Completely reimagined and move-in ready, this beautifully maintained home blends timeless character with modern upgrades in an unbeatable location just minutes from downtown Athens and the local farmer's market. Enjoy the charming front porch and the warmth of original details, paired with major system updates including a new roof (2024), new HVAC (2025), and a tankless water heater (2026). Inside, you’ll find fresh paint, updated windows (2015), all-new plumbing and electrical, and stylish walk-in showers designed for everyday comfort. The encapsulated crawlspace adds efficiency and peace of mind, while the fenced-in backyard creates a private outdoor retreat. This property truly stands out with added versatility—featuring an RV hookup and a charming carriage house. This home offers the perfect blend of convenience, charm, and thoughtful detail. The storage building does not convey.
Sold for $280,000
$280,000
521 Brownsferry St, Athens, AL 35611
3beds
1,715sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1940
0.45 Acres Lot
$279,000 Zestimate®
$163/sqft
$1,481 Estimated rent
Home value
$279,000
$243,000 - $321,000
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Rv hookupFresh paintCharming front porchWarmth of original detailsCharming carriage houseUpdated windowsStylish walk-in showers
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Listed by:
Rhonda Hagemore 256-736-3220,
Hagemore Realty Group
Bought with:
Agent Non-Member
CULLMAN ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS
Source: Strategic MLS Alliance,MLS#: 527858
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Features
- Has basement: No
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,715
- Total interior livable area: 1,715 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,715
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck, Front Porch
- Fencing: Privacy
Lot
- Size: 0.45 Acres
- Dimensions: 140 x 200 x 105 x 120
Details
- Parcel number: 100308200028.000
- Zoning: R1
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Foundation: Crawl Space
Condition
- Year built: 1940
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Athens
Other
Other facts
- Price range: $275K - $280K
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/7/2026 | Sold | $280,000+1.8%$163/sqft |
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| 4/6/2026 | Contingent | $275,000$160/sqft |
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| 4/5/2026 | Price change | $275,000-8.3%$160/sqft |
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| 3/27/2026 | Listed for sale | $299,900+71.4%$175/sqft |
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| 4/11/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 4/8/2024 | Listed for rent | $1,750+9.4%$1/sqft |
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| 4/12/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 4/5/2023 | Listed for rent | $1,600+6.7%$1/sqft |
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| 12/17/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 12/9/2021 | Listed for rent | $1,500$1/sqft |
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| 12/7/2021 | Sold | $175,000-14.6%$102/sqft |
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| 11/24/2021 | Pending sale | $205,000$120/sqft |
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| 11/19/2021 | Listed for sale | $205,000$120/sqft |
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| 10/30/2021 | Contingent | $205,000$120/sqft |
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| 10/27/2021 | Listed for sale | $205,000+64.7%$120/sqft |
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| 4/6/2015 | Sold | $124,500+92%$73/sqft |
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| 5/15/2013 | Sold | $64,841$38/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,861 +7% | $46,520 +7% |
| 2024 | $1,739 +5.4% | $43,480 +5.4% |
| 2023 | $1,650 +25% | $41,240 +25% |
| 2022 | $1,320 +138.8% | $33,000 +138.8% |
| 2020 | $553 +18.7% | $13,820 +18.7% |
| 2018 | $466 | $11,640 |
| 2017 | $466 | $11,640 -90% |
| 2016 | $466 | $116,420 +461.9% |
| 2015 | $466 | $20,720 |
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Neighborhood: 35611
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Athens Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-3Distance: 0.7 mi
- 4/10Athens Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.5 mi
- 9/10Athens High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Athens
- Middle: Athens
- High: Athens
Source: Strategic MLS Alliance. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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Estimated market value
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- Limestone County
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- 521 Brownsferry St
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