Step into the charm of a bygone era with this beautifully maintained 1930 home in the heart of Valley Head. Offering 2,209 square feet, five bedrooms, and two full baths, this property combines classic character with the space and flexibility today’s buyers need. Recent improvements, including new flooring in select rooms, updated appliances, and fresh paint in portions of the interior and exterior, add a refreshed touch while preserving the home’s historic appeal. Set on a quiet street near local schools and everyday conveniences, this inviting home is a rare opportunity to own a piece of Valley Head history with thoughtful updates already in place.
For sale
Price cut: $5K (5/24)
$395,000
17 High Ave, Valley Head, AL 35989
5beds
2,209sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1930
0.8 Acres Lot
$380,200 Zestimate®
$179/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Quiet streetUpdated appliancesFive bedrooms
- 113 days |
- 235 |
- 11 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Shannon Shaw 256-513-2727,
LPT Realty
Source: ValleyMLS,MLS#: 21912142
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Master Bedroom, Living Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Bedroom 4
Primary bedroom
- Features: Wood Floor
- Level: First
- Area: 180
- Dimensions: 12 x 15
Bedroom 2
- Features: Wood Floor
- Level: Second
- Area: 180
- Dimensions: 15 x 12
Bedroom 3
- Features: Wood Floor
- Level: Second
- Area: 180
- Dimensions: 15 x 12
Bedroom 4
- Features: Wood Floor
- Level: Second
- Area: 180
- Dimensions: 15 x 12
Bedroom 5
- Features: Wood Floor
- Level: Second
- Area: 180
- Dimensions: 15 x 12
Kitchen
- Features: Tile
- Level: First
- Area: 264
- Dimensions: 12 x 22
Living room
- Features: Wood Floor
- Level: First
- Area: 180
- Dimensions: 12 x 15
Heating
- Floor Furnace
Cooling
- Window 2
Features
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: One
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 2,209 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Circular Driveway
Lot
- Size: 0.8 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 1009310001010.001
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1930
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Metes And Bounds
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Valley Head
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $179/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $277,600
- Annual tax amount: $1,149
- Date on market: 3/13/2026
Estimated market value
$380,200
$361,000 - $399,000
$1,415/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/24/2026 | Price change | $395,000-1.2%$179/sqft |
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| 3/13/2026 | Listed for sale | $399,999+122.2%$181/sqft |
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| 8/29/2024 | Sold | $180,000-10%$81/sqft |
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| 7/26/2024 | Contingent | $199,900$90/sqft |
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| 7/10/2024 | Listed for sale | $199,900$90/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,149 +37.8% | $28,360 +37.8% |
| 2024 | $833 +127.7% | $20,580 +127.7% |
| 2023 | $366 | $9,040 |
| 2022 | $366 +38.2% | $9,040 +38.2% |
| 2021 | $265 | $6,540 |
| 2020 | $265 | $6,540 +6.9% |
| 2017 | -- | $6,120 |
| 2015 | -- | $6,120 |
| 2014 | -- | $6,120 +28.6% |
| 2013 | -- | $4,760 |
| 2012 | -- | $4,760 |
| 2011 | -- | $4,760 |
| 2010 | -- | $4,760 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 35989
Getting around
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GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Valley Head High SchoolGrades: PK-12Distance: 0.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Valley Head Elementary
- Middle: Valley Head
- High: Valley Head High
Source: ValleyMLS. 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
- De Kalb County
- Valley Head
- 35989
- 17 High Ave






