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$70,000$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 86How 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 $88,300 on Sep 21, 2021

8491 SIMS RD

EIGHT MILE, AL 36613
3
Beds
2
Baths
3,000 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.
2.99 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1989
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$70K
$60K low$80K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$88,300 · Sep 21, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,740 (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.$35,880 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$6,020
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$29,860
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$36,920
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$179,400

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.60
39
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
48
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
97
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
62
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
54
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.1 percent flood zone

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.2.99
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
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
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.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 · 304 ft²

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

H
Mary G. Montgomery High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.9 mi
M
Semmes Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.3 mi
E
Indian Springs Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 5.8 mi

District: Mobile County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 36613These 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.75
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.86
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.31

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.91%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.13%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.10%
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.13,893
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.265 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$60,863
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$75,132
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.67°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.66 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

8491 Sims 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 less than 87% of homes in Lott Road
  • Among the lowest price per square foot in Lott Road
  • Bigger than 97% of homes in Lott Road
  • Has a bigger lot than 91% of homes in Mobile County

What homes are worth in Eight Mile 36613

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

This home
$24K$304K

This home is worth more than 18% of homes in Eight Mile 36613.

How it measures up in Eight Mile 36613

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Eight Mile 36613.

Estimated value$70,000
CheaperTypical $134,643Pricier

Pricier than 18% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$23
CheaperTypical $84Pricier

Pricier than 2% of homes nearby

Living area3,000 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,505 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 97% of homes nearby

Lot size2.99 ac
SmallerTypical 1 acBigger

Bigger than 85% of homes nearby

Year built1989
OlderTypical 1989Newer

Newer than 55% of homes nearby

How 8491 Sims Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLott RoadEight Mile 36613Mobile County
Estimated valuepricier than$70,00013% of homes18% of homes16% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$23almost no homes2% of homes2% of homes
Living areabigger than3,000 ft²97% of homes97% of homes93% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2.99 ac77% of homes85% of homes91% of homes
Year builtnewer than198952% of homes55% of homes53% of homes

About 8491 Sims Rd

How much is 8491 Sims Rd, Eight Mile, AL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8491 Sims Rd, Eight Mile, AL is $70,000 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $60,342 to $79,658. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8491 Sims Rd, Eight Mile, AL last sell?

8491 Sims Rd, Eight Mile, AL last sold on Sep 21, 2021 for $88,300, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 8491 Sims Rd, Eight Mile, AL?

8491 Sims Rd, Eight Mile, AL has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 3,000 square feet of living space and a 2.99-acre lot.

When was 8491 Sims Rd, Eight Mile, AL built?

8491 Sims Rd, Eight Mile, AL was built in 1989, making it 37 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 8491 Sims Rd, Eight Mile, AL?

8491 Sims Rd, Eight Mile, AL is assigned to Mary G. Montgomery High School (high), rated C-; Semmes Middle School (middle), rated C+; Indian Springs Elementary School (elementary), rated C. All sit in Mobile County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8491 Sims Rd, Eight Mile, AL compare to other homes in Eight Mile 36613?

Among the 4,325 homes in Eight Mile 36613, it is worth more than 18% of them ($70,000 against a typical $134,643), its price per square foot is higher than 2% of them ($23 against a typical $84), it is bigger than 97% of them (3,000 ft² against a typical 1,505 ft²), its lot is bigger than 85% of them (2.99 ac against a typical 1 ac) and it is newer than 55% of them (1989 against a typical 1989). 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 8491 Sims Rd, Eight Mile, AL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8491 Sims Rd, Eight Mile, AL was $1,740. The county assessed it at $35,880.

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