NOT LISTED FOR SALE

256 Benson Rd Gardendale, AL 35071

Estimated Value: $307,000 - $392,000

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
3,228 Sq Ft
$108/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold August 27, 2021

Last sale price $274,000 $85 Per Sq Ft

Est. 28% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,042/month

21 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 1 Acre Lot
  • Deck
  • Solid Surface Countertops
  • Bragg Middle School Rated 9+
  • Attic
  • Den with Fireplace

About This Home

As of August 2021

Main level living at its finest with 3,228 sq ft! Updates galore! New exterior paint, new flooring, new roof being installed next week, new deck, new exterior doors, light fixtures, workshop, bathroom vanities, bathroom tile, and soo much more. This home is so warm and cozy. Walk in the front door to a grand foyer with the living room on the right all with hardwood flooring, and beautiful crown molding. The kitchen is updated with granite countertops, white cabinets, and a dining room complete with arched doorways and a built in buffet. There are two guest bedrooms with hardwood flooring, and a full renovated bath. The master suite has walk in closets with sliding barn doors, new tile bath, and a tub shower combo. If you love to entertain there is a huge den with a wood burning fireplace, arched doorways, and access to the newly installed huge back deck. There is so much character and appeal to this massive main level living home. Fenced backyard and 1 car carport.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Courtney Higdon

ARC Realty Pelham Branch Listed on: 07/25/2021

ARC Realty Pelham Branch

Co-Listed By

Ted McLaughlin

ARC Realty Pelham Branch

Last Buyer's Agent

Candace Smith

RealtySouth-Northern Office

RealtySouth-Northern Office

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,018

Year Built

  • Built in 1971

Lot Details

  • 1 Acre Lot
  • Fenced Yard
  • Interior Lot
  • Irregular Lot

Home Design

  • Four Sided Brick Exterior Elevation

Interior Spaces

  • 3,228 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Wet Bar
  • Crown Molding
  • Smooth Ceilings
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Stone Fireplace
  • Fireplace Features Masonry
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Dining Room
  • Den with Fireplace
  • Crawl Space
  • Pull Down Stairs to Attic

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Built-In Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Solid Surface Countertops

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Laminate
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Bathtub and Shower Combination in Primary Bathroom
  • Linen Closet In Bathroom

Laundry

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

Parking

  • 1 Carport Space
  • Garage on Main Level
  • Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Porch

Schools

  • Gardendale Elementary School
  • Bragg Middle School
  • Gardendale High School

Utilities

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

Listing and Financial Details

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,018

Year Built

Built in 1971

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Class: RESIDENTIAL
  • Property Access: Curb and Gutters, Paved Road
  • Down Payment Assistance: Yes
  • Down Payment Assistance URL: https://www.workforce-resource.com/dpr/listing/GALMLS/1292791?w=PubMLS
  • Living Area: 3228
  • Legal Description: Gardenview Estates Lot 1
  • List Price per Sq Ft: 88.29
  • Number Levels: 1-Story
  • Property Type: Single Family
  • Termite Contract: Yes
  • Year Built Description: Existing
  • Year Built: 1971
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 84.88
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Built: 1971

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Wet Bar
  • Fireplace Details: Masonry, Stone (FIREPL)
  • Fireplace Location: Den (FIREPL)
  • Fireplace Type: Gas (FIREPL)
  • Floors: Carpet, Hardwood Laminate, Tile Floor
  • Number Fireplaces: 1
  • Bedroom/Bathroom Features: Linen Closet, Tub/Shower Combo, Walk-In Closets
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Concatenated Rooms: |Living1|Den1|DiningRoom1|Laundry1|MasterBR1|MasterBath1|Bedroom1|Bedroom1|FullBath1|
  • Room 1: Living, On Level: 1
  • Room 2: Den/Family, On Level: 1
  • Room 3: Dining Room, On Level: 1
  • Room 4: Laundry, On Level: 1
  • Room 5: Master Bedroom, On Level: 1
  • Room 6: Master Bath, On Level: 1
  • Room 7: Bedroom, On Level: 1
  • Room 8: Bedroom, On Level: 1
  • Room 9: Full Bath, On Level: 1
  • Rooms Level 1: Bedroom (LVL 1), Den/Family (LVL 1), Dining Room (LVL 1), Full Bath (LVL 1), Laundry (LVL 1), Living (LVL 1), Master Bath (LVL 1), Master Bedroom (LVL 1)
  • Kitchen Countertops: Solid Surface
  • Kitchen Equipment: Dishwasher Built-In, Microwave Built-In, Stove-Electric
  • Kitchen Features: 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: Pull-Down
  • Main Level Sq Ft: 3228

Exterior Features

  • Construction: 4 Sides Brick
  • Decks: Yes
  • Decks Type: Open (DECK)
  • Exterior Features: Fenced Yard, Storage Building, Porch
  • Foundation: Crawl Space
  • Water Heater: Gas (WTRHTR)

Garage/Parking

  • Number Carport Spaces: 1
  • Parking Features: Driveway Parking, Parking (MLVL)

Utilities

  • Heating: Central (HEAT)
  • Cooling: Central (COOL)
  • Sewer/Septic System: Septic
  • Water: Public Water
  • HVAC Area: 3228

Schools

  • Elementary School: GARDENDALE
  • Middle School: BRAGG
  • High School: GARDENDALE

Lot Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 14-00-12-2-002-012.000
  • Lot Description: Interior Lot, Irregular Lot, Subdivision
  • Lot Number: 1
  • Number Acres: 1

Green Features

  • Energy Green Features: Ceiling Fans

Tax Info

  • Tax District: GARDENDALE
  • Annual Tax: 1018

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: GARDENDALE
  • High School: GARDENDALE
  • Jr Middle School: BRAGG

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 25, 2021
Closed on
Aug 27, 2021
Sold by
Davidson Robert
Bought by
Maze Kathy M
Seller's Agent
Courtney Higdon
ARC Realty Pelham Branch
Buyer's Agent
Candace Smith
RealtySouth-Northern Office
List Price
$295,000
Sold Price
$274,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$21,000
-7.12%
Current Estimated Value
$349,369

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$75,369
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.03%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 11, 2018
Closed on
May 30, 2018
Sold by
London Doris L
Bought by
Davidson Robert
Seller's Agent
Jean Deason
Keller Williams Metro North
Buyer's Agent
Courtney Higdon
ARC Realty Pelham Branch
List Price
$229,900
Sold Price
$174,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$55,400
-24.1%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
14.94%
Original Mortgage
$165,775
Interest Rate
4.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
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 Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Maze Kathy M $274,000 --
Davidson Robert $174,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Davidson Robert $165,775
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/27/2021 08/27/21 Sold $274,000 -3.9% $85 / Sq Ft
08/10/2021 08/10/21 Price Changed $285,000 -3.4% $88 / Sq Ft
07/25/2021 07/25/21 For Sale $295,000 +69.1% $91 / Sq Ft
05/31/2018 05/31/18 Sold $174,500 -12.7% $54 / Sq Ft
03/29/2018 03/29/18 Price Changed $199,900 -7.0% $62 / Sq Ft
02/21/2018 02/21/18 Price Changed $214,900 -6.5% $67 / Sq Ft
01/11/2018 01/11/18 For Sale $229,900 -- $71 / 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 $1,706 $32,340 -- --
2022 $0 $32,540 $5,300 $27,240
2021 $1,326 $22,940 $5,300 $17,640
2020 $1,191 $20,700 $5,300 $15,400
2019 $1,107 $19,300 $0 $0
2018 $1,018 $19,500 $0 $0
2017 $1,018 $19,500 $0 $0
2016 $871 $20,320 $0 $0
2015 $827 $19,500 $0 $0
2014 $810 $17,780 $0 $0
2013 $810 $19,200 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Greater Alabama MLS

MLS Number: 1292791

Greater Alabama MLS

APN: 14-00-12-2-002-012.000