Back on market due to no fault of the seller! This charming 3-bedroom, 1-bath home in Calera offers a rare combination of character and versatility with residential and commercial zoning. Located directly on Hwy 31 across from the Intermediate School and in front of the Railroad Museum, this property offers excellent visibility and convenience. A welcoming front porch with Craftsman-style columns invites you inside, where original hardwood floors run through much of the home. The spacious living room features a fireplace with built-ins, while two generously sized bedrooms share a unique double-sided fireplace. The oversized laundry room includes access to an underground storm shelter. The kitchen offers abundant cabinetry and a built-in ironing board cabinet full of charm. A partially finished flex space off the kitchen works well as an office, sunroom, or additional room. Outside, enjoy a fenced yard, garage, and extra storage.
Contingent
$195,000
8571 Highway 31, Calera, AL 35040
3beds
1,564sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1928
0.28 Acres Lot
$190,500 Zestimate®
$125/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Fenced yardUnique double-sided fireplaceFireplace with built-insTwo generously sized bedroomsOversized laundry roomKitchen offers abundant cabinetryOriginal hardwood floors
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Cassie Carter 205-540-4214,
RE/MAX Advantage
Source: GALMLS,MLS#: 21450664
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom, Bonus Room, Dining Room, Bathroom, Kitchen
Bedroom 1
- Level: First
Bedroom 2
- Level: First
Bedroom 3
- Level: First
Bathroom 1
- Level: First
Dining room
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Features: Tile Counters, Eat-in Kitchen
- Level: First
Living room
- Level: First
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Central, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric, Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Electric Oven, Refrigerator, Stove-Electric, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Main Level, Laundry Room, Laundry (ROOM), Yes
Features
- None, High Ceilings, Smooth Ceilings, Tub/Shower Combo
- Flooring: Hardwood, Laminate, Tile
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Attic: Other,Yes
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Brick (FIREPL), Bedroom, Living Room, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,564 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,564
- Finished area below ground: 0
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Assigned, Driveway, Garage Faces Rear
- Garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered, Patio
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Fenced
- Has view: Yes
- View description: None
- Waterfront features: No
Lot
- Size: 0.28 Acres
- Features: Few Trees
Details
- Additional structures: Storage, Storm Shelter-Private
- Parcel number: 285214000024.001
- Special conditions: N/A
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
Condition
- Year built: 1928
Utilities & green energy
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Sewer Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Sidewalks
- Subdivision: None
Location
- Region: Calera
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $125/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $165,530
- Annual tax amount: $853
- Price range: $195K - $195K
- Date on market: 4/22/2026
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
Zestimate®
$190,500
Estimated sales range
$181,000 - $200,000
Rent Zestimate®
$1,384/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/10/2026 | Contingent | $195,000$125/sqft |
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| 4/22/2026 | Listed for sale | $195,000-2.5%$125/sqft |
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| 4/22/2026 | Listing removed | $200,000$128/sqft |
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| 4/1/2026 | Listed for sale | $200,000-7%$128/sqft |
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| 3/22/2026 | Contingent | $215,000$137/sqft |
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| 3/17/2026 | Price change | $215,000-4.4%$137/sqft |
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| 3/5/2026 | Listed for sale | $225,000+26.4%$144/sqft |
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| 9/22/2023 | Sold | $178,000-3.8%$114/sqft |
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| 9/6/2023 | Contingent | $185,000$118/sqft |
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| 8/12/2023 | Price change | $185,000-3.9%$118/sqft |
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| 8/2/2023 | Price change | $192,500-3.7%$123/sqft |
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| 7/28/2023 | Listed for sale | $199,900$128/sqft |
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| 7/19/2023 | Contingent | $199,900$128/sqft |
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| 6/15/2023 | Listed for sale | $199,900$128/sqft |
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| 11/16/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 9/24/2021 | Contingent | $199,900$128/sqft |
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| 9/10/2021 | Price change | $199,900-4.8%$128/sqft |
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| 9/2/2021 | Price change | $210,000-2.3%$134/sqft |
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| 8/20/2021 | Listed for sale | $215,000+72%$137/sqft |
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| 12/18/2019 | Sold | $125,000$80/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $853 +1.2% | $16,560 +1.1% |
| 2024 | $844 +22.2% | $16,380 +28.2% |
| 2023 | $690 +8.1% | $12,780 +8.1% |
| 2022 | $638 +6.1% | $11,820 +6.1% |
| 2021 | $602 -48.4% | $11,140 -48.4% |
| 2020 | $1,165 +3.3% | $21,580 +3.3% |
| 2019 | $1,129 | $20,900 +8.4% |
| 2017 | $1,129 +10.9% | $19,280 +3.7% |
| 2015 | $1,017 +3.1% | $18,600 +1.8% |
| 2014 | $987 | $18,280 |
| 2013 | $987 | $18,280 |
| 2012 | $987 -0.5% | $18,280 -0.5% |
| 2011 | $993 -1.2% | $18,380 -1.2% |
| 2010 | $1,004 -0.6% | $18,600 -0.6% |
| 2009 | $1,011 +53.7% | $18,720 +53.7% |
| 2007 | $658 +5.5% | $12,180 -78.9% |
| 2005 | $623 +2.3% | $57,700 +2.3% |
| 2004 | $609 | $56,400 |
| 2003 | $609 +48.4% | -- |
| 2002 | $410 | -- |
| 2001 | $410 | -- |
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Neighborhood: 35040
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Calera Intermediate SchoolGrades: 3-5Distance: 0.1 mi
- 5/10Calera Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 3.8 mi
- 5/10Calera High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Calera
- Middle: Calera
- High: Calera
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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