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Sold for $380,000
  • $380,000

    551 Drake Ave, Bessemer, AL 35020

    4beds
    5,600sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1987
    3 Acres Lot
    $407,800 Zestimate®
    $68/sqft
    $2,161 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $407,800

    $375,000 - $440,000

    $2,161/mo

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    What's special

    If you are looking for a Country Style Home with city conveniences this one is for you. It has 3 beautiful acres of pasture land that would be great for horses or any kind of animal you choose. This home has been very well maintained and immaculately kept through out. It has the covered front porch that is 80 ft long and a covered deck on the back. There is a large great room w/fireplace and a separate dining room off the front foyer as you enter into this home. The country style kitchen is very big w/an island and all appliances remaining. It also has a large eating area with a triple bay window. The master bedroom has a rock fireplace with gas logs and a big master bath w/separate tub & shower & a walk in closet for plenty of storage. There are 2 other large bedrooms and a full bath off of hall. The laundry room is more like a mud room off of kitchen that goes out to back deck. The upstairs is one big room that can be used in many ways. The bsmt has a bedroom, den and bath finished.

    Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago

    Listing updated: December 27, 2023 at 04:51pm

    Listed by:

    Charlene Lockhart CELL:(205)283-9245,

    RealtySouth-I459 Southwest

    Bought with:

    Debbie Burks

    Keller Williams Realty Hoover

    Source: GALMLS,MLS#: 21365774MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 4
    • Bathrooms: 3
    • Full bathrooms: 3
    Primary bedroom
    • Level: First
    Bedroom 1
    • Level: First
    Bedroom 2
    • Level: First
    Bedroom 3
    • Level: Basement
    Primary bathroom
    • Level: First
    Bathroom 1
    • Level: First
    Dining room
    • Level: First
    Family room
    • Level: Second
    Kitchen
    • Features: Butcher Block, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen Island
    • Level: First
    Basement
    • Area: 2090
    Heating
    • Dual Systems (HEAT), Heat Pump, Space Heater, Window Unit (Heat)
    Cooling
    • Heat Pump, Window Unit(s), Ceiling Fan(s)
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Ice Maker, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Stove-Electric, Gas Water Heater
    • Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Sink, Washer Hookup, Main Level, Laundry Room, Laundry (ROOM), Yes
    Features
    • Workshop (INT), Linen Closet, Separate Shower, Double Vanity, Tub/Shower Combo, Walk-In Closet(s)
    • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Laminate, Tile
    • Doors: Storm Door(s)
    • Windows: Bay Window(s), Window Treatments
    • Basement: Full,Partially Finished,Block
    • Attic: Walk-up,Yes
    • Number of fireplaces: 2
    • Fireplace features: Gas Log, Stone, Ventless, Great Room, Master Bedroom, Gas
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 5,600 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 4,180
    • Finished area below ground: 1,420

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 2
    • Parking features: Attached, Basement, Driveway, Lower Level, Garage Faces Side
    • Attached garage spaces: 2
    • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
    Features
    • Levels: 2+ story
    • Patio & porch: Porch, Covered (DECK), Deck
    • Pool features: None
    • Fencing: Fenced
    • Has view: Yes
    • View description: None
    • Waterfront features: No
    Lot
    • Size: 3 Acres
    • Features: Acreage, Pasture, Few Trees
    Details
    • Additional structures: Barn(s)
    • Parcel number: 3800282001001.001
    • Special conditions: N/A

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Brick Over Foundation, Other
    • Foundation: Basement
    Condition
    • Year built: 1987

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Septic Tank
    • Water: Public

    Community & neighborhood

    Security
    • Security features: Safe Room/Storm Cellar
    Location
    • Region: Bessemer
    • Subdivision: None

    Other

    Other facts
    • Price range: $380K - $380K

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    12/4/2023Sold$380,000-4.8%$68/sqft
    Source: GALMLS #21365774 Report a problem
    10/26/2023Contingent$399,000$71/sqft
    Source: GALMLS #21365774 Report a problem
    9/20/2023Price change$399,000-17.9%$71/sqft
    Source: GALMLS #21365774 Report a problem
    9/18/2023Listed for sale$485,900$87/sqft
    Source: GALMLS #21365774 Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$3,562 $71,100 +295%
    2024-- $18,000
    2023-- $18,000 +30.2%

    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: 35020

    Nearby schools

    GreatSchools rating
    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • Elementary: Mcadory
    • Middle: Mcadory
    • High: Mcadory

    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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    Estimated market value
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