NEW LOW PRICE! 3-bedroom, 2 full and 1 half-bath property featuring spacious living areas and a thoughtful layout. The open-concept kitchen flows seamlessly into the living room and offers granite countertops, ample cabinet space, and stainless steel appliances including a microwave, electric range oven, and dishwasher. A convenient half bath and laundry room are located on the main level. The primary bedroom is also on the main level and features a full bath with double vanity, abundant counter and cabinet space, and a walk-in closet. Upstairs, you’ll find two generously sized guest bedrooms and a full bathroom. Enjoy outdoor living in the spacious fenced-in backyard, plus the added convenience of a two-car garage.
Sold for $265,000
$265,000
5255 University Gardens Dr, Cottondale, AL 35453
3beds
1,644sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2022
3,484 Square Feet Lot
$267,200 Zestimate®
$161/sqft
$2,223 Estimated rent
Home value
$267,200
$232,000 - $310,000
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Two-car garageSpacious fenced-in backyardAmple cabinet spaceConvenient half bathWalk-in closetThoughtful layoutElectric range oven
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Listed by:
Donna Petty 205-799-7200,
HAMNER REAL ESTATE
Bought with:
Tracy Liang, 136151
Southern Homes of Tuscaloosa, Inc
Source: WAMLS,MLS#: 172889
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: First
Bedroom
- Description: Carpet
- Level: Second
Bedroom
- Description: Carpet
- Level: Second
Bathroom
- Description: Luxury Vinyl Plank
- Level: First
Bathroom
- Description: Luxury Vinyl Plank
- Level: Second
Half bath
- Description: Luxury Vinyl Plank
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Description: Luxury Vinyl Plank
- Level: First
Laundry
- Description: Luxury Vinyl Plank
- Level: First
Living room
- Description: Luxury Vinyl Plank
- Level: First
Heating
- Has Heating (Unspecified Type)
Cooling
- 1 Unit
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Disposal, Microwave, Water Heater
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Granite Counters, Pantry, Solid Surface Counters, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Windows: Blinds
- 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, Garage Door Opener
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Covered, Open, Patio, Porch
- Exterior features: Rain Gutters
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Wood
Lot
- Size: 3,484 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 3008272003001.042
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Garden Home
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick Veneer, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Slab
- 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: $161/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $216,800
- Annual tax amount: $2,233
- Date on market: 1/28/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 82 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/1/2026 | Sold | $265,000-5.3%$161/sqft |
Source:  WAMLS #172889 Report a problem | ||
| 4/20/2026 | Pending sale | $279,900$170/sqft |
Source: WAMLS #172889 Report a problem | ||
| 4/15/2026 | Price change | $279,900-3.4%$170/sqft |
Source: WAMLS #172889 Report a problem | ||
| 1/28/2026 | Listed for sale | $289,900-21.6%$176/sqft |
Source: WAMLS #172889 Report a problem | ||
| 6/22/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem | ||
| 6/18/2024 | Listed for rent | $2,200$1/sqft |
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| 4/5/2022 | Sold | $370,000$225/sqft |
Source: Public Record 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 |
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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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