montgomery, AL compare to other homes in Montgomery 36109?

Among the 9,849 homes in Montgomery 36109, it is worth more than 58% of them ($165,930 against a typical $153,155), its price per square foot is higher than 85% of them ($117 against a typical $94), it is bigger than 31% of them (1,419 ft² against a typical 1,627 ft²), its lot is bigger than 3% of them (4,019 ft² against a typical 0.28 ac) and it is newer than 93% of them (1991 against a typical 1967). Measured against all of Montgomery County, it is worth more than 53% 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 553 Forest Ridge Ct, Montgomery, AL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 553 Forest Ridge Ct, Montgomery, AL was $714. The county assessed it at $15,350.

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