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$153,266$86 / 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 76How 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

686 COUNTY ROAD 36

GERALDINE, AL 35974
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.
1 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1963
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$153K
$117K low$189K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$348 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$9,320 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$760
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$8,560
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$9,320
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$93,000

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
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
31
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
88
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.
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.1.00
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Concrete
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
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.Porch · 48 ft²

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

E
Geraldine High SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–12 · 0.5 mi

District: Dekalb County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 35974These 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.143
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.95
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.91

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.90%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.9.3%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.17%
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.1,233
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.94 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$51,891
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$62,753
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.59°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.56 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

686 County Road 36 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 67% of homes in DeKalb County
  • Costs less per square foot than 82% of homes in DeKalb County
  • Bigger than 73% of homes in DeKalb County
  • Older than 76% of homes in DeKalb County

What homes are worth in Geraldine 35974

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

This home
$52K$518K

This home is worth more than 36% of homes in Geraldine 35974.

How it measures up in Geraldine 35974

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Geraldine 35974.

Estimated value$153,266
CheaperTypical $190,991Pricier

Pricier than 36% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$86
CheaperTypical $117Pricier

Pricier than 24% of homes nearby

Living area1,780 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,552 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 64% of homes nearby

Lot size1 ac
SmallerTypical 1.7 acBigger

Bigger than 39% of homes nearby

Year built1963
OlderTypical 1980Newer

Newer than 28% of homes nearby

How 686 County Road 36 ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGeraldine 35974DeKalb County
Estimated valuepricier than$153,26636% of homes33% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$8624% of homes18% of homes
Living areabigger than1,780 ft²64% of homes73% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1 ac39% of homes40% of homes
Year builtnewer than196328% of homes24% of homes

About 686 County Road 36

How much is 686 County Road 36, Geraldine, AL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 686 County Road 36, Geraldine, AL is $153,266 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $117,103 to $189,429. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 686 County Road 36, Geraldine, AL last sell?

686 County Road 36, Geraldine, AL last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 686 County Road 36, Geraldine, AL?

686 County Road 36, Geraldine, AL has 1 bathrooms, 1,780 square feet of living space and a 1.00-acre lot.

When was 686 County Road 36, Geraldine, AL built?

686 County Road 36, Geraldine, AL was built in 1963, making it 63 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 686 County Road 36, Geraldine, AL?

686 County Road 36, Geraldine, AL is assigned to Geraldine 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 686 County Road 36, Geraldine, AL compare to other homes in Geraldine 35974?

Among the 640 homes in Geraldine 35974, it is worth more than 36% of them ($153,266 against a typical $190,991), its price per square foot is higher than 24% of them ($86 against a typical $117), it is bigger than 64% of them (1,780 ft² against a typical 1,552 ft²), its lot is bigger than 39% of them (1 ac against a typical 1.7 ac) and it is newer than 28% of them (1963 against a typical 1980). Measured against all of DeKalb County, it is worth more than 33% 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 686 County Road 36, Geraldine, AL?

The 2026 property tax bill for 686 County Road 36, Geraldine, AL was $348. The county assessed it at $9,320.

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