For sale

Price cut: $30K (6/27)

$865,000

9781 Shipptown Rd, Empire, AL 35063

5beds

6,121sqft

$4,961/mo

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1996

17.9 Acres Lot

$832,900 Zestimate^®

$141/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Full brick estateMain-level primary suiteFormal dining roomLarge kitchenSpacious denHome office

NEW PRICE! Exceptional value in the beautiful Corner Community of Blount County, located in the Hayden School Zone. This one-of-a-kind full brick estate offers over 6,100 square feet of living space on 17.9 picturesque acres with a beautiful 3-acre pond and an impressive 55×80 workshop complete with office and full bath. The home offers a total of 5 bedrooms, 5 full baths, and 2 half baths. The thoughtfully designed floor plan includes a main-level primary suite, three private upstairs bedroom ensuites, and a finished basement apartment with private entrance and parking, offering exceptional comfort for family, guests, or multigenerational living. A spacious den, home office, large kitchen, and formal dining room provide plenty of room for everyday living and entertaining. Enjoy peaceful country living just a short drive from Birmingham, Cullman, and Huntsville. Schedule your private showing today and come see why this property is unlike anything else on the market!

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 5
Bathrooms: 7
Full bathrooms: 5
1/2 bathrooms: 2

Rooms

Room types: Bedroom, Den/Family (ROOM), Dining Room, Bathroom, Half Bath (ROOM), Kitchen, Master Bathroom, Master Bedroom, Office/Study (ROOM)

Primary bedroom

Level: First

Bedroom 1

Level: Second

Bedroom 2

Level: Second

Bedroom 3

Level: Second

Primary bathroom

Level: First

Bathroom 1

Level: First

Bathroom 3

Level: Second

Bathroom 4

Level: Second

Dining room

Level: First

Family room

Level: First

Kitchen

Features: Tile Counters, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen Island
Level: First

Living room

Level: First

Basement

Area: 1488

Office

Level: First

Heating

3+ Systems (HEAT)

Cooling

3+ Systems (COOL)

Appliances

Included: Trash Compactor, Electric Cooktop, Dishwasher, Microwave, Electric Oven, Refrigerator, Electric Water Heater
Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Laundry Chute, Sink, Washer Hookup, Main Level, Laundry Room, Laundry (ROOM), Yes

Features

Central Vacuum, Multiple Staircases, Recessed Lighting, High Ceilings, Cathedral/Vaulted, Crown Molding, Smooth Ceilings, Tray Ceiling(s), Soaking Tub, Separate Shower, Double Vanity, Tub/Shower Combo, Walk-In Closet(s)
Flooring: Brick, Carpet, Hardwood
Doors: French Doors
Basement: Full,Partially Finished,Concrete
Attic: Pull Down Stairs,Yes
Number of fireplaces: 2
Fireplace features: Brick (FIREPL), Great Room, Living Room, Wood Burning

Interior area

Total interior livable area: 6,121 sqft
Finished area above ground: 4,633
Finished area below ground: 1,488

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Property

Parking

Total spaces: 3
Parking features: Attached, Basement, Driveway, Parking (MLVL), Garage Faces Side
Attached garage spaces: 3
Has uncovered spaces: Yes

Features

Levels: 2+ story,Tri-Level
Patio & porch: Covered, Open (PATIO), Patio, Porch, Porch Screened, Covered (DECK), Screened (DECK), Deck
Pool features: None
Has spa: Yes
Spa features: Bath
Has water view: Yes
Water view: Water
Waterfront features: No

Lot

Size: 17.9 Acres
Features: Acreage, Horses Permitted, Pasture, Few Trees, Subdivision

Details

Additional structures: Workshop
Parcel number: 2502100000004.021
Special conditions: N/A
Other equipment: Intercom
Horses can be raised: Yes

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Brick
Foundation: Basement

Condition

Year built: 1996

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: Septic Tank
Water: Public
Utilities for property: Underground Utilities

Community & HOA

Community

Features: Fishing, Pond
Security: Safe Room/Storm Cellar
Subdivision: Mountain Vista Estates

Location

Region: Empire

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $141/sqft
Tax assessed value: $931,220
Annual tax amount: $2,325
Price range: $865K - $865K
Date on market: 10/3/2025

Estimated market value

$832,900

$791,000 - $875,000

$4,442/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
6/27/2026	Price change	$865,000-3.4%$141/sqft
Source: GALMLS #21433071 Report a problem
2/12/2026	Price change	$895,000-20.9%$146/sqft
Source: GALMLS #21433071 Report a problem
10/3/2025	Listed for sale	$1,132,000+1201.1%$185/sqft
Source: GALMLS #21433071 Report a problem
4/30/2012	Sold	$87,000$14/sqft
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$2,325 +7.1%	$90,660 +7%
2024	$2,171	$84,740
2023	$2,171 +20.5%	$84,740 +20.1%
2022	$1,802	$70,540 +10.4%
2021	--	$63,880 +4.5%
2020	$1,557 +4.7%	$61,100 +4.6%
2019	$1,486 +1.6%	$58,400 +1.6%
2018	$1,463	$57,500 +4.5%
2017	$1,463 -14.5%	$55,000 +4.4%
2015	$1,711 -5.8%	$52,660 -5.8%
2014	$1,817	$55,920 +1%
2013	$1,817	$55,380 -24.4%
2012	--	$73,280 -5%
2011	--	$77,140 +4.2%
2008	$2,447 +65.4%	$74,020 -84.2%
2003	$1,479 +8.5%	$469,520 +8.4%
2002	$1,364 -3.1%	$433,000 +900%
2000	$1,407	$43,300