$440,000
SOLD MAR 24, 2025

169 Essex Dr Sterrett, AL 35147

5 Beds
3.5 Baths
2,752 Sq Ft
0.37 Acres

Recently Sold

$160 Per Sq Ft

7% Below List Price

110 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Covered Deck
  • Wood Flooring
  • Hydromassage or Jetted Bathtub
  • Mt. Laurel Elementary School Rated A
  • Main Floor Primary Bedroom
  • Attic

About This Home

As of March 2025

Welcome to 169 Essex Dr! Zoned for Mt Laurel Elementary, experience true Southern charm in this rare FIVE-bedroom home with both finished and unfinished basement spaces. Start your day on the wraparound porch, soaking in stunning sunrises. Inside, a bright two-story foyer with new windows welcomes you, leading to hardwood floors in the cozy living room. The oversized kitchen with a breakfast nook offers ample storage and room to entertain, with the dining room nearby. The main-level master suite boasts an en suite with dual vanities, a walk-in closet, a separate tub and shower, and deck access. Upstairs are four spacious bedrooms with large closets and two full baths. The basement features a comfortable den and extra storage. Outside, enjoy a covered porch, open deck, and a flat backyard with mature trees and garden spaces. Plus, a community playground and quick access to Highway 280 add convenience! Schedule your showing today and be home for the holidays!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Zak Jones

Keller Williams Metro North Listed on: 11/06/2024

Keller Williams Metro North

Last Buyer's Agent

Hope Rhoades

Keller Williams Trussville

Keller Williams Trussville

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,814

Year Built

  • Built in 1998

Lot Details

  • 0.37 Acre Lot
  • Fenced Yard
  • Interior Lot
  • Sprinkler System
  • Few Trees

HOA Fees

  • $17 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Side Facing Garage
  • Driveway
  • Off-Street Parking
  • Assigned Parking

Home Design

  • HardiePlank Siding
  • Four Sided Brick Exterior Elevation

Interior Spaces

  • 1.5-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Window Treatments
  • Bay Window
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Breakfast Room
  • Dining Room
  • Bonus Room
  • Partial Basement
  • Pull Down Stairs to Attic

Kitchen

  • Electric Oven
  • Electric Cooktop
  • Stove
  • Built-In Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Kitchen Island
  • Laminate Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Laminate
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom on Main
  • Split Bedroom Floorplan
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Split Vanities
  • Hydromassage or Jetted Bathtub
  • Bathtub and Shower Combination in Primary Bathroom
  • Separate Shower
  • Linen Closet In Bathroom

Laundry

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

Outdoor Features

  • Covered Deck
  • Covered Patio or Porch

Schools

  • Mt Laurel Elementary School
  • Oak Mountain Middle School
  • Oak Mountain High School

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Gas Water Heater
  • Septic Tank

Listing and Financial Details

Community Details

Overview

  • $15 Other Monthly Fees

Recreation

  • Community Playground
  • Trails

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,814

Year Built

Built in 1998

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$17 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Class: RESIDENTIAL
  • Property Access: Public Road
  • Down Payment Assistance: Yes
  • Down Payment Assistance URL: https://www.workforce-resource.com/dpr/listing/GALMLS/21402108?w=PubMLS
  • Living Area: 2358
  • Legal Description: Block: Lot: 175 FOREST PARKS 1ST SECTOR 1ST ADDITION
  • List Price per Sq Ft: 190.84
  • Number Levels: 1.5-Story
  • Property Type: Single Family
  • Year Built Description: Existing
  • Year Built: 1998
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 159.88
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Built: 1998

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Bay Window, Recess Lighting, Split Bedroom
  • Fireplace Details: Gas Starter
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room (FIREPL)
  • Fireplace Type: Gas (FIREPL)
  • Floors: Carpet, Hardwood, Hardwood Laminate, Tile Floor
  • Number Fireplaces: 1
  • Windows Treatments: Some to Remain
  • Bedroom/Bathroom Features: Jetted Tub, Linen Closet, Separate Shower, Separate Vanities, Shared Bath, Split Bedrooms, Tub/Shower Combo, Walk-In Closets
  • Bedrooms: 5
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Concatenated Rooms: |Living1|Kitchen1|BrkfastRM1|Laundry1|DiningRoom1|HalfBath1|MasterBR1|MasterBath1|Bedroom2|Bedroom2|Bedroom2|Bedroom2|FullBath2|FullBath2|BonusB|
  • Room 1: Living, On Level: 1
  • Room 2: Kitchen, On Level: 1
  • Room 3: Breakfast Room, On Level: 1
  • Room 4: Laundry, On Level: 1
  • Room 5: Dining Room, On Level: 1
  • Room 6: Half Bath, On Level: 1
  • Room 7: Master Bedroom, On Level: 1
  • Room 8: Master Bath, On Level: 1
  • Room 9: Bedroom, On Level: 2
  • Room 10: Bedroom, On Level: 2
  • Room 11: Bedroom, On Level: 2
  • Room 12: Bedroom, On Level: 2
  • Room 13: Full Bath, On Level: 2
  • Room 14: Full Bath, On Level: 2
  • Room 15: Bonus, On Level: B
  • Basement Rooms: Bonus (LVL BSMT)
  • Rooms Level 1: Breakfast Room (LVL 1), Dining Room (LVL 1), Half Bath (LVL 1), Kitchen (LVL 1), Laundry (LVL 1), Living (LVL 1), Master Bath (LVL 1), Master Bedroom (LVL 1)
  • Rooms Level 2 Plus: Bedroom (LVL 2+), Full Bath (LVL 2+)
  • Basement Style: Partial Basement
  • Basement Style II: Both Fin and Unfin
  • Basement Style III: Concrete Block
  • Kitchen Countertops: Laminate
  • Kitchen Equipment: Cooktop-Electric, Dishwasher Built-In, Disposal, Microwave Built-In, Oven-Electric, Refrigerator, Some Stainless Appl, Stove-Electric
  • Kitchen Features: Eating Area, Island, Pantry
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Laundry Dryer Hookup: Dryer-Electric
  • Laundry Features: Washer Hookup
  • Laundry Location: Laundry (MLVL)
  • Laundry Space: Room
  • Attic: Yes
  • Attic Type: Pull-Down
  • Basement Finished Sq Ft: 394
  • Unfinished Basement Sq Ft: 197
  • Main Level Sq Ft: 1440
  • Upper Level Sq Ft: 918

Exterior Features

  • Patio: Yes
  • Construction: 4 Sides Brick, Siding-Hardiplank
  • Decks: Yes
  • Decks Type: Covered (DECK), Open (DECK)
  • Exterior Features: Fenced Yard, Sprinkler System
  • Foundation: Basement
  • Patio Type: Covered - (PATIO)
  • Water Heater: Gas (WTRHTR)

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Entry Location: Side
  • Number Garage Spaces Bsmt Lvl: 2
  • Number Total Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Assigned, Driveway Parking, Off Street Parking

Utilities

  • Heating: Central (HEAT)
  • Cooling: Central (COOL)
  • Sewer/Septic System: Septic
  • Water: Public Water
  • HVAC Area: 2752
  • Internet Service Availability: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Amenities: Playgound, Street Lights, Walking Paths
  • Association Fee: Yes
  • Association Fee: 200
  • Association Fee Per: Yearly

Fee Information

  • Garbage Fee: Yes
  • Garbage Fee Amount: 45
  • Garbage Fee Per: Quarterly

Schools

  • Elementary School: MT LAUREL
  • Middle School: OAK MOUNTAIN
  • High School: OAK MOUNTAIN

Lot Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 09-5-21-0-000-001.009
  • Lot Description: Interior Lot, Some Trees, Subdivision
  • Number Acres: 0.37

Green Features

  • Energy Green Features: Ceiling Fans, Doub Paned Windows

Tax Info

  • Tax District: CHELSEA

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: MT LAUREL
  • High School: OAK MOUNTAIN
  • Jr Middle School: OAK MOUNTAIN

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 6, 2024
Closed on
Mar 24, 2025
Sold by
Long Justin and Long Alycia
Bought by
Gilbertson Hayden C and Steinberg Peyton A
Seller's Agent
Zak Jones
Keller Williams Metro North
Buyer's Agent
Hope Rhoades
Keller Williams Trussville
List Price
$475,000
Sold Price
$440,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$35,000
-7.37%
Views
365
Current Estimated Value
$444,198

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$4,198
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.09%
Original Mortgage
$426,800
Outstanding Balance
$424,992
Interest Rate
6.89%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$19,206

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 2, 2023
Closed on
Jul 31, 2023
Sold by
Morris Christopher W and Morris Leigh E
Bought by
Long Justin and Long Alycia
Seller's Agent
Lannette Thomas
RealtySouth-OTM-Acton Rd
Buyer's Agent
Zak Jones
Keller Williams Metro North
List Price
$475,000
Sold Price
$450,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$25,000
-5.26%
Views
267

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-1.35%
Original Mortgage
$315,425
Interest Rate
6.63%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 14, 2013
Closed on
Aug 1, 2013
Sold by
Frost James Scott and Frost Tammie H
Bought by
Tatum Troy A and Tatum Leigh A
Seller's Agent
Mark Bishop
Keller Williams Realty Vestavia
Buyer's Agent
Sandra Williamson
Found It LLC
List Price
$269,900
Sold Price
$255,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$14,900
-5.52%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.84%
Original Mortgage
$230,758
Interest Rate
4.43%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 17, 1998
Sold by
J Elliott Corp
Bought by
Frost James Scott and Frost Tammie H

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$184,560
Interest Rate
6.99%
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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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 $440,000 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $450,000 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $255,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $230,700 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $426,800 New Conventional
Previous Owner $315,425 FHA
Previous Owner $270,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $230,758 New Conventional
Previous Owner $202,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $184,560 No Value Available
Closed $23,070 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
03/24/2025 03/24/25 Sold $440,000 -2.2% $160 / Sq Ft
11/15/2024 11/15/24 Price Changed $450,000 -5.3% $164 / Sq Ft
11/06/2024 11/06/24 For Sale $475,000 +5.6% $173 / Sq Ft
07/31/2023 07/31/23 Sold $450,000 0.0% $164 / Sq Ft
06/12/2023 06/12/23 Price Changed $450,000 -5.3% $164 / Sq Ft
06/02/2023 06/02/23 For Sale $475,000 +58.9% $173 / Sq Ft
05/13/2019 05/13/19 Sold $299,000 -0.3% $100 / Sq Ft
04/12/2019 04/12/19 For Sale $299,900 +17.6% $100 / Sq Ft
08/01/2013 08/01/13 Sold $255,000 -5.5% --
06/28/2013 06/28/13 Pending -- -- --
06/14/2013 06/14/13 For Sale $269,900 -- --
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 $1,814 $41,220 $0 $0
2023 $1,483 $34,640 $0 $0
2022 $1,326 $31,060 $0 $0
2021 $1,161 $27,320 $0 $0
2020 $1,143 $26,920 $0 $0
2019 $1,119 $26,360 $0 $0
2017 $1,025 $24,220 $0 $0
2015 $1,101 $25,960 $0 $0
2014 $1,075 $25,360 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Greater Alabama MLS

MLS Number: 21402108

Greater Alabama MLS

APN: 09-5-21-0-000-001-009