Welcome to 5235 University Gardens Drive—a beautifully maintained, one-owner brick home built in 2022 and located in the desirable University Gardens subdivision. This 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath property features an open layout with modern finishes, including durable LVP flooring throughout the main level. The kitchen offers granite countertops, ample cabinet space, and a large pantry, while the primary suite serves as a private retreat with a tile shower, dual vanities, and a spacious walk-in closet. Two additional bedrooms are located upstairs, providing a great setup for kids, guests, or added privacy for parents. Completing the home are the covered back porch, attached garage, and fenced backyard—perfect for relaxing or entertaining.
Sold for $272,000
$272,000
5235 University Gardens Dr, Cottondale, AL 35453
3beds
1,644sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2022
3,484 Square Feet Lot
$276,100 Zestimate®
$165/sqft
$2,197 Estimated rent
Home value
$276,100
$243,000 - $312,000
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Attached garageSpacious walk-in closetAmple cabinet spaceDual vanitiesLarge pantryTile showerCovered back porch
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Listed by:
Connor Woods 205-388-0528,
Keller Williams Tuscaloosa
Bought with:
Kathryn Taylor Miller, 000091059
Carrie Fitts Real Estate
Source: WAMLS,MLS#: 171970
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- Breakfast Bar, Kitchen Island, Open Concept
- Has basement: No
- Has fireplace: No
- Fireplace features: None
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,644
- Total interior livable area: 1,644 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Concrete, Driveway, Garage, Two Car Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered, Porch
- Exterior features: Dog Run, Rain Gutters
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Wood
Lot
- Size: 3,484 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 3008272003001.048
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Garden Home
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Vinyl Siding
- Roof: Composition,Shingle
Condition
- Resale
- Year built: 2022
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Connected
- Utilities for property: Sewer Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Gutter(s)
- Subdivision: University Gardens
HOA
- HOA fee: $100 annually
Location
- Region: Cottondale
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $165/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $216,800
- Annual tax amount: $2,233
- Date on market: 11/17/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 100 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,USDA Loan,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/27/2026 | Sold | $272,000-1.1%$165/sqft |
Source:  WAMLS #171970 Report a problem | ||
| 2/26/2026 | Pending sale | $275,000$167/sqft |
Source: WAMLS #171970 Report a problem | ||
| 12/29/2025 | Price change | $275,000-3.5%$167/sqft |
Source: WAMLS #171970 Report a problem | ||
| 11/17/2025 | Listed for sale | $285,000+21.3%$173/sqft |
Source: WAMLS #171970 Report a problem | ||
| 3/1/2022 | Sold | $234,900$143/sqft |
Source: WAMLS #148711 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,233 -0.9% | $43,360 -0.9% |
| 2023 | $2,254 +1150.3% | $43,760 |
| 2022 | $180 | -- |
| 2021 | $180 | -- |
| 2020 | $180 | $3,500 |
| 2019 | $180 | $3,500 |
| 2018 | $180 | $3,500 |
| 2017 | $180 | -- |
| 2016 | $180 | -- |
| 2015 | $180 | -- |
| 2014 | $180 | $3,500 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 35453
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Arcadia Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 1.4 mi
- 4/10Eastwood Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.2 mi
- 2/10Paul W Bryant High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Arcadia
- Middle: Eastwood
- High: Bryant
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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