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$34,137$33 / 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 62How 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 $1,206 on Jul 18, 2013

970 LAKE ST

MONTGOMERY, AL 36104
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,048 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.
0.14 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.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$34K
$21K low$47K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$1,206 · Jul 18, 2013

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$252 (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.$5,080 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,100
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$3,980
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$25,400

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.37
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.
75
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.0.14
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Shingle
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 · 90 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
Highland Avenue Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.8 mi
H
Robert E. Lee High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.5 mi
M
Capitol Heights Middle SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.6 mi

District: Montgomery County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 36104These 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.163
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.70
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.28

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.74%
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.28%
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.9,069
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.682 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$42,871
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$61,675
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

970 Lake 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 less than 92% of homes in Montgomery County
  • Costs less per square foot than 90% of homes in Montgomery County
  • Smaller than 90% of homes in Montgomery County
  • Has a smaller lot than 84% of homes in Montgomery County
  • Older than 91% of homes in Montgomery County

What homes are worth in Montgomery 36104

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

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$10K$384K

This home is worth more than 37% of homes in Montgomery 36104.

How it measures up in Montgomery 36104

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Montgomery 36104.

Estimated value$34,137
CheaperTypical $45,152Pricier

Pricier than 37% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$33
CheaperTypical $32Pricier

Pricier than 51% of homes nearby

Living area1,048 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,440 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 23% of homes nearby

Lot size0.14 ac
SmallerTypical 0.16 acBigger

Bigger than 43% of homes nearby

Year built1940
OlderTypical 1930Newer

Newer than 72% of homes nearby

How 970 Lake St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCentennial HillMontgomery 36104Montgomery County
Estimated valuepricier than$34,13760% of homes37% of homes8% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$3372% of homes51% of homes10% of homes
Living areabigger than1,048 ft²28% of homes23% of homes10% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.14 ac71% of homes43% of homes16% of homes
Year builtnewer than194079% of homes72% of homes9% of homes

About 970 Lake St

How much is 970 Lake St, Montgomery, AL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 970 Lake St, Montgomery, AL is $34,137 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $21,190 to $47,084. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 970 Lake St, Montgomery, AL last sell?

970 Lake St, Montgomery, AL last sold on Jul 18, 2013 for $1,206, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 970 Lake St, Montgomery, AL?

970 Lake St, Montgomery, AL has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,048 square feet of living space and a 0.14-acre lot.

When was 970 Lake St, Montgomery, AL built?

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

What schools serve 970 Lake St, Montgomery, AL?

970 Lake St, Montgomery, AL is assigned to Highland Avenue Elementary School (elementary), rated D+; Robert E. Lee High School (high), rated D-; Capitol Heights 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 970 Lake St, Montgomery, AL compare to other homes in Montgomery 36104?

Among the 2,547 homes in Montgomery 36104, it is worth more than 37% of them ($34,137 against a typical $45,152), its price per square foot is higher than 51% of them ($33 against a typical $32), it is bigger than 23% of them (1,048 ft² against a typical 1,440 ft²), its lot is bigger than 43% of them (0.14 ac against a typical 0.16 ac) and it is newer than 72% of them (1940 against a typical 1930). Measured against all of Montgomery County, it is worth more than 8% 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 970 Lake St, Montgomery, AL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 970 Lake St, Montgomery, AL was $252. The county assessed it at $5,080.

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