TIMELESS ELEGANT HISTORIC HOME BUILT IN 1918 in downtown Decatur, just a short stroll to Bank Street's restaurants & shops. This 3-bedroom, 2.5 bath treasure blends historic character with modern convenience. Gorgeous hardwood floors, 10foot ceilings, gas log fireplace, built-in bookcases, 2 bedrooms and a study grace the main level. The dream kitchen features open shelving, farmhouse sink, smooth-top range, pantry, wainscoting, and a stylish fandelier. Sunroom offers flexible space for breakfast, crafts, or laundry. Upstairs you'll find a spacious bedroom with cedar-lined walk-in closet, large bath with walk-in shower, built-ins, and playroom. Detached garage/workshop, beautiful back yard.
Old Decatur, located between the Tennessee River and the Albany Historic District, is a historic and walkable Decatur neighborhood with a courthouse square and brick-lined streets. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Morgan Street corridor by the Old State Bank, where galleries, coffee counters, and chef-driven dining spill into a lively sidewalk scene. Architectural cues lean toward preserved storefronts and classic civic buildings, with pocket parks and river views shaping the pace. The Princess Theatre Center for the Performing Arts anchors the cultural calendar, while the Carnegie Visual Arts Center adds rotating exhibitions in a landmark building. The Cook Museum of Natural Science brings a modern, hands-on counterpoint to the district’s older facades. Trails and green space along the riverfront round out a day-to-night routine.
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Offer insights
506 Canal St NE · $399,900
$399K and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $399K+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
86 days
The average home goes pending in 50 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
97.4%
Most homes are selling 3% below list price.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Interior features
Crawl space basement
Gas log fireplace (one)
Bedrooms
Total rooms: 11
Bathrooms
Two full bathrooms
One half bathroom
Kitchen
Range
Dishwasher
Heating & cooling
Central heating
Central cooling
Exterior features
Public water
Lot dimensions approximately 62 x 165 x 50 x 165
Mature landscaping and yard space
Home design
Single family residence
Residential property
Built in 1918
Two fireplaces noted in heating/fireplace entries
Parking
Detached garage with workshop
Concrete driveway
Parking pad
Construction
Shingle roof not specified
Original construction from 1918
Utilities
Public sewer
Public water
HOA & community
No association
Other
Subdivision: D L I & F C
Electricity and solar
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SOLD BEFORE PRINT! This fully restored historic Craftsman home, built in 1918, is located on desirable Canal St. within walking distance to downtown and the river. Listed in the National Registry, it remains a part of Old Decatur's charm. The home features 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, an office, a large kitchen, and a sunroom. Additional highlights include a detached garage and a fenced yard. With its unique character and modern updates, this home offers the perfect blend of history and convenience.
VMLS #21868858
Dec 24, 2024
Delisted
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Oct 31, 2024
Price Changed
$379,000
$159/sq ft
Oct 4, 2024
Price Changed
$397,500
$166/sq ft
Aug 19, 2024
Listed
$399,000
$167/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,006 (+139.3%)
$4,090 + $18,050
$22,140
2024
$838 (+13.6%)
$4,090 + $18,050
$22,140
2023
$738
$4,090 + $15,470
$19,560
2022
$738 (+5.3%)
$4,090 + $15,470
$19,560
2021
$701 (−3.3%)
$4,090 + $12,410
$16,500
2020
$724
$4,090 + $12,930
$17,020
2019
$724
$4,090 + $12,930
$17,020
2018
$724 (+4.6%)
$4,090 + $12,930
$17,020
2017
$693 (+1.6%)
$4,500 + $11,830
$16,330
2016
$682 (+8.4%)
$4,500 + $11,610
$16,110
2013
$629
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
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Baths
1
Stories
1.5
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
9,090 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1918
Finished Sq. Ft.
2,436
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
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Total Sq. Ft.
2,436
Year built
1918
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Morgan County
APN
03 04 18 4 011 009.000
Parking Spaces
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Basement
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Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 15, 2026.
Apr 30, 2024 • Final
Building
Relocate a water heater and a bathtub.
Bathroom
Plumbing
Mar 29, 2024 • Final
Building
Replace kitchen cabinets and countertops and install new appliances. Buff hardwood floors, paint walls and trim, and install new door hardware.
Kitchen
Remodel
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.
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 107° 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
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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77
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66
48
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38
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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Sun exposure
89/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.3 hrs
5.6 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 506 Canal St NE
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Nearby homes have recently sold between $219,000 and $445,000.
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