Discover an extraordinary opportunity to build your dream estate on one of the largest and most prestigious lots in Wakefield, Huntsville's premier gated community. This exceptional bluff parcel offers breathtaking panoramic views of scenic mountains and valleys, providing a stunning natural backdrop for your custom luxury residence. The elevated topography is ideal for a daylight or walk-out basement design, maximizing both the dramatic vistas and functional living space. Just five minutes from downtown, moments from Monte Sano State Park's natural beauty, and near world-class Robert Trent Jones Golf Courses.
Southeast Quadrant, located between Memorial Parkway and Monte Sano State Park, is a residential and civic Huntsville neighborhood with a foothills backdrop and a campus-and-parkway rhythm. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Governors Drive SE and Whitesburg Drive intersection, where coffee counters, local lunch spots, and small storefronts meet steady commuter flow. Lowe Mill ARTS & Entertainment and the Huntsville Museum of Art act as cultural anchors nearby, with Stovehouse adding a food-hall courtyard scene. Streets shift from mid-century ranch homes to newer infill, often framed by mature trees and long, sloping lots. Greenway segments and trailheads pull daily routines toward the outdoors. The geography reads as city-meets-mountain, with quick transitions from errands to overlooks.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Interior features
Level lot (interior-related note: property is a land lot with no interior structure)
Exterior features
Level terrain
Located in the Wakefield subdivision
City street frontage
Gated entrance (per directions)
Home design
Vacant land (lot)
Lot 1, Block 4 of Wakefield subdivision
Security
Gated community access (entrance noted as gated)
Construction
No improvements reported (land parcel)
Utilities
Public water available
Public sewer available
Sale and tax history for 27 Asbury Rd SE
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
VMLS #21914449
Apr 7, 2026
Listed
$299,000
VMLS #1788325
Aug 11, 2021
Listed
$325,000
VMLS #1153568
Feb 5, 2021
Sold
$430,000
Jan 1, 2021
Contingent
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Dec 30, 2020
Price Changed
$450,000
Sep 23, 2020
Listed
$400,000
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Gorgeous 2.5 acre total with 2 lots in the prestigious gated community of Wakefield. Perfect spot for your DREAM HOME that can supply you with both an amazing sunrise & unlimited sunsets! These lots are gently sloped with mature trees and they back up to a private drive. The Wakefield Community has a staffed Gate House, serene surroundings and a short drive to Downtown entertainment, shopping & hospitals. A real estate agent must be present for a private showing. Call 256-990-0974 for an appointment.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2024
$2,863
2023
$2,863 (+33.3%)
2017
$2,147
2016
$2,147
2014
$2,147
Public record
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Lot width
204 ft.
Lot depth
294 ft.
Lot size
1.38 Acres
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Style
Other
County
Madison County
APN
18-02-09-4-000-006.000
Parking Spaces
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Basement
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Last updated by owner on Jan 15, 2026.
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
4/10 Heat Factor
4 days above 104° expected this year, 10 days in 30 years
4/10 Wind Factor
14% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
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Redfin Estimate for 27 Asbury Rd SE
We cannot show automated home-value estimates for this home.
Nearby homes have recently sold between $280,000 and $720,000.
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $280K to $720K.