Explore this delightful 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home at 5185 South Shades Crest Rd, Bessemer, AL. This welcoming property shines with a generous eat-in kitchen and a roomy living area perfect for gatherings. The large bedrooms and partially finished basement, which is already studded for an additional bathroom, present excellent opportunities for future expansion. Enjoy the seclusion and security of a fully fenced backyard. Set on a tranquil 2.96-acre lot, this home provides a peaceful retreat while remaining close to local amenities, schools, and major roads. Combining comfort and practicality in a sought-after location, it’s a must-see. For more details or to arrange a viewing, please contact your preferred agent. * Please be aware that Alabama is a buyer beware state and all items of importance are to be verified by the buyer or buyer's agent.
Single-familyProperty Type
1992Year Built
2.96 acresLot Size
$103Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Leah Bishop• Keller Williams Homewood
Bought with Emma Tucker• Keller Williams Realty Vestavia
Unincorporated Shelby County! Helena Schools! Acreage! Gorgeous Hidden Treasure with a stunning sunroom overlooking the 2.96 beautifully maintained acres with abundant wildlife! Peacefully located on So Shades Crest Rd. .. off the beaten path. .. is a beautiful retreat with a HUGE kitchen and breakfast/dining area, SPACIOUS living room with adjoining tiled sunroom, 3 bedrooms and 2 updated bathrooms. Wide and deep steps to the heated and aired basement below that houses a great workroom and is also plumbed for a bath. Semi-finished, it is closed off from the immaculate basement garage for parking of 2 cars. The house is wired for a Generator. .. and. .. a "Barn" Storage Shed currently used for ATV, Lawn Mower, etc, has been built underneath the beautiful back deck with side door or barn door entry and does not leak per owner! An open patio is on the opposite side. Beautifully maintained acreage is breathtaking and provides a peaceful setting in the back! BESSEMER MAILING ADDRESS ONLY!
Public Records
Feb 6, 2008
Sold
$175,000
$54/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,162 (+0.8%)
2024
$1,152 (+5.4%)
2023
$1,093 (+4.6%)
2022
$1,045 (+9.5%)
2021
$954 (+1.3%)
2020
$942 (+2.3%)
2019
$921 (+2.4%)
2018
$899
Tax history for 5185 Shades Crest Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,162 (+0.8%)
2024
$1,152 (+5.4%)
2023
$1,093 (+4.6%)
2022
$1,045 (+9.5%)
2021
$954 (+1.3%)
2020
$942 (+2.3%)
2019
$921 (+2.4%)
2018
$899
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
—
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
2.96 Acres
Year renovated
2005
Sq. Ft.
1,634
Year built
1992
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Shelby County
APN
12 8 28 0 000 008.000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 28, 2026.
A-1
Agricultural District
The regulations set forth in this article or set forth elsewhere in this ordinance, when referred to in this article, are the regulations in the A-1 Agricultural District.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Dairy
Greenhouse / nursery
Livestock production
Religious facility
Housing-Single unit
Educational/school
Kennel
Veterinary clinic
Agriculture-Cropland
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Garage Entry Location: Side
Attached, Basement Parking, Driveway Parking, Off Street Parking
# of Total Garage Spaces: 2
# of Garage Spaces Basement Level: 2
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
Bedroom/Bathroom Features: Linen Closet, Separate Shower, Tub/Shower Combo, Walk-In Closets
Kitchen Equipment: Microwave Built-In, Refrigerator, Some Stainless Appl, Stove-Gas
Window Treatments: Some to Remain
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Gas Heat
Cooling: Central, Electric
Exterior
Building Information
Year Built Description: Existing
Exterior Features
Waterfront: No
Pool: No
Patio: No
Log Home: No
Foundation: Basement
Garden/Patio: No
Decks: Yes
Deck Type: Open
Property Information
Parcel ID: 12-8-28-0-000-008.000
Sq.Ft. Source: Per Tax Report
Historic Register: No
Construction: Siding-Hardiplank
Lot Information
Flood Plain: No
Lot View: No
Land Information
# of Acres: 2.96
Subdivision Information
Subdivision (automatch): GARNER ESTATES
Financial
Tax Information
Tax District: COUNTY
Financial Information
Has Down Payment Assistance
Utilities
Utility Information
Has Internet Service Availability
Water Heater: Gas (WTRHTR)
Water Information: Public Water
Sewer/Septic: Septic
Location
Other Fees
Fire Fee
Fire Fee Amount: $500
Fire Fee: Yearly
Garbage Fee
Garbage Fee Amount: $26
Garbage Fee: Monthly
HOA Information
Association Fee: No
School Information
HELENA
Elementary School: HELENA
Jr/Middle: HELENA
High School: HELENA
Location Details
Minor Subdivision: GARNER ESTATES
Driving Directions: Merge onto I-459 S toward Bessemer. Take exit 6 to Morgan Road/Bessemer/Helena exit. Turn left onto Morgan Road. Turn right onto South Shades Crest Rd. Continue on South Shades Crest Rd. for approximately 4 miles. 5185 South Shades Crest Rd. will be on your right.
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,634
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 2.96 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1992
Year Renovated: 2005
County: Shelby County
APN: 12 8 28 0 000 008.000
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 28, 2026
Other
Listing Information
LVT Date: 2024-08-20
Price Per SQFT: 95.21
Around this home
Schools
Helena Intermediate School
Public 3-5 • Assigned • 5.6mi
10/10
Helena Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 5.0mi
10/10
Helena High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 5.2mi
8/10
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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
4/10 Fire Factor
1% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
6 days above 107° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
44% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Bessemer, AL • 35022
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.8 hours in
June and 4.7 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Estimated sale price
$318,000 – $385,000
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