Inviting and cozy 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home situated on a large corner lot with five mature pecan trees. The property features a wide front porch and a generous deck, offering plenty of space for relaxing or grilling. Inside, the home includes an eat-in kitchen with granite countertops and a comfortable layout that feels warm and welcoming. A great option for anyone looking for a home with charm, shade, and usable outdoor space.
For sale
$159,900
2231 Exeter Ave, Bessemer, AL 35020
3beds
1,280sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1920
6,969.6 Square Feet Lot
$152,300 Zestimate®
$125/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Large corner lotWide front porchGenerous deckFive mature pecan trees
- 141 days |
- 137 |
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: March 19, 2026 at 06:45pm
Listed by:
Todd Paden 205-283-1526,
Paden Realty & Appraisal,
Jennifer Thomas 205-296-8466,
Paden Realty & Appraisal
Source: GALMLS,MLS#: 21437457
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom, Bathroom, Half Bath (ROOM), Kitchen
Bedroom 1
- Level: First
Bedroom 2
- Level: First
Bedroom 3
- Level: First
Bathroom 1
- Level: First
Bathroom 3
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Features: Stone Counters, Eat-in Kitchen
- Level: First
Living room
- Level: First
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: None, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Main Level, Laundry Room, Laundry (ROOM), Yes
Features
- None, Smooth Ceilings, Tub/Shower Combo
- Flooring: Tile, Vinyl
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Attic: Pull Down Stairs,Yes
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,280 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,280
- Finished area below ground: 0
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Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway, Off Street, On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Porch, Open (DECK), Deck
- Pool features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: None
- Waterfront features: No
Lot
- Size: 6,969.6 Square Feet
- Features: Corner Lot, Few Trees
Details
- Parcel number: 3800101016001.000
- Special conditions: N/A
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Shingle Siding, Vinyl Siding
Condition
- Year built: 1920
Utilities & green energy
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Sewer Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Southside
Location
- Region: Bessemer
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $125/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $63,800
- Annual tax amount: $877
- Price range: $159.9K - $159.9K
- Date on market: 11/22/2025
Estimated market value
$152,300
$145,000 - $160,000
$1,204/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/22/2025 | Listed for sale | $159,900+2945.7%$125/sqft |
Source:  GALMLS #21437457 Report a problem | ||
| 8/20/2020 | Sold | $5,250+250%$4/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 4/16/2015 | Listing removed | $750$1/sqft |
Source: Paden Realty & Appraisals, Inc. Report a problem | ||
| 2/6/2015 | Listed for rent | $750$1/sqft |
Source: Paden Realty & Appraisals, Inc. Report a problem | ||
| 7/20/2000 | Sold | $1,500$1/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $877 | $12,760 |
| 2024 | $877 | $12,760 |
| 2023 | $877 +32.1% | $12,760 +8.5% |
| 2022 | $664 | $11,760 +21.7% |
| 2021 | $664 | $9,660 |
| 2020 | $664 | $9,660 |
| 2019 | $664 +16.4% | $9,660 +16.4% |
| 2018 | $570 | $8,300 |
| 2017 | $570 | $8,300 |
| 2016 | $570 +4.3% | $8,300 +4.3% |
| 2015 | $547 +1.5% | $7,960 +1.5% |
| 2014 | $539 | $7,840 |
| 2013 | $539 | $7,840 |
| 2012 | $539 -1.5% | $7,840 -1.5% |
| 2011 | $547 | $7,960 |
| 2010 | $547 | $7,960 |
| 2009 | $547 -2.2% | $7,960 -2.2% |
| 2008 | $559 +1.5% | $8,140 +1.5% |
| 2007 | $551 +3.1% | $8,020 +3.1% |
| 2006 | $534 +7.5% | $7,780 +7.5% |
| 2005 | $497 +5.2% | $7,240 +5.2% |
| 2004 | $473 +4.2% | $6,880 +4.2% |
| 2003 | $453 +35.2% | $6,600 +18.3% |
| 2002 | $335 | $5,580 |
| 2001 | $335 | $5,580 |
| 2000 | $335 | $5,580 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 35020
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 2/10Charles F Hard Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.6 mi
- 2/10Bessemer City Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 3.4 mi
- 1/10Bessemer City High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Hard, Charles F.
- Middle: Bessemer City
- High: Bessemer City
Source: GALMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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