For sale

Price cut: $49.5K (6/15)

$1,450,000

78 Carolyn Ln, Houston, AL 35572

5beds

4baths

5,660sqft

Get pre-qualified

Single Family Residence

Built in 2008

-- sqft lot

$1,351,300 Zestimate^®

$256/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Completely private

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.

36 days

217

7

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: $256/sqft
Tax assessed value: $892,740
Annual tax amount: $2,674
Date on market: 6/15/2026

Estimated market value

$1,351,300

$1.28M - $1.42M

$4,618/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
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

Find assessor info on the county website

Monthly payment

Est. payment

Payment breakdown

Explore the cost of this home by adjusting the details. Changes won't be saved.

Principal & interest
$1,547
Mortgage insurance
$0
Property taxes
$170
Home insurance
$105
HOA fees
$0
Utilities
Not included

All calculations are estimates and provided by Zillow, Inc. for informational purposes only. Actual amounts may vary.

HOA fees may include property taxes on listings classified as Co-Ops. Contact the listing agent and/or owner for fee details.

Mortgage interest rates are dependent on a number of factors, including credit score, down payment, and repayment length. Interest rate data provided by Zillow Group Marketplace, Inc. as of 1/1/1970 from various mortgage lenders with which we have lead or other similar arrangements; the Estimated Payment is an average of those rates.

See how much you could borrow to make a competitive offer.

Get pre-qualified

Climate risks

Neighborhood: 35572

Getting around

0 / 100

Car-Dependent

9 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Nearby schools

GreatSchools rating

5/10
Addison Elementary School
Grades: PK-6Distance: 5.9 mi
7/10
Addison High School
Grades: 7-12Distance: 5.9 mi

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.