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5 beds6,121 sqft$141/sqft
9781 Shipptown Road, Empire, AL 35063
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Single FamilyProperty Type
17.90 acresLot Size
1996Year Built
$141/sq ftPrice per sq ft
3 carsParking Spaces

Description

New price! Exceptional value in the beautiful Corner Community of Blount County, located in the Hayden School Zone. This one-of-a-kind full brick estate offers over 6,100 square feet of living space on 17.9 picturesque acres with a beautiful 3-acre pond and an impressive 55×80 workshop complete with office and full bath. The home offers a total of 5 bedrooms, 5 full baths, and 2 half baths. The thoughtfully designed floor plan includes a main-level primary suite, three private upstairs bedroom ensuites,...New price! Exceptional value in the beautiful Corner Community of Blount County, located in the Hayden School Zone. This one-of-a-kind full brick estate offers over 6,100 square feet of living space on 17.9 picturesque acres with a beautiful 3-acre pond and an impressive 55×80 workshop complete with office and full bath. The home offers a total of 5 bedrooms, 5 full baths, and 2 half baths. The thoughtfully designed floor plan includes a main-level primary suite, three private upstairs bedroom ensuites, and a finished basement apartment with private entrance and parking, offering exceptional comfort for family, guests, or multigenerational living. A spacious den, home office, large kitchen, and formal dining room provide plenty of room for everyday living and entertaining. Enjoy peaceful country living just a short drive from Birmingham, Cullman, and Huntsville. Schedule your private showing today and come see why this property is unlike anything else on the market!
336 days on Market
  • Listed by: Janet Carruth 888.923.5547 contact@teamcarruth.com Brokerage DRE #134855 • eXp Realty, LLC Central
  • Listed by: Thomas Carruth 888.923.5547 contact@teamcarruth.com Brokerage DRE #134855 • eXp Realty, LLC Central
Last updated: 08/23/2026 09:27 PM • Source: Greater Alabama MLS, MLS#: 21433071

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Property Information for 9781 Shipptown Road

Property Details
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: 2+ Story
  • Subdivision Name: MOUNTAIN VISTA ESTATES
  • View: Lake
  • Has View: Yes
  • Waterfront Features: Pond
  • Has Waterfront: No
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1996
  • Lot Size: 17.90 AC / 779,723 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: I65-take exit 282, left on Warrior Jasper Rd, right on Arkadelphia Rd, left on Corner Rd, right on Shipp Rd, left on Shipptown Rd, about 1 mile, property will be on the right. Look for the big ship anchor mailbox on the left, driveway will be on the right.
  • Latitude: 33.830731
  • Longitude: -86.94211
  • MLS Area Major: Corner, Kimberly, Morris, Smoke Rise, Warrior
  • Senior Community: No
Taxes and HOA
  • Association: No
  • Parcel Number: 25-02-10-0-000-004.021
School Information
  • Elementary School: HAYDEN
  • High School: HAYDEN
  • Middle Or Junior School: HAYDEN
Parking
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 3.0
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached, Basement, Garage Faces Side, Driveway
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Features: Pasture, Few Trees
  • Lot Size Acres: 17.9
Property and Assessments
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 1488.0
  • Living Area: 6121.0
  • Living Area Source: Appraiser
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1996
Building Features
  • Accessibility Features: Therapeutic Whirlpool
  • Other Structures: Workshop
  • Construction Materials: Brick
Farm Information
  • Horse: Yes
  • Other Equipment: Intercom
Utilities
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Utilities: Underground Utilities
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Community Features: Fishing
  • Door Features: French Doors
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Patio, Porch, Screened
  • Private Pool: No
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Cooktop, Electric Oven, Refrigerator, Microwave, Electric Water Heater, Trash Compactor, Dryer
  • Basement: Full, Concrete
  • Has Basement: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 5
  • Half Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 7
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Fireplace Features: Great Room, Living Room, Wood Burning
  • Total Fireplaces: 2
  • Has Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Brick, Carpet, Hardwood
  • Interior Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Kitchen Island, Walk-In Closet(s), Crown Molding, Tray Ceiling(s), High Ceilings, Central Vacuum, Recessed Lighting, Tile Counters, Master Downstairs, Eat-in Kitchen
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Room, Main Level, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Sink
  • Water Heater: Electric
Room Information
Room 1
  • Level: Second
  • Type: Bathroom 4
Room 2
  • Level: Second
  • Type: Bedroom 3
Room 3
  • Level: First
  • Type: Bathroom 2
Room 4
  • Level: First
  • Type: Laundry
Room 5
  • Level: First
Room 6
  • Level: First
  • Type: Family Room
Room 7
  • Level: Second
  • Type: Bathroom 5
Room 8
  • Level: Second
  • Type: Bedroom 2
Room 9
  • Level: Second
  • Type: Bedroom 4
Room 10
  • Level: First
  • Type: Bathroom 3
Room 11
  • Level: First
  • Type: Kitchen
Room 12
  • Level: First
  • Type: Dining Room

Property History for 9781 Shipptown Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 27, 2026

Price Change

Greater Alabama MLS #21433071

$865,000
Oct 2, 2025

Listed (Active)

Greater Alabama MLS #21433071

$1,132,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/27/2026

Price Change

Greater Alabama MLS #21433071

$865,000
10/02/2025

Listed (Active)

Greater Alabama MLS #21433071

$1,132,000

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Public Records for 9781 Shipptown Road

Taxable ValueLand-Additions-Total-
Tax Record2025$33 ($3 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Total Finished SqFt976 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt976 SqFtStories1Lot Size82,764 SqFtStyleMiscellaneous Vacant LandYear Built1950Year Renovated1950CountyBLOUNTAPN25-02-10-0-000-004.004

Schools near 9781 Shipptown Road

This home is within Blount County School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 2
Public - 3 to 4
Public - 5 to 7
Public - 8 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Hayden Primary School
PublicPK to 2

Hayden Elementary School
Public3 to 4

Hayden Middle School
Public5 to 7

Hayden High School
Public8 to 12

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9781 Shipptown Road is a single family home for sale in Empire, AL 35063. This property was listed for sale on October 2, 2025 by eXp Realty, LLC Central, it's currently listed at $865,000. This listing's school district is Blount County School District. Nearby schools include Hayden Primary School, Hayden Elementary School and Hayden Middle School. 9781 Shipptown Road is a 5-bed, 7-bath, 6,121 sqft single family home built in 1996.

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