Beautifully updated and move-in ready! This 3BR/2BA home sits on a spacious 0.50-acre lot and features new interior & exterior paint and brand new flooring throughout. Open-concept living/dining with cathedral ceilings. Metal roof, HVAC (2018, new Compressor 2025), water heater (2018), and large utility room. Covered porch and great backyard space. USDA eligible – great opportunity for first-time buyers. Come see this refreshed Locust Fork gem today!
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Market trends in 35097, AL
Last updated August 2026
Sale-to-List Price
103.2%
+17.2% MoM
Median sale price
$309K
$38K MoM
Avg. days on market
33d
11 days MoM
Recently sold homes
1
3 MoM
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Sale history for 159 Ray Dr
Date
Event
Price
Greater Alabama MLS #21434078
Mar 13, 2026
Sold
$178,000
$144/sq ft
Feb 19, 2026
Contingent
—
Feb 5, 2026
Price Changed
$185,000
$150/sq ft
Jan 9, 2026
Price Changed
$187,500
$152/sq ft
Nov 24, 2025
Price Changed
$189,900
$154/sq ft
Oct 14, 2025
Listed
$194,000
$157/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 11, 2025
Sold
$110,000
$89/sq ft
Greater Alabama MLS #1271472
Jan 29, 2021
Sold
$114,900
$93/sq ft
Dec 27, 2020
Contingent
—
Dec 13, 2020
Listed
$114,900
$93/sq ft
+24
Here you go. . the best deal of 2020. USDA offers no down payment with approved buyer. This home is ready for your personal touch with paint and carpet. Large back yard, cathedral ceiling, Large living room open to the dining room, Cabinets would be adorable chalk painted. Large utility room, Hvac 2018, metal roof 13 years, Hot water heater 2018. Home has good bones and is ready for your personal touch.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$422 (+8.0%)
$2,500 + $12,300
$14,800
2024
$391 (+8.7%)
$2,500 + $12,300
$14,800
2023
$359 (+19.7%)
$1,500 + $12,300
$13,800
2022
$300 (+19.7%)
$1,500 + $11,340
$12,840
2021
$251 (+2.7%)
$1,500 + $9,520
$11,020
2020
$244 (+8.7%)
$1,580 + $7,920
$9,500
2019
$225 (−2.5%)
$1,500 + $7,800
$9,300
2018
$231 (−2.7%)
$1,500 + $7,200
$8,700
2017
$237 (−7.7%)
2014
$257 (+0.4%)
2013
$256
Tax history for 159 Ray Dr
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$422 (+8.0%)
$2,500 + $12,300
$14,800
2024
$391 (+8.7%)
$2,500 + $12,300
$14,800
2023
$359 (+19.7%)
$1,500 + $12,300
$13,800
2022
$300 (+19.7%)
$1,500 + $11,340
$12,840
2021
$251 (+2.7%)
$1,500 + $9,520
$11,020
2020
$244 (+8.7%)
$1,580 + $7,920
$9,500
2019
$225 (−2.5%)
$1,500 + $7,800
$9,300
2018
$231 (−2.7%)
$1,500 + $7,200
$8,700
2017
$237 (−7.7%)
2014
$257 (+0.4%)
2013
$256
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Rooms at Level 1: Bedroom (LVL 1), Kitchen (LVL 1), Living (LVL 1), Master Bedroom (LVL 1)
Rooms: Bedroom, Kitchen, Master Bedroom
Room 1: Living
Room 1 Level: 1
Room 2: Kitchen
Room 2 Level: 1
Room 3: Master Bedroom
Room 3 Level: 1
Room 4: Bedroom
Room 4 Level: 1
Room 5: Bedroom
Room 5 Level: 1
Interior Features
HVAC Total Area: 1,232
Living Area (main+upper): 1,232
Main Level Sq.Ft.: 1,232
Tri-Level: No
Split Level: No
Split Foyer: No
Ceilings: Smooth Ceilings
Floors: Vinyl
Interior Features: None
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type: Woodburning
Fireplace Location: Living Room
Fireplace Details: Marble
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Central
Cooling: Central
Exterior
Building Information
Year Built Description: Existing
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Storage Building, Porch
Waterfront: No
Pool: No
Patio: No
Log Home: No
Foundation: Slab
Garden/Patio: No
Decks: No
Property Information
Parcel ID: 21-06-23-0-000-039.000
Sq.Ft. Source: Per Tax Report
Historic Register: No
Construction: Siding-Hardiplank
Lot Information
Flood Plain: No
Lot View: No
Land Information
# of Acres: 0.5
Subdivision Information
Subdivision (automatch): NONE
Financial
Tax Information
Tax District: DISTRICT 02
Financial Information
Has Down Payment Assistance
Utilities
Utility Information
Unknown Internet Service Availability
Water Heater: Electric (WTRHTR)
Water Information: Public Water
Sewer/Septic: Septic
Location
School Information
LOCUST FORK
Elementary School: LOCUST FORK
Jr/Middle: LOCUST FORK
High School: LOCUST FORK
Location Details
Minor Subdivision: NONE
Driving Directions: take Hwy 79 N toward Locust Fork. Continue approx. 25 miles. After entering Locust Fork, turn left onto Ray Drive (just past Locust Fork Baptist Church). Home will be on the left.
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,232
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.5 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1999
Year Renovated: 1999
County: Blount County
APN: 2106230000039000
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 10, 2026
Other
Listing Information
LVT Date: 2025-10-14
Price Per SQFT: 144.48
Around this home
Schools
Locust Fork Elementary School
Public PreK-6 • Assigned • 1.7mi
10/10
Locust Fork High School
Public 7-12 • Assigned • 1.6mi
5/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
9/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 80%+ chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
4/10 Fire Factor
2% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
6/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 105° expected this year, 19 days in 30 years
5/10 Wind Factor
25% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 6 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Locust Fork, AL • 35097
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.1 hours in
June and 4.7 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
9.1 hrs
4.7 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$189,000 – $228,000
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