Charming 3BR/2BA cottage on Smith Lake in sought-after Crane Hill offering 47’ of waterfront and approved by APCO for a swim pier. Located just minutes from Trident Marina in one of the lake’s most desirable areas, enjoy boating to dinner, live music, and concerts. Conveniently located with easy access to Interstate 65 and less than an hour from Birmingham. Inside, oversized windows showcase beautiful lake views and fill the home with natural light. Additional features include a detached 2-car garage. The neighboring property is also available for purchase, creating a rare opportunity for approximately 2 acres combined with approximately 100’ of waterfront (GAMLS: 21450764)
For sale
Price cut: $41K (8/12)
$448,900
385 County Road 209, Crane Hill, AL 35053
3beds
1,692sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1996
0.71 Acres Lot
$437,500 Zestimate®
$265/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Oversized windowsNatural lightBeautiful lake views
- 120 days |
- 2,052 |
- 77 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Chris Hicks CELL:205-352-8192,
Hicks Realty LLC
Source: GALMLS,MLS#: 21450753
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom, Bathroom, Kitchen, Master Bathroom, Master Bedroom
Primary bedroom
- Level: First
Bedroom 1
- Level: First
Bedroom 2
- Level: First
Primary bathroom
- Level: First
Bathroom 1
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Features: Laminate Counters, Eat-in Kitchen
- Level: First
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Stove-Electric, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Main Level, Laundry Room, Laundry (ROOM), Yes
Features
- None, Cathedral/Vaulted, Soaking Tub, Tub/Shower Combo
- Flooring: Hardwood, Laminate, Tile
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Attic: Pull Down Stairs,Yes
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,692 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,692
- Finished area below ground: 0
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Garage Faces Side
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Porch, Open (DECK), Deck
- Pool features: None
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water
- On waterfront: Yes
- Waterfront features: Waterfront
- Body of water: Smith Lake
- Frontage length: 47
Lot
- Size: 0.71 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 2802040001045.002
- Special conditions: N/A
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
Condition
- Year built: 1996
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: None
Location
- Region: Crane Hill
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $265/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $273,500
- Price range: $448.9K - $448.9K
- Date on market: 4/23/2026
Estimated market value
Zestimate®
$437,500
Estimated sales range
$416,000 - $459,000
Rent Zestimate®
$1,751/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/12/2026 | Price change | $448,900-8.4%$265/sqft |
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| 6/12/2026 | Price change | $489,900-6.7%$290/sqft |
Source: | ||
| 4/23/2026 | Listed for sale | $525,000-4.4%$310/sqft |
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| 11/9/2025 | Listing removed | $549,000$324/sqft |
Source: Walker County Area MLS #25-1007 Report a problem | ||
| 5/15/2025 | Listed for sale | $549,000$324/sqft |
Source: Walker County Area MLS #25-1007 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $27,360 +6.5% |
| 2024 | -- | $25,700 +4.6% |
| 2023 | $639 +9.8% | $24,580 +9.8% |
| 2022 | $582 +19.6% | $22,380 +19.6% |
| 2021 | $487 | $18,720 |
| 2020 | $487 | $18,720 +53.9% |
| 2019 | -- | $12,160 -33.3% |
| 2018 | -- | $18,220 +2.7% |
| 2017 | $461 | $17,740 |
| 2016 | -- | $17,740 |
| 2014 | -- | $17,740 |
| 2013 | -- | $17,740 |
| 2012 | -- | $17,740 -0.9% |
| 2010 | -- | $17,900 |
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Neighborhood: 35053
Getting around
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Cold Springs Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 3.5 mi
- 6/10Cold Springs High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.3 mi
- 8/10Harmony SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 8.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Cold Springs
- Middle: Cold Springs
- High: Cold Springs
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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