Smith Lake (Brushy Creek) A real value on Smith Lake! Unmistakenly one of the best lots you will find anywhere. Located adjacent to The Bankhead National Forest, this gem is completely private and has no steps to the dock. You will enjoy this property for years to come. The home is composed of 3 levels of spacious living. Enjoy the cozy fire pit along the water's edge. Set up for full time living or weekend enjoyment, this home will always accommodate. Located at the end of a small 5 lot development. Brushy Creek is known for exceptionally smooth water with less boat traffic and development. By road, you are near Chef Troy's Restaurant, one of the best spots around the Lake. This home is well maintained and ready to occupy. No HOA fees!
See owner's notes in Documents section.
For sale
Price cut: $51K (8/9)
$1,399,000
78 Carolyn Ln, Houston, AL 35572
5beds
4baths
5,660sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2008
-- sqft lot
$1,327,200 Zestimate®
$247/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Completely private
- 87 days
- 177
- 7
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Justin Dyar 205-468-6375,
Lake Homes Realty
Source: Walker County Area MLS,MLS#: 26-1244
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Gas Range, Refrigerator
Features
- Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Wood
- Basement: Finished,Full
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Propane
Interior area
- Total structure area: 5,660
- Total interior livable area: 5,660 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Covered, Covered Patio, Deck
- Exterior features: Rain Gutters
- On waterfront: Yes
- Waterfront features: Lake Front, Swim Platform, Waterfront Features: Shoreline(Year Round Water), Waterfront Features: Characteristics(Gentle)
- Frontage length: Waterfront Footage(309.7+/-)
Details
- Additional structures: Boat House
- Parcel number: 670907360000004005
- Zoning: No Zoning
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Craftsman
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame, Drywall
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Existing Structure
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2008
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Emerald Valley
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Houston
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $247/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $892,740
- Annual tax amount: $2,674
- Date on market: 6/15/2026
Estimated market value
$1,327,200
$1.26M - $1.39M
Not available
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/9/2026 | Price change | $1,399,000-3.5%$247/sqft |
Source: Walker County Area MLS #26-1244 Report a problem | ||
| 6/15/2026 | Price change | $1,450,000-3.3%$256/sqft |
Source: Walker County Area MLS #26-1244 Report a problem | ||
| 2/19/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,499,500+175.1%$265/sqft |
Source:  ValleyMLS #21910256 Report a problem | ||
| 1/8/2015 | Sold | $545,000-9.2%$96/sqft |
Source: Strategic MLS Alliance #435003 Report a problem | ||
| 9/29/2014 | Price change | $599,900+5.3%$106/sqft |
Source: Arc Realty @ the lake #14-1742 Report a problem | ||
| 8/28/2014 | Listed for sale | $569,900$101/sqft |
Source: Lake Homes Realty #13-1160 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,500 +8.3% | $89,280 +8.3% |
| 2023 | $2,308 +8% | $82,440 +8% |
| 2022 | $2,137 +11.9% | $76,320 +11.9% |
| 2021 | $1,909 +15.3% | $68,180 +15.3% |
| 2020 | $1,656 +5.2% | $59,140 +5.2% |
| 2018 | $1,574 | $56,220 -90% |
| 2017 | $1,574 +7.7% | $562,020 |
| 2016 | $1,462 | $562,020 -4.1% |
| 2015 | $1,462 +4.8% | $586,060 +6.2% |
| 2014 | $1,394 | $551,820 -1.5% |
| 2013 | $1,394 -15.9% | $560,220 -14.2% |
| 2011 | $1,657 -8.1% | $653,280 -7.9% |
| 2010 | $1,803 -3.2% | $709,340 -3.1% |
| 2009 | $1,863 | $732,080 |
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Neighborhood: 35572
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: County
- Middle: County
- High: County
Source: Walker County Area MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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