For sale

$4,250,000

3910 Highway 42, Calera, AL 35040

5beds

6,802sqft

$27,302/mo

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1932

145.57 Acres Lot

$-- Zestimate^®

$625/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Steeped in nearly two centuries of history, Shelby Springs is a truly one-of-a-kind private estate near Calera. Once one of Alabama’s celebrated mineral springs resorts, the property has served as an Antebellum resort destination, Civil War training camp & hospital, 1920s country club & private family estate since 1938. At its heart sits a stately two-story Georgian Colonial featuring 5 bedrooms, 4.5 baths, four Corinthian columns, a grand portico & beautiful historic details. The remarkable grounds include the original enclosed mineral springs, remnants of the historic hotel, a surviving resort-era guest cottage, swimming pool, guest house, gardens, pastures & open acreage. Offering incredible privacy, usable land & a history few properties can match, Shelby Springs is a rare opportunity for an equestrian or recreational retreat, family estate or unforgettable homestead just minutes from I-65.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 5
Bathrooms: 5
Full bathrooms: 4
1/2 bathrooms: 1

Rooms

Room types: Bedroom, Bonus Room, Den/Family (ROOM), Dining Room, Bathroom, Half Bath (ROOM), Kitchen, Master Bathroom, Master Bedroom, Office/Study (ROOM)

Primary bedroom

Level: First

Bedroom 1

Level: Second

Bedroom 2

Level: Second

Primary bathroom

Level: First

Bathroom 1

Level: Second

Bathroom 3

Level: Basement

Dining room

Level: First

Family room

Level: First

Kitchen

Features: Stone Counters, Breakfast Bar, Eat-in Kitchen, Pantry
Level: First

Living room

Level: First

Basement

Area: 1435

Office

Level: First

Heating

3+ Systems (HEAT), Heat Pump

Cooling

Dual, Heat Pump, Zoned, Ceiling Fan(s)

Appliances

Included: Gas Cooktop, Freezer, Microwave, Double Oven, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Stove-Gas, Gas Water Heater, Electric Water Heater
Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Main Level, Laundry Room, Yes

Features

Elevator, Multiple Staircases, Recessed Lighting, Textured Walls, Cathedral/Vaulted, High Ceilings, Crown Molding, Tray Ceiling(s), Linen Closet, Double Vanity, Tub/Shower Combo
Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
Windows: Window Treatments
Basement: Partial,Partially Finished,Daylight
Attic: Other,Yes
Number of fireplaces: 5
Fireplace features: Brick (FIREPL), Tile (FIREPL), Bedroom, Living Room, Recreation Room, Gas, Wood Burning

Interior area

Total interior livable area: 6,802 sqft
Finished area above ground: 5,367
Finished area below ground: 1,435

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Property

Parking

Parking features: Parking (MLVL), Unassigned

Features

Levels: One and One Half
Stories: 1.5
Patio & porch: Open (PATIO), Patio, Covered (DECK), Deck
Exterior features: Balcony, Lighting, Sprinkler System
Has private pool: Yes
Pool features: Cleaning System, In Ground, Private
Fencing: Fenced
Has water view: Yes
Water view: Water
Waterfront features: No

Lot

Size: 145.57 Acres
Features: Acreage, Horses Permitted, Pasture, Few Trees

Details

Additional structures: Barn(s), Guest House
Parcel number: 293070001001.002
Special conditions: N/A
Horses can be raised: Yes
Horse amenities: Horse Facilities

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Wood
Foundation: Basement

Condition

Year built: 1932

Utilities & green energy

Electric: Generator
Sewer: Septic Tank
Water: Public

Community & HOA

Community

Features: Fishing, Pond, Swimming Allowed
Subdivision: Calera

Location

Region: Calera

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $625/sqft
Tax assessed value: $1,623,640
Annual tax amount: $9,078
Price range: $4.3M - $4.3M
Date on market: 9/29/2026

Estimated market value

Not available

Estimated sales range

Not available

Price history

Date	Event	Price
9/30/2026	Listed for sale	$4,250,000+2035.7%$625/sqft
Source: GALMLS #21466391 Report a problem
1/29/2010	Sold	$199,000$29/sqft
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$9,078 -7%	$185,180 +2%
2024	$9,764 +70.5%	$181,580 +70%
2023	$5,726 +16%	$106,800 +15.9%
2022	$4,936 +8.6%	$92,160 +8.6%
2021	$4,544 +12.4%	$84,900 +4.3%
2020	$4,042 +4.5%	$81,380 +4.5%
2019	$3,868	$77,880 +7.4%
2017	$3,868 +11.3%	$72,540 +5.9%
2015	$3,475 -1.7%	$68,520 +3.5%
2014	$3,535 -0.2%	$66,220 -0.2%
2013	$3,541 +0.5%	$66,340 +0.5%
2012	$3,523 -5%	$66,000 -4.9%
2011	$3,708 -1.5%	$69,420 -1.5%
2010	$3,764 -0.8%	$70,460 -0.8%
2009	$3,795 +25.1%	$71,040 +26.4%
2007	$3,035 +11.3%	$56,200 -89.8%
2005	$2,726 +9.4%	$550,600
2003	$2,493	--