Shelby County property record for 490 River Crest Dr N, Helena, AL 35080
| Property Type | Single Family Home |
|---|---|
| Details | 2 ba · 1,877 sqft · built 2011 |
| Lot Size | 0.205 acres (8,930 sqft) |
| Owner | Individual Name on File |
| Last Sale | $255,000 (Aug 2020) |
| Tax Bill | $1,599 (2025) |
| Deeds & Mortgages | Aug 2020 Sale & Mortgage |
| Flood Zone | Zone X (minimal risk) |
| APN | 139301003040000 |
| Primary APN | 139301003040000 |
|---|
| Full Baths | 2 Baths |
|---|---|
| Stories | 1 Story |
| Building Area | 1,877 sqft Heated Area |
| 1st Floor Area | 1,877 sqft |
| Flooring | Hardwood |
| Interior Walls | Wallboard/Drywall |
| Fireplaces | 1 Fireplace |
| Fireplace | Fireplace |
| Year Built | Built 2011 |
|---|---|
| Effective Year Built | Effective 2011 |
| Exterior Material | Brick |
| Construction Type | Wood |
| Roof Type | Gable/Hip |
| Roof Material | Asphalt |
| Lot Area | 8,930 sqft (0.205 acres) |
| Lot Dimensions | 126 ft deep x 60 ft wide |
| Garage Type | Attached |
| Garage Area | 462 sqft |
| Parking Spaces | 2 Parking Spaces |
| Porch | Slab |
| Cooling System | HVAC |
|---|---|
| Heating System | Forced Air with A/C |
| Street Address | 490 RIVER CREST DR N |
|---|---|
| City | HELENA |
| State | AL |
| Zip | 35080-8029 |
| Property Category | Residential |
| Property Type | Residential > Single Family > Home |
| Legal Description | SEC/TWNSHP/RAN 30 20S 03W NBRHD: 06 OLD CAHABA 5 R-2 |
| Legal Range | 03W |
| Legal Township | 20S |
| Legal Section | 30 |
| Legal Subdivision | OLD CAHABA V 6TH ADDITION |
| Legal Lot Number | 2032 |
| Jurisdiction | SHELBY AL |
| Township / Civil Division | ALABASTER-HELENA |
| Census Block Group | 3 |
| Census Block | 3009 |
| Census Tract | 30336 |
490 River Crest Dr N is owned and occupied by an individual who bought it in August 2020.
Source: Shelby County records, as of April 21, 2026
| Owner of Record | Individual Name on File |
|---|---|
| Mailing Address | 490 RIVER CREST DR N, HELENA, AL 35080-8029 |
| Occupancy | Owner Occupied |
| Owner Type | Individual |
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| Deed Names | Name on Deed |
|---|---|
| Last Sale | Aug 13, 2020 · Amount on File |
| Deed Sale | Aug 13, 2020 · Amount on File |
| Prior Sale | Apr 28, 2010 · Amount on File |
| Deed Document Number | 2020348640 |
| Record Updated | Jun 8, 2026 |
| Document Type | Warranty Deed |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | SHELBY AL |
| Recording Date | Aug 13, 2020 |
| Property Address | 490 RIVER CREST DR N, HELENA, AL 35080-8029 |
| Document Number | 0000348640 |
| Map Reference | MB 37 PG 62 |
| Instrument Date | Aug 12, 2020 |
| Instrument | 20200813000348640 |
| Transaction Type | Transfer |
| Record Updated | Jun 1, 2021 |
| Amount | Amount on Record |
|---|---|
| Downpayment | Downpayment on Record |
| Loan-to-Value (LTV) | LTV on Record |
| Tax | $0.00 |
| Amount Accuracy | Full Amount Stated |
| Additional |
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| Name | Verified Name |
|---|---|
| Address | 490 RIVER CREST DR N, 490, HELENA, AL 35080-8029 |
| Name | Verified Name |
|---|---|
| Address | 581 OLDE TOWNE LN, ALABASTER, AL 35007-9077 |
| Document Number | 0000348650 |
|---|---|
| Date | Aug 13, 2020 |
| Instrument | 20200813000348650 |
| Name | LEGACY COMMUNITY FCU |
|---|---|
| Type | Credit Union |
| Type | Conventional Mortgage |
|---|---|
| Amount | Amount on Record |
| Term | 181 Months |
| Due | Sep 1, 2035 |
The 2025 property tax bill for 490 River Crest Dr N was $1,599 with exemptions applied.
Source: Shelby County assessment roll, as of April 21, 2026
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| State | Alabama |
| County | Shelby County |
| Municipality | Helena City |
| Unified School District | Shelby County School District (PK - 12) |
| Year | Tax Bill | Assessed Value | Assessed Market Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,599.00 | $32,640 | $326,300 Land $75,000 Building $251,300 |
| 2023 | $1,431.00 Homeowner's exemption | $30,060 | $300,600 Land $75,000 Building $225,600 |
Assessed value and assessed market value are set for property tax purposes, not market price estimates; both are a fraction of this property's market value.
FEMA maps place 490 River Crest Dr N in Zone X, an area of minimal flood risk, within 500 ft of a high-risk flood zone.
Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer, effective January 23, 2026 · OpenFEMA NFIP redacted claims and policies, as of September 2026
| FEMA Flood Zone | Zone X minimal risk |
|---|---|
| Nearest Special Flood Hazard Area | Zone AE, within 500 ft |
| Flood Insurance Requirement | Not required lenders may require it |
| Nearby Flood Policies | 2 in force |
Values are read at the parcel center point; flood claims are located to the census block group, not this parcel; lenders make the official flood determination.
Wildfire risk around 490 River Crest Dr N is moderate, ranking above 44% of the US, with a 0.07% annual chance of wildfire.
Source: USDA Forest Service Wildfire Risk to Communities (2nd edition), as of 2024
| Wildfire Risk | Moderate above 44% of the US · above 48% of Alabama |
|---|---|
| Wildfire Likelihood | 0.07% annual chance |
| Exposure | Indirect within ember reach |
| Adjoins Burnable Land | Yes |
Values cover an area roughly 900 ft across, not the parcel itself; insurers use their own ratings.
Source: FCC Broadband Data Collection, based on 150 locations within half a mile, as of December 31, 2025
| Provider | Max Down / Up (Mbps) |
|---|---|
| AT&T Fiber | 1,000 / 1,000 |
| Spectrum Cable | 1,000 / 35 |
May also be available: C Spire Wireless, Verizon.
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