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About this home
Own a piece of Decatur history with this charming 1929 home! Featuring 4 bedrooms and 3 baths, this home is rich in character with original hardwood floors, while recent updates—including brand-new kitchen tile and freshly painted porches—add a fresh, inviting feel. A timeless home offering the warmth, craftsmanship, and curb appeal that only a historic property can provide. An additional kitchen upstairs and a separate access to the top floor is also appealing for add'l income potential or generational living! *ZONED eligible for short term rental, as well!*
STEP INTO TIMELESS CHARACTER AND MODERN COMFORT IN THIS BEAUTIFULLY PRESERVED 1929 HOME, IDEALLY SITUATED IN THE HEART OF DECATUR. WHETHER YOU'RE LOOKING FOR A SPACIOUS SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE OR A VERSATILE DUPLEX SETUP, THIS PROPERTY OFFERS INCREDIBLE POTENTIAL. ORIGINAL CHARM RADIATES THROUGH TRANSOM WINDOWS, RICH PAINTED WOOD FLOORS, AND ARCHITECTURAL DETAILS THAT WHISPER OF ANOTHER ERA- ALL THOUGHTFULLY BALANCED WITH CONTEMPORARY UPDATES. THE KITCHENS AND BATHS HAVE BEEN TASTEFULLY REDONE, BLENDING CLASSIC STYLE WITH TODAYS CONVENIENCES. NEW WINDOWS, AND REFINISHED FLOORS! LIVE IN ONE AND RENT OUT THE OTHER OR PERFECT FOR GENERATIONAL LIVING!
APPFOLIO #3
Jun 5, 2024
Rental Removed
$800
$0/sq ft
May 15, 2024
Listed for Rent
$800
$0/sq ft
APPFOLIO #2
Nov 8, 2023
Rental Removed
$750
$0/sq ft
Oct 25, 2023
Listed for Rent
$750
$0/sq ft
Oct 15, 2023
Rental Removed
$750
$0/sq ft
Oct 14, 2023
Listed for Rent
$750
$0/sq ft
Oct 8, 2023
Rental Removed
$750
$0/sq ft
Oct 5, 2023
Listed for Rent
$825
$0/sq ft
VMLS #1830681
Mar 28, 2023
Listed
$107,000
$46/sq ft
Mar 24, 2023
Sold
$107,000
$46/sq ft
SOLD BEFORE PRINT
Greater Alabama MLS #1
Dec 2, 2022
Price Changed
$120,000
$52/sq ft
Sep 16, 2022
Price Changed
$130,000
$56/sq ft
Aug 24, 2022
Price Changed
$135,000
$58/sq ft
VMLS #1810627
Jun 10, 2022
Listed
$135,000
$58/sq ft
VMLS #1802877
Apr 18, 2022
Pending
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Apr 10, 2022
Relisted
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Mar 22, 2022
Pending
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Mar 11, 2022
Listed
$149,900
$65/sq ft
VMLS #1082650
Dec 13, 2017
Sold
$42,500
$18/sq ft
Nov 17, 2017
Listed
$45,000
$19/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,276 (+14.8%)
$1,010 + $13,070
$14,080
2024
$1,111 (+9.8%)
$1,010 + $11,250
$12,260
2023
$1,012
$1,010 + $10,160
$11,170
2022
$1,012 (+8.4%)
$1,010 + $10,160
$11,170
2021
$933
$1,010 + $9,290
$10,300
2020
$933
$1,010 + $9,290
$10,300
2019
$933 (−24.3%)
$1,010 + $9,290
$10,300
2018
$1,233
$1,010 + $9,290
$10,300
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
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Baths
1
Stories
2
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
7,000 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1929
Finished Sq. Ft.
2,261
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
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Total Sq. Ft.
2,261
Year built
1929
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Morgan County
APN
03 04 20 2 022 012.000
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.
Nov 17, 2017 • Final
Gas
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Aug 25, 2014 • Final
Building
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Demolition
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Climate risks
5/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 19-29% chance 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
5/10 Wind Factor
23% 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
94/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.7 hrs
6.8 hrs
JuneDecember
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