$375,000
SOLD APR 4, 2025

229 Piney Woods Ln Helena, AL 35080

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,807 Sq Ft
0.27 Acres

Recently Sold

$208 Per Sq Ft

4% Above List Price

3 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Second Kitchen
  • In Ground Pool
  • Lake Property
  • Helena Intermediate School Rated A-
  • Fishing
  • Clubhouse

About This Home

As of April 2025

Welcome home to Riverwoods, where charm, comfort, and community come together in the heart of Helena! This stunning home is move-in ready and filled with thoughtful details. Step inside to beautifully maintained hardwoods, soaring vaulted ceilings, and a warm, inviting fireplace—the perfect space to unwind. The kitchen is a dream with stainless steel appliances, a classic subway tile backsplash, and a light-filled dining nook. The primary suite is a retreat of its own, featuring a spa-like ensuite with a glass-door shower, soaking tub, and double vanities. Two additional main-level bedrooms offer comfort and style, while the spacious upstairs bonus room can easily serve as a 4th bedroom, office, or playroom. Enjoy a covered patio overlooking a large, private backyard, ideal for entertaining or relaxing. Plus, you'll love the community pool, scenic walking trails, parks, and lake access. HVAC new as of 2019!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jenn Saliba

Keller Williams Realty Hoover Listed on: 03/06/2025

Keller Williams Realty Hoover

Last Buyer's Agent

Ashley Good

Keller Williams Realty Vestavia

Keller Williams Realty Vestavia

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,520

Year Built

  • Built in 2006

Lot Details

  • 0.27 Acre Lot
  • Fenced Yard
  • Interior Lot

HOA Fees

  • $49 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Garage on Main Level
  • Side Facing Garage
  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Slab Foundation
  • Ridge Vents on the Roof
  • HardiePlank Siding
  • Three Sided Brick Exterior Elevation

Interior Spaces

  • 1-Story Property
  • Crown Molding
  • Smooth Ceilings
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Ventless Fireplace
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Window Treatments
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Bonus Room
  • Attic

Kitchen

  • Second Kitchen
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Gas Oven
  • Stove
  • Built-In Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Solid Surface Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Split Bedroom Floorplan
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Bathtub and Shower Combination in Primary Bathroom
  • Garden Bath
  • Separate Shower

Laundry

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

Pool

  • In Ground Pool
  • Fence Around Pool
  • Pool is Self Cleaning

Outdoor Features

  • Swimming Allowed
  • Lake Property
  • Covered Patio or Porch

Schools

  • Helena Elementary And Middle School
  • Helena High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Programmable Thermostat
  • Underground Utilities
  • Electric Water Heater

Listing and Financial Details

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include common grounds mntc, management fee, utilities for comm areas

Amenities

  • Clubhouse

Recreation

  • Community Playground
  • Community Pool
  • Fishing
  • Park
  • Trails

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,520

Year Built

Built in 2006

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$49 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Class: RESIDENTIAL
  • Property Access: Curb and Gutters, Paved Road, Public Road
  • Down Payment Assistance: Yes
  • Down Payment Assistance URL: https://www.workforce-resource.com/dpr/listing/GALMLS/21411150?w=PubMLS
  • Living Area: 1807
  • Legal Description: Block: Lot: 530 RIVERWOODS 5TH SEC PH 2
  • List Price per Sq Ft: 199.23
  • Number Levels: 1-Story
  • Property Type: Single Family
  • Year Built Description: Existing
  • Year Built: 2006
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 207.53
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Built: 2006

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Recess Lighting, Split Bedroom
  • Fireplace Details: Gas Logs, Ventless
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room (FIREPL)
  • Fireplace Type: Gas (FIREPL)
  • Floors: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile Floor
  • Number Fireplaces: 1
  • Windows Treatments: Some to Remain
  • Bedroom/Bathroom Features: Garden Tub, Separate Shower, Split Bedrooms, Tub/Shower Combo, Walk-In Closets
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Concatenated Rooms: |Living1|Kitchen1|2ndKitch1|MasterBR1|MasterBath1|Bedroom1|Bedroom1|FullBath1|Laundry1|Bonus2|
  • Room 1: Living, On Level: 1
  • Room 2: Kitchen, On Level: 1
  • Room 3: 2nd Kitchen, On Level: 1
  • Room 4: Master Bedroom, On Level: 1
  • Room 5: Master Bath, On Level: 1
  • Room 6: Bedroom, On Level: 1
  • Room 7: Bedroom, On Level: 1
  • Room 8: Full Bath, On Level: 1
  • Room 9: Laundry, On Level: 1
  • Room 10: Bonus, On Level: 2
  • Rooms Level 1: 2nd Kitchen (LVL 1), Bedroom (LVL 1), Full Bath (LVL 1), Kitchen (LVL 1), Laundry (LVL 1), Living (LVL 1), Master Bath (LVL 1), Master Bedroom (LVL 1)
  • Rooms Level 2 Plus: Bonus (LVL 2+)
  • Kitchen Countertops: Solid Surface
  • Kitchen Equipment: Dishwasher Built-In, Disposal, Microwave Built-In, Oven-Gas, Plumbed for Gas in Kit, Refrigerator, Some Stainless Appl, Stove-Gas
  • 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
  • Attic: Yes
  • Attic Type: Walk-In
  • Main Level Sq Ft: 1485
  • Upper Level Sq Ft: 322

Exterior Features

  • Patio: Yes
  • Construction: 3 Sides Brick, Siding-Hardiplank
  • Exterior Features: Fenced Yard, Porch
  • Foundation: Slab
  • Patio Type: Covered - (PATIO)
  • Pool: Yes
  • Pool Features: Cleaning System, In-Ground, Perimeter Fencing
  • Pool: Community
  • Water Heater: Electric (WTRHTR)

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Entry Location: Side
  • Number Garage Spaces Main Lvl: 2
  • Number Total Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Attached, Driveway Parking, Parking (MLVL)

Utilities

  • Heating: Gas Heat
  • Cooling: Central (COOL)
  • Sewer/Septic System: Connected
  • Underground Utils: Yes
  • Water: Public Water
  • HVAC Area: 1807
  • Internet Service Availability: Yes
  • Internet Service Provider: UNKNOWN

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Amenities: Clubhouse, Fishing, Park, Playgound, Private Lake, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Swimming Allowed, Walking Paths
  • Association Fee: Yes
  • Association Fee: 585
  • Association Fee Per: Yearly

Fee Information

  • Fees Include: Common Grounds Mntc, Management Fee, Utilities for Comm Areas

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 13-4-17-0-007-074.000
  • Lot Description: Interior Lot, Subdivision
  • Number Acres: 0.27

Green Features

  • Energy Green Features: Ceiling Fans, Doub Paned Windows, Programmable Thermostat, Ridge Vent

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
Mar 6, 2025
Closed on
Apr 4, 2025
Sold by
Street Lee Ann
Bought by
Reitz Casey and Gualandi Tiffany
Seller's Agent
Jenn Saliba
Keller Williams Realty Hoover
Buyer's Agent
Ashley Good
Keller Williams Realty Vestavia
List Price
$360,000
Sold Price
$375,000
Premium/Discount to List
$15,000
4.17%
Views
38
Current Estimated Value
$370,120

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$4,880
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-2.41%
Original Mortgage
$375,000
Outstanding Balance
$374,045
Interest Rate
6.85%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
-$2,688

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 27, 2005
Sold by
Authentic Building Co Llc
Bought by
Lynch Joshua M and Fulda Melanie L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$144,900
Interest Rate
5.66%
Mortgage Type
Fannie Mae Freddie Mac
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
Deed $375,000 None Listed On Document
Survivorship Deed $219,900 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $375,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $170,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $153,500 New Conventional
Previous Owner $144,900 Fannie Mae Freddie Mac
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/04/2025 04/04/25 Sold $375,000 +4.2% $208 / Sq Ft
03/06/2025 03/06/25 For Sale $360,000 +35.6% $199 / Sq Ft
06/26/2019 06/26/19 Sold $265,500 -1.3% $149 / Sq Ft
06/09/2019 06/09/19 For Sale $269,000 -- $151 / 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 $1,520 $31,020 $0 $0
2023 $1,227 $29,220 $0 $0
2022 $1,099 $26,220 $0 $0
2021 $1,019 $24,340 $0 $0
2020 $1,131 $23,920 $0 $0
2019 $1,100 $23,280 $0 $0
2017 $1,032 $21,900 $0 $0
2015 $995 $21,140 $0 $0
2014 $972 $20,680 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Greater Alabama MLS

MLS Number: 21411150

Greater Alabama MLS

APN: 13-4-17-0-007-074-000