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$174,900

509 8th Ave SE Decatur, AL 35601

4 beds
2 full, 1 partial
2,965 sqft
$59 / sqft
House

Property details

About 509 8th Ave SE

A once in a lifetime opportunity to own a rich piece of history in Decaturs Historic Albany district! This beauty is dripping with charm and potential! The possibility is endless with stylish historic features cascading through this home, an oversized front porch, a back sunporch, and garage/carport. This home is perfectly located with a short walk to the stunning Delano Park and everything Downtown Decatur has to offer. The Southern Living potential is there waiting for you to see it!

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingCentral 1
StatusAccepting Backup Offers
(Contingent)
CoolingCentral 1
Size2,965 sqft
ParkingDetached Carport, Alley Access
MLS #21885896
FireplaceGas Log

Summary

  • Partial Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Basement: No
  • Fireplace: Gas Log
  • Total Bedroom Count: 4
  • Parking: Detached Carport, Alley Access
  • Heating: Central 1
  • Cooling: Central 1
  • List Price: $174,900
  • Price/SqFt: $58
  • Annual Tax Amount: $1,894
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Directions: Heading South On Hwy 31 Turn Left On Sherman St., Then Right On 8th Ave.
  • Stories: 2
  • Living Area: 2,965 SqFt
  • MLS Number: 21885896
  • Office Name: Legend Realty
  • Office Phone: (256) 428-3780
  • Office Email: agentcoordinator@homeslegend.com

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Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$20,910$1,894
2022$20,910$1,894
2021$17,440$1,580
2020$32,620$1,580
2019$18,020$677
2018$18,020$677

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

3

Banks-Caddell Elementary School

Public District PK-5

0.3 mi

211 Gordon Dr SE

4

Oak Park Elementary School

Public District PK-5

1.0 mi

1218 16H Ave SE

4

West Decatur Elementary School

Public District PK-5

1.1 mi

708 Memorial Dr SW

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 $74,576. Most Decatur, AL residents have annual incomes less than $<35k. Typical family type is single, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

30%
<35k
30%
35k-100k
24%
100k-200k
16%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

45%
Single, No Kids
10%
Single, with Kids
29%
Married, No Kids
16%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

10%
<11 yrs old
5%
12-17 yrs old
29%
18-34 yrs old
48%
35-64 yrs old
8%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • College BasketballCollege Basketball
  • Pro BoxingPro Boxing
  • Horse RacesHorse Races

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • DillardsDillards
  • Family DollarFamily Dollar
  • Stein MartStein Mart

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Logan's RoadhouseLogan's Roadhouse
  • White CastleWhite Castle
  • LongHorn SteakhouseLongHorn Steakhouse

What do the neighbors drive?

  • HyundaiHyundai
  • ChevroletChevrolet
  • BuickBuick

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • RockRock
  • Contemporary InspirationalContemporary Inspirational
  • NewsNews
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 509 8th Ave SE

The listing price of 509 8th Ave SE property is $174,900.

The property 509 8th Ave SE is a house located in Decatur, Alabama, 35601.

Accepting Backup Offers: 509 8th Ave SE is Accepting Backup Offers (Active Under Contract), there is still a chance to have your real estate agent submit an offer.

The nearby schools for 509 8th Ave SE are: Banks-Caddell Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Oak Park Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), West Decatur Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Decatur Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Austin Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), West Morgan Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Decatur High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Austin Junior High School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Austin High School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $1,894 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The property at 509 8th Ave SE has 4 bedrooms and 2 full and 1 half bathrooms.

The property 509 8th Ave SE is 2,965 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

This home is located at 509 8th Ave SE in Decatur, AL and zip code 35601. Features: 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 10, 2025 and is currently priced at $174,900.

Decatur, AL housing market in June 2025 saw over 4 listings sold above listed price, more than 18 sold at listed price and over 50 sold below. In June 2025 in Decatur, AL there were 5.8% more homes for sale than in May. In June 2025 median list price was $257,000 and the average listing age was 1 days.

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

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