Welcome to your dream retreat in Golden Forest! This spacious 4BR/2BA home sits on 2.1 scenic acres, blending country charm with modern convenience. The inviting layout is ideal for families or entertaining, with updates including a 2nd HVAC system and new roof—both added in 2020. The basement offers ~300 sq ft of unfinished space with a rough-plumbed bath—perfect for a future office, guest suite, or flex room. Zoned for livestock, the property includes a barn with power and water—ideal for horses, goats, or 4H animals. Enjoy a large privacy-fenced backyard, separate from the pasture—great for pets, play, or gatherings. A spacious storage building with a workshop and loft offers even more versatility. All just 1 mile from Ross Bridge and 3.3 miles from Lakeshore! Don’t miss this rare combination of land, location, and lifestyle!
Sold for $352,000
$352,000
1397 Golden Forest Dr, Bessemer, AL 35022
4beds
2,072sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1990
2.19 Acres Lot
$357,600 Zestimate®
$170/sqft
$2,105 Estimated rent
Home value
$357,600
$333,000 - $386,000
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Listed by:
Melvin Upchurch 205-223-6192,
LIST Birmingham
Bought with:
Damiano Duran
ARC Realty Vestavia-Liberty Pk
Source: GALMLS,MLS#: 21424620
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom, Dining Room, Bathroom, Kitchen, Master Bathroom, Master Bedroom
Primary bedroom
- Level: First
Bedroom 1
- Level: First
Bedroom 2
- Level: First
Bedroom 3
- Level: First
Primary bathroom
- Level: First
Bathroom 1
- Level: First
Dining room
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Features: Stone Counters, Kitchen Island, Pantry
- Level: First
Living room
- Level: First
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Gas Cooktop, Dishwasher, Microwave, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Stove-Gas, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Main Level, Laundry Closet, Laundry (ROOM), Yes
Features
- Recessed Lighting, Smooth Ceilings, Separate Shower, Split Bedrooms, Tub/Shower Combo, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Tile, Vinyl
- Basement: Full,Unfinished,Block
- Attic: Pull Down Stairs,Yes
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas Starter, Den, Gas
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 2,072 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,072
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Garage Faces Side
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Screened, Patio, Open (DECK), Screened (DECK), Deck
- Pool features: None
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Bath
- Has view: Yes
- View description: None
- Waterfront features: No
Lot
- Size: 2.19 Acres
Details
- Additional structures: Barn(s), Storage
- Parcel number: 3800131001012.001
- Special conditions: N/A
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding, Wood
- Foundation: Basement
Condition
- Year built: 1990
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Golden Forest
Location
- Region: Bessemer
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $170/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $215,200
- Annual tax amount: $1,025
- Price range: $352K - $352K
- Date on market: 7/11/2025
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/4/2025 | Sold | $352,000+0.6%$170/sqft |
Source:  GALMLS #21424620 Report a problem | ||
| 7/29/2025 | Contingent | $349,900$169/sqft |
Source: GALMLS #21424620 Report a problem | ||
| 7/22/2025 | Listed for sale | $349,900+40%$169/sqft |
Source: GALMLS #21424620 Report a problem | ||
| 1/19/2021 | Sold | $250,000+61.3%$121/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 9/11/2017 | Sold | $155,000-7.5%$75/sqft |
Source: GALMLS #778093 Report a problem | ||
| 3/23/2017 | Listed for sale | $167,500$81/sqft |
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| 4/11/2015 | Listing removed | $1,200$1/sqft |
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| 4/9/2015 | Listed for rent | $1,200$1/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,025 | $21,520 |
| 2024 | $1,025 | $21,520 |
| 2023 | $1,025 +24.6% | $21,520 +23.1% |
| 2022 | $823 -53% | $17,480 -50% |
| 2021 | $1,750 | $34,940 |
| 2020 | $1,750 | $34,940 |
| 2019 | $1,750 +17.6% | $34,940 +17.6% |
| 2018 | $1,489 +54.1% | $29,720 +54.1% |
| 2017 | $966 | $19,280 |
| 2016 | $966 | $19,280 |
| 2015 | $966 +0.2% | $19,280 +1.2% |
| 2014 | $964 +50.2% | $19,060 |
| 2013 | $642 | $19,060 +48.8% |
| 2012 | $642 -1.4% | $12,812 -1.4% |
| 2011 | $651 | $12,990 |
| 2010 | $651 | $12,990 |
| 2009 | $651 -2% | $12,990 -2% |
| 2008 | $664 -7.1% | $13,260 -7.1% |
| 2007 | $715 +3% | $14,270 +3% |
| 2006 | $694 +326.8% | $13,860 +326.5% |
| 2005 | $163 | $3,250 -50% |
| 2004 | $163 | $6,500 |
| 2003 | $163 +30.5% | $6,500 +161% |
| 2002 | $125 | $2,490 |
| 2001 | $125 | $2,490 |
| 2000 | $125 | $2,490 |
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Neighborhood: 35022
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Lipscomb Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 3 mi
- 8/10Mcadory Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 7.2 mi
- 3/10Mcadory High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 6.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Lipscomb
- Middle: Mcadory
- High: Mcadory
Source: GALMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- Alabama
- Jefferson County
- Hoover
- 35022
- 1397 Golden Forest Dr
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