9801 Old Watermelon Rd Tuscaloosa, AL 35406
Property details
About 9801 Old Watermelon Rd
Presenting an exceptional French-style custom home, meticulously maintained by its original owner. Featuring an impressive 11,400 sq ft, this exquisite home features 8 bedrooms, 8.5 bathrooms, providing ample room for a growing family or entertaining enthusiasts. Exemplifying solid craftsmanship and enduring quality with its custom finishes and 100 year slate roof. Experience the grandeur of a wine cellar, in-home gym, study, sauna, and movie theatre. Situated on the 14th green at Northriver, the property spans over a 2 acre corner lot of immaculate landscaping. Outdoors, enjoy a fully equipped kitchen, multiple dining spaces, screened-in porch, and a Gunite saltwater pool. This residence epitomizes sophistication and luxury, with quality finishes at every turn. Make an appointment today!
Highlights
Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 8
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Tankless Water Heater, Water Purifier
- Basement: Yes
- Interior: Pantry, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Fireplace: Wood Burning
- Total Bedroom Count: 8
- Garage Space: 4 spaces
- Attached Garage: Yes
- Private Pool: Yes
- Parking: Asphalt, Attached, Driveway, Garage
- Exterior: Lighting
- Architectural Style: Other
- Heating: Central, Other
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $3,290,000
- Price/SqFt: $288
- Annual Tax Amount: $9,517
- Tax Year: 2023
- Lot: Wooded, Corner Lot
- Directions: Starting on New Watermelon Road. Turn left onto Old Watermelon Road. Property will be the first house on the left (Corner Lot). Look for luxury sign.
- Year Built: 2000
- Living Area: 11,400 SqFt
- Lot Size: 2.29 Acres
- MLS Number: 167500
- MLS Name: WestAlabamaMLS
- Office Name: Keller Williams Tuscaloosa, Harwood Real Estate LLC
- Office Phone: (205) 759-3400
- Office Email: tbigbie@gmail.com
- Listing Agent: Alice Maxwell, Kim Harwood
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Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $371,420 | $9,517 |
| 2022 | $375,920 | $9,633 |
| 2021 | $481,860 | $9,633 |
| 2020 | $223,330 | $12,361 |
| 2019 | $227,980 | $11,455 |
| 2018 | $227,980 | $11,693 |
| 2017 | $195,020 | $9,996 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
9
Rock Quarry Elementary School
Public District PK-5
3.0 mi
•2000 Rock Quarry Dr
7
Verner Elementary School
Public District PK-5
4.8 mi
•2701 Northridge Rd
8
Huntington Place Elementary School
Public District 3-5
5.4 mi
•11601 Huntington Pl
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 $111,184. Most Tuscaloosa, AL residents have annual incomes $200k+. The most common type of family is married, no kids. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.
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Hunting
NASCAR
Figure Skating
Where do the neighbors shop?
Dillards
Dick's Sporting Goods
Dollar General
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Cracker Barrel
Texas Roadhouse
Hardee's
What do the neighbors drive?
Cadillac
Subaru
Oldsmobile
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News/Talk/Information
New Country
Oldies
Frequently asked questions
About 9801 Old Watermelon Rd
The listing price of 9801 Old Watermelon Rd property is $3,290,000.
The property 9801 Old Watermelon Rd is a house located in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, 35406.
Active Listing: 9801 Old Watermelon Rd is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 9801 Old Watermelon Rd are: Rock Quarry Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Verner Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Huntington Place Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Northridge Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Tuscaloosa Magnet School Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 10/10), Echols Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Northridge High School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Holt High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Tuscaloosa County High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $9,517 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The property at 9801 Old Watermelon Rd has 8 bedrooms and 8 full and 3 half bathrooms.
The property 9801 Old Watermelon Rd is 11,400 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 9801 Old Watermelon Rd is 2000.
This home is located at 9801 Old Watermelon Rd in Tuscaloosa, AL and zip code 35406. This 11,400 square foot home, which was built in 2000, sits on a 2.29 acre lot. Features: 8 bedrooms, 11 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 22, 2025 and is currently priced at $3,290,000.
Tuscaloosa, AL housing market in June 2025 saw over 17 listings sold above listed price, more than 53 sold at listed price and over 63 sold below. The number of homes for sale in Tuscaloosa, AL decreased by 4.3% between May and June 2025. Listings spent 41 days on the market in June 2025, and had a median list price of $265,000 during the same period.