$229,900
OPEN HOUSE 8/17

797 Highway 71 Shelby, AL 35143

South Shelby Neighborhood

Estimated payment $1,370/month

Total Views 747
3 Beds
1 Bath
1,412 Sq Ft
$163 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • 2.17 Acre Lot
  • Attic
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Shelby Elementary School Rated A-
  • Bonus Room
  • Porch

About This Home

Experience the best of country living in this beautifully renovated brick home nestled on 2.17 private, wooded acres! This charming 3-bedroom, 1-bath retreat offers peace, privacy, and modern updates throughout. Step inside to discover fresh flooring, stylish tile work, an upgraded kitchen with new appliances, a completely updated bathroom, and all-new windows, lighting and plumbing. A brand-new HVAC system ensures year-round comfort, while the metal roof promises lasting durability. Cozy up by the wood-burning fireplace, or curl up with a good book by the built-in bookshelves. Enjoy slow mornings and starlit evenings on the spacious 5' x 20' covered front porch, where the only sounds you'll hear are those of nature. Located just 2 miles from beautiful Lay Lake, this property is ideal for outdoor lovers and hobby farmers alike—with plenty of space to garden, grow, and roam. Whether you're looking for a full-time homestead or a peaceful weekend escape, this home delivers.

Listing Agent

Carey Dodson

eXp Realty, LLC Central Listed on: 07/23/2025

eXp Realty, LLC Central

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Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,340

Year Built

  • Built in 1974

Lot Details

  • 2.17 Acre Lot
  • Few Trees

Home Design

  • Four Sided Brick Exterior Elevation

Interior Spaces

  • 1,412 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Crown Molding
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Brick Fireplace
  • Window Treatments
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Room
  • Bonus Room
  • Crawl Space
  • Attic

Kitchen

  • Electric Oven
  • Electric Cooktop
  • Stove
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Laminate Countertops

Flooring

  • Tile
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom
  • Bathtub and Shower Combination in Primary Bathroom

Laundry

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

Parking

  • Garage on Main Level
  • Driveway
  • Uncovered Parking
  • Off-Street Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Porch

Schools

  • Shelby Elementary School
  • Columbiana Middle School
  • Shelby County High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Septic Tank

Community Details

  • $17 Other Monthly Fees
  • Laundry Facilities

Listing and Financial Details

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,340

Year Built

Built in 1974

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Class: RESIDENTIAL
  • Down Payment Assistance: Yes
  • Down Payment Assistance URL: https://www.workforce-resource.com/dpr/listing/GALMLS/21426610?w=PubMLS
  • Living Area: 1412
  • Legal Description: DIST:01 CITY/MUNI/TWP:COUNTY SEC/TWN/RNG/MER:SEC 14 TWN 24N RNG 15E BEG NW COR SW1/4 OF SW1/4 E 755'(S) TO POB S 215.83 SE 61.65' SW TO N R/W CO RD 71 SELY ALG R/W 179.43 N TO N/L OF SW1/4 O
  • Fire District: North Shelby Fire and Emergency Medical District
  • List Price per Sq Ft: 162.82
  • Number Levels: 1-Story
  • Property Type: Single Family
  • Year Built Description: Existing
  • Year Built: 1974
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 162.82
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Built: 1974

Interior Features

  • Fireplace Details: Brick (FIREPL)
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room (FIREPL)
  • Fireplace Type: Woodburning
  • Floors: Tile Floor, Vinyl
  • Number Fireplaces: 1
  • Windows Treatments: All
  • Bedroom/Bathroom Features: Tub/Shower Combo
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Concatenated Rooms: |Kitchen1|DiningRoom1|Living1|Bedroom1|FullBath1|MasterBR1|Bonus1|Bedroom1|
  • Room 1: Kitchen, 12'10" x 9'11", On Level: 1
  • Room 2: Dining Room, 13'2" x 9'11", On Level: 1
  • Room 3: Living, 12'11" x 20'2", On Level: 1
  • Room 4: Bedroom, 10'5" x 12'11", On Level: 1
  • Room 5: Full Bath, 12'5" x 5'5", On Level: 1
  • Room 6: Master Bedroom, 12'5" x 15', On Level: 1
  • Room 7: Bonus, 7'11" x 13'5", On Level: 1
  • Room 8: Bedroom, 11'6" x 13'9", On Level: 1
  • Rooms Level 1: Bedroom (LVL 1), Bonus (LVL 1), Dining Room (LVL 1), Full Bath (LVL 1), Kitchen (LVL 1), Living (LVL 1), Master Bedroom (LVL 1)
  • Kitchen Countertops: Laminate
  • Kitchen Equipment: Cooktop-Electric, Dishwasher Built-In, Oven-Electric, Some Stainless Appl, Stove-Electric
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Laundry Dryer Hookup: Dryer-Electric
  • Laundry Features: Washer Hookup
  • Laundry Location: Laundry (MLVL)
  • Laundry Space: Room
  • Attic: Yes
  • Main Level Sq Ft: 1412

Exterior Features

  • Construction: 4 Sides Brick
  • Exterior Features: Porch
  • Foundation: Crawl Space
  • Water Heater: Electric (WTRHTR)

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Driveway Parking, Parking (MLVL), Off Street Parking, Uncovered Parking

Utilities

  • Heating: Central (HEAT), Electric (HEAT), Forced Air
  • Cooling: Central (COOL), Electric (COOL)
  • Sewer/Septic System: Septic
  • Water: Public Water
  • HVAC Area: 1412
  • Internet Service Availability: Yes
  • Internet Service Provider: AT&T

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Amenities: Laundry Facilities

Fee Information

  • Fire Fee: Included
  • Garbage Fee: Yes
  • Garbage Fee Amount: 50
  • Garbage Fee Per: Quarterly

Schools

  • Elementary School: SHELBY
  • Middle School: COLUMBIANA
  • High School: SHELBY COUNTY

Lot Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 336140000019.000
  • Lot Description: Acreage, Some Trees, Subdivision
  • Number Acres: 2.17

Tax Info

  • Tax District: COUNTY

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: SHELBY
  • High School: SHELBY COUNTY
  • Jr Middle School: COLUMBIANA

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Range of Values:

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Source: Public Records

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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 $1,340 $30,460 $0 $0
2023 $621 $14,120 $0 $0
2022 $523 $11,880 $0 $0
2021 $475 $10,800 $0 $0
2020 $459 $10,440 $0 $0
2019 $392 $8,920 $0 $0
2017 $367 $8,340 $0 $0
2015 $345 $7,840 $0 $0
2014 $336 $7,640 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/23/2025 07/23/25 For Sale $229,900 +119.0% $163 / Sq Ft
01/25/2024 01/25/24 Sold $105,000 -19.2% $70 / Sq Ft
01/15/2024 01/15/24 Pending -- -- --
01/15/2024 01/15/24 For Sale $130,000 -- $87 / Sq Ft
Source: Greater Alabama MLS

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $1,000 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $105,000 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed -- None Available
Survivorship Deed $70,530 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $72,158 Unknown
Previous Owner $78,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $19,400 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $60,000 Unknown
Source: Public Records

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Source: Greater Alabama MLS

MLS Number: 21426610

Greater Alabama MLS

APN: 33-6-14-0-000-019-000

Alabama Shelby County Shelby 35143 South Shelby

797 Highway 71, Shelby, AL

This home is located at 797 Highway 71, Shelby, AL 35143 and is currently priced at $229,900, approximately $162 per square foot. This property was built in 1974. 797 Highway 71 is a home located in Shelby County with nearby schools including Shelby Elementary School, Columbiana Middle School, and Shelby County High School.

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