Welcome to this beautifully updated 4BR/2.5BA, one-owner home perfectly positioned on a prime corner lot in Old Cahaba. Designed with both comfort and functionality in mind, this home offers the ideal layout for everyday living and effortless entertaining. The main level features a welcoming living room, formal dining room, private office & stunning renovated kitchen that seamlessly opens to a cozy den with a wood-burning fireplace. The kitchen has been thoughtfully redesigned with stylish finishes and functionality. Upstairs, the spacious primary suite offers a retreat w/large custom closet, three generously sized bedrooms, full bath, and convenient laundry. Step outside to your own backyard oasis — fully fenced and complete with a pool, creating the perfect setting for relaxing weekends & summer gatherings. 2 car garage w/ EV charger. Old Cahaba residents enjoy incredible neighborhood amenities including 2 pools, parks, stocked lakes & kids love the ability to walk to HMS & HHS!
Sold for $409,900
$409,900
978 Old Cahaba Dr, Helena, AL 35080
4beds
2,536sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2005
0.25 Acres Lot
$411,100 Zestimate®
$162/sqft
$2,484 Estimated rent
Home value
$411,100
$300,000 - $567,000
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Convenient laundryLarge custom closetFormal dining roomThree generously sized bedroomsPrime corner lotPrivate officeStunning renovated kitchen
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Listed by:
Penny Miller 205-365-5419,
RE/MAX Advantage
Bought with:
Alecia Cockrell
Battle Realty & Company
Source: GALMLS,MLS#: 21445415
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom, Den/Family (ROOM), Dining Room, Bathroom, Half Bath (ROOM), Kitchen, Master Bathroom, Master Bedroom, Office/Study (ROOM)
Primary bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom 1
- Level: Second
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
Primary bathroom
- Level: Second
Bathroom 1
- Level: First
Dining room
- Level: First
Family room
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Features: Stone Counters, Kitchen Island, Pantry
- Level: First
Living room
- Level: First
Basement
- Area: 0
Office
- Level: First
Heating
- Heat Pump
Cooling
- Heat Pump, Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove-Electric, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Upper Level, Laundry Room, Laundry (ROOM), Yes
Features
- Recessed Lighting, High Ceilings, Smooth Ceilings, Separate Shower, Tub/Shower Combo, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Laminate, Tile, Vinyl
- Attic: Pull Down Stairs,Yes
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Tile (FIREPL), Great Room, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 2,536 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,536
- 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: 2+ story
- Patio & porch: Open (PATIO), Patio, Open (DECK), Deck
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Above Ground, Cleaning System, Fenced, Private
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Bath
- Fencing: Fenced
- Has view: Yes
- View description: None
- Waterfront features: No
Lot
- Size: 0.25 Acres
Details
- Additional structures: Storage
- Parcel number: 134203002002.000
- Special conditions: N/A
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- 3 Sides Brick
- Foundation: Slab
Condition
- Year built: 2005
Utilities & green energy
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Sewer Connected, Underground Utilities
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Curbs
- Subdivision: Old Cahaba
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Recreation Facilities
- Services included: Maintenance Grounds
- HOA fee: $350 annually
Location
- Region: Helena
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $162/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $353,230
- Annual tax amount: $1,691
- Price range: $409.9K - $409.9K
- Date on market: 3/5/2026
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/24/2026 | Sold | $409,900$162/sqft |
Source:  GALMLS #21445415 Report a problem | ||
| 3/30/2026 | Contingent | $409,900$162/sqft |
Source: GALMLS #21445415 Report a problem | ||
| 3/5/2026 | Listed for sale | $409,900-2.2%$162/sqft |
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| 3/3/2026 | Listing removed | $419,000$165/sqft |
Source: GALMLS #21440528 Report a problem | ||
| 1/11/2026 | Listed for sale | $419,000-0.2%$165/sqft |
Source: GALMLS #21440528 Report a problem | ||
| 1/1/2026 | Listing removed | $419,900$166/sqft |
Source: GALMLS #21429943 Report a problem | ||
| 10/9/2025 | Price change | $419,900-4.4%$166/sqft |
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| 9/2/2025 | Listed for sale | $439,000+125.8%$173/sqft |
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| 6/3/2005 | Sold | $194,449$77/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,691 +0.4% | $35,340 +0.4% |
| 2024 | $1,684 +8.4% | $35,200 +8.2% |
| 2023 | $1,553 +18.5% | $32,540 +17.9% |
| 2022 | $1,311 +10.4% | $27,600 +10% |
| 2021 | $1,188 +7.4% | $25,080 +7.2% |
| 2020 | $1,106 +2.2% | $23,400 +2.1% |
| 2019 | $1,082 | $22,920 +7.3% |
| 2017 | $1,082 +11.2% | $21,360 +3.9% |
| 2015 | $973 +3.3% | $20,560 +2.5% |
| 2014 | $942 +0.3% | $20,060 +0.3% |
| 2013 | $939 -0.8% | $20,000 -0.8% |
| 2012 | $947 -0.8% | $20,160 -0.8% |
| 2011 | $955 -2.6% | $20,320 -2.5% |
| 2010 | $980 +2.7% | $20,840 +2.6% |
| 2009 | $955 -4% | $20,320 -3.9% |
| 2007 | $995 | $21,140 |
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Neighborhood: 35080
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Helena Intermediate SchoolGrades: 3-5Distance: 0.9 mi
- 7/10Helena Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.4 mi
- 8/10Helena High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Helena
- Middle: Helena
- High: Helena
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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- Alabama
- Shelby County
- Helena
- 35080
- 978 Old Cahaba Dr
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