2568 Dolly Ridge Rd, Vestavia, AL, 35243
About This Home
2568 Dolly Ridge Road — Available for the first time ever! A rare, one-owner custom estate in Country Wood Highlands, this expansive home sits back from the road on just under one acre of mature, private grounds in coveted Vestavia Hills – home to award-winning schools and minutes from premier shopping and dining. Thoughtfully crafted, the property offers an ideal blend of timeless design and opportunity to personalize for a truly luxurious lifestyle. 2 car garage plus a basement garage –storage and flexibility throughout with multiple extra spaces - Private backyard oasis with swimming pool, privacy wall and generous patio — perfect for entertaining or peaceful retreat - Move-in ready, yet attractively priced to allow tasteful updates This is a distinctive opportunity to own a premier Vestavia Hills estate. Properties of this caliber — especially one-owner homes on nearly an acre — are exceedingly rare. A must-see to fully appreciate the setting, scale, and possibilities.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1986
Materials
- Foundation: Basement
- Construction materials: Brick,Block,Other
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances,Trash Compactor,Electric Cooktop,Dishwasher,Disposal,Ice Maker,Indoor Grill,Microwave,Electric Oven,Self Cleaning Oven,Double Oven,Refrigerator,Gas Water Heater,2+ Water Heaters
- Laundry features: Electric Dryer Hookup,Washer Hookup,Main Level,Laundry Room,Laundry (ROOM),Yes
Basement
- Area: 1895
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Full,Partially Finished,Block
Bathroom1
- Level: Second
Bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom1
- Level: Second
Bedroom2
- Level: Second
Bedroom3
- Level: Second
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 6
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
Dining Room
- Level: First
Family Room
- Level: First
Features
- Central Vacuum,Multiple Staircases,Recessed Lighting,Textured Walls,High Ceilings,Crown Molding,Smooth Ceilings,Linen Closet,Double Vanity,Shared Bath,Tub/Shower Combo,Walk-In Closet(s)
- Door features: French Doors,Insulated Door
- Window features: Window Treatments,Double Pane Windows
- Flooring: Carpet,Concrete,Hardwood,Tile
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Gas Starter,Den,Wood Burning
- Fireplace: Yes
- Attic: Pull Down Stairs,Yes
- Finished area below ground: 1,092
- Finished area above ground: 4,273
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Central,Dual Systems (HEAT),Natural Gas,Furnace-90% Eff
- Cooling features: Central Air,Dual,Electric,Ceiling Fan(s)
Interior Area
- Total interior livable area: 5,365 sqft
Kitchen
- Features: Stone Counters,Eat-in Kitchen,Kitchen Island
- Level: First
Living Room
- Level: First
Master Bathroom
- Level: First
Master Bedroom
- Level: First
Office
- Level: First
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 2800321012019.000
- Special condition: N/A
Features
- Levels: 2+ story
- Private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Cleaning System,In Ground,Fenced,Private
- Patio & porch: Open (PATIO),Patio,Open (DECK),Deck
- Exterior features: Lighting
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Bath
- Has view: Yes
- View description: None
- Waterfront features: No
Lot
- Lot size: 0.97 Acres
- Features: Acreage,Irregular Lot,Few Trees
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Attached,Basement,Boat,Driveway,Lower Level,Parking (MLVL),Off Street,Unassigned,Garage Faces Side
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 3
- Covered spaces: 3
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
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
- 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 | $5,815 | $69,780 |
| Home Insurance * | $529 | $6,348 |
| Property Taxes | $555 | $6,660 |
| Electricity | $600 | $7,203 |
| Total | $7,499 | $89,988 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Alabama FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-29 | Price change | $1,150,000 |
| 2026-06-25 | Listed for sale | $1,225,000 |
| 1985-08-01 | Sold | $45,000 |
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