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$260,939$74 / 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 $257,000 on May 13, 2026

938 5TH ST

FLORALA, AL 36442
2
Baths
3,529 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.
0.34 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1900
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$261K
$239K low$282K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$257,000 · May 13, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,085 (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.$62,056 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,280
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$60,776
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$28,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$310,280

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyCOVINGTON
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.2004
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.34
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.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

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.

M
Florala High SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 0.4 mi
E
Ws Harlan Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 1.8 mi

District: Covington County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 36442These 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.146
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.73
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.20

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.5.4%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.21%
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.4,367
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.20 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$47,218
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$61,415
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.65°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.62 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

938 5th 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.

  • Worth more than 83% of homes in Florala 36442
  • Among the largest homes in Florala 36442
  • Has a smaller lot than 82% of homes in Covington County
  • Older than 92% of homes in Covington County

What homes are worth in Florala 36442

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

This home
$29K$452K

This home is worth more than 83% of homes in Florala 36442.

How it measures up in Florala 36442

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Florala 36442.

Estimated value$260,939
CheaperTypical $125,571Pricier

Pricier than 83% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$74
CheaperTypical $86Pricier

Pricier than 41% of homes nearby

Living area3,529 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,400 ft²Bigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Lot size0.34 ac
SmallerTypical 1 acBigger

Bigger than 24% of homes nearby

Year built1900
OlderTypical 1960Newer

Newer than 10% of homes nearby

How 938 5th St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeFlorala 36442Covington County
Estimated valuepricier than$260,93983% of homes81% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$7441% of homes36% of homes
Living areabigger than3,529 ft²almost all homes98% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.34 ac24% of homes18% of homes
Year builtnewer than190010% of homes8% of homes

About 938 5th St

How much is 938 5th St, Florala, AL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 938 5th St, Florala, AL is $260,939 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $239,380 to $282,498. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 938 5th St, Florala, AL last sell?

938 5th St, Florala, AL last sold on May 13, 2026 for $257,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 938 5th St, Florala, AL?

938 5th St, Florala, AL has 2 bathrooms, 3,529 square feet of living space and a 0.34-acre lot.

When was 938 5th St, Florala, AL built?

938 5th St, Florala, AL was built in 1900, making it 126 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 938 5th St, Florala, AL?

938 5th St, Florala, AL is assigned to Florala High School (middle), rated D+; Ws Harlan Elementary School (elementary), rated D+. All sit in Covington County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 938 5th St, Florala, AL compare to other homes in Florala 36442?

Among the 1,575 homes in Florala 36442, it is worth more than 83% of them ($260,939 against a typical $125,571), its price per square foot is higher than 41% of them ($74 against a typical $86), it is bigger than almost all of them (3,529 ft² against a typical 1,400 ft²), its lot is bigger than 24% of them (0.34 ac against a typical 1 ac) and it is newer than 10% of them (1900 against a typical 1960). Measured against all of Covington 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 938 5th St, Florala, AL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 938 5th St, Florala, AL was $1,085. The county assessed it at $62,056.

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