$599,000
UNDER CONTRACT

781 County Road 235 Arley, AL 35541

Estimated payment $3,402/month

Total Views 6,496
3 Beds
3 Baths
1,548 Sq Ft
$387 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Boathouse
  • 115 Feet of Waterfront
  • Wood Flooring
  • Meek Elementary School Rated 9+
  • Boat Lift
  • No HOA

About This Home

Smith Lake (Rock Creek) One of the most well known homes on the lake! If you have been on Rock Creek, you will immediately know this cottage. It is truly a famous landmark! Now, it is for sale! The current owners have lovingly restored this vintage cottage and it is just spectacular. The main home has 2BR/2BA with each being a separate living space. Modernized and updated, yet maintaining the classic vibe! The views...they are just outstanding! Also on the property is a guest cottage with 1BR/1BA. This houses a complete living area with a garage. Enjoy the lakeside screened porch overlooking stunning Rock Creek. Floating in very deep clear water is the covered boathouse with swim pier. This property has the stunning natural wall shoreline that our lake is known for. Buy this, and you will own a piece of Smith Lake nostalgia. This home does face East so you can enjoy the outdoor areas in the shade.

This property has established rental history and is short term rental ready. No HOA or fees! Also, for $100 per year, you have access to the community boat ramp and picnic area. It is within walking distance. This is a great advantage for those looking to rent!

Listing Agent

Justin Dyar

Lake Homes Realty License #000079039 Listed on: 03/20/2025

Lake Homes Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,650

Year Built

  • Built in 1984

Lot Details

  • 0.4 Acre Lot
  • 115 Feet of Waterfront

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Carport

Home Design

  • Cottage
  • Frame Construction
  • Shingle Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,548 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Screened Porch

Kitchen

  • Electric Oven
  • Electric Range

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms

Outdoor Features

  • Waterfront Platform
  • Boat Lift
  • Boathouse
  • Covered Deck

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Septic Tank

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Sundeck

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 67 20 06 13 0 202 001.006

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,650

Year Built

Built in 1984

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.4
  • Subdivision Name: None
  • Directions: CR77 onto CR12. TL onto CR235. Property on L.
  • Architectural Style: Cottage
  • Carport Y N: Yes
  • Garage Yn: No
  • Building Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1984
  • Schools Middle Schools: County
  • Schools High Schools: County
  • Waterfront Frontage: 115+/-
  • Appliances Refrigerators: Yes
  • Special Features: UnderContract
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Oven (Elec), Range (Elec), Refrigerator
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Flooring: Wood, Tile, Other
  • Appliances:Oven (Elec): Yes
  • Appliances:Range (Elec): Yes

Exterior Features

  • Waterfront Features: Boat House, Boat Lift, Swim Platform
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Construction Type: Frame
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered Deck, Screen Porch, Open/Sun Deck
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Construction:Frame2: Yes
  • Waterfront Features:Boat House: Yes
  • Waterfront Features:Characteristics: Gentle to Bluff
  • Waterfront Features:Shoreline: Year Round Water
  • Waterfront Features:Boat Lift: Yes
  • Waterfront Features:Swim Platform: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • General Property Description:Garage Remarks2: Attached
  • General Property Description:Garage Stall2: 2

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central (Elec)
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Central (Elec)
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • 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: 17424.0
  • Parcel #: 67 20 06 13 0 202 001.006
  • Zoning: No Zoning

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 1650.32
  • Tax Year: 2025

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Range of Values:

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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 $1,651 $58,960 $0 $0
2023 $1,651 $49,020 $0 $0
2022 $1,201 $42,880 $0 $0
2021 $1,128 $40,300 $0 $0
2020 $1,048 $37,420 $0 $0
2019 $483 $37,420 $0 $0
2018 $478 $18,520 $0 $0
2017 $0 $195,760 $0 $0
2016 $0 $195,760 $0 $0
2015 -- $198,060 $0 $0
2014 -- $186,080 $0 $0
2013 -- $194,080 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/23/2025 06/23/25 Price Changed $599,000 -7.7% $387 / Sq Ft
04/23/2025 04/23/25 Price Changed $649,000 -4.4% $419 / Sq Ft
03/20/2025 03/20/25 For Sale $679,000 +299.4% $439 / Sq Ft
11/02/2018 11/02/18 Sold $170,000 0.0% $159 / Sq Ft
09/05/2018 09/05/18 Pending -- -- --
07/17/2018 07/17/18 For Sale $170,000 -- $159 / Sq Ft
Source: Walker Area Association of REALTORS®

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $170,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $7,500 --
Source: Public Records

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Source: Walker Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 25-604

APN: 20-06-13-0-202-001.006