1102 Montgomery Ave, Sheffield, AL 35660

Cottage home located on historic Montgomery Avenue in Sheffield, Alabama within walking distance of shops, library, post office and city hall/police station. Wheelchair accessible paved walking trail just across the street from home leads to Sheffield's Riverfront Park which features boat launch, fishing pier, picnic pavillions, and playground. Bike lanes run in front of home and throughout town. 1297 sq. ft house has 9 foot ceilings, two bedrooms, master bath with tiled shower has built-in bath bench, walk-in shower and elevated toilet, and one half bath with laundry hook-ups. Features large living room, formal dining room with a built-in corner curio cabinet, a sunny foyer with row of windows and shelves with storage nooks beneath. Kitchen has butcher block countertops with cabinets above and below, space for dishwasher, stainless steel refrigerator with ice-maker, and gas range ( appliances can stay or owner will remove). There is a pantry in the hall which could also be used as a linen closet. This would be a great starter home for a young couple or a place to retire and enjoy sitting on the large front porch. The home is located within walking distance of elementary, middle, and high school. The University of North Alabama is just across the Tennessee River in Florence. Neighborhood is quiet with a mix of family types. Neighbors are established residents who look out for each other. Area is well-kept and clean. Home has 3 parking spaces and a handicapped access from street to sidewalk. Owner has made many cost-effective updates. 2 &1/2 ton Daiken natural gas package keeps home warm in winter and cool in summer. Blown attic insulation and energy-efficient windows keep utility costs low. Home is on city water and sewer systems and has garbage service. Plumbing has been replaced, gutters added and home has 200 Amp breaker box. Shingle roof was replaced in 2012. Flooring is wood laminate throughout house except main bath (new linoleum). Outside are gardens with many perennials to enjoy each season, and a newly fenced-in back yard with 12 foot gate to alley access, as well as a metal storage shed for all your project needs. Just a little update here and there and this will become a piece of history for you to enjoy and make your own. House to be shown by appointment only. Call between 9 am to 6 pm to schedule best time to see. Home currently financed through VA. No owner financing.