Smith Lake (Brushy Creek) This original lake cottage has been fully renovated and is ready for you to enjoy! Great views of Brushy Creek and the pristine Bankhead National Forest. Home has large common spaces in kitchen and living area. You have a lovely firepit conversation area and just amazing views everywhere you look. Convenient to the town of Arley. Detached shop building. Enjoy cocktails from the bar on the upper level of the huge boat dock. You have so much covered outdoor space and you are right on the water! Authentic and cozy. .. what a lakehouse is meant to be! Driveable access to the water. Come see today!
Public Records
Jun 9, 2020
Sold
$241,000
$112/sq ft
Walker County Area MLS #19-2185
Jun 8, 2020
Sold
$240,000
$112/sq ft
Oct 25, 2019
Listed
$299,000
$140/sq ft
+25
Here's an opportunity to have your place on the lake at an affordable price. This home features 3 bedrooms and 2 baths. Sun room overlooks the water with a beautiful view. You can drive right down to your 2 slip boat dock. Additional storage building near the water to store your items.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,240 (+7.0%)
2024
$1,160 (+6.9%)
2023
$1,085 (+14.5%)
2022
$947 (+9.0%)
2021
$869 (+13.5%)
2020
$766 (−0.1%)
2019
$767 (+10.7%)
2018
$693 (+7.7%)
2017
$644 (+0.1%)
2016
$643 (+8.0%)
2014
$595 (−3.3%)
2013
$616
Tax history for 1663 Old Houston Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,240 (+7.0%)
2024
$1,160 (+6.9%)
2023
$1,085 (+14.5%)
2022
$947 (+9.0%)
2021
$869 (+13.5%)
2020
$766 (−0.1%)
2019
$767 (+10.7%)
2018
$693 (+7.7%)
2017
$644 (+0.1%)
2016
$643 (+8.0%)
2014
$595 (−3.3%)
2013
$616
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
—
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
140 ft.
Lot depth
345 ft.
Lot size
1.11 Acres
Year renovated
1968
Sq. Ft.
1,860
Year built
1968
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Winston County
APN
1206140200021000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 12, 2026.
Property details
Interior
Bedroom Information
Main Level Bedrooms: 3
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
# of Half Bathrooms: 1
Interior Features
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Dining Room
Room Information
# of Rooms Total: 9
Exterior
Building Information
Sq. Ft.: 2143.0
Above Grade Finished Area: 2,143
Property Features
On Waterfront
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Residential
Lot Information
Lot Features: Waterfront
Water Body Name: Smith Lake
Lot Size Dimensions: 140 x 345
Lot Size Acres: 1.11
Zoning: None
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $1,240.40
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Septic Tank
Location
Schools Information
Elementary School: County
Middle Or Junior School: County
High School: County
Location Information
Directions: FOR COMP USE ONLY
Subdivision Name: None
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,860
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 1.11 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1968
Year Renovated: 1968
County: Winston County
APN: 1206140200021000
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 12, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Meek High School
Public 5-12 • Assigned • 1.5mi
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 105° expected this year, 19 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
27% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 4 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Arley, AL • 35541
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.1 hours in
June and 4.6 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Estimated sale price
$743,000 – $899,000
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