$264,000

1228 W Market St Athens, AL 35611

$3,135
Closing credit¹
2 beds
2 full
1,614 sqft
0.3 acres
$164 / sqft
House

Property details

About 1228 W Market St

Idyllic storybook cottage on the convenient west side of town. Sand and finish hardwood floors. Smooth ceilings and crown molding throughout. Living room has gas log FP flanked by built-ins and a gorgeous antique mantel from Philadelphia. Huge galley kitchen with hood, backsplash, gas range and dining area that could double as a keeping room. Rinnai tankless water heater. All windows updated 2021, except hand crank windows in sunroom and laundry room. Updated lighting, Ceiling fans are retractable blade fans. Carport and chain link fenced backyard with storage building. New HVAC unit March 2025. New roof with architectural shingles March 2025. This one wont last, schedule a showing today!

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingCentral 1
StatusActive
(ACTIVE)
CoolingCentral 1
Size1,614 sqft
Lot size0.35 Acres
Year built1948
ParkingAttached Carport
MLS #21885061
FireplaceGas Log, One

Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Oven, Gas Water Heater, Range
  • Basement: No
  • Fireplace: Gas Log, One
  • Total Bedroom Count: 2
  • Parking: Attached Carport
  • Exterior: Park Near By
  • Architectural Style: Ranch/1 Story
  • Heating: Central 1
  • Cooling: Central 1
  • List Price: $264,000
  • Price/SqFt: $163
  • Annual Tax Amount: $624
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Directions: West On Market St. House On Right Past Post Office
  • Year Built: 1948
  • Stories: 1
  • Living Area: 1,614 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.35 Acres
  • MLS Number: 21885061
  • Office Name: Century 21 J And L Realty
  • Office Phone: (256) 233-2121

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1228 W Market St, Athens, AL 35611 - view of front of house featuring driveway, a carport, fence, and a yard

$264,000

1228 W Market St

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Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$16,940$624
2022$13,880$502
2021$12,500$502
2019$10,860$425
2018$10,840$381
2017$10,840$380

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

2

James L. Cowart Elementary School

Public District KG-4

0.5 mi

1701 W Hobbs St

5

Athens Intermediate School

Public District 5-6

1.1 mi

1916 US Highway 72 W

8

Athens Elementary School

Public District PK-4

1.3 mi

601 S Clinton St

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $39,500. The majority of Athens, AL residents have income less than $<35k annually. The most common type of family is single, no kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is high school diploma.

How much money do the neighbors make?

46%
<35k
42%
35k-100k
11%
100k-200k
1%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree

What types of families live nearby?

47%
Single, No Kids
12%
Single, with Kids
24%
Married, No Kids
17%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

17%
<11 yrs old
6%
12-17 yrs old
26%
18-34 yrs old
34%
35-64 yrs old
17%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Figure SkatingFigure Skating
  • Pro WrestlingPro Wrestling
  • Extreme SportsExtreme Sports

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • KmartKmart
  • Wal-MartWal-Mart
  • Academy Sports & OutdoorsAcademy Sports & Outdoors

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Bob EvansBob Evans
  • SonicSonic
  • Little CaesarsLittle Caesars

What do the neighbors drive?

  • BuickBuick
  • OldsmobileOldsmobile
  • ChevroletChevrolet

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • OldiesOldies
  • Contemporary InspirationalContemporary Inspirational
  • CountryCountry
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 1228 W Market St

The listing price of 1228 W Market St property is $264,000.

The property 1228 W Market St is a house located in Athens, Alabama, 35611.

Active Listing: 1228 W Market St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 1228 W Market St are: James L. Cowart Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Athens Intermediate School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Athens Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Athens Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Liberty Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Discovery Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Athens Renaissance School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Athens High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Alabama Connections Academy (GreatSchools Rating 2/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $624 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The property at 1228 W Market St has 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.

The property 1228 W Market St is 1,614 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 1228 W Market St is 1948.

This home is located at 1228 W Market St in Athens, AL and zip code 35611. This 1,614 square foot home, which was built in 1948, sits on a 0.35 acre lot. Features: 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 2, 2025 and is currently priced at $264,000.

In April 2025 more than 20 listings in Athens, AL were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 33 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 41 were sold below. Between March and April 2025, Athens, AL real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 10.7%. While the average time on the market in April 2025 was 9 days, the median list price was $303,473.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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