142 Riverside Dr, Bessemer, AL, 35023
About This Home
Welcome to your own slice of waterfront paradise on the Warrior River! This charming 2 bedroom 1 bath home offer direct water access and is designed for relaxing, entertaining, and enjoying the river life to the fullest. Take in the breathtaking river views from the expansive upper deck creating the perfect setting for morning coffee, sunset dinners, or gatherings. The lower-level concrete patio, accented with a swing and covered seating provides additional outdoor living space and stunning views. New steps with solar lighting to light your path down to a flat riverfront area for more entertaining and boating. Complete with a small dock and a boathouse to store your boat out of the weather. Whether you are looking for full-time residence, weekend getaway, or investment property, this property delivers the ideal combination of comfort and scenic beauty. Enjoy fishing, boating, entertaining, or simply relaxing while overlooking the peaceful waters.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Not Bike FriendlySchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1965
Materials
- Foundation: Basement
- Construction materials: Vinyl Siding
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dishwasher,Electric Oven,Refrigerator,Stove-Electric,Tankless Water Heater,Electric Water Heater
- Laundry features: Electric Dryer Hookup,Washer Hookup,Main Level,Other,Yes
Basement
- Area: 672
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Full,Unfinished,Daylight
Bathroom1
- Level: First
Bedroom1
- Level: First
Bedroom2
- Level: First
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Features
- None,Smooth Ceilings,Separate Shower
- Window features: Double Pane Windows
- Flooring: Carpet,Vinyl
- Attic: Other,Yes
- Finished area below ground: 0
- Finished area above ground: 881
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Natural Gas,Propane
- Cooling features: Central Air,Electric,Ceiling Fan(s)
Interior Area
- Total interior livable area: 881 sqft
Kitchen
- Features: Laminate Counters
- Level: First
Living Room
- Level: First
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 1900210000015.000
- Special condition: As Is
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Pool features: None
- Patio & porch: Open (PATIO),Patio,Porch,Open (DECK),Deck
- Exterior features: Dock
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water
- On waterfront: Yes
- Waterfront features: Waterfront
- Waterbody name: Warrior River
- Frontage length: 73
Lot
- Lot size: 8,712 sqft
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Driveway
- Covered spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
- Carport: Yes
- Carport spaces: 1
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
- Inland Flooding
- Lightning
- Tornado
- Cold Wave
- Heat Wave
- Landslide
- Strong Wind
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 | $1,011 | $12,132 |
| Home Insurance * | $208 | $2,496 |
| Property Taxes | $96 | $1,152 |
| Electricity | $240 | $2,881 |
| Total | $1,555 | $18,660 |
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
Price Per Sq Ft
vs Other Active Listings
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vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-03 | Price change | $199,999 |
| 2026-06-16 | Listed for sale | $209,900 |
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