$472,500
SOLD APR 1, 2025

169 Sweet Gum Dr Chelsea, AL 35043

4 Beds
4.5 Baths
3,033 Sq Ft
2.23 Acres

Recently Sold

$156 Per Sq Ft

9% Below List Price

63 Days on Market

Highlights

  • In Ground Pool
  • 2.23 Acre Lot
  • Screened Deck
  • Forest Oaks Elementary School Rated A-
  • Heavily Wooded Lot
  • Wood Flooring

About This Home

As of April 2025

Back on the market at no fault of the seller! Their loss is your gain!! Listed under appraised value!! This stunning 4-bedroom, 4.5-bath brick home is perfectly situated on over 2 acres of serene property, offering the best of both worlds: privacy and the convenience of subdivision living. Located in the heart of Chelsea, just minutes away from top-rated schools, shopping, and restaurants.The spacious floor plan is designed for both comfort and entertainment, featuring a beautiful kitchen, cozy living areas, and generously sized bedrooms.Step outside and enjoy your private oasis with an in-ground saltwater pool, ideal for relaxing or hosting gatherings. The backyard offers endless possibilities, all while maintaining a sense of seclusion.The finished basement adds even more value, boasting a large den, full bathroom, and a office space, perfect for working from home or accommodating guests.This home has it all, space, style, and convenience!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Lindsey Fulton

ARC Realty Pelham Branch

ARC Realty Pelham Branch

Last Buyer's Agent

Jill Sinclair

RE/MAX Advantage South

RE/MAX Advantage South

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,984

Year Built

  • Built in 2003

Lot Details

  • 2.23 Acre Lot
  • Irregular Lot
  • Heavily Wooded Lot

HOA Fees

  • $8 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Side Facing Garage
  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Four Sided Brick Exterior Elevation

Interior Spaces

  • 1.5-Story Property
  • Smooth Ceilings
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Room
  • Home Office
  • Pull Down Stairs to Attic

Kitchen

  • Electric Oven
  • Electric Cooktop
  • Dishwasher
  • Solid Surface Countertops

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom on Main
  • 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

Pool

  • In Ground Pool
  • Saltwater Pool

Outdoor Features

  • Screened Deck
  • Covered patio or porch

Schools

  • Forest Oaks Elementary School
  • Chelsea Middle School
  • Chelsea High School

Utilities

  • Multiple cooling system units
  • Heating Available
  • Underground Utilities
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Septic Tank

Community Details

  • Association fees include common grounds mntc
  • $37 Other Monthly Fees

Listing and Financial Details

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,984

Year Built

Built in 2003

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$8 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Class: RESIDENTIAL
  • Property Access: Paved Road
  • Down Payment Assistance: Yes
  • Down Payment Assistance URL: https://www.workforce-resource.com/dpr/listing/GALMLS/21405200?w=PubMLS
  • Living Area: 2425
  • Legal Description: Block: Lot: 205A YELLOWLEAF RIDGE ESTATES SECOND SEC RES
  • List Price per Sq Ft: 206.14
  • Number Levels: 1.5-Story
  • Property Type: Single Family
  • Year Built Description: Existing
  • Year Built: 2003
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 155.79
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Built: 2003

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Recess Lighting
  • Fireplace Details: Gas Starter
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room (FIREPL)
  • Fireplace Type: Gas (FIREPL)
  • Floors: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile Floor, Vinyl
  • Number Fireplaces: 1
  • Bedroom/Bathroom Features: Separate Shower, Tub/Shower Combo
  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 5
  • Concatenated Rooms: |Living1|DiningRoom1|Kitchen1|Laundry1|MasterBR1|MasterBath1|HalfBath1|Bedroom2|Bedroom2|FullBath2|Bedroom2|DenB|FullBathB|OfficeB|
  • Room 1: Living, On Level: 1
  • Room 2: Dining Room, On Level: 1
  • Room 3: Kitchen, 1, 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: Half Bath, On Level: 1
  • Room 8: Bedroom, On Level: 2
  • Room 9: Bedroom, On Level: 2
  • Room 10: Full Bath, On Level: 2
  • Room 11: Bedroom, On Level: 2
  • Room 12: Den/Family, On Level: B
  • Room 14: Full Bath, On Level: B
  • Room 15: Office/Study, On Level: B
  • Basement Rooms: Den/Family (LVL BSMT), Full Bath (LVL BSMT), Office/Study (LVL BSMT)
  • Rooms Level 1: Dining 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: Solid Surface
  • Kitchen Equipment: Cooktop-Electric, Dishwasher Built-In, Oven-Electric, Refrigerator
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Laundry Dryer Hookup: Dryer-Electric
  • Laundry Features: Washer Hookup
  • Laundry Location: Laundry (MLVL)
  • Laundry Space: Room
  • Attic: Yes
  • Attic Type: Pull-Down, Walk-In
  • Basement Finished Sq Ft: 608
  • Unfinished Basement Sq Ft: 914
  • Main Level Sq Ft: 1508
  • Upper Level Sq Ft: 917

Exterior Features

  • Patio: Yes
  • Construction: 4 Sides Brick
  • Decks: Yes
  • Decks Type: Open (DECK), Screened (DECK)
  • Foundation: Basement
  • Patio Type: Covered - (PATIO)
  • Pool: Yes
  • Pool Features: In-Ground, Salt Water
  • Pool: Personal Pool
  • Water Heater: Electric (WTRHTR)

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

  • Heating: Electric (HEAT)
  • Cooling: 3+ Systems (COOL)
  • Sewer/Septic System: Septic
  • Underground Utils: Yes
  • Water: Public Water
  • HVAC Area: 3033
  • Internet Service Availability: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: Yes
  • Association Fee: 100
  • Association Fee Per: Yearly

Fee Information

  • Fees Include: Common Grounds Mntc
  • Garbage Fee: Yes
  • Garbage Fee Amount: 110
  • Garbage Fee Per: Quarterly

Schools

  • Elementary School: FOREST OAKS
  • Middle School: CHELSEA
  • High School: CHELSEA

Lot Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 09-8-34-0-001-010.005
  • Lot Description: Acreage, Heavy Treed Lot, Irregular Lot, Subdivision
  • Number Acres: 2.23

Tax Info

  • Tax District: CHELSEA

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: FOREST OAKS
  • High School: CHELSEA
  • Jr Middle School: CHELSEA

Map

Range of Values:

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/01/2025 04/01/25 Sold $472,500 -5.5% $156 / Sq Ft
02/08/2025 02/08/25 Price Changed $499,900 -2.4% $165 / Sq Ft
01/31/2025 01/31/25 Price Changed $512,000 -1.5% $169 / Sq Ft
12/27/2024 12/27/24 For Sale $520,000 -- $171 / Sq Ft
Source: Greater Alabama MLS

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 $1,984 $46,020 $0 $0
2023 $1,906 $44,240 $0 $0
2022 $1,698 $39,520 $0 $0
2021 $1,535 $35,820 $0 $0
2020 $1,505 $0 $0 $0
2019 $1,515 $35,360 $0 $0
2017 $1,449 $33,860 $0 $0
2015 $1,421 $33,220 $0 $0
2014 $1,356 $31,740 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $401,600 New Conventional
Previous Owner $113,000 Commercial
Previous Owner $24,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $248,000 Fannie Mae Freddie Mac
Previous Owner $203,000 Unknown
Source: Public Records

Deed History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $472,500 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $310,000 None Available
Survivorship Deed $278,000 --
Source: Public Records

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Source: Greater Alabama MLS

MLS Number: 21405200

Greater Alabama MLS

APN: 09-8-34-0-001-010-005