487 Skidmore Rd offers the perfect blend of nature's beauty, and modern convenience. This creole cottage-style home is surrounded by lush, mature landscaping including beautiful oaks and swaying palms. The backyard feels like a private retreat, with its large back deck, perfect for entertaining, relaxing, or simply soaking in the serene setting. The detached garage offers ample space for vehicles, storage, or a potential workshop or studio. Sellers have maintained a successful and thriving vegetable and garden. Whether you’re hosting guests or enjoying a quiet evening on the front porch, this home delivers peaceful, nature-inspired living in a one-of-a-kind setting. An open concept kitchen, living and dining area greets you and your guests upon entry and deluxe crown moulding and a coffered ceiling adorn that space. The living room does offer a wet bar with additional cabinetry that matches the kitchen cabinets and countertops. If you know this area, you know that not much hits the market in this neighborhood so be sure to act fast! Quick access to I-65 and Hwy 43. Professional photos will be added when listing goes active on 8/4/2025.
Active
$399,900
487 Skidmore Rd, Creola, AL 36525
3beds
2,084sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 2005
0.73 Acres Lot
$327,200 Zestimate®
$192/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Detached garageWet barPrivate retreatLarge back deckDeluxe crown mouldingCoffered ceiling
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: 19 hours ago
Listed by:
Amber Gray 251-656-1338,
RE/MAX By The Bay
Source: GCMLS,MLS#: 7620968

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Electric Cooktop, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Laundry Room, Main Level
Features
- Coffered Ceiling(s), Double Vanity, High Ceilings 10 ft Main, His and Hers Closets, Tray Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Wet Bar
- Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile
- Basement: None
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Wood Burning Stove
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,084
- Total interior livable area: 2,084 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Driveway, Garage, Garage Faces Front, Kitchen Level, Level Driveway
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: One
- Patio & porch: Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Rear Porch, Side Porch
- Exterior features: Rain Gutters
- Pool features: None
- Spa features: None
- Fencing: Back Yard,Privacy
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Trees/Woods
- Waterfront features: None
Lot
- Size: 0.73 Acres
- Dimensions: 188 x 168 x 189 x 166
- Features: Back Yard, Corner Lot, Front Yard, Landscaped, Private
Details
- Additional structures: Garage(s)
- Parcel number: 1901110000004005
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- HardiPlank Type, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- Year built: 2005
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 110 Volts, 220 Volts
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Phone Available, Water Available
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: None
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Boating, Fishing
- Subdivision: Metes & Bounds
Location
- Region: Creola
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $192/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $219,800
- Annual tax amount: $993
- Date on market: 8/4/2025
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Paved
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