153 Foust Ave Bessemer, AL 35023
3
Beds
1
Bath
1,470
Sq Ft
2
Acres
Highlights
- Greenhouse
- Den
- Tile Countertops
- Wood Flooring
- Crown Molding
- Laundry Room
About This Home
As of August 2024MOTIVATED SELLER MAKE OFFER Beautiful older 3 bdrm1 ba , nestled in mature oak trees shading spacious 2 ac lot w/ creek. Cozy home has large carpeted living rm w/ gorgeous views of property Massive eat in kit w/gas stove, refrig, plenty of cabinets, counter space & lots of possibilities. Formal din rm w/ hardwd floors, knotty pine tongue & groove walls, beautiful rock fireplace. Yard a rare treasure w/ pecan trees, chestnuts, walnuts, hickory (your BBQ needs) & hazelnuts, beautiful dogwoods, muscadine arbor, blueberries, figs, Pride of Mobile azaleas, crape myrtle, lilacs, tulips, daffodils & more. Detached garage w/ plenty of room & basement garg w/ workshop in unfinished basement. Sml fenced side yard, a high efficiency (15 SEER) central heat & air gas pack. Vents cleaned/ resealed in fall of 09 & gas pack installed. 2 natural gas, wall brickheaters.bdrm has ceiling fans & hardwd floors. Crystal door knobs, metal roof 2010, new 40 gal hot water heater, chicken & green house
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $745
Year Built
- 1939
Home Design
- Vinyl Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1,470 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Crown Molding
- Smooth Ceilings
- Ceiling Fan
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Stone Fireplace
- Window Treatments
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Den
- Storm Doors
Kitchen
- Gas Oven
- Stove
- Tile Countertops
- Laminate Countertops
Flooring
- Wood
- Wood Under Carpet
- Carpet
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
- Bathtub and Shower Combination in Primary Bathroom
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry on main level
- Washer and Gas Dryer Hookup
Unfinished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Natural lighting in basement
Parking
- Garage
- Basement Garage
Outdoor Features
- Greenhouse
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Gas
- Gas Water Heater
- Septic Tank
Community Details
- $15 Other Monthly Fees
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 30-30-2-007-028.000
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 5, 2024
Closed on
Aug 15, 2024
Sold by
Boonstra Jacob H
Bought by
Bonner Joseph
Seller's Agent
Dawn Penfield
Keller Williams Metro North
Buyer's Agent
Aimee George
Keller Williams Realty Vestavia
List Price
$155,000
Sold Price
$110,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$45,000
-29.03%
Views
191
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
78.89%
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 2, 2017
Closed on
Oct 31, 2017
Sold by
Sowers William B
Bought by
Boonstra Jacob H
Seller's Agent
Johnny Pate
RealtySouth-I459 Southwest
Buyer's Agent
Peggy Palmer
RealtySouth-OTM-Acton Rd
List Price
$84,900
Sold Price
$82,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$2,900
-3.42%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.42%
Original Mortgage
$80,514
Interest Rate
4.4%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 10, 2005
Sold by
Burleson Beth Ann and Roberts Don
Bought by
Sowers Williams B and Sowers Kasie Parsons
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $110,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Warranty Deed | $82,000 | -- | |
| Survivorship Deed | $82,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $3,079 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $80,514 | FHA |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/17/2025 06/17/25 | Price Changed | $179,500 | -4.3% | $122 / Sq Ft |
| 04/19/2025 04/19/25 | Price Changed | $187,500 | -3.8% | $128 / Sq Ft |
| 02/07/2025 02/07/25 | For Sale | $195,000 | +77.3% | $133 / Sq Ft |
| 08/15/2024 08/15/24 | Sold | $110,000 | -8.3% | $75 / Sq Ft |
| 07/23/2024 07/23/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/03/2024 07/03/24 | Price Changed | $120,000 | -4.0% | $82 / Sq Ft |
| 06/19/2024 06/19/24 | Price Changed | $125,000 | -7.4% | $85 / Sq Ft |
| 05/03/2024 05/03/24 | Price Changed | $135,000 | -6.9% | $92 / Sq Ft |
| 04/24/2024 04/24/24 | Price Changed | $145,000 | -3.0% | $99 / Sq Ft |
| 04/21/2024 04/21/24 | Price Changed | $149,500 | -3.5% | $102 / Sq Ft |
| 04/05/2024 04/05/24 | For Sale | $155,000 | +89.0% | $105 / Sq Ft |
| 11/01/2017 11/01/17 | Sold | $82,000 | -3.4% | $56 / Sq Ft |
| 09/29/2017 09/29/17 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/02/2017 07/02/17 | For Sale | $84,900 | -- | $58 / Sq Ft |
Source: Greater Alabama MLS
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $745 | $14,000 | -- | -- |
| 2022 | $774 | $13,750 | $3,150 | $10,600 |
| 2021 | $594 | $10,750 | $3,150 | $7,600 |
| 2020 | $668 | $11,920 | $3,150 | $8,770 |
| 2019 | $576 | $10,460 | $0 | $0 |
| 2018 | $903 | $15,020 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $903 | $15,020 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $903 | $15,020 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $903 | $15,020 | $0 | $0 |
| 2014 | $894 | $14,620 | $0 | $0 |
| 2013 | $894 | $14,620 | $0 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Aimee George
Seller's Agent in 2025
Aimee George
Keller Williams Realty Vestavia
(205) 253-9118
4 in this area
67 Total Sales
-
Dawn Penfield
Seller's Agent in 2024
Dawn Penfield
Keller Williams Metro North
(205) 441-4182
12 in this area
41 Total Sales
-
Johnny Pate
Seller's Agent in 2017
Johnny Pate
RealtySouth
(205) 244-0356
20 in this area
148 Total Sales
-
Peggy Palmer
Buyer's Agent in 2017
Peggy Palmer
RealtySouth
(205) 835-6692
1 in this area
42 Total Sales
Map
Source: Greater Alabama MLS
MLS Number: 788761
APN: 30-00-30-2-007-028.000
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