Welcome home to this charming 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home in the highly coveted Forest Lakes community. Step inside and you’ll find a layout that combines timeless elegance with modern comfort. The family room is the centerpiece, where soaring cathedral ceilings, abundant natural light, and a cozy fireplace create a bright, cheerful space perfect for gathering with loved ones. A welcoming front living area and a well-designed kitchen add to the home’s appeal, making daily life both simple and enjoyable. Three spacious bedrooms provide plenty of room to unwind and relax. Outside, the backyard and patio set the stage for family cookouts, weekend fun, and evenings under the stars. With classic curb appeal, thoughtful spaces, and standout features, this home delivers beauty and comfort at every turn. Conveniently located near Highway 280, it offers Southern charm, community, and comfort all in one beautiful package.
Sold for $316,000
$316,000
493 Forest Lakes Dr, Sterrett, AL 35147
3beds
2,050sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2005
9,583 Square Feet Lot
$319,200 Zestimate®
$154/sqft
$2,006 Estimated rent
Home value
$319,200
$252,000 - $405,000
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Classic curb appealSpacious bedroomsCozy fireplaceWell-designed kitchenFamily cookoutsAbundant natural lightCathedral ceilings
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Listed by:
Kristie Gholston 205-962-9344,
Keller Williams Realty Vestavia
Bought with:
Zak Jones
Keller Williams Metro North
Source: GALMLS,MLS#: 21429860
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom, Dining Room, Bathroom, Great Room, Half Bath (ROOM), Kitchen, Master Bathroom, Master Bedroom
Primary bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom 1
- Level: Second
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
Primary bathroom
- Level: Second
Bathroom 1
- Level: First
Dining room
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Features: Laminate Counters, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Pantry
- Level: First
Living room
- Level: First
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Electric Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Upper Level, Laundry Room, Laundry (ROOM), Yes
Features
- None, High Ceilings, Crown Molding, Smooth Ceilings, Soaking Tub, Linen Closet, Separate Shower, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Laminate, Tile, Vinyl
- Attic: Pull Down Stairs,Yes
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Marble (FIREPL), Great Room, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 2,050 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,050
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Driveway, Garage Faces Front
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: 2+ story
- Patio & porch: Open (PATIO), Patio
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Fenced
- Has view: Yes
- View description: None
- Waterfront features: No
Lot
- Size: 9,583 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 095220007039.000
- Special conditions: N/A
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- 3 Sides Brick, Other
- Foundation: Slab
Condition
- Year built: 2005
Utilities & green energy
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Sewer Connected, Underground Utilities
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Forest Lakes
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Services included: Maintenance Grounds
- HOA fee: $180 annually
Location
- Region: Sterrett
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $154/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $321,800
- Annual tax amount: $1,375
- Price range: $316K - $316K
- Date on market: 9/1/2025
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/28/2025 | Sold | $316,000-1.2%$154/sqft |
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| 9/29/2025 | Contingent | $319,900$156/sqft |
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| 9/16/2025 | Price change | $319,900-1.5%$156/sqft |
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| 9/1/2025 | Listed for sale | $324,900+54.8%$158/sqft |
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| 8/25/2019 | Listing removed | $209,900$102/sqft |
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| 8/25/2019 | Listed for sale | $209,900-1%$102/sqft |
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| 8/23/2019 | Sold | $212,000+1%$103/sqft |
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| 7/16/2019 | Pending sale | $209,900$102/sqft |
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| 7/14/2019 | Listed for sale | $209,900+40.9%$102/sqft |
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| 7/6/2012 | Sold | $149,000+34.7%$73/sqft |
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| 10/26/2011 | Sold | $110,600-35.1%$54/sqft |
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| 7/27/2004 | Sold | $170,380$83/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,375 +1% | $32,180 +1% |
| 2024 | $1,361 +0.6% | $31,860 +0.6% |
| 2023 | $1,353 +14.2% | $31,680 +13.7% |
| 2022 | $1,185 +16.2% | $27,860 +15.6% |
| 2021 | $1,019 +11.7% | $24,100 +11.2% |
| 2020 | $913 +0.5% | $21,680 +0.5% |
| 2019 | $909 | $21,580 +7.3% |
| 2017 | $909 +11.1% | $20,120 +6.2% |
| 2015 | $818 +8.4% | $18,940 +4.8% |
| 2014 | $755 +0.8% | $18,080 +0.8% |
| 2013 | $748 | $17,940 |
| 2012 | $748 -7.6% | $17,940 -7.2% |
| 2011 | $810 -1.6% | $19,340 -1.5% |
| 2010 | $823 -0.8% | $19,640 -0.8% |
| 2009 | $830 -0.5% | $19,800 -0.5% |
| 2007 | $835 | $19,900 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 35147
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Chelsea Pk Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 4 mi
- 10/10Chelsea Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.5 mi
- 8/10Chelsea High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Mt Laurel
- Middle: Chelsea
- High: Chelsea
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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