Sold
Last Sold Price
2 beds972 sqft
201 Benson Road, Gardendale, AL 35071
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.65 acresLot Size
1940Year Built
$123/sq ftPrice per sq ft
1 carParking Spaces

Description

Perfect Starter Home This charming 2 bedroom 1 bath Craftsman is located in the heart of Gardendale and is in walking distance to surrounding shops, restaurants, and parks. Home has a huge front yard with a large porch, perfect for sipping morning coffee. Walk into the living room that features a wood burning fireplace surrounded by built ins. There is a perfect space for a home office or playroom for the kids. Large fenced in back yard. Detached carport/workshop.Perfect Starter Home This charming 2 bedroom 1 bath Craftsman is located in the heart of Gardendale and is in walking distance to surrounding shops, restaurants, and parks. Home has a huge front yard with a large porch, perfect for sipping morning coffee. Walk into the living room that features a wood burning fireplace surrounded by built ins. There is a perfect space for a home office or playroom for the kids. Large fenced in back yard. Detached carport/workshop.
  • Listed by: Angie Rouse 205.608.8126 angierousehome@gmail.com Brokerage DRE #117322 • RE/MAX Advantage North
  • Listed by: Kelley Shaw Smith 205.608.8126 kelleyshawsmith@hotmail.com Brokerage DRE #117322 • RE/MAX Advantage North
Listing closed: 03/15/2021 12:00 AM • Source: Greater Alabama MLS, MLS#: 1274686

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Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$155,000

Avg days on market

31

Sale-to-list ratio

97.8%

Gardendale, AL

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Square Feet
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$155,000 | 2516 Rhody Drive, Gardendale, AL 35071
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Square Feet
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Property Information for 201 Benson Road

Property Details
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: 1-Story
  • Has Waterfront: No
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1940
  • Lot Size: 0.65 AC / 28,314 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: From 65N. Off at Fieldstown Rd turn right. Left on Hwy 31. Right on Moncrief Rd. Right on Benson Rd. House is on right.
  • Latitude: 33.66233201
  • Longitude: -86.810807
  • MLS Area Major: Fultondale, Gardendale, Mt Olive
  • Senior Community: No
Taxes and HOA
  • Parcel Number: 14-00-12-2-004-006.000
School Information
  • Elementary School: GARDENDALE
  • High School: GARDENDALE
  • Middle Or Junior School: BRAGG
Parking
  • Carport Spaces: 1.0
  • Carport: Yes
  • Parking Features: Driveway
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.65
Property and Assessments
  • Living Area: 972.0
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1940
Farm Information
  • Horse: No
Utilities
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Door Features: French Doors
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch
  • Private Pool: No
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Cooktop, Refrigerator, Microwave, Electric Water Heater, Dryer
  • Basement: Crawl Space
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Has Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Central
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Has Fireplace: Yes
  • Total Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room, Wood Burning
  • Flooring: Laminate, Tile
  • Interior Features: Laminate Counters
  • Laundry Features: Main Level, Laundry Room, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
  • Water Heater: Electric

Property History for 201 Benson Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Mar 15, 2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1456501419

$120,000

+11.4% / yr

Mar 15, 2021

Sold

Greater Alabama MLS #1274686

$120,000—
Jan 27, 2021

Contract Signed

Greater Alabama MLS #1274686

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DateEvent & SourcePrice
03/15/2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1456501419

$120,000

+11.4% / yr

03/15/2021

Sold

Greater Alabama MLS #1274686

$120,000
01/27/2021

Contract Signed

Greater Alabama MLS #1274686

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Public Records for 201 Benson Road

Taxable ValueLand-Additions-Total-
Tax Record2025$784 ($65 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Baths1Total Finished SqFt972 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt972 SqFtStories1Lot Size28,500 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1940Year Renovated1991ZoningR1CountyJEFFERSONAPN14-00-12-2-004-006.000

Schools near 201 Benson Road

This home is within Jefferson County School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - K to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Snow Rogers Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Bragg Middle School
Public6 to 8

Gardendale 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: 201 Benson Road, Gardendale, AL 35071
$120,000
2
972
28,314
–
3
1
1,153
28,600
$237,000
3
1,700
25,700
–
3
1
1,284
20,740
$96,500
3
1,408
27,500
–
3
1
1,158
28,600

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