Skip to content
Skip to content
TopHapOpen in map
Single Family ResidenceResidential
$73,114$23 / 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 61How 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
Last sold for $35,000 on Dec 28, 2023

561 HELVESTON ST

MOBILE, AL 36617
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
3,161 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.
0.21 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1986
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
9
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$73K
$45K low$101K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$35,000 · Dec 28, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,424 (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.$22,260 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$21,060
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$22,260
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$111,300

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.44
10
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
33
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.
66
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.2 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
CountyMOBILE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.21
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
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.Deck · 128 ft²Porch · 120 ft²

Transaction History(3)

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
Washington Middle SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.4 mi
E
Ariel W. Holloway Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.6 mi
H
John L. LeFlore Magnet High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.6 mi

District: Mobile County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 36617These 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.142
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.91
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.29

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.84%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.11%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.27%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.7%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.11,786
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,494 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$42,707
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$56,293
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.67°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.67 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.58%

Owner Tools

Do you own this home?
Claim this home

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

561 Helveston St 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 less than 84% of homes in Mobile County
  • Costs less per square foot than 98% of homes in Carver
  • Among the largest homes in Carver
  • Has a smaller lot than 82% of homes in Mobile County

What homes are worth in Mobile 36617

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

This home
$17K$183K

This home is worth more than 63% of homes in Mobile 36617.

How it measures up in Mobile 36617

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Mobile 36617.

Estimated value$73,114
CheaperTypical $60,079Pricier

Pricier than 63% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$23
CheaperTypical $48Pricier

Pricier than 9% of homes nearby

Living area3,161 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,270 ft²Bigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Lot size0.21 ac
SmallerTypical 0.2 acBigger

Bigger than 53% of homes nearby

Year built1986
OlderTypical 1986Newer

Newer than 52% of homes nearby

How 561 Helveston St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCarverMobile 36617Mobile County
Estimated valuepricier than$73,11453% of homes63% of homes16% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$232% of homes9% of homes2% of homes
Living areabigger than3,161 ft²almost all homesalmost all homes95% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.21 ac38% of homes53% of homes18% of homes
Year builtnewer than198636% of homes52% of homes41% of homes

About 561 Helveston St

How much is 561 Helveston St, Mobile, AL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 561 Helveston St, Mobile, AL is $73,114 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $44,751 to $101,477. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 561 Helveston St, Mobile, AL last sell?

561 Helveston St, Mobile, AL last sold on Dec 28, 2023 for $35,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 561 Helveston St, Mobile, AL?

561 Helveston St, Mobile, AL has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 3,161 square feet of living space and a 0.21-acre lot.

When was 561 Helveston St, Mobile, AL built?

561 Helveston St, Mobile, AL was built in 1986, making it 40 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 561 Helveston St, Mobile, AL?

561 Helveston St, Mobile, AL is assigned to Washington Middle School (middle), rated D-; Ariel W. Holloway Elementary School (elementary), rated D+; John L. LeFlore Magnet High School (high), rated F. All sit in Mobile County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 561 Helveston St, Mobile, AL compare to other homes in Mobile 36617?

Among the 5,056 homes in Mobile 36617, it is worth more than 63% of them ($73,114 against a typical $60,079), its price per square foot is higher than 9% of them ($23 against a typical $48), it is bigger than almost all of them (3,161 ft² against a typical 1,270 ft²), its lot is bigger than 53% of them (0.21 ac against a typical 0.2 ac) and it is newer than 52% of them (1986 against a typical 1986). Measured against all of Mobile County, it is worth more than 16% 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 561 Helveston St, Mobile, AL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 561 Helveston St, Mobile, AL was $1,424. The county assessed it at $22,260.

More homes on Helveston St

Closest homes

More homes in Mobile 36617

Assigned schools

Explore the area

See this home in context

Open 561 Helveston St on TopHap’s interactive map to compare it against every sale nearby, overlay school zones and flood risk, and run a CMA.

Open in map
A flyover of TopHap's photorealistic 3D map, with recorded sale prices pinned to homes
Search any address, city, zip, or county…3D$1.9M$6.25MOpen in map