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#21397580, John Franklin, Listing office: RealtySouth-OTM-Acton Rd
$249,900 List price
704 Drake Ave Bessemer, AL 35020
4 beds
2 full
2,436 sqft
0.4 acres
$103 / sqft
House
Property details
About 704 Drake Ave
Spacious and updated home zoned for McAdory schools! This would be a great home for an employee working at the new UAB Medical West hospital in McCalla!! New LVP floors throughout, new light fixtures, and fresh paint. The remodeled kitchen features quartz countertops, tile backsplash, and new hardware. On the main level, you will find the living room, formal dining room, updated kitchen and eating area. Up a few stairs will lead you to the 4 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms including the Primary Suite. The Primary Suite features an ensuite bath with an updated vanity with quartz countertop, new toilet, new tile flooring and modern tile walk in shower. The hall bath offers a large vanity also with quartz countertop, new tile flooring and a tub/shower combo with tile surround. Two car garage and large carport. Huge, finished basement offers a second den and 2 more bonus rooms!! Metal roof around 5 years old, per Seller.
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingCentral
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air, Electric, Ceiling Fan(s)
Size2,436 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.42 Acres
Year built1975
ParkingBasement Parking, Off Street Parking
MLS #21398903
Attached garage2 spaces
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Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Electric Stove, Ceiling Fan(s)
- Basement: Yes
- Flooring Type: Hardwood Laminate, Tile Floor
- Interior: Recess Lighting
- Total Bedroom Count: 4
- Garage Space: 2 spaces
- Attached Garage: Yes
- Parking: Basement Parking, Off Street Parking
- Exterior: Storage Building
- Heating: Central
- Cooling: Central Air, Electric, Ceiling Fan(s)
- List Price: $249,900
- Price/SqFt: $102
- Annual Tax Amount: $1,545
- Tax Year: 2023
- Lot: Few Trees
- Directions: I459 S to Exit 1 McCalla. Right onto Eastern Valley Rd. 2.8 mi, right onto Potter Rd. 0.2 mi, left onto Drake Ave.
- Year Built: 1975
- Stories: 1
- Living Area: 2,436 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.42 Acres
- MLS Number: 21398903
- Office Name: ARC Realty - Hoover
- Office Email: info@arcrealtyco.com
- Listing Agent: CiCi Howell
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 29, 2022 | Home Sold | $6,710,453 |
| Sep 11, 2018 | Home Sold | $83,000 |
| Jan 08, 2007 | Home Sold | $155,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $28,980 | $1,545 |
| 2022 | $30,840 | $1,545 |
| 2021 | $21,700 | $1,304 |
| 2020 | $21,700 | $1,304 |
| 2018 | $10,880 | $492 |
| 2017 | $10,880 | $492 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
2
Jonesboro Elementary School
Public District PK-5
1.2 mi
•125 Owen Ave
3
Westhills Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.4 mi
•710 Glenn Rd
1
Greenwood Elementary School
Public District KG-5
2.8 mi
•5012 Roselyn Rd
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $53,354. Typical income of Bessemer, AL residents is between $35k-100k annually. Typical family type is single, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is high school diploma.
How much money do the neighbors make?
27%
<35k
53%
35k-100k
17%
100k-200k
3%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
What types of families live nearby?
46%
Single, No Kids
10%
Single, with Kids
29%
Married, No Kids
15%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
10%
<11 yrs old
7%
12-17 yrs old
19%
18-34 yrs old
43%
35-64 yrs old
21%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Figure Skating
Extreme Sports
NASCAR
Where do the neighbors shop?
Kmart
Academy Sports & Outdoors
Dollar General
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Bob Evans
Little Caesars
Cracker Barrel
What do the neighbors drive?
Buick
Chevrolet
Ram
What do the neighbors listen to?
Oldies
Country- Classic Country
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 704 Drake Ave
The listing price of 704 Drake Ave property is $249,900.
The property 704 Drake Ave is a house located in Bessemer, Alabama, 35020.
Active Listing: 704 Drake Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 704 Drake Ave are: Jonesboro Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Westhills Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Greenwood Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Bessemer City Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), McAdory Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Hueytown Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Bessemer City High School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), McAdory High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Hueytown High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $1,545 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on August 29, 2022 for $6,710,453 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 704 Drake Ave has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
The property 704 Drake Ave is 2,436 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 704 Drake Ave is 1975.
This home is located at 704 Drake Ave in Bessemer, AL and zip code 35020. This 2,436 square foot home, which was built in 1975, sits on a 0.42 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since October 1, 2024 and is currently priced at $249,900.
Bessemer, AL housing market in June 2025 saw over 16 listings sold above listed price, more than 22 sold at listed price and over 22 sold below. The inventory of homes for sale in Bessemer, AL between May and June 2025 increased by 2%. In June 2025, listings were on the market for 60 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $222,500.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.