ADORABLE Craftsman/Bungalow with space where it counts! this 2BR/1BA offers a large living room with fireplace and bookshelves each side. Updated bathroom tile surround, and a functional kitchen complete with range and dishwasher. Out back you'll find generous yard plus a detached 2 car garage/workshop-ideal for storage, projects, or extra parking. Whether your a first time buyer, downsizing, or looking for a solid investment this one checks the boxes. Great layout. Great yard. Great potential.
Single-familyProperty Type
1950Year Built
0.28 acresLot Size
$125Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Dale Carter• William & Curtis Realty LLC
Est. $1,215 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 1517 Chestnut St SE
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
VMLS #21910521
Sep 30, 2026
Sold
$135,000
$125/sq ft
Jul 26, 2026
Contingent
—
Feb 23, 2026
Listed
$136,900
$127/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$682
$1,740 + $5,790
$7,530
2024
$682 (+99.7%)
$1,740 + $5,790
$7,530
2023
$342
$1,740 + $5,790
$7,530
2022
$342 (+5.9%)
$1,740 + $5,790
$7,530
2021
$323 (+17.3%)
$1,740 + $5,370
$7,110
2020
$275
$1,740 + $5,370
$7,110
2019
$275
$1,740 + $5,370
$7,110
2018
$275 (+8.2%)
$1,740 + $5,380
$7,120
2017
$254
$1,740 + $4,910
$6,650
2016
$254 (−1.6%)
$1,740 + $4,910
$6,650
2013
$258
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
—
Baths
—
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.28 Acres
Year renovated
1950
Sq. Ft.
1,080
Year built
1950
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Morgan County
APN
03 04 20 4 006 002.000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 15, 2026.
Oct 5, 2017 • Final
Building
Remove and replace shingles and felt on a residential building.
Roofing
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking / Garage Information
Parking Features: Garage-Two Car, Garage-Detached, Workshop in Garage
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
Basement Information
Basement: Crawl Space
Room Information
# of Rooms: 5
Exterior
Lot Information
Lot Size Acres: 0.28
Lot Size Dimensions: 86 x 140
Lot Size Area: 0.28
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Square Feet: 12,196.8
Land Information
Water Source: Public
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
New Construction: No
Year Built: 1950
Living Area: 1,080
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Has Fireplace: Yes
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: One
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Legal Description: SUB PARK CR LOT 76 PLAT BK 1 P 106
Tax Year: 2025
Tax Lot: 76
Tax Block: A
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling: Yes
Has Heating: Yes
Cooling: Window 2
Heating: Electric, Wall Furnace
Location
HOA Information
Association YN: No
School / Neighborhood
Elementary School: Oak Park Elementary
Middle Or Junior School: Decatur Middle School
High School: Decatur High
Location Details
Directions: East On U8th, Left On 16th, Left On Chestnut.
Community Information
Subdivision Name: Park Circle
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: 1,080
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.28 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1950
Year Renovated: 1950
County: Morgan County
APN: 03 04 20 4 006 002.000
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 15, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Oak Park Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.5mi
3/10
Decatur Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.3mi
4/10
Decatur High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.8mi
6/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
6/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 106° expected this year, 19 days in 30 years
4/10 Wind Factor
19% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Decatur, AL • 35601
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Sun exposure
93/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Decatur. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.2 hrs
5.9 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$134,000 – $162,000
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