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$348,000$118 / 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 80How 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 $46,500 on Oct 5, 2026

986 MERKL LN

LINCOLN, AL 35096
3.5
Baths
2,956 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 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1997
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
Pre-foreclosure (NTS)A foreclosure notice on this home is currently active. Many are worked out before any auction happens.
Auction scheduled for Mar 19, 2026.

Valuation

$348K
$277K low$419K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$46,500 · Oct 5, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,574 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$43,260 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$2,330
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$40,930
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$43,260
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$432,600

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.6 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
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
CountyTALLADEGA
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.00
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(1)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Foreclosure Filings(1)

Neighborhood · ZIP 35096These 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.92
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.88
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.72

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.86%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.15%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.6%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.8,378
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.95 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$72,038
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$92,409
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.61°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

986 Merkl Ln 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 87% of homes in Talladega County
  • Costs less per square foot than 90% of homes in Lincoln 35096
  • Bigger than 98% of homes in Lincoln 35096
  • Has a bigger lot than 77% of homes in Lincoln 35096
  • Newer than 74% of homes in Talladega County

What homes are worth in Lincoln 35096

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

This home
$92K$789K

This home is worth more than 79% of homes in Lincoln 35096.

How it measures up in Lincoln 35096

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Lincoln 35096.

Estimated value$348,000
CheaperTypical $254,045Pricier

Pricier than 79% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$118
CheaperTypical $170Pricier

Pricier than 10% of homes nearby

Living area2,956 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,479 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 98% of homes nearby

Lot size2 ac
SmallerTypical 0.96 acBigger

Bigger than 77% of homes nearby

Year built1997
OlderTypical 2001Newer

Newer than 44% of homes nearby

How 986 Merkl Ln ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLincoln 35096Talladega County
Estimated valuepricier than$348,00079% of homes87% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$11810% of homes54% of homes
Living areabigger than2,956 ft²98% of homes98% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2 ac77% of homes77% of homes
Year builtnewer than199744% of homes74% of homes

About 986 Merkl Ln

How much is 986 Merkl Ln, Lincoln, AL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 986 Merkl Ln, Lincoln, AL is $348,000 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $277,325 to $418,675. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 986 Merkl Ln, Lincoln, AL last sell?

986 Merkl Ln, Lincoln, AL last sold on Oct 5, 2026 for $46,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 986 Merkl Ln, Lincoln, AL?

986 Merkl Ln, Lincoln, AL has 3.5 bathrooms, 2,956 square feet of living space and a 2.00-acre lot.

When was 986 Merkl Ln, Lincoln, AL built?

986 Merkl Ln, Lincoln, AL was built in 1997, making it 29 years old. The building has 1 story.

How does 986 Merkl Ln, Lincoln, AL compare to other homes in Lincoln 35096?

Among the 3,337 homes in Lincoln 35096, it is worth more than 79% of them ($348,000 against a typical $254,045), its price per square foot is higher than 10% of them ($118 against a typical $170), it is bigger than 98% of them (2,956 ft² against a typical 1,479 ft²), its lot is bigger than 77% of them (2 ac against a typical 0.96 ac) and it is newer than 44% of them (1997 against a typical 2001). Measured against all of Talladega County, it is worth more than 87% 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 986 Merkl Ln, Lincoln, AL?

The 2026 property tax bill for 986 Merkl Ln, Lincoln, AL was $1,574. The county assessed it at $43,260.

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