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$177,094$139 / 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 92How 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 $106,300 on Mar 9, 2016

8950 HOWELLS FERRY RD

SEMMES, AL 36575
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,270 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.
1.2 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1980
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
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

$177K
$162K low$192K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$106,300 · Mar 9, 2016

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$441 (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.$11,530 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$2,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$9,030
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$9,780
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$115,300

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.50
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
42
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.
60
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.
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
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1990
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.20
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
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 · 414 ft²

Transaction History(6)

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
Allentown Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 2.3 mi
H
Mary G. Montgomery High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.9 mi
M
Semmes Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 4.6 mi

District: Mobile County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 36575These 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.67
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 100.27

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.94%
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.11%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.21,878
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.494 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$74,611
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$94,550
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%

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How this home compares

8950 Howells Ferry 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 96% of homes in Blackstone
  • Costs more per square foot than 72% of homes in Mobile County
  • Smaller than 98% of homes in Blackstone
  • Has a bigger lot than 89% of homes in Blackstone
  • Older than 96% of homes in Blackstone

What homes are worth in Semmes 36575

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

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$82K$474K

This home is worth more than 26% of homes in Semmes 36575.

How it measures up in Semmes 36575

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Semmes 36575.

Estimated value$177,094
CheaperTypical $224,497Pricier

Pricier than 26% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$139
CheaperTypical $127Pricier

Pricier than 70% of homes nearby

Living area1,270 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,716 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 13% of homes nearby

Lot size1.2 ac
SmallerTypical 0.9 acBigger

Bigger than 74% of homes nearby

Year built1980
OlderTypical 1998Newer

Newer than 21% of homes nearby

How 8950 Howells Ferry Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBlackstoneSemmes 36575Mobile County
Estimated valuepricier than$177,0944% of homes26% of homes49% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$13957% of homes70% of homes72% of homes
Living areabigger than1,270 ft²2% of homes13% of homes28% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.2 ac89% of homes74% of homes84% of homes
Year builtnewer than19804% of homes21% of homes26% of homes

About 8950 Howells Ferry Rd

How much is 8950 Howells Ferry Rd, Semmes, AL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8950 Howells Ferry Rd, Semmes, AL is $177,094 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $162,062 to $192,126. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8950 Howells Ferry Rd, Semmes, AL last sell?

8950 Howells Ferry Rd, Semmes, AL last sold on Mar 9, 2016 for $106,300, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 8950 Howells Ferry Rd, Semmes, AL?

8950 Howells Ferry Rd, Semmes, AL has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,270 square feet of living space and a 1.20-acre lot.

When was 8950 Howells Ferry Rd, Semmes, AL built?

8950 Howells Ferry Rd, Semmes, AL was built in 1980, making it 46 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 8950 Howells Ferry Rd, Semmes, AL?

8950 Howells Ferry Rd, Semmes, AL is assigned to Allentown Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Mary G. Montgomery High School (high), rated C-; Semmes Middle School (middle), rated C+. All sit in Mobile County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8950 Howells Ferry Rd, Semmes, AL compare to other homes in Semmes 36575?

Among the 7,427 homes in Semmes 36575, it is worth more than 26% of them ($177,094 against a typical $224,497), its price per square foot is higher than 70% of them ($139 against a typical $127), it is bigger than 13% of them (1,270 ft² against a typical 1,716 ft²), its lot is bigger than 74% of them (1.2 ac against a typical 0.9 ac) and it is newer than 21% of them (1980 against a typical 1998). Measured against all of Mobile County, it is worth more than 49% 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 8950 Howells Ferry Rd, Semmes, AL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8950 Howells Ferry Rd, Semmes, AL was $441. The county assessed it at $11,530.

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