Well maintained home with unfinished bonus upstairs ready for your vision. Whether you create a home office, media retreat or value-add living space, this is where equity meets imagination. Until then, it’s the perfect oversized storage solution. This is the kind of home you grow into—and one that grows with you. Tucked into the heart of Hillsboro on a quiet semi cul-de-sac, this home offers more than just a place to live—it delivers a lifestyle. Step out your back gate and connect directly to the community’s scenic trail system. With the pool, clubhouse, and Helena’s favorite local spots just minutes away, this is everyday living designed around connection, convenience, and enjoying where you are. In 2021 kitchen was renovated with all new appliances, Quartz counters, farm sink, microwave drawer & custom cabinetry. New paint inside and out, new roof, windows, gutters, fence, irrigation system, tankless water heater. In 2019 water softener system, drinking water system installed. ..
Single-familyProperty Type
2010Year Built
10,454 sq ftLot Size
$180Price/Sq.Ft.
$54/moHOA Dues
2 car garageParking
Listed by Benny Roberts• eXp Realty, LLC Central
Bought with Ben Preston• LAH Sotheby's International Realty Hoover
Est. $2,076 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 285 Appleford Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
Greater Alabama MLS #21448734
May 26, 2026
Sold
$410,000
$180/sq ft
Apr 11, 2026
Contingent
—
Apr 10, 2026
Listed
$400,000
$176/sq ft
Apr 3, 2026
Coming Soon
$400,000
$176/sq ft
Greater Alabama MLS #1312461
Feb 28, 2022
Sold
$365,000
$160/sq ft
Feb 4, 2022
Listed
$345,000
$152/sq ft
+45
Renovated kitchen with all new appliances, Quartz counters, farm sink, microwave drawer & custom cabinetry. New paint inside and out 2021, roof 2021, windows 2020, gutters 2021, fence 2021, irrigation system 2021, tankless hot water heater, water softener system, drinking water system 2019.
Public Records
Dec 29, 2008
Sold
$104,000
$46/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,821 (+2.2%)
2024
$1,782 (+5.2%)
2023
$1,694 (+40.3%)
2018
$1,208 (+5.5%)
2017
$1,145 (+1.6%)
$6,500 + $17,700
$24,200
2016
$1,127 (+10.8%)
$6,000 + $17,840
$23,840
2013
$1,017
$5,680 + $15,590
$21,270
Public record
Beds
—
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
40 ft.
Lot depth
113 ft.
Lot size
10,367 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
2016
Sq. Ft.
2,275
Year built
2010
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Shelby County
APN
13 5 16 4 002 039.000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 30, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Garage Entry Location: Front
Driveway Parking, Off Street Parking
# of Total Garage Spaces: 2
# of Garage Spaces Main Level: 2
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
Bedroom/Bathroom Features: Garden Tub, Linen Closet, Separate Shower, Separate Vanities, Shared Bath, Split Bedrooms, Tub/Shower Combo, Walk-In Closets
BBQ Area, Bike Trails, Clubhouse, Park, Playgound, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Swimming Allowed, Walking Paths
Property Information
Parcel ID: 13-5-16-4-002-039.000
Sq.Ft. Source: Per Tax Report
Historic Register: No
Construction: Brick Over Foundation, Siding-Hardiplank
Lot Information
Flood Plain: No
Lot View: No
Lot Description: Cul-de-sac, Irregular Lot, Some Trees, Subdivision
Land Information
# of Acres: 0.24
Subdivision Information
Subdivision (automatch): HILLSBORO APPLEFORD
Financial
Tax Information
Tax District: HELENA
Financial Information
Has Down Payment Assistance
Utilities
Utility Information
Underground Utils
Energy Green Features: Ceiling Fans, Doub Paned Windows, Energy Star Appliances, Energy Star Windows, LED Lighting, Programmable Thermostat, Storm Windows, Turbines
Internet Service Provider: AT&T, Spectrum, Cspire....
Has Internet Service Availability
Water Heater: Tankless
Water Information: Public Water
Sewer/Septic: Connected
Location
Other Fees
Garbage Fee
Garbage Fee Amount: $25
Garbage Fee: Monthly
HOA Information
Fees Include: Common Grounds Mntc, Management Fee, Other, Reserve for Improvements, Utilities for Comm Areas
Association Fee: Yes
Association Fee Amount: $650
Association Fee Frequency: Yearly
School Information
HELENA
Elementary School: HELENA
Jr/Middle: HELENA
High School: HELENA
Location Details
Property Access: Curb and Gutters, Paved Road, Public Road
Minor Subdivision: HILLSBORO APPLEFORD
Driving Directions: I 459 to Exit 6, East on Hwy 52(aka Morgan Rd) after Cahaba River turn Left into Hillsboro Appleford Community Stay straight on Appleford road to the Cul-de-sac.
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,275
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 10,367 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2010
Year Renovated: 2016
County: Shelby County
APN: 13 5 16 4 002 039.000
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 30, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Activation Date: 2026-04-10
LVT Date: 2026-04-10
Price Per SQFT: 180.22
Around this home
Schools
Helena Elementary School
Public K-2 • Assigned • 0.6mi
10/10
Helena Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.7mi
10/10
Helena High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.5mi
8/10
Provided by GreatSchools
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
7/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 108° expected this year, 20 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
45% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 4 days in 30 years
Provided by First Street
Historical weather
Helena, AL • 35080
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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87
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55
69
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59
39
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Feb
Mar
Apr
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Jun
Jul
Aug
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Sun exposure
76/ 100
Good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
8.3 hrs
5.9 hrs
JuneDecember
Provided by Shadowmap
Estimated sale price
$395,000 – $478,000
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