Welcome home to this charming 3-bedroom, 2-bath beauty in Forest Lakes! Step inside to a spacious main living area featuring soaring ceilings, warm laminate hardwoods, and a cozy wood-burning fireplace—perfect for gatherings. The kitchen offers a new range, built-in microwave, pantry, and a sunny dining area with room for everyone. The owner’s suite continues with laminate hardwoods, room for a king-sized bed, and a spa-like bath with a double vanity, separate shower, and relaxing garden tub. This home also includes an underground 6-person storm shelter in the garage for added peace of mind. Enjoy outdoor living in the flat backyard with a patio—ideal for entertaining, pets, or play. The Forest Lakes community offers a neighborhood lake, walking trails, park, and playground, all just minutes from shopping, dining, and schools. Don’t miss your chance to own in one of Chelsea’s favorite neighborhoods!
Sold for $270,000
$270,000
705 Forest Lakes Dr, Sterrett, AL 35147
3beds
1,244sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2005
7,405 Square Feet Lot
$272,600 Zestimate®
$217/sqft
$1,827 Estimated rent
Home value
$272,600
$218,000 - $341,000
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Listed by:
Katie McLaughlin 205-281-0580,
Curtis White Companies Inc
Bought with:
Bret Rogers
Keller Williams
Source: GALMLS,MLS#: 21432699
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: Laminate Counters
- Level: First
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Central, Heat Pump
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Electric Cooktop, Dishwasher, Microwave, Electric Oven, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Main Level, Laundry Closet, Laundry (ROOM), Yes
Features
- Recessed Lighting, High Ceilings, Smooth Ceilings, Tray Ceiling(s), Soaking Tub, Separate Shower, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Tile
- Attic: Pull Down Stairs,Yes
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Tile (FIREPL), Great Room, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,244 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,244
- 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: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Open (PATIO), Patio
- Exterior features: None
- Pool features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: None
- Waterfront features: No
Lot
- Size: 7,405 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 095210000001493
- Special conditions: N/A
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- 1 Side Brick, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Slab
Condition
- Year built: 2005
Utilities & green energy
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Sewer Connected, Underground Utilities
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Park, Playground, Lake, Walking Paths
- Security: Safe Room/Storm Cellar
- 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: $217/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $248,900
- Annual tax amount: $1,055
- Price range: $270K - $270K
- Date on market: 9/30/2025
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/2/2025 | Sold | $270,000$217/sqft |
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| 11/3/2025 | Contingent | $270,000$217/sqft |
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| 10/24/2025 | Price change | $270,000-1.8%$217/sqft |
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| 9/30/2025 | Listed for sale | $275,000+3.4%$221/sqft |
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| 3/10/2023 | Sold | $266,000-1.1%$214/sqft |
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| 2/15/2023 | Contingent | $269,000$216/sqft |
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| 2/3/2023 | Listed for sale | $269,000+74.1%$216/sqft |
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| 7/31/2015 | Sold | $154,500-3.4%$124/sqft |
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| 7/2/2015 | Pending sale | $159,900$129/sqft |
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| 6/13/2015 | Price change | $159,900-3%$129/sqft |
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| 4/30/2015 | Price change | $164,900-1.8%$133/sqft |
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| 3/25/2015 | Listed for sale | $167,900+2.4%$135/sqft |
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| 1/7/2008 | Sold | $164,000+7.3%$132/sqft |
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| 12/20/2005 | Sold | $152,900$123/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,055 +1% | $24,900 +1% |
| 2024 | $1,044 +8.9% | $24,660 +8.5% |
| 2023 | $959 +14.4% | $22,720 +13.7% |
| 2022 | $838 +14.4% | $19,980 +13.7% |
| 2021 | $733 +13.5% | $17,580 +12.7% |
| 2020 | $645 +0.4% | $15,600 +0.4% |
| 2019 | $643 | $15,540 +6.4% |
| 2017 | $643 +9.9% | $14,600 +5.3% |
| 2015 | $585 +2.8% | $13,860 +4.2% |
| 2014 | $569 +5.4% | $13,300 +0.8% |
| 2013 | $540 | $13,200 |
| 2012 | $540 -7.5% | $13,200 -7% |
| 2011 | $584 -1.5% | $14,200 -1.4% |
| 2010 | $593 -0.6% | $14,400 -0.6% |
| 2009 | $596 +0.6% | $14,480 +0.6% |
| 2007 | $593 | $14,400 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 35147
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Chelsea Pk Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 4.1 mi
- 10/10Chelsea Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2 mi
- 8/10Chelsea High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.9 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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