285 Ruby Dr, Huntsville, AL, 35811
About This Home
Great starter or investment home! This 3 BR, 2 BA basement offers many updates all electrical, water heater & plumbing updated approx. 10 yrs ago. Septic tank only a few years old & pumped in 2025. Recent improvements include a brand-new architectural roof, new gutters, fresh paint throughout, new LVP flooring & updated finished basement ideal for bonus or media room. Home features granite countertops, stainless appliances including fridge, washer & dryer, tile backsplash, updated light fixtures, ceiling fans (5), shower fixtures, new toilets & hardware, new railings in family room, whitewashed fireplace, updated lighting, plumbing & more. Large .87-acre private wooded lot with fenced yard.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
No Nearby Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1960
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Range,Dishwasher,Microwave,Refrigerator,Electric Water Heater
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Basement
Bedroom2
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Smooth Ceiling,Window Cov,LVP Flooring
- Level: Second
- Area: 154
Bedroom3
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Smooth Ceiling,Window Cov,LVP
- Level: Second
- Area: 132
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Bonus Room
- Features: Fireplace,LVP
- Level: Basement
- Area: 625
Dining Room
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Smooth Ceiling,Window Cov,LVP
- Level: First
- Area: 130
Family Room
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Smooth Ceiling,Tile,Window Cov
- Level: First
- Area: 198
Features
- Fireplace features: None
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Central 1,Electric
- Cooling features: Central 1,Electric
Interior Area
- Total interior livable area: 2,317 sqft
Kitchen
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Granite Counters,Smooth Ceiling,Tile,Window Cov
- Level: First
- Area: 156
Laundry Room
- Level: Basement
- Area: 80
Living Room
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Smooth Ceiling,Window Cov,LVP
- Level: First
- Area: 273
Master Bedroom
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Smooth Ceiling,Window Cov,LVP
- Level: Second
- Area: 182
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 0808280005017000
Features
- Levels: Three Or More
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Covered Patio,Patio
- Exterior features: Curb/Gutters
- Residential vegetation: Wooded
Lot
- Lot size: 0.87 Acres
- Features: Cleared
- Lot size dimensions: 146 x 262
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway-Concrete
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
- Lightning
- Tornado
- Heat Wave
- Inland Flooding
- Ice Storm
- Strong Wind
- Winter Weather
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 | $1,188 | $14,256 |
| Home Insurance * | $144 | $1,728 |
| Property Taxes | $76 | $912 |
| Electricity | $259 | $3,111 |
| Total | $1,667 | $20,004 |
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
Avg $/sqft
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 | $235,000 |
| 2026-07-20 | Price change | $244,900 |
| 2026-05-20 | Listed for sale | $252,900 |
| 2025-11-20 | Listing removed | $252,900 |
| 2025-10-31 | Listed for rent | $1,800 |
| 2025-10-13 | Price change | $252,900 |
| 2025-09-02 | Price change | $257,900 |
| 2025-08-18 | Price change | $263,900 |
| 2025-07-29 | Listed for sale | $270,000 |
| 2025-07-21 | Listing removed | $1,900 |
| 2025-06-13 | Listed for rent | $1,900 |
| 2025-02-14 | Sold | $193,500 |
| 2025-01-23 | Pending sale | $199,900 |
| 2025-01-11 | Contingent | $199,900 |
| 2025-01-05 | Listed for sale | $199,900 |
| 2014-08-14 | Sold | $36,874 |
| 2014-05-06 | Sold | $36,874 |
| 2014-01-19 | Listing removed | $31,680 |
| 2014-01-18 | Pending sale | $31,680 |
| 2014-01-11 | Price change | $31,680 |
| 2013-12-13 | Price change | $36,000 |
| 2013-11-12 | Listed for sale | $40,000 |
| 2013-09-19 | Listing removed | $48,900 |
| 2013-09-12 | Price change | $48,900 |
| 2013-08-16 | Price change | $55,000 |
| 2013-07-25 | Price change | $61,000 |
| 2013-06-15 | Listed for sale | $68,500 |
| 2013-03-08 | Sold | $70,500 |
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