17 High Ave, Valley Head, AL, 35989
About This Home
Step into the charm of a bygone era with this beautifully maintained 1930 home in the heart of Valley Head. Offering 2,209 square feet, five bedrooms, and two full baths, this property combines classic character with the space and flexibility today’s buyers need. Recent improvements, including new flooring in select rooms, updated appliances, and fresh paint in portions of the interior and exterior, add a refreshed touch while preserving the home’s historic appeal. Set on a quiet street near local schools and everyday conveniences, this inviting home is a rare opportunity to own a piece of Valley Head history with thoughtful updates already in place.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Not Bike FriendlySchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1930
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Basement
- Basement: Crawl Space
Bedroom2
- Features: Wood Floor
- Level: Second
- Area: 180
Bedroom3
- Features: Wood Floor
- Level: Second
- Area: 180
Bedroom4
- Features: Wood Floor
- Level: Second
- Area: 180
Bedroom5
- Features: Wood Floor
- Level: Second
- Area: 180
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
Features
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: One
- Fireplace: Yes
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Floor Furnace
- Cooling features: Window 2
Interior Area
- Total interior livable area: 2,209 sqft
Kitchen
- Features: Tile
- Level: First
- Area: 264
Living Room
- Features: Wood Floor
- Level: First
- Area: 180
Master Bedroom
- Features: Wood Floor
- Level: First
- Area: 180
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 1009310001010.001
Lot
- Lot size: 0.80 Acres
Parking
- Parking features: Circular Driveway
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Cold Wave
- Inland Flooding
- Lightning
- Strong Wind
- Tornado
- Winter Weather
- Ice Storm
- Landslide
- Wildfire
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across Alabama Counties
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $1,971 | $23,652 |
| Home Insurance * | $353 | $4,236 |
| Property Taxes | $77 | $924 |
| Electricity | $247 | $2,966 |
| Total | $2,648 | $31,776 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Alabama FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-03-13 | Listed for sale | $399,999 |
| 2024-08-29 | Sold | $180,000 |
| 2024-07-26 | Contingent | $199,900 |
| 2024-07-10 | Listed for sale | $199,900 |
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