$144,500
$45K PRICE DROP

4981 Empire Rd Empire, AL 35063

Estimated payment $939/month

Total Views 3,707
2 Beds
2 Baths
1,050 Sq Ft
$138 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Covered Deck
  • Stone Countertops
  • Detached Garage
  • Attic
  • No HOA
  • Bathtub with Shower

About This Home

Welcome to 4981 Empire Road! This updated 2-bedroom, 2-bath home sits on approximately 1 acre and offers a great combination of comfortable living, outdoor space, storage, and versatility. Inside, you'll find an updated kitchen with stone countertops, refreshed cabinetry, newer flooring and a functional layout with two full baths. The metal roof adds durability and low-maintenance appeal. Outside, enjoy covered and open outdoor living areas, a spacious yard, detached 2-car metal carport, private storm shelter, and two storage buildings—including one with power—ideal for a workshop, hobbies, equipment or additional storage. Whether you're looking for a primary residence, downsizing opportunity, or simply want more usable outdoor space without giving up convenience, this property offers plenty of possibilities. Schedule your showing and see what 4981 Empire Road has to offer!

Listing Agent

Aaron Sims

Keller Williams Realty Vestavia Listed on: 04/20/2026

Keller Williams Realty Vestavia

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1940

Lot Details

  • 1 Acre Lot

Parking

  • Detached Garage

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Slab Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • Smooth Ceilings
  • Attic

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Stone Countertops

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Bathtub with Shower

Laundry

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

Outdoor Features

  • Covered Deck
  • Patio
  • Storm Cellar or Shelter

Schools

  • Sumiton Elementary And Middle School
  • Dora High School

Utilities

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

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • $4 Other Monthly Fees

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1940

Lot Details

1 Acres

Listing Details

  • Down Payment Assistance: Yes
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Flood Plain: N
  • Year Built: 1940
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • LotSizeAcres: 1.0
  • Co List Office Mls Id: KWRBM
  • Subdivision Name: NONE
  • Directions: From I 22 take Hwy 78W to Sumiton and turn right at Bryan Road, Left on Main, Right onto Empire Road. Property on the left.
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1050.0
  • Year Built Details: Existing
  • DecksYN: Y
  • DECK: Covered (DECK)
  • GardenPatioStyleYN: No
  • HistoricRegisterYN: No
  • LogHomeYN: No
  • PatioYN: Yes
  • SplitFoyerYN: No
  • TriLevelYN: No
  • UndergroundUtilsYN: No
  • SplitLevelYN: No
  • PATIO517: Covered - (PATIO),Open (PATIO)
  • CEILING: Smooth Ceilings
  • SystemPrice: 144500
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: None
  • Room 1: Living
  • Room 2: Kitchen
  • Room 3: Master Bedroom
  • Room 4: Bedroom
  • Room 5: Full Bath
  • Kitchen Equipment: Stove-Electric
  • Laundry Dryer Hookup: Dryer-Electric
  • Laundry Features: Washer Hookup
  • Laundry Location: Laundry (MLVL)
  • Laundry Space: Room
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • AtticYN: Y
  • KITCHENCOUNTERTOP: Stone (KIT)
  • BEDBATHFEATURE: Tub/Shower Combo
  • Main Level Sq Ft: 1050
  • Upper Level Sq Ft: 0

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Storm Shelter-Private
  • Water Heater: Electric (WTRHTR)
  • Waterfront: No
  • Construction Type: Brick
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Property Condition: Existing
  • PoolYN: No

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Detached

Utilities

  • Heating: Central
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Water: Public Water
  • HVAC Area: 1050
  • Sewer: Septic

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Yn: N

Fee Information

  • Fire Fee Amount: 50
  • Fire Fee Per: Y
  • Fire Fee: Y
  • Garbage Fee: N
  • Library Fee: No

Schools

  • High School: DORA
  • Elementary School: SUMITON
  • Middle Or Junior School: SUMITON

Lot Info

  • Lot View: No

Tax Info

  • Tax District: EMPIRE

Map

Create a Home Valuation Report for This Property
The Home Valuation Report is an in-depth analysis detailing your home's value as well as a comparison with similar homes in the area

Property History

We collect this data history from publicly available records. To have your information removed, we recommend requesting removal directly through your county’s website.

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
06/21/2026 06/21/26 Price Changed $144,500 -13.7% $138 / Sq Ft
05/22/2026 05/22/26 Price Changed $167,500 -11.8% $160 / Sq Ft
04/20/2026 04/20/26 For Sale $189,900 -- $181 / Sq Ft
Source: Greater Alabama MLS

Source: Greater Alabama MLS

MLS Number: 21450470

Greater Alabama MLS
Your Personal Tour Guide

Ask me questions while you tour the home.