88779 US Highway 278 Altoona, AL 35952
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About 88779 US Highway 278
REDUCED!!! Come check out this Beautiful Older brick home located on level acreage. This home has been painted with designer paint throughout and it has newly installed LED ceiling fans/lights with remote controls in all rooms. The kitchen has been left with its original beautiful pine paneling! Large pantry just poff kitchen. The home is mostly carpet but does have beautiful hardwoods underneath. New breaker box and outlets. The 500 gallon gas tank is at 60% to prepare you for the winter months ahead. With just a few more updates this could be a country home you would be proud to call your own! Roof 8 years old. HVAC 4 years old. Several outbuildings, carport, etc.
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Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Appliances: Gas Cooktop, Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Refrigerator
- Flooring Type: Carpet, Hardwood Under Carpet, Vinyl
- Interior: None
- Total Bedroom Count: 3
- Garage Space: 1 space
- Attached Garage: Yes
- Parking: Attached, Detached, Parking (MLVL)
- Exterior: Storage Building, Workshop (EXTR)
- Heating: Central, Electric, Heat Pump
- Cooling: Central Air, Electric, Heat Pump
- List Price: $189,500
- Price/SqFt: $128
- Annual Tax Amount: $561
- Tax Year: 2023
- Directions: From the intersection of Hwy 75 and US Hwy 278 at Snead Croosroads, take US Hwy 278 E toward Gadsden. Go approx 5 miles, property is on left, see signage.
- Year Built: 1965
- Stories: 1
- Living Area: 1,475 SqFt
- Lot Size: 1.3 Acres
- MLS Number: 21393789
- Office Name: RealtySouth-Oneonta/Blount Co
- Office Email: vjbrown@realtysouth.com
- Listing Agent: Sheila Marbut
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Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $13,520 | $561 |
| 2022 | $11,500 | $477 |
| 2021 | $9,820 | $477 |
| 2020 | $9,220 | $- |
| 2019 | $9,140 | $- |
| 2018 | $9,120 | $- |
| 2017 | $8,720 | $- |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
7
Susan Moore Elementary School
Public District PK-6
3.7 mi
•3996 Susan Moore Rd
6
Robert D. Sloman Primary School
Public District PK-2
5.7 mi
•200 Bethlehem Rd
5
Douglas Elementary School
Public District 3-5
5.7 mi
•Highway 75
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 $39,958. The most common annual income of people living in Altoona, AL is between $35k-100k. The majority of families are married, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have high school diploma education.
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Monster Trucks
NASCAR
Hunting
Where do the neighbors shop?
Wal-Mart
Dollar General
Academy Sports & Outdoors
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Hardee's
Jimmy Johns
Applebees
What do the neighbors drive?
Chevrolet
GMC
Ram
What do the neighbors listen to?
Country- Classic Country
New Country
Frequently asked questions
About 88779 US Highway 278
The listing price of 88779 US Highway 278 property is $189,500.
The property 88779 US Highway 278 is a house located in Altoona, Alabama, 35952.
Active Listing: 88779 US Highway 278 is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 88779 US Highway 278 are: Susan Moore Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Robert D. Sloman Primary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Douglas Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Douglas Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Oneonta Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Albertville Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Susan Moore High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), West End High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Douglas High School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $561 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The property at 88779 US Highway 278 has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
The property 88779 US Highway 278 is 1,475 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 88779 US Highway 278 is 1965.
This home is located at 88779 US Highway 278 in Altoona, AL and zip code 35952. This 1,475 square foot home, which was built in 1965, sits on a 1.30 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since August 6, 2024 and is currently priced at $189,500.
In April 2025, from all listings sold in Altoona, AL there were more than 1 sold above asking price, over 1 sold below and more than 1 were sold right at the asked price. The number of homes for sale in Altoona, AL increased by 19% between March and April 2025.