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$13,034$10 / 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 51How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $10,500 on Jun 14, 2023

686 EMERSON ST

MONTGOMERY, AL 36108
1
Baths
1,350 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.
0.15 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1940
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$13K
$7K low$19K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$10,500 · Jun 14, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$143 (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.$2,800 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$2,400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$2,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$14,000

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.36
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
1
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.
71
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.

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.0.15
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.None
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 · 126 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.

E
Nixon Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.4 mi
H
Lanier High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.7 mi
M
Bellingrath Middle SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.1 mi

District: Montgomery County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 36108These 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.135
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.69
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.35

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.80%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.8.1%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.34%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.6%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.16,504
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.210 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$34,068
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$46,530
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%

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How this home compares

686 Emerson 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.

  • Among the least valuable homes in Montgomery County
  • Among the lowest price per square foot in Montgomery 36108
  • Smaller than 71% of homes in Montgomery County
  • Has a smaller lot than 82% of homes in Montgomery County
  • Older than 91% of homes in Montgomery County

What homes are worth in Montgomery 36108

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

This home
$14K$236K

This home is worth less than almost all homes in Montgomery 36108.

How it measures up in Montgomery 36108

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Montgomery 36108.

Estimated value$13,034
CheaperTypical $62,958Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$10
CheaperTypical $47Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Living area1,350 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,252 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 59% of homes nearby

Lot size0.15 ac
SmallerTypical 0.19 acBigger

Bigger than 27% of homes nearby

Year built1940
OlderTypical 1967Newer

Newer than 14% of homes nearby

How 686 Emerson St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRosa ParksMontgomery 36108Montgomery County
Estimated valuepricier than$13,0344% of homesalmost no homesalmost no homes
Price per ft²pricier than$10almost no homesalmost no homesalmost no homes
Living areabigger than1,350 ft²58% of homes59% of homes29% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.15 ac58% of homes27% of homes18% of homes
Year builtnewer than194066% of homes14% of homes9% of homes

About 686 Emerson St

How much is 686 Emerson St, Montgomery, AL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 686 Emerson St, Montgomery, AL is $13,034 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $6,650 to $19,418. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 686 Emerson St, Montgomery, AL last sell?

686 Emerson St, Montgomery, AL last sold on Jun 14, 2023 for $10,500, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 686 Emerson St, Montgomery, AL?

686 Emerson St, Montgomery, AL has 1 bathrooms, 1,350 square feet of living space and a 0.15-acre lot.

When was 686 Emerson St, Montgomery, AL built?

686 Emerson St, Montgomery, AL was built in 1940, making it 86 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 686 Emerson St, Montgomery, AL?

686 Emerson St, Montgomery, AL is assigned to Nixon Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Lanier High School (high), rated F; Bellingrath Middle School (middle), rated D-. All sit in Montgomery County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 686 Emerson St, Montgomery, AL compare to other homes in Montgomery 36108?

Among the 7,129 homes in Montgomery 36108, it is worth more than almost none of them ($13,034 against a typical $62,958), its price per square foot is higher than almost none of them ($10 against a typical $47), it is bigger than 59% of them (1,350 ft² against a typical 1,252 ft²), its lot is bigger than 27% of them (0.15 ac against a typical 0.19 ac) and it is newer than 14% of them (1940 against a typical 1967). Measured against all of Montgomery County, it is worth more than almost no 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 Emerson St, Montgomery, AL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 686 Emerson St, Montgomery, AL was $143. The county assessed it at $2,800.

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