$925,000

233 County Road 244 Arley, AL 35541

Estimated payment $5,300/month

Total Views 6,587
3 Beds
3.5 Baths
2,050 Sq Ft
$451 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Boathouse
  • Waterfront
  • No HOA
  • Meek Elementary School Rated 9+
  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Covered Patio or Porch

About This Home

Charming Lakefront Retreat on Smith Lake (Bear Branch) 3BR/3.5BA Discover the perfect blend of modern style and serene lakefront living in this stunning home on Smith Lake's Bear Branch. Nestled in a quiet cove with year-round deep water, this property offers peaceful wooded views and easy access to the main channel, all while enjoying low boat traffic. Step inside to an inviting open-concept design featuring granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a sleek induction cooktop. Walls of windows provide water views from every room. The spacious living area flows seamlessly to a large patioideal for entertainingplus a cozy side patio complete with an outdoor TV. The home includes a versatile office/bunkroom and high-speed fiber internet, making it perfect for work, play, or both.

A circular concrete driveway provides ample parking, while just a few steps lead you to the water's edge, where you'll find a covered boathouse with lifts, a swim pier, and PWC ports. Whether you're looking for a private getaway or a lucrative rental investment, this lakeside retreat is ready to enjoy!

Listing Agent

Justin Dyar

Lake Homes Realty License #000079039 Listed on: 03/24/2025

Lake Homes Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,817

Year Built

  • Built in 2021

Lot Details

  • 0.47 Acre Lot
  • Waterfront

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Frame Construction
  • Metal Roof
  • HardiePlank Type

Interior Spaces

  • 2,050 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property

Kitchen

  • Electric Oven
  • Electric Range
  • Microwave

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Outdoor Features

  • Boathouse
  • Covered Deck
  • Covered Patio or Porch

Utilities

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

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 67 20 02 10 0 200 013.000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,817

Year Built

Built in 2021

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.47
  • Water Body Name: Bear Branch
  • Subdivision Name: None
  • Directions: 12 to 242 to 244
  • Architectural Style: Contemporary
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Yn: No
  • Building Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 2021
  • Schools Middle Schools: County
  • Schools High Schools: County
  • Appliances Microwave: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Microwave, Oven (Elec), Range (Elec), Water Heater (Elec)
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Interior Amenities: Drywall
  • Appliances:Oven (Elec): Yes
  • Appliances:Range (Elec): Yes
  • Appliances:Water Heater (Elec): Yes

Exterior Features

  • Waterfront Features: Boat House
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Construction Type: Frame, HardiPlank Type
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered Deck, Covered Patio
  • Roof: Metal
  • Construction:Frame2: Yes
  • Waterfront Features:Boat House: Yes
  • Waterfront Features:Characteristics: Gentle
  • Waterfront Features:Shoreline: Year Round Water

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • General Property Description:Garage Remarks2: None
  • General Property Description:Garage Stall2: 0

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central (Elec)
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Central (Elec)
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water Source: Arley
  • Heating:Central (Elec): Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No

Schools

  • Elementary School: County
  • High School: County
  • Middle Or Junior School: County

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 20473.2
  • Parcel #: 67 20 02 10 0 200 013.000
  • Zoning: No Zoning

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 2816.8
  • Tax Year: 2024

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Range of Values:

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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 $2,817 $100,600 $0 $0
2023 $2,817 $94,440 $0 $0
2022 $2,201 $78,620 $0 $0
2021 $1,071 $38,240 $0 $0
2020 $1,067 $38,120 $0 $0
2019 $1,067 $38,120 $0 $0
2018 $972 $34,700 $0 $0
2017 $902 $173,480 $0 $0
2016 $875 $168,220 $0 $0
2015 $892 $171,520 $0 $0
2014 $840 $161,520 $0 $0
2013 -- $173,020 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/15/2025 07/15/25 Price Changed $925,000 -2.5% $451 / Sq Ft
03/24/2025 03/24/25 For Sale $949,000 +33.7% $463 / Sq Ft
12/14/2021 12/14/21 Sold $710,000 0.0% $364 / Sq Ft
12/14/2021 12/14/21 Pending -- -- --
12/14/2021 12/14/21 For Sale $710,000 +446.2% $364 / Sq Ft
05/04/2020 05/04/20 Sold $130,000 0.0% $175 / Sq Ft
05/04/2020 05/04/20 Pending -- -- --
03/13/2020 03/13/20 For Sale $130,000 -- $175 / Sq Ft
Source: Walker Area Association of REALTORS®

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $710,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $130,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $548,250 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

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Source: Walker Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 25-632

APN: 20-02-10-0-200-013.000