Welcome home to this beautiful 3-bedroom, 2-bath single-story residence with 2 car garage nestled in the highly desirable Forest Lakes community! Updated in 2021, this home offers modern comfort and timeless appeal. The home features LVP flooring and tile throughout. Updated kitchen features sleek quartz countertops, a stylish tile backsplash, and stainless steel appliances, making it perfect for both everyday living and entertaining. Enjoy meals in the cozy eat-in kitchen or host gatherings in the separate dining room. The spacious primary suite is a true retreat, complete with a walk-in closet, and relaxing garden tub. Two additional bedrooms provide flexibility for family, guests, or a home office. Located in the sought-after Forest Lakes neighborhood along the Hwy 280 corridor, the home offers access to fantastic community amenities including a scenic lake, walking trails, playground, sidewalks, and plenty of green space. The owner is a licensed Realtor in the State of Alabama.
Sold for $275,000
$275,000
5979 Forest Lakes Cv, Sterrett, AL 35147
3beds
1,460sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2004
7,405 Square Feet Lot
$294,900 Zestimate®
$188/sqft
$1,835 Estimated rent
Home value
$294,900
$280,000 - $310,000
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Listed by:
Chris Hutto 205-441-3105,
Keller Williams Realty Vestavia
Bought with:
Mark Bishop
Keller Williams Realty Vestavia
Source: GALMLS,MLS#: 21448087
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom, Dining Room, Bathroom, Great Room, Kitchen, Master Bathroom, Master Bedroom
Primary bedroom
- Level: First
Bedroom 1
- Level: First
Bedroom 2
- Level: First
Primary bathroom
- Level: First
Bathroom 1
- Level: First
Dining room
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Features: Stone Counters, Eat-in Kitchen, Pantry
- Level: First
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Central, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric, Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Self Cleaning Oven, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Stove-Electric, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Main Level, Laundry Room, Laundry (ROOM), Yes
Features
- Recessed Lighting, Split Bedroom, High Ceilings, Crown Molding, Smooth Ceilings, Tray Ceiling(s), Soaking Tub, Linen Closet, Separate Shower, Split Bedrooms, Tub/Shower Combo, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Tile, Vinyl
- Windows: Bay Window(s)
- Attic: Pull Down Stairs,Yes
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Tile (FIREPL), Great Room, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,460 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,460
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Parking (MLVL), Garage Faces Side
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Open (PATIO), Patio
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Fenced
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s)
- Waterfront features: No
Lot
- Size: 7,405 Square Feet
- Features: Subdivision
Details
- Parcel number: 095220008006.000
- Special conditions: N/A
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- 1 Side Brick, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Slab
Condition
- Year built: 2004
Utilities & green energy
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Sewer Connected, Underground Utilities
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Fishing, Pond, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Walking Paths, Curbs
- Subdivision: Forest Lakes
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Management
- Services included: Maintenance Grounds, Reserve for Improvements, Utilities for Comm Areas
- HOA fee: $180 annually
Location
- Region: Sterrett
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $188/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $253,300
- Annual tax amount: $1,074
- Price range: $275K - $275K
- Date on market: 3/30/2026
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/8/2026 | Listing removed | $1,975$1/sqft |
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| 6/5/2026 | Price change | $1,975+3.9%$1/sqft |
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| 6/3/2026 | Listed for rent | $1,900$1/sqft |
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| 5/29/2026 | Sold | $275,000-6.7%$188/sqft |
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| 4/29/2026 | Contingent | $294,900$202/sqft |
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| 4/22/2026 | Listed for sale | $294,900-1.7%$202/sqft |
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| 4/13/2026 | Contingent | $299,900$205/sqft |
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| 4/3/2026 | Listed for sale | $299,900+97.3%$205/sqft |
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| 5/19/2014 | Sold | $152,000-3.1%$104/sqft |
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| 4/1/2014 | Pending sale | $156,900$107/sqft |
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| 3/11/2014 | Listed for sale | $156,900-2.2%$107/sqft |
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| 5/4/2010 | Sold | $160,400+5.4%$110/sqft |
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| 12/22/2004 | Sold | $152,195$104/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,074 +1% | $25,340 +1% |
| 2024 | $1,063 +2.6% | $25,100 +2.5% |
| 2023 | $1,036 +14.3% | $24,480 +13.6% |
| 2022 | $907 +14.8% | $21,540 +14.1% |
| 2021 | $790 +13% | $18,880 +12.2% |
| 2020 | $699 +0.5% | $16,820 +0.5% |
| 2019 | $696 | $16,740 +5.8% |
| 2017 | $696 +9.3% | $15,820 +5.6% |
| 2015 | $637 +7.9% | $14,980 +4.5% |
| 2014 | $590 +0.8% | $14,340 +0.7% |
| 2013 | $586 | $14,240 |
| 2012 | $586 -7.6% | $14,240 -7.2% |
| 2011 | $634 -1.5% | $15,340 -1.4% |
| 2010 | $644 -0.7% | $15,560 -0.6% |
| 2009 | $648 +0.4% | $15,660 +0.4% |
| 2007 | $645 | $15,600 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 35147
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Chelsea Park Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 4 mi
- 10/10Chelsea Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.1 mi
- 8/10Chelsea High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Chelsea Park
- 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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