$505,000
SOLD DEC 30, 2024

5744 Willow Lake Dr Birmingham, AL 35244

4 Beds
4.5 Baths
3,882 Sq Ft
0.38 Acres

Recently Sold

$130 Per Sq Ft

8% Below List Price

94 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Fishing
  • Sitting Area In Primary Bedroom
  • Deck
  • South Shades Crest Elementary School Rated A
  • Lake Property
  • Cathedral Ceiling

About This Home

As of April 2025

Fantastic opportunity in lake community! This 4 bedroom/4.5 bathroom, 3882 ft2 home is huge and immaculately maintained. Inside, enjoy an entire house freshly painted w/ ALL new carpeting (2023). Newly renovated kitchen includes new quartz countertops, new backsplash, new dishwasher, new farmhouse sink, new electric cooktop, new recess lighting, large island with breakfast bar, & eating area! The kitchen opens to spacious great room w/ gas fireplace & vaulted ceiling. Master bedroom & bathroom are on main level w/ fresh paint & new carpet, & master bath features large jetted tub, oversized separate shower, separate vanities, & 2 walk-in closets. Also on main level are dining room, living room, 1/2 bath & laundry room. Upstairs offers 3 bedrooms & 2 full baths! Finished basement provides great space - 4 rooms that could serve as family room/den, 5th bedroom, media room, exercise room, office, etc. - & 2-car garage. Outside, enjoy open deck & patio, large backyard, & NEW ROOF (2024)!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Scott Heath

ARC Realty Vestavia Listed on: 09/13/2024

ARC Realty Vestavia

Last Buyer's Agent

Scott Heath

ARC Realty Vestavia Listed on: 09/13/2024

ARC Realty Vestavia

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,263

Year Built

  • Built in 1997

Lot Details

  • 0.38 Acre Lot
  • Cul-De-Sac
  • Fenced Yard
  • Few Trees

HOA Fees

  • $33 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Basement Garage
  • Side Facing Garage
  • Driveway

Home Design

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

Interior Spaces

  • 1.5-Story Property
  • Crown Molding
  • Smooth Ceilings
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Marble Fireplace
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Window Treatments
  • Great Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Room
  • Den
  • Pull Down Stairs to Attic

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Electric Oven
  • Electric Cooktop
  • <<builtInMicrowave>>
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Kitchen Island
  • Stone Countertops

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Concrete
  • Tile
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Sitting Area In Primary Bedroom
  • Primary Bedroom on Main
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Split Vanities
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  • Bathtub and Shower Combination in Primary Bathroom
  • Separate Shower

Laundry

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

Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Recreation or Family Area in Basement

Outdoor Features

  • Lake Property
  • Deck
  • Patio
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Porch

Schools

  • South Shades Crest Elementary School
  • Bumpus Middle School
  • Hoover High School

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Programmable Thermostat
  • Underground Utilities
  • Gas Water Heater

Listing and Financial Details

Community Details

Overview

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

Recreation

  • Community Playground
  • Fishing

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,263

Year Built

Built in 1997

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$33 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/21396836?w=PubMLS
  • Living Area: 2799
  • Legal Description: LOT 105 WILLOW LAKE PHASE 3 30/67 - 90 X 202.7 IRR
  • List Price per Sq Ft: 185.74
  • Number Levels: 1.5-Story
  • Property Type: Single Family
  • Year Built Description: Existing
  • Year Built: 1997
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 130.09
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Built: 1997

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Recess Lighting
  • Fireplace Details: Gas Logs, Marble (FIREPL)
  • Fireplace Location: Great Room (FIREPL)
  • Fireplace Type: Gas (FIREPL)
  • Floors: Carpet, Concrete, Hardwood, Tile Floor, Vinyl
  • Number Fireplaces: 1
  • Windows Treatments: Some to Remain
  • Bedroom/Bathroom Features: Jetted Tub, Separate Shower, Separate Vanities, Sitting Area in Master, Tub/Shower Combo, Walk-In Closets
  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 5
  • Concatenated Rooms: |MasterBR1|MasterBath1|Kitchen1|GreatRoom1|DiningRoom1|Living1|HalfBath1|Laundry1|Bedroom2|Bedroom2|Bedroom2|FullBath2|FullBath2|FullBathB|DenB|
  • Room 1: Master Bedroom, On Level: 1
  • Room 2: Master Bath, On Level: 1
  • Room 3: Kitchen, On Level: 1
  • Room 4: Great Room, On Level: 1
  • Room 5: Dining Room, On Level: 1
  • Room 6: Living, On Level: 1
  • Room 7: Half Bath, On Level: 1
  • Room 8: Laundry, On Level: 1
  • Room 9: Bedroom, On Level: 2
  • Room 10: Bedroom, On Level: 2
  • Room 11: Bedroom, On Level: 2
  • Room 12: Full Bath, On Level: 2
  • Room 13: Full Bath, On Level: 2
  • Room 14: Full Bath, On Level: B
  • Room 15: Den/Family, On Level: B
  • Basement Rooms: Den/Family (LVL BSMT), Full Bath (LVL BSMT)
  • Rooms Level 1: Dining Room (LVL 1), Great 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: Full Basement
  • Basement Style II: Both Fin and Unfin
  • Basement Style III: Poured Concrete Walls
  • Kitchen Countertops: Stone (KIT)
  • Kitchen Equipment: Cooktop-Electric, Dishwasher Built-In, Microwave Built-In, Oven-Electric, Self-Cleaning, Refrigerator, Some Stainless Appl
  • Kitchen Features: Breakfast Bar, 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: 1083
  • Main Level Sq Ft: 1850
  • Upper Level Sq Ft: 949

Exterior Features

  • Patio: Yes
  • Construction: 3 Sides Brick, Siding-Hardiplank, Stone (CONST)
  • Decks: Yes
  • Decks Type: Open (DECK)
  • Exterior Features: Fenced Yard, Lighting System, Porch
  • Foundation: Basement
  • Patio Type: Open (PATIO)
  • Water Heater: Gas (WTRHTR)

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Entry Location: Side
  • Number Garage Spaces Bsmt Lvl: 2
  • Number Total Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Attached, Basement Parking, Driveway Parking

Utilities

  • Heating: Central (HEAT), Gas Heat
  • Cooling: Central (COOL), Electric (COOL)
  • Sewer/Septic System: Connected
  • Underground Utils: Yes
  • Water: Public Water
  • HVAC Area: 3882
  • Internet Service Availability: Yes
  • Internet Service Provider: Spectrum

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Amenities: Boats-Non Motor Only, Fishing, Playgound, Private Lake, Sidewalks, Street Lights
  • Association Fee: Yes
  • Association Fee: 400
  • Association Fee Per: Yearly

Fee Information

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

Schools

  • Elementary School: SOUTH SHADES CREST
  • Middle School: BUMPUS, ROBERT F
  • High School: HOOVER

Lot Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 39-00-31-1-000-002.003
  • Lot Description: Cul-de-sac, Some Trees, Subdivision
  • Number Acres: 0.38

Green Features

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

Tax Info

  • Tax District: HOOVER

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: SOUTH SHADES CREST
  • High School: HOOVER
  • Jr Middle School: BUMPUS, ROBERT F

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 31, 2025
Closed on
Apr 16, 2025
Sold by
Florala Holdings Llc
Bought by
Bishop Joseph Lamarcus and Bishop Tiffany Moore
Seller's Agent
Scott Heath
ARC Realty Vestavia
Buyer's Agent
Tracy Wright
W & J Realty, LLC
List Price
$534,900
Sold Price
$534,900
Views
79
Current Estimated Value
$533,040

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$1,860
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-1.50%
Original Mortgage
$525,211
Outstanding Balance
$524,748
Interest Rate
6.63%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$8,292

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 31, 2025
Closed on
Apr 14, 2025
Sold by
Florala Holdings Llc
Bought by
Bishop Joseph Lamarcus and Moore Bishop Tiffany
Seller's Agent
Scott Heath
ARC Realty Vestavia
Buyer's Agent
Tracy Wright
W & J Realty, LLC
List Price
$534,900
Sold Price
$534,900
Views
79

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$525,211
Outstanding Balance
$524,748
Interest Rate
6.63%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$8,292

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 13, 2024
Closed on
Dec 30, 2024
Sold by
Zylstra Jason and Zylstra Anna Claire
Bought by
Florala Holdings Llc
Seller's Agent
Scott Heath
ARC Realty Vestavia
Buyer's Agent
Scott Heath
ARC Realty Vestavia
List Price
$549,000
Sold Price
$505,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$44,000
-8.01%
Views
370

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
21.14%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 20, 2023
Closed on
Aug 18, 2023
Sold by
Snipes Jamarcus B
Bought by
Zylstra Jason and Zylstra Anna Claire
Seller's Agent
Britney Snipes
EXIT Elite Realty
Buyer's Agent
Scott Heath
ARC Realty Vestavia
List Price
$475,000
Sold Price
$475,000
Views
163

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.57%
Original Mortgage
$427,500
Interest Rate
6.81%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 30, 2013
Closed on
Oct 28, 2013
Sold by
Romano Marie M
Bought by
Snipes Jamarcus B and Snipes Britney L
Seller's Agent
Marie Romano
Romano Properties LLC
Buyer's Agent
Troy Tabor
Century 21 Advantage
List Price
$289,900
Sold Price
$283,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$6,400
-2.21%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.40%
Original Mortgage
$274,674
Interest Rate
4.33%
Mortgage Type
Commercial

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 8, 2004
Sold by
Smith Sadie L and Smith Alvena A
Bought by
Green Tree Financial Corp and Green Tree Al Llc

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 3, 2003
Sold by
Smith Sadie L
Bought by
State Of Alabama Department Of Revenue
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $534,900 --
Warranty Deed $534,900 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $505,000 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $475,000 --
Warranty Deed $283,500 --
Foreclosure Deed $255,910 --
Sheriffs Deed -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $525,211 FHA
Previous Owner $427,500 No Value Available
Previous Owner $108,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $53,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $297,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $274,674 Commercial
Previous Owner $264,762 Commercial
Previous Owner $26,000 Unknown
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/17/2025 04/17/25 Sold $534,900 0.0% $138 / Sq Ft
01/31/2025 01/31/25 For Sale $534,900 +5.9% $138 / Sq Ft
12/30/2024 12/30/24 Sold $505,000 -2.9% $130 / Sq Ft
12/16/2024 12/16/24 Pending -- -- --
11/26/2024 11/26/24 Price Changed $519,900 -0.8% $134 / Sq Ft
11/01/2024 11/01/24 Price Changed $524,000 -0.9% $135 / Sq Ft
10/22/2024 10/22/24 Price Changed $529,000 -0.9% $136 / Sq Ft
10/17/2024 10/17/24 Price Changed $534,000 -0.9% $138 / Sq Ft
10/08/2024 10/08/24 Price Changed $539,000 -0.9% $139 / Sq Ft
09/24/2024 09/24/24 Price Changed $544,000 -0.9% $140 / Sq Ft
09/13/2024 09/13/24 For Sale $549,000 +15.6% $141 / Sq Ft
08/18/2023 08/18/23 Sold $475,000 0.0% $121 / Sq Ft
07/25/2023 07/25/23 Pending -- -- --
07/20/2023 07/20/23 For Sale $475,000 +67.5% $121 / Sq Ft
10/28/2013 10/28/13 Sold $283,500 -2.2% $102 / Sq Ft
10/02/2013 10/02/13 Pending -- -- --
09/30/2013 09/30/13 For Sale $289,900 -- $104 / 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 $3,263 $45,680 -- --
2022 $3,149 $44,100 $5,850 $38,250
2021 $2,652 $37,260 $5,850 $31,410
2020 $2,221 $31,180 $5,850 $25,330
2019 $2,211 $31,180 $0 $0
2018 $2,193 $30,940 $0 $0
2017 $2,193 $30,940 $0 $0
2016 $2,193 $30,940 $0 $0
2015 $2,193 $30,940 $0 $0
2014 $2,236 $30,460 $0 $0
2013 $2,236 $31,460 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Greater Alabama MLS

MLS Number: 21396836

Greater Alabama MLS

APN: 39-00-31-1-000-002.003