Just over a mile from The University of Alabama, this historic full-brick home sits on nearly an acre of beautifully landscaped grounds. Boasting 4 bedrooms and 3 full baths, the spacious layout features hardwood floors throughout, original plaster moldings, and a charming Dutch front door. Enjoy the inviting front patio with views of the neighborhood or entertain on the original Italian slate back patio with a cozy outdoor fireplace. A built-in storm shelter adds peace of mind. Overflowing with character and timeless details, this sprawling home offers elegance, comfort, and unmatched charm in a prime location.
Sold for $490,000
$490,000
42 The Downs, Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
4beds
2,807sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1945
1.29 Acres Lot
$511,000 Zestimate®
$175/sqft
$2,991 Estimated rent
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Listed by:
Chris Brooks 205-908-1553,
Pritchett Moore Real Estate
Bought with:
Karen Cottingham, 000149758
Keller Williams Tuscaloosa
Source: WAMLS,MLS#: 169100
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Primary bedroom
- Description: Hardwood
- Level: First
Bedroom
- Description: Hardwood
- Level: First
Bedroom
- Description: Hardwood
- Level: Second
Bedroom
- Description: Hardwood
- Level: Third
Bedroom
- Description: Hardwood
- Level: Other
Bathroom
- Description: Ceramic Tile
- Level: First
Bathroom
- Description: Ceramic Tile
- Level: Second
Bathroom
- Description: Ceramic Tile
- Level: Third
Dining room
- Description: Hardwood
- Level: First
Foyer
- Description: Hardwood
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Description: Hardwood
- Level: First
Laundry
- Description: Brick
- Level: First
Living room
- Description: Hardwood
- Level: First
Heating
- Electric, Heat Pump, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric, 1 Unit, Wall/Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Convection Oven, Double Oven, Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Microwave, Range Hood
- Laundry: Main Level, Laundry Room
Features
- Breakfast Area, Ceiling Fan(s), Granite Counters, Solid Surface Counters, Window Treatments
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Windows: Blinds, Drapes, Wood Frames
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Outside, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,807
- Total interior livable area: 2,807 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Attached Carport, Asphalt, Driveway, Garage, Three Car Garage
- Garage spaces: 3
- Has carport: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Brick, Covered, Open, Patio, Porch
- Exterior features: Rain Gutters, Shed
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Wood
Lot
- Size: 1.29 Acres
- Dimensions: 254 x 222
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 3107264001049.000
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Other
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Roof: Composition,Shingle
Condition
- Resale
- Year built: 1945
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Connected
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Sewer Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Gutter(s)
- Security: Smoke Detector(s), Safe Room Interior
- Subdivision: The Downs
HOA
- Amenities included: None
Location
- Region: Tuscaloosa
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $175/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $300,500
- Annual tax amount: $1,502
- Date on market: 6/2/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 2 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/11/2025 | Listing removed | $3,600$1/sqft |
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| 7/28/2025 | Price change | $3,600+20%$1/sqft |
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| 7/21/2025 | Listed for rent | $3,000$1/sqft |
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| 6/30/2025 | Sold | $490,000+8.9%$175/sqft |
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| 6/5/2025 | Pending sale | $449,900$160/sqft |
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| 6/2/2025 | Listed for sale | $449,900+25%$160/sqft |
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| 10/8/2019 | Listing removed | $359,900$128/sqft |
Source: Keller Williams #134078 Report a problem | ||
| 7/27/2019 | Price change | $359,900-2.7%$128/sqft |
Source: Keller Williams Realty Tuscaloosa #134078 Report a problem | ||
| 7/11/2019 | Listed for sale | $369,900+16%$132/sqft |
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| 1/3/2017 | Sold | $319,000-1.5%$114/sqft |
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| 4/9/2015 | Listing removed | $324,000$115/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 3/31/2015 | Listed for sale | $324,000+8%$115/sqft |
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| 1/17/2015 | Listing removed | $299,900$107/sqft |
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| 5/13/2014 | Listed for sale | $299,900+7.9%$107/sqft |
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| 3/28/2014 | Sold | $278,000+2%$99/sqft |
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| 5/14/2009 | Sold | $272,500-5.7%$97/sqft |
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| 1/24/2009 | Listed for sale | $289,000+76%$103/sqft |
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| 11/14/2001 | Sold | $164,200$58/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,502 | $30,050 |
| 2023 | $1,502 | $30,050 |
| 2022 | $1,502 | -- |
| 2021 | $1,502 -6% | -- |
| 2020 | $1,598 | $31,940 |
| 2019 | $1,598 | $31,940 -2.6% |
| 2018 | $1,598 -2.7% | $32,790 |
| 2017 | $1,642 -2.6% | -- |
| 2016 | $1,685 | -- |
| 2015 | $1,685 | -- |
| 2014 | $1,685 -51.3% | $33,630 |
| 2013 | $3,464 -1.4% | -- |
| 2012 | $3,512 | -- |
| 2011 | $3,512 | -- |
| 2010 | $3,512 +105.5% | -- |
| 2009 | $1,709 +59.8% | -- |
| 2008 | $1,070 | $216,700 |
| 2007 | $1,070 | $216,700 |
| 2006 | $1,070 -26.1% | $216,700 -22.9% |
| 2005 | $1,447 +50.4% | $280,900 +43.3% |
| 2004 | $962 | $196,000 +17.2% |
| 2001 | -- | $167,200 -0.9% |
| 2000 | $822 | $168,800 |
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Neighborhood: 35401
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Univ Place Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.6 mi
- 4/10Westlawn Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.7 mi
- 2/10Central High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: University Place
- High: Central
Source: WAMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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