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243 Road 1951, Mentone, AL, 35984

3beds
3baths
2,900sqft
$479,900
$165price/sqft
$3,145/moest. monthly cost
$125,800/yrincome needed

About This Home

# Private Forest Retreat on 3.46 Acres — Minutes from Mentone Tucked 400 feet into a tranquil forest, this beautifully constructed home delivers a rare blend of privacy and serenity — without sacrificing convenience. A covered front porch welcomes you home, the perfect spot to unwind and take in the surrounding nature. Inside, soaring vaulted gable ceilings with tongue-and-groove detailing set the tone for an open-concept layout that flows effortlessly into a gourmet kitchen, anchored by a spacious quartz island. The primary suite offers a true retreat, with a spa-like bath featuring a separate soaking tub, a walk-in dual-head shower, and an oversized walk-in closet.

Getting Around

6
WalkingCar-Dependent
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
15
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

4/10
Valley Head High SchoolGrades PK-122.2 mi

Construction

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Property subType: Single Family Residence

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Dishwasher,Microwave

Basement

  • Basement: Crawl Space

Bedroom2

  • Features: Wood Floor
  • Level: First
  • Area: 99

Bedroom3

  • Features: Wood Floor
  • Level: First
  • Area: 90

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms: 3
  • Full bathrooms: 2
  • 1/2 bathrooms: 1

Features

  • Number of fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace features: One
  • Fireplace: Yes

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Central 1
  • Cooling features: Central 1

Interior Area

  • Total interior livable area: 2,900 sqft

Kitchen

  • Features: Pantry,Sol Sur Cntrtop
  • Level: First
  • Area: 108

Living Room

  • Features: Wood Floor
  • Level: First
  • Area: 320

Loft

  • Features: Wood Floor
  • Level: Second
  • Area: 288

Master Bedroom

  • Features: Wood Floor,Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Level: First
  • Area: 156

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 1005210001079.017

Features

  • Levels: One and One Half
  • Stories: 1
  • Patio & porch: Deck,Front Porch
  • Residential vegetation: Wooded

Lot

  • Lot size: 3.46 Acres

Parking

  • Parking features: Oversized

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
    Cold WaveRelatively High
  • Inland Flooding
    Inland FloodingRelatively High
  • Lightning
    LightningRelatively High
  • Strong Wind
    Strong WindRelatively High
  • Tornado
    TornadoRelatively High
  • Winter Weather
    Winter WeatherRelatively High
  • Ice Storm
    Ice StormModerate
  • Landslide
    LandslideModerate
  • Wildfire
    WildfireModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Cold Wave
Inland Flooding
Lightning
Strong Wind
Tornado
Winter Weather
Ice Storm
Landslide
Wildfire

FEMA Declared Disasters Across Alabama Counties

Flood
Hurricane
Severe Storm
Tornado
Tropical Storm

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

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $2,426$29,112
Home Insurance *$300$3,600
Property Taxes $95$1,140
Electricity $324$3,893
Total$3,145$37,740
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$107,828/yr
40% on housing$94,350/yr
45% on housing$83,866/yr

Alabama FAIR Plan Programs

Alabama FAIR Plan

Covered
None
Add-on available
WildfireWildfire
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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.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 8.6%
8.6%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 6.0%
6.0%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: 5.1%
5.1%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$165This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 35984$215
DeKalb County$147

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 35984$283
DeKalb County$150

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

DateEventPrice
2026-07-28Listed for sale$479,900

For Sale by Agent

AgentCliff Glansen
BrokerageFlatFee.com

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