Beautifully renovated 1,765-square-foot bungalow in the heart of downtown Athens! This 4-bedroom, 2-bath home blends timeless character with modern updates, including a new roof, windows, plumbing, bathtubs, appliances, and a complete kitchen remodel. Refinished original hardwood floors preserve the home’s charm, while the screened-in porch offers the perfect place to relax. A newly poured concrete driveway adds curb appeal and convenience. Walk to downtown dining, shopping, and entertainment from this move-in-ready gem. Rarely do homes offer this combination of location, updates, charm, and character. Enjoy mature trees, abundant natural light, and classic bungalow style throughout. A must!
Est. $2,066 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 501 Sanders St
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
VMLS #21919776
Jul 15, 2026
Sold
$232,000
$131/sq ft
Jun 6, 2026
Contingent
—
Jun 3, 2026
Listed
$225,000
$127/sq ft
VMLS #21859540
Sep 26, 2024
Sold
$215,000
$122/sq ft
Aug 18, 2024
Pending
—
Jul 24, 2024
Price Changed
$225,000
$127/sq ft
Jul 3, 2024
Price Changed
$240,000
$136/sq ft
Jun 10, 2024
Price Changed
$250,000
$142/sq ft
May 1, 2024
Listed
$269,000
$152/sq ft
+45
Must see charming farmhouse home on a treed corner lot in walking distance to the square! This beautiful craftsman has been completely remodeled, incl 2 addl bedrooms and a bath upstairs. Gleaming original hardwood floors are the perfect backdrop for your furnishings. The layout is perfectly suited to entertaining friends & building a life in a home you'll love for years to come. Loads of natural light filter into every room. French panel glass doors out to the sitting porch is the stuff of Alabama summer night dreams! 2 new mini split HVACS upstairs, all new carpet, light fixtures & paint new granite in the bright kitchen. Some pics virtually staged. In USDA-RD ZERO DOWN PAYMENT Zone!
VMLS #1839801
Dec 8, 2023
Sold
$140,000
$79/sq ft
Oct 18, 2023
Pending
—
Oct 3, 2023
Relisted
—
Sep 13, 2023
Contingent
—
Jul 27, 2023
Listed
$140,000
$79/sq ft
+28
Nice starter home or investment property on a nice corner lot! This home features 2 Bedrooms, 1 Full Bath, spacious living area. kitchen with separate dining area and laundry room all on the main level. This home has 350 square feet of unfinished space that is laid out for 2 Bedrooms and 1 more Bath.This home has been recently updated with new paint, light fixtures and updated electrical panel. Home is being SOLD - "AS-IS"
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$476 (+7.8%)
2025
$441 (−48.8%)
2023
$862 (+17.7%)
2022
$732 (+7.8%)
2021
$679 (+1.6%)
2020
$669 (+10.1%)
2019
$607 (+16.8%)
2018
$520
2017
$520
2016
$520
2015
$520 (+1.7%)
2014
$511
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
—
Baths
—
Stories
1.5
Lot width
78 ft.
Lot depth
90 ft.
Lot size
7,020 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,260
Year built
1952
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Limestone County
APN
10 03 05 3 006 002.000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 30, 2026.
TN-2
Traditional Neighborhood 2 District
The Traditional Nieghborhood 2 District is intended to promote a variety of residential housing types in a walkable environment with some business and civic uses.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
General retail
Retail-Grocery
Public service
Property details
Parking
Parking / Garage Information
Parking Features: Driveway-Concrete
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
Basement Information
Basement: Crawl Space
Room Information
# of Rooms: 10
Exterior
Lot Information
Lot Size Dimensions: 90 x 77
Lot Size Units: Acres
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
New Construction: No
Living Area: 1,765
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Has Fireplace: Yes
Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
Building Information
Construction Materials: Masonite
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Lot: 13
Tax Block: 2
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling: Yes
Has Heating: Yes
Cooling: Central 2
Heating: Central 2
Location
HOA Information
Association YN: No
School / Neighborhood
Elementary School: Iacademy At Athens (P-3)
Middle Or Junior School: Athens (6-8)
High School: Athens High School
Location Details
Directions: From Downtown Athens Head West On Market Street Towards The Hospital. Turn Right On Sanders Street, House Is On The Corner Of Sanders Street
Community Information
Subdivision Name: Edgewood
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: 2,260
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 7,020 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1952
Year Renovated: —
County: Limestone County
APN: 10 03 05 3 006 002.000
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 30, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Athens Elementary School
Public PreK-3 • Assigned • 0.2mi
8/10
Athens Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.6mi
5/10
Athens High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.7mi
9/10
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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
0.15% 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
4/10 Wind Factor
21% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Athens, AL • 35611
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.2 hours in
June and 4.5 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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4.5 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$246,000 – $298,000
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