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$315,364$157 / 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 91How 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 $240,000 on Jan 21, 2020

8617 LANTERN WAY

MONTGOMERY, AL 36116
4
Beds
2
Baths
2,004 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.
0.28 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2002
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$315K
$287K low$343K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$240,000 · Jan 21, 2020

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,369 (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.$65,440 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$10,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$55,440
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$65,440
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$327,200

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.41
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
19
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.
76
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
12
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.0.28
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.Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
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.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 · 250 ft²Patio · 250 ft²Porch · 312 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.

H
Park Crossing High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.7 mi
E
Wilson Elementary SchoolD-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 2.4 mi
M
Carr Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.6 mi

District: Montgomery County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 36116These 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.101
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.72
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.91%
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.23%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.43,417
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.785 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$58,589
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$74,465
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

8617 Lantern Way 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 more than 84% of homes in Montgomery 36116
  • Costs more per square foot than 90% of homes in Montgomery 36116
  • Bigger than 74% of homes in Montgomery 36116
  • Newer than 84% of homes in Montgomery County

What homes are worth in Montgomery 36116

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

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$42K$570K

This home is worth more than 84% of homes in Montgomery 36116.

How it measures up in Montgomery 36116

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Montgomery 36116.

Estimated value$315,364
CheaperTypical $142,067Pricier

Pricier than 84% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$157
CheaperTypical $86Pricier

Pricier than 90% of homes nearby

Living area2,004 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,648 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 74% of homes nearby

Lot size0.28 ac
SmallerTypical 0.25 acBigger

Bigger than 61% of homes nearby

Year built2002
OlderTypical 1980Newer

Newer than 81% of homes nearby

How 8617 Lantern Way ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMontgomery 36116Montgomery County
Estimated valuepricier than$315,36484% of homes81% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$15790% of homes87% of homes
Living areabigger than2,004 ft²74% of homes68% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.28 ac61% of homes58% of homes
Year builtnewer than200281% of homes84% of homes

About 8617 Lantern Way

How much is 8617 Lantern Way, Montgomery, AL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8617 Lantern Way, Montgomery, AL is $315,364 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $287,361 to $343,367. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8617 Lantern Way, Montgomery, AL last sell?

8617 Lantern Way, Montgomery, AL last sold on Jan 21, 2020 for $240,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 8617 Lantern Way, Montgomery, AL?

8617 Lantern Way, Montgomery, AL has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,004 square feet of living space and a 0.28-acre lot.

When was 8617 Lantern Way, Montgomery, AL built?

8617 Lantern Way, Montgomery, AL was built in 2002, making it 24 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 8617 Lantern Way, Montgomery, AL?

8617 Lantern Way, Montgomery, AL is assigned to Park Crossing High School (high), rated C-; Wilson Elementary School (elementary), rated D-; Carr Middle School (middle), rated C-. All sit in Montgomery County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8617 Lantern Way, Montgomery, AL compare to other homes in Montgomery 36116?

Among the 12,261 homes in Montgomery 36116, it is worth more than 84% of them ($315,364 against a typical $142,067), its price per square foot is higher than 90% of them ($157 against a typical $86), it is bigger than 74% of them (2,004 ft² against a typical 1,648 ft²), its lot is bigger than 61% of them (0.28 ac against a typical 0.25 ac) and it is newer than 81% of them (2002 against a typical 1980). Measured against all of Montgomery County, it is worth more than 81% 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 8617 Lantern Way, Montgomery, AL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8617 Lantern Way, Montgomery, AL was $1,369. The county assessed it at $65,440.

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