Welcome to your dream home on one of Liberty Park’s favorite streets—Galen Way! Nestled at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac on over an acre, this home offers privacy, space, and a peaceful creek along the back. The large backyard is perfect for entertaining, relaxing, or even adding a pool. Inside, you’ll love the open, welcoming layout with a spacious dining room, private office, and a chef’s kitchen featuring a large island, ample storage, and a sunny breakfast area that opens to the cozy living room. The main-level primary suite offers a spa-like bath and custom walk-in closet. Upstairs includes two BR, a guest suite with a private bath, and a versatile hideaway for work or play. The finished basement adds a kitchenette, bonus living area, bedroom, and exercise room—perfect for guests or family hangouts. Walking distance to Liberty Park’s award-winning schools and close to the neighborhood pool and playgrounds, this rare find truly has it all in one of LP's most sought after locations!
Sold for $829,900
$829,900
4499 Galen Way, Vestavia Hills, AL 35242
5beds
4,872sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2002
1.13 Acres Lot
$837,000 Zestimate®
$170/sqft
$5,471 Estimated rent
Home value
$837,000
$787,000 - $887,000
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Listed by:
Karen Scott CELL:2056397266,
ARC Realty Vestavia-Liberty Pk
Bought with:
Scott Ford
RealtySouth-MB-Cahaba Rd
Source: GALMLS,MLS#: 21421786
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom, Bonus 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
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
Primary bathroom
- Level: First
Bathroom 1
- Level: First
Bathroom 3
- Level: Second
Dining room
- Level: Second
Kitchen
- Features: Stone Counters, Breakfast Bar, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Pantry
- Level: First
Living room
- Level: First
Basement
- Area: 2158
Office
- Level: First
Heating
- Central, Furnace-90% Eff
Cooling
- Central Air, Zoned, Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances
- Included: ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances, Gas Cooktop, Dishwasher, Ice Maker, Microwave, Electric Oven, Self Cleaning Oven, Double Oven, Plumbed for Gas in Kit, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Sink, Washer Hookup, Main Level, Laundry Room, Laundry (ROOM), Yes
Features
- Recessed Lighting, High Ceilings, Crown Molding, Smooth Ceilings, Soaking Tub, Linen Closet, Separate Shower, Double Vanity, Tub/Shower Combo, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
- Windows: Double Pane Windows
- Basement: Full,Partially Finished,Daylight,Bath/Stubbed,Concrete
- Attic: Walk-In,Yes
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas Starter, Family Room, Gas
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 4,872 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,595
- Finished area below ground: 1,277
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Lower Level, Garage Faces Side
- Attached garage spaces: 3
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1.5
- Patio & porch: Covered, Open (PATIO), Patio, Porch, Covered (DECK), Open (DECK), Screened (DECK), Deck
- Exterior features: Lighting, Sprinkler System
- Pool features: In Ground, Fenced, Community
- Fencing: Fenced
- Has view: Yes
- View description: None
- Waterfront features: No
Lot
- Size: 1.13 Acres
- Features: Cul-De-Sac, Few Trees, Subdivision
Details
- Parcel number: 2700081000097.000
- Special conditions: N/A
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Basement
Condition
- Year built: 2002
Utilities & green energy
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Sewer Connected, Underground Utilities
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Fishing, Park, Lake, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Swimming Allowed, Tennis Court(s), Walking Paths, Golf
- Subdivision: Liberty Park
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Services included: Maintenance Grounds, Utilities for Comm Areas
- HOA fee: $1,200 annually
Location
- Region: Vestavia Hills
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $170/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $816,000
- Annual tax amount: $7,503
- Price range: $829.9K - $829.9K
- Date on market: 6/12/2025
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/16/2026 | Sold | $829,900$170/sqft |
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| 1/20/2026 | Contingent | $829,900$170/sqft |
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| 1/7/2026 | Price change | $829,900-2.4%$170/sqft |
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| 12/3/2025 | Listed for sale | $849,900$174/sqft |
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| 11/6/2025 | Contingent | $849,900$174/sqft |
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| 10/13/2025 | Price change | $849,900-2.3%$174/sqft |
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| 9/25/2025 | Price change | $869,900-1.7%$179/sqft |
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| 9/11/2025 | Price change | $884,900-0.6%$182/sqft |
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| 6/17/2025 | Listed for sale | $889,900+8.6%$183/sqft |
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| 6/2/2023 | Sold | $819,400+42.5%$168/sqft |
Source: GALMLS #1356519 Report a problem | ||
| 8/16/2018 | Sold | $575,000-4%$118/sqft |
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| 7/26/2018 | Pending sale | $599,000$123/sqft |
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| 7/10/2018 | Listed for sale | $599,000+5.1%$123/sqft |
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| 6/19/2015 | Sold | $570,000-3.4%$117/sqft |
Source: GALMLS #630170 Report a problem | ||
| 5/20/2015 | Pending sale | $589,900$121/sqft |
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| 5/20/2015 | Listed for sale | $589,900$121/sqft |
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| 5/20/2015 | Pending sale | $589,900$121/sqft |
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| 5/1/2015 | Listed for sale | $589,900+0.8%$121/sqft |
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| 5/15/2012 | Sold | $585,000+33%$120/sqft |
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| 12/23/2002 | Sold | $440,000+511.1%$90/sqft |
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| 10/18/2001 | Sold | $72,000$15/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,503 -48.8% | $81,600 -48.5% |
| 2024 | $14,662 +127.4% | $158,340 +125.6% |
| 2023 | $6,448 +11% | $70,200 +10.9% |
| 2022 | $5,810 +2.8% | $63,320 +2.8% |
| 2021 | $5,653 +4% | $61,620 +9.1% |
| 2020 | $5,438 +5.1% | $56,460 |
| 2019 | $5,175 +6.8% | $56,460 +6.8% |
| 2018 | $4,844 +0.8% | $52,880 +0.8% |
| 2017 | $4,805 +3.3% | $52,460 +3.2% |
| 2016 | $4,653 +4.3% | $50,820 +4.3% |
| 2015 | $4,460 +1.4% | $48,740 +3.1% |
| 2014 | $4,399 -0.2% | $47,260 |
| 2013 | $4,409 | $47,260 -0.7% |
| 2012 | $4,409 -1.5% | $47,610 -1.5% |
| 2011 | $4,475 | $48,330 |
| 2010 | $4,475 | $48,330 |
| 2009 | $4,475 -5.4% | $48,330 -5.4% |
| 2008 | $4,730 -1.5% | $51,080 -1.5% |
| 2007 | $4,801 +5.3% | $51,850 +5.3% |
| 2006 | $4,561 | $49,260 |
| 2005 | $4,561 +4.7% | $49,260 -47.7% |
| 2004 | $4,358 -46.6% | $94,120 +6.8% |
| 2003 | $8,160 +434.1% | $88,120 +434.1% |
| 2002 | $1,528 | $16,500 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 35242
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GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Liberty Pk Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 1 mi
- 10/10Liberty Park Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.1 mi
- 9/10Vestavia Hills High SchoolGrades: 10-12Distance: 8.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Vestavia - Liberty Park
- Middle: Liberty Park
- High: Vestavia Hills
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
- Vestavia Hills
- 35242
- 4499 Galen Way
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