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Last Sold Price
4 beds3,313 sqft
178 River Valley Road, Helena, AL 35080
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.41 acresLot Size
2004Year Built
$130/sq ftPrice per sq ft
$600/yrHOA Fees
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

2004 Riverwoods Parade Home! Special modifications, upgrades and special finishes. Beautifully landscaped, with covered front porch and gorgeous stacked stone on house front! Grand foyer and hardwoods through living areas. Very generous trim package throughout. Stunning dining area with lots of light. Living room features magnificent custom stone FP, vaulted ceilings and opening into kitchen with nice layout, eating area and bay window. Kitchen opens into well appointed keeping room and has 2nd custom...2004 Riverwoods Parade Home! Special modifications, upgrades and special finishes. Beautifully landscaped, with covered front porch and gorgeous stacked stone on house front! Grand foyer and hardwoods through living areas. Very generous trim package throughout. Stunning dining area with lots of light. Living room features magnificent custom stone FP, vaulted ceilings and opening into kitchen with nice layout, eating area and bay window. Kitchen opens into well appointed keeping room and has 2nd custom stone FP. Master suite has been oversized from plan with sitting area. Perfect space and finishes in the master bath. The spectacular staircase in center of home features wrought iron spindles and mid-way landing. Flexible loft space leads to 3 spacious bedrooms, one with full bath and another jack-n-jill. Large walk-ins. Lovely screened in porch overlooking a graciously landscaped and new fenced backyard. Newly replaced HVAC units. 2 car garage with custom flooring
  • Listed by: Wendy Gilmore 205.397.6500 wendysellsbest@gmail.com Brokerage DRE #000078100 • Keller Williams Realty Vestavia
Listing closed: 06/29/2021 12:00 AM • Source: Greater Alabama MLS, MLS#: 1284115

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$485,000

Avg days on market

17

Sale-to-list ratio

98.3%

Helena, AL

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Property Information for 178 River Valley Road

Property Details
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: 1.5-Story
  • Subdivision Name: RIVERWOODS
  • Has Waterfront: No
Building Information
  • Year Built: 2004
  • Lot Size: 0.41 AC / 17,859 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: I65 S to Exit 242 - at hwy 31 intersection go right then immediate left at light on 52. Continue til road Ts then left on 17 - Right on 52 by CVS, turn R into Riverwoods, go through round about and take 2nd right - Turn left on River Valley Rd - home on left.
  • Latitude: 33.299733
  • Longitude: -86.870785
  • MLS Area Major: Helena, Pelham
  • Senior Community: No
Taxes and HOA
  • Association Fee: $600.00
  • Association Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Association Fee Includes: Maintenance Grounds, Insurance
  • Association: Yes
  • Association Fee Monthly: $50.00
  • Parcel Number: 13-4-17-0-007-039.000
School Information
  • Elementary School: HELENA
  • High School: HELENA
  • Middle Or Junior School: HELENA
Parking
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached, Garage Faces Side
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Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Features: Interior Lot, Few Trees
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.41
  • Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
Property and Assessments
  • Living Area: 3313.0
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 2004
Building Features
  • Accessibility Features: Therapeutic Whirlpool
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Foundation Details: Slab
Farm Information
  • Horse: No
Utilities
  • Utilities: Underground Utilities, Sewer Connected
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Community Features: Pool, Clubhouse
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio, Porch, Screened
  • Pool Features: Outdoor Pool, In Ground, Fenced, Community
  • Private Pool: No
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Cooktop, Electric Oven, Microwave, Gas Water Heater, Disposal, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Dual
  • Has Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Central, Electric
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Has Fireplace: Yes
  • Total Fireplaces: 2
  • Fireplace Features: Family Room, Gas Log, Stone, Gas
  • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
  • Interior Features: Breakfast Bar, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Pantry, Tray Ceiling(s), High Ceilings, Recessed Lighting, Master Downstairs, Smart Thermostat, Eat-in Kitchen
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Room, Main Level, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Sink
  • Water Heater: Gas
  • Window Features: Bay Window(s), Double Pane Windows

Property History for 178 River Valley Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 29, 2021

Sold

Greater Alabama MLS #1284115

$429,900
Jun 28, 2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1465027874

$429,900

+1.5% / yr

May 28, 2021

Contract Signed

Greater Alabama MLS #1284115

DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/29/2021

Sold

Greater Alabama MLS #1284115

$429,900
06/28/2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1465027874

$429,900

+1.5% / yr

05/28/2021

Contract Signed

Greater Alabama MLS #1284115

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Public Records for 178 River Valley Road

Taxable ValueLand-Additions-Total-
Tax Record2025$2,484 ($207 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Total Finished SqFt3,313 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,313 SqFtStories1Lot Size20,038 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built2005CountySHELBYAPN134170007039000Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 178 River Valley Road

This home is within Shelby County School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 2
Public - 3 to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Helena Elementary School
PublicK to 2

Helena Intermediate School
Public3 to 5

Helena Middle School
Public6 to 8

Helena High School
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 178 River Valley Road, Helena, AL 35080
$429,900
4
3,313
17,859
$502,000
5
3,167
18,295
$329,000
3.5
3,240
18,905
$319,900
4
2,837
31,320
$368,000
4
3,080
16,640
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17,859

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