WELCOME HOME to Old Town Helena. This adorable historic bungalow has character galore and sits a stone's throw to the Helena Entertainment Dist and Helena Elementary School. Have a seat on the front porch swing with a glass of sweet tea and just relax! With 3 bedrooms on the main and a 4th bedroom/office space on the 2nd level, this home has great livability. So many updates: new quartz countertops and tile backsplash, kitchen renovation, new stove/oven/dishwasher. New windows and gutters, new gas water heater, and updated electrical and plumbing. This charming home is one you will want to tour!
Single-familyProperty Type
1915Year Built
0.42 acresLot Size
$190Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by Christy Larry• Keller Williams Metro South
This historic Helena bungalow is perfectly situated in the heart of Old Town Helena! Walk to parks, restaurants, and schools! This home offers a blend of historical architecture with modern convenience. Two lovely porch spaces, three bedrooms plus a bonus space upstairs for an added bedroom or office. .. all nestled on a large, shady corner lot!! This home is a MUST SEE!! Schedule your showing starting on December 1st- professional pictures to come!
Public Records
Jan 9, 2020
Sold
$140,000
$83/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,106 (+38.9%)
2024
$796 (+10.2%)
2023
$722 (+6.8%)
2022
$676 (+4.5%)
2021
$647 (−0.1%)
2020
$648 (+35.7%)
2019
$477 (+5.6%)
2018
$452
Tax history for 212 3rd St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,106 (+38.9%)
2024
$796 (+10.2%)
2023
$722 (+6.8%)
2022
$676 (+4.5%)
2021
$647 (−0.1%)
2020
$648 (+35.7%)
2019
$477 (+5.6%)
2018
$452
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
—
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
79 ft.
Lot depth
222 ft.
Lot size
0.4 Acres
Year renovated
2001
Sq. Ft.
1,584
Year built
1915
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Shelby County
APN
13 5 15 3 005 016.000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 30, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Detached, Driveway Parking
# of Carport Spaces: 2
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
Bedroom/Bathroom Features: Separate Shower, Tub/Shower Combo
Kitchen Features: Breakfast Bar, Eating Area, Pantry
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type: Gas
Fireplace Location: Den
Fireplace Details: Masonry
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Dual Systems, Gas Heat
Cooling: Dual Systems
Exterior
Building Information
Year Built Description: Existing
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Storage Building, Porch
Waterfront: No
Pool: No
Patio: No
Log Home: No
Foundation: Crawl Space
Garden/Patio: No
Decks: Yes
Deck Type: Open
Property Information
Parcel ID: 13-5-15-3-005-016.000
Sq.Ft. Source: Per Appraiser
Historic Register: No
Construction: Siding-Vinyl
Lot Information
Flood Plain: No
Lot View: No
Lot Description: Corner Lot
Land Information
# of Acres: 0.42
Subdivision Information
Subdivision (automatch): JOSEPH SQUIRES
Financial
Tax Information
Tax District: HELENA
Financial Information
Has Down Payment Assistance
Utilities
Utility Information
Has Internet Service Availability
Water Heater: Gas (WTRHTR)
Water Information: Public Water
Sewer/Septic: Connected
Location
Other Fees
Garbage Fee
Garbage Fee Amount: $23
Garbage Fee: Monthly
School Information
HELENA
Elementary School: HELENA
Jr/Middle: HELENA
High School: HELENA
Location Details
Property Access: Paved Road
Minor Subdivision: JOSEPH SQUIRES
Driving Directions: From I65 Southbound, take the Valleydale Rd exit and travel towards 261 and Helena. From Helena Rd, take a right onto 1st Ave W, then a left onto 3rd St. House is on the left.
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,584
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.4 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1915
Year Renovated: 2001
County: Shelby County
APN: 13 5 15 3 005 016.000
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 30, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Activation Date: 2025-04-17
LVT Date: 2025-04-17
Price Per SQFT: 192.08
Around this home
Schools
Helena Elementary School
Public K-2 • Assigned • 0.2mi
10/10
Helena Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.9mi
10/10
Helena High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.7mi
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
3/10 Fire Factor
0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
6/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 108° expected this year, 19 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
53% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
4 unhealthy days expected this year, 4 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Helena, AL • 35080
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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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4.7 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$306,000 – $370,000
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