Sold for $129,000 on 05/15/25
$129,000
6286 Jaybird Rd, Cottondale, AL 35453
2beds
890sqft
SingleFamily
Built in 1945
0.48 Acres Lot
$133,400 Zestimate®
$145/sqft
$1,207 Estimated rent
Home value
$133,400
$119,000 - $151,000
$1,207/mo
Zestimate® history
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What's special
Step outside and enjoy the simplicity of southern comfort with the charming Jaybird Cottage in Cottondale, AL. Surrounded by flourishing greenery, this property provides a serene backdrop for outdoor relaxation, gardening, and even raising chickens. Built in 1945, this 2x1 residence is nestled on a nearly half-acre lot with a gravel driveway that adds to its rustic charm, offering a complete set of appliances, including a security system and laundry set. With a septic system in place and water supplied by the City of Tuscaloosa, you'll enjoy the best of both worlds: self-sufficiency and accessibility. The 890 sq. ft. interior is thoughtfully designed for functionality, with a dedicated laundry room and newly-installed vinyl flooring that's durable, waterproof, and easy to maintain.
Located just minutes from the University of Alabama (approx. 5.5 miles away) and within easy reach of local amenities, this home is ideal for those who maintain an active life while wanting to live close to nature. Whether you're looking for a starter home or a quiet escape, this property and its lovely neighbors is your opportunity to embrace simple living.
Schedule a private tour today and see why this charming home is the perfect fit for you!
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Electric
Cooling
- Central
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Freezer, Microwave, Range / Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- Cable Available, Smoke Detector
- Flooring: Linoleum / Vinyl
- Basement: None
- Attic: Access Only
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 890 sqft
Property
Features
- Exterior features: Other
Lot
- Size: 0.48 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 3007263010013000
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
Materials
- Other
- Foundation: Other
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- Year built: 1945
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Cottondale
Other
Other facts
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Elec Range/Oven, Microwave
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Interior Features: Cable Available, Smoke Detector
- Laundry: Laundry Room
- Property Type: Residential
- Roof: Shingle-Comp
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water Heater: Electric
- Dining Room: Lving Rm Combo
- Water Supply: City of Tuscalo
- Window Treatments: Blinds
- Cooling: 1 Unit
- Driveway: Gravel Drive
- Flood Plain: Unknown
- Heating: 1 Unit
- Attic: Access Only
- Exterior Features: Unpaved Street
- Res Style: Standard Home
- Parcel Number: 30-07-26-3-010-013.000
- Legal Description: Lot Pt 6 In Williams Smelley Subd Section 26 Twp 21S Range 09W
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/15/2025 | Sold | $129,000-0.7%$145/sqft |
Source: Public Record | ||
| 4/18/2025 | Pending sale | $129,900$146/sqft |
Source: Owner | ||
| 4/8/2025 | Price change | $129,900-2.7%$146/sqft |
Source: Owner | ||
| 3/4/2025 | Listed for sale | $133,500+19.2%$150/sqft |
Source: Owner | ||
| 3/6/2020 | Sold | $112,000-1.8%$126/sqft |
Source: | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $103 | $3,820 |
| 2023 | $103 | $3,820 |
| 2022 | $103 | -- |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 35453
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Cottondale Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 3/10Davis-Emerson Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.8 mi
- 2/10Holt High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Cottondale
- Middle: Duncanville
- High: Bryant
Source: The MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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