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157 County Road 3941, Arley, AL, 35541

5beds
3baths
4,379sqft
$1,150,000
$263price/sqft
$7,353/moest. monthly cost
$294,120/yrincome needed

About This Home

Bear Branch | Just in time for summertime, this turn-key and fully furnished home on Smith Lake is perfectly set up for personal enjoyment or immediate rental potential. Offering sleeping accommodations for up to 16, the home is uniquely designed as two complete living spaces in one. Each level features its own primary suite, full kitchen, living area, and laundry, providing flexibility and privacy for large groups or multiple households. Situated on approximately 1.5± private acres with a long, tree lined driveway, the property offers 195' of shoreline with a gentle walk to the water. Enjoy lake views from the open and partially screened deck, ideal for relaxing or entertaining. The private single slip dock is located in a quiet slough and includes a swim platform, making it perfect for swimming and lake enjoyment in a low traffic area. Tucked away yet convenient to Arley, this property offers the ideal combination of privacy, space, and functionality on Smith Lake.

Getting Around

0
WalkingCar-Dependent
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
5
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

9/10
Meek Elementary SchoolGrades PK-45.6 mi
6/10
Meek High SchoolGrades 5-125.8 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Property condition: Existing Structure,Good
  • Year built: 2008

Materials

  • Roof: Shingle
  • Construction materials: Brick Veneer

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Architectural style: Traditional
  • Property subType: Single Family Residence

Interior

Basement

  • Has basement: Yes
  • Basement: Daylight,Exterior Entry,Finished,Interior Entry,Walk-Out Access

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 5
  • Bathrooms: 3

Features

  • Flooring: Partial Carpet,Tile,Wood

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Central
  • Cooling features: Central Air

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 4,379
  • Total interior livable area: 4,379 sqft

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 672002100200008015
  • Zoning: _

Features

  • Stories: 3
  • Patio & porch: Covered,Deck,Screened
  • On waterfront: Yes
  • Waterfront features: Lake Front,Swim Platform,Waterfront Features: Shoreline(Part Seasnl/Part YR),Waterfront Features: Characteristics(Gentle)
  • Waterbody name: Bear Branch
  • Frontage length: Waterfront Footage(195')

Lot

  • Lot size: 1.50 Acres
  • Features: Wooded

Parking

  • Total spaces: 2
  • Parking features: Attached
  • Has garage: Yes
  • Attached garage spaces: 2
  • Covered spaces: 2

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
    Inland FloodingRelatively High
  • Lightning
    LightningRelatively High
  • Tornado
    TornadoRelatively High
  • Cold Wave
    Cold WaveModerate
  • Strong Wind
    Strong WindModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Inland Flooding
Lightning
Tornado
Cold Wave
Strong Wind

FEMA Declared Disasters Across Alabama Counties

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 $5,815$69,780
Home Insurance *$848$10,176
Property Taxes $201$2,412
Electricity $489$5,879
Total$7,353$88,236
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$252,102/yr
40% on housing$220,590/yr
45% on housing$196,080/yr

Alabama FAIR Plan Programs

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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: 10.1%
10.1%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 6.0%
6.0%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: 1.5%
1.5%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$263This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 35541$292
Winston County$214

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 35541
Winston County$187

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
2026-04-26Price change$1,195,000
2026-04-25Price change$1,245,000
2026-04-24Price change$1,195,000
2026-04-01Price change$1,245,000
2026-02-02Listed for sale$1,275,000
2020-04-13Sold$470,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentNicole Dill
BrokerageRealtySouth The Harbin Company

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