Smith Lake (Ryan Creek) A rare listing in the famed Hawk's Nest community! This small and quaint development is absolutely stunning with it's stone facades, half moon shaped pool, and lookout tower. This cottage was purchased new by the current owners. The condition is flawless and immaculate. With a wall of windows on the lakeside, the views are amazing. The emerald waters are just incredible. You most definitely feel like you are in a luxurious lake cottage. This is a low maintenance community with a boardwalk surrounding the development. You have a two car carport and your own private dock. The wood shingled roof and stone exterior really elevate the exterior.
The main floor has a lakeside wall of windows, wood fireplace, and half bath. The master is on this level as well.
On the lower floor, you have 3 guest areas, a full bath, and a lovely covered terrace. This outdoor living area has a grilling station, living space, and storage area. Walk from here to the boardwalk and to your own private dock.
Walk right across the street to the gorgeous pool and cabana areas.
The community was designed by Nequette Architecture and Design, a very well known architect for timeless lake designs.
Hawk's Nest is a highly respected community in one of the most sought after areas on Smith Lake. Within minutes by road or water, you can be at Trident Marina and Grille. Make it a point to see this cottage today!
Offered fully furnished less artwork, lamps, and personal items.
HOA is $300 per month
Sewer is $54 per month
Power and water less than $150 per month
Internet $105
Alarm $90 quarterly
For sale
Price cut: $50K (8/24)
$1,299,000
500 County Road 2026, Crane Hill, AL 35053
4beds
3baths
2,116sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2017
-- sqft lot
$1,251,600 Zestimate®
$614/sqft
$300/mo HOA
What's special
Half moon shaped poolWood fireplaceWood shingled roofLookout towerPrivate dockStone exteriorLakeside wall of windows
- 130 days
- 669
- 38
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Justin Dyar 205-468-6375,
Lake Homes Realty
Source: Walker County Area MLS,MLS#: 26-1342
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3.5
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- Flooring: Tile, Wood
- Basement: Finished,Full
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,116
- Total interior livable area: 2,116 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Carport
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has carport: Yes
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Covered, Patio
- On waterfront: Yes
- Waterfront features: Lake Front, Swim Platform, Waterfront Features: Shoreline(Year Round Water), Waterfront Features: Characteristics(Moderate)
- Body of water: Main Channel
- Frontage length: Waterfront Footage(77+/-)
Details
- Additional structures: Boat House
- Parcel number: 2804190001031010
- Zoning: No Zoning
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame, Masonry, Masonry Siding, Wood Walls
- Roof: Wood
Condition
- Existing Structure
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2017
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Cullman Electric
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Hawk's Nest
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $300 monthly
Location
- Region: Crane Hill
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $614/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $869,100
- Annual tax amount: $4,525
- Date on market: 6/30/2026
Estimated market value
$1,251,600
$1.19M - $1.31M
$2,248/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/24/2026 | Price change | $1,299,000-3.7%$614/sqft |
Source: Walker County Area MLS #26-1342 Report a problem | ||
| 7/27/2026 | Price change | $1,349,000-3.6%$638/sqft |
Source: Walker County Area MLS #26-1342 Report a problem | ||
| 6/30/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,399,000$661/sqft |
Source: Walker County Area MLS #26-1342 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,519 +5.9% | $173,820 +7.3% |
| 2024 | $4,268 +24.1% | $162,000 +22.4% |
| 2023 | $3,440 +12.2% | $132,320 +12.2% |
| 2022 | $3,066 +11.9% | $117,940 +11.9% |
| 2021 | $2,740 +0.2% | $105,380 +0.2% |
| 2020 | $2,734 -0.1% | $105,140 -0.1% |
| 2019 | $2,737 -2% | $105,260 -2% |
| 2018 | $2,791 +0.4% | $107,360 +322.3% |
| 2017 | $2,780 +320.6% | $25,420 |
| 2016 | $661 | -- |
Find assessor info on the county website
Monthly payment
Est. payment
Payment breakdown
Explore the cost of this home by adjusting the details. Changes won't be saved.Climate risks
Neighborhood: 35053
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: County
- Middle: County
- High: County
Source: Walker County Area MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.







