7870 Old Highway 20, Leighton, AL 35646
What's special
Historic charm, beautiful grounds, and room to write your own story! Welcome to the Layton Estate, a distinctive 1940 residence situated on 2.55 acres just a block from historic downtown Leighton. Offering over 3,000 square feet, this 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath home is filled with original character, soaring ceilings, beautiful wood floors, and gracious living spaces. The updated kitchen features granite countertops and modern appliances. A main-level primary suite offers convenience, while upstairs, a second primary suite with its own fireplace joins two additional spacious bedrooms. A second fireplace anchors the formal living room, adding warmth and character. Outside, mature magnolias and fruit trees create a picturesque setting, complete with a picket-fenced backyard, chicken coop, and detached garage/workshop. With generous acreage, timeless architecture, and proximity to all the North Alabama has to offer, this is a rare opportunity to own a piece of Shoals' History.
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Living Room
Kitchen
Primary Bedroom
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Listing updated:
Matt Golley Team 256-394-0849,
Fernhill Realty LLC
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Basement
- Area: 500
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Multi Units
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Electric Oven
- Laundry: Inside
Features
- High Ceilings, Storage
- Flooring: Tile, Wood
- Basement: Unfinished
- Attic: Access Only
- Number of fireplaces: 2
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,060
- Total interior livable area: 3,560 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,560
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio, Porch, Screened
- Exterior features: Rain Gutters, Storage
Lot
- Size: 2.55 Acres
- Dimensions: 2.55 acres
- Features: Level
Details
- Parcel number: 1104190002019.000
- Zoning: R1
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Combination
- Roof: Architectual/Dimensional,Shingle
Condition
- Standard
- Year built: 1940
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Leighton
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $98/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $258,300
- Annual tax amount: $974
- Price range: $349.5K - $349.5K
- Date on market: 10/13/2026
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/13/2026 | Listed for sale | $349,500+27.1%$98/sqft |
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| 9/10/2020 | Sold | $275,000-1.6%$77/sqft |
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| 7/25/2020 | Price change | $279,500+1.6%$79/sqft |
Source: NEESE REAL ESTATE #428037 Report a problem | ||
| 7/23/2020 | Listed for sale | $275,000-3.5%$77/sqft |
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| 6/13/2020 | Listing removed | $285,000$80/sqft |
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| 5/28/2020 | Price change | $285,000-3.4%$80/sqft |
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| 12/18/2019 | Price change | $295,000-10.3%$83/sqft |
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| 10/8/2019 | Price change | $329,000-6%$92/sqft |
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| 9/16/2019 | Listed for sale | $350,000$98/sqft |
Source: NEESE REAL ESTATE #428037 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $911 | $258,300 |
| 2024 | $911 -0.2% | $258,300 -0.3% |
| 2023 | $914 | $258,980 +899.9% |
| 2022 | $914 +26.2% | $25,900 +26.5% |
| 2021 | $724 +2.5% | $20,480 +9.3% |
| 2020 | $706 | $18,740 |
| 2018 | $706 | $18,740 +12.2% |
| 2017 | $706 +36.6% | $16,700 -1.6% |
| 2016 | $517 | $16,980 |
| 2013 | $517 +22.6% | -- |
| 2010 | $422 | $16,020 +41% |
| 2002 | -- | $11,360 |
Monthly payment
Estimated market value
$338,600
$322,000 - $356,000
Not available
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