$325,000
SOLD SEP 16, 2025

1228 Macqueen Dr Helena, AL 35080

3 Beds
2 Baths
2,354 Sq Ft
0.55 Acres

Recently Sold

$138 Per Sq Ft

19% Below List Price

62 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 0.55 Acre Lot
  • Deck
  • Wood Flooring
  • Helena Elementary School Rated 10
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Main Floor Primary Bedroom

About This Home

As of May 2025

Step into this stunning, renovated home offering the perfect blend of modern comfort and timeless charm. Featuring 3 spacious bedrooms and 2 beautifully updated bathrooms, this move-in-ready home boasts a thoughtfully designed layout ideal for families and entertainers alike. The bright and inviting main level flows seamlessly into the kitchen. The finished basement offers endless possibilities—perfect as a family room, home office, gym, or guest suite. Outside, enjoy your private oasis in the vast, fenced backyard, complete with a brand-new deck—perfect for hosting summer gatherings or relaxing evenings under the stars. With quality updates throughout and no detail overlooked, this home is truly a must-see!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Melanie Shores

EXIT Realty Cahaba Listed on: 06/26/2025

EXIT Realty Cahaba

Last Buyer's Agent

Krista Doss

Keller Williams Realty Vestavia

Keller Williams Realty Vestavia

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1979

Lot Details

  • 0.55 Acre Lot
  • Fenced Yard

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Basement Garage
  • Side Facing Garage
  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Brick Foundation
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1.5-Story Property
  • Wet Bar
  • Smooth Ceilings
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Fireplace With Gas Starter
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Room
  • Den

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Stove
  • Built-In Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Stone Countertops

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom on Main
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Split Vanities
  • Bathtub and Shower Combination in Primary Bathroom
  • Separate Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on main level
  • Washer and Electric Dryer Hookup

Finished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Block Basement Construction
  • Recreation or Family Area in Basement

Outdoor Features

  • Deck

Schools

  • Helena Elementary And Middle School
  • Helena High School

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Gas Water Heater

Community Details

  • $23 Other Monthly Fees

Listing and Financial Details

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1979

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Class: RESIDENTIAL
  • Down Payment Assistance: Yes
  • Down Payment Assistance URL: https://www.workforce-resource.com/dpr/listing/GALMLS/21423198?w=PubMLS
  • Living Area: 1524
  • Legal Description: Block: Lot: BRANDYWINE 1ST SECTOR
  • Number Levels: 1.5-Story
  • Property Type: Single Family
  • Year Built Description: Existing
  • Year Built: 1979
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Built: 1979

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Wet Bar
  • Fireplace Details: Gas Starter
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room (FIREPL)
  • Fireplace Type: Woodburning
  • Floors: Hardwood, Tile Floor
  • Number Fireplaces: 1
  • Bedroom/Bathroom Features: Separate Shower, Separate Vanities, Tub/Shower Combo
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Concatenated Rooms: |MasterBR1|MasterBath1|Kitchen1|Bedroom1|Bedroom1|FullBath1|Kitchen1|Laundry1|DiningRoom1|DenB|
  • Room 1: Master Bedroom, On Level: 1
  • Room 2: Master Bath, On Level: 1
  • Room 3: Kitchen, On Level: 1
  • Room 4: Bedroom, On Level: 1
  • Room 5: Bedroom, On Level: 1
  • Room 6: Full Bath, On Level: 1
  • Room 7: Kitchen, On Level: 1
  • Room 8: Laundry, On Level: 1
  • Room 9: Dining Room, On Level: 1
  • Room 10: Den/Family, On Level: B
  • Basement Rooms: Den/Family (LVL BSMT)
  • Rooms Level 1: Bedroom (LVL 1), Dining Room (LVL 1), Full Bath (LVL 1), Kitchen (LVL 1), Laundry (LVL 1), Master Bath (LVL 1), Master Bedroom (LVL 1)
  • Basement Style: Full Basement
  • Basement Style II: All Finished
  • Basement Style III: Concrete Block
  • Kitchen Countertops: Stone (KIT)
  • Kitchen Equipment: Dishwasher Built-In, Microwave Built-In, Refrigerator, Stove-Electric
  • Kitchen Features: Breakfast Bar, Eating Area, Pantry
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Laundry Dryer Hookup: Dryer-Electric
  • Laundry Features: Washer Hookup
  • Laundry Location: Laundry (MLVL)
  • Laundry Space: Room
  • Basement Finished Sq Ft: 830
  • Main Level Sq Ft: 1524

Exterior Features

  • Construction: Brick Over Foundation, Siding-Wood
  • Decks: Yes
  • Decks Type: Open (DECK)
  • Exterior Features: Fenced Yard
  • Foundation: Basement
  • Water Heater: Gas (WTRHTR)

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Entry Location: Side
  • Number Total Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Basement Parking, Driveway Parking

Utilities

  • Heating: Central (HEAT)
  • Cooling: Central (COOL)
  • Sewer/Septic System: Connected
  • Water: Public Water
  • HVAC Area: 2354
  • Internet Service Availability: Unknown

Fee Information

  • Garbage Fee: Yes
  • Garbage Fee Amount: 70
  • Garbage Fee Per: Quarterly

Lot Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 13-8-28-1-003-003.000
  • Number Acres: 0.55

Tax Info

  • Tax District: HELENA

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: HELENA
  • High School: HELENA
  • Jr Middle School: HELENA

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 26, 2025
Closed on
Sep 16, 2025
Sold by
Lackey Michael J and Ledbetter David
Bought by
Rossics Roger R
Seller's Agent
Melanie Shores
EXIT Realty Cahaba
Buyer's Agent
Krista Doss
Keller Williams Realty Vestavia
List Price
$399,000
Sold Price
$325,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$74,000
-18.55%
Views
277
Current Estimated Value
$319,149

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$5,851
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-5.88%
Original Mortgage
$300,000
Outstanding Balance
$300,000
Interest Rate
6.63%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$19,149

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 17, 2025
Closed on
May 30, 2025
Sold by
Evans Walter L
Bought by
Lackey Michael J and Ledbetter David
Seller's Agent
Ben Tamburello
ARC Realty 280
Buyer's Agent
Ben Tamburello
ARC Realty 280
List Price
$232,000
Sold Price
$232,000
Views
2

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
207.60%
Original Mortgage
$253,500
Interest Rate
6.83%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 12, 2010
Sold by
James Douglas L and James Shannon D
Bought by
Evans Ii Walter L

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 18, 2004
Sold by
Strickland Joseph Whitsitt
Bought by
James Douglas L and James Shannon D

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$109,250
Interest Rate
5.25%
Mortgage Type
Unknown
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $325,000 Access Title
Warranty Deed $232,000 Access Title
Warranty Deed $152,500 None Available
Warranty Deed $115,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $300,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $253,500 New Conventional
Previous Owner $109,250 Unknown
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
08/21/2025 08/21/25 Price Changed $339,900 -5.6% $144 / Sq Ft
08/02/2025 08/02/25 Price Changed $359,900 -5.3% $153 / Sq Ft
07/27/2025 07/27/25 Price Changed $379,900 -4.8% $161 / Sq Ft
06/26/2025 06/26/25 For Sale $399,000 +72.0% $169 / Sq Ft
05/30/2025 05/30/25 Sold $232,000 0.0% $76 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
05/17/2025 05/17/25 Pending -- -- --
05/17/2025 05/17/25 For Sale $232,000 -- $76 / Sq Ft
Source: Greater Alabama MLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $2,601 $53,080 $0 $0
2023 $2,360 $48,160 $0 $0
2022 $2,092 $42,700 $0 $0
2021 $1,930 $39,380 $0 $0
2020 $1,737 $35,440 $0 $0
2019 $1,700 $34,700 $0 $0
2017 $1,614 $32,940 $0 $0
2015 $1,449 $29,580 $0 $0
2014 $1,443 $29,440 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Greater Alabama MLS

MLS Number: 21423198

Greater Alabama MLS

APN: 13-8-28-1-003-003-000