9781 Shipptown Rd, Empire, AL, 35063
About This Home
NEW PRICE! Exceptional value in the beautiful Corner Community of Blount County, located in the Hayden School Zone. This one-of-a-kind full brick estate offers over 6,100 square feet of living space on 17.9 picturesque acres with a beautiful 3-acre pond and an impressive 55×80 workshop complete with office and full bath. The home offers a total of 5 bedrooms, 5 full baths, and 2 half baths. The thoughtfully designed floor plan includes a main-level primary suite, three private upstairs bedroom ensuites, and a finished basement apartment with private entrance and parking, offering exceptional comfort for family, guests, or multigenerational living. A spacious den, home office, large kitchen, and formal dining room provide plenty of room for everyday living and entertaining. Enjoy peaceful country living just a short drive from Birmingham, Cullman, and Huntsville. Schedule your private showing today and come see why this property is unlike anything else on the market!
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1996
Materials
- Foundation: Basement
- Construction materials: Brick
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Trash Compactor,Electric Cooktop,Dishwasher,Microwave,Electric Oven,Refrigerator,Electric Water Heater
- Laundry features: Electric Dryer Hookup,Laundry Chute,Sink,Washer Hookup,Main Level,Laundry Room,Laundry (ROOM),Yes
Basement
- Area: 1488
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Full,Partially Finished,Concrete
Bathroom1
- Level: First
Bathroom3
- Level: Second
Bathroom4
- Level: Second
Bedroom1
- Level: Second
Bedroom2
- Level: Second
Bedroom3
- Level: Second
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 7
- Full bathrooms: 5
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
Dining Room
- Level: First
Family Room
- Level: First
Features
- Central Vacuum,Multiple Staircases,Recessed Lighting,High Ceilings,Cathedral/Vaulted,Crown Molding,Smooth Ceilings,Tray Ceiling(s),Soaking Tub,Separate Shower,Double Vanity,Tub/Shower Combo,Walk-In Closet(s)
- Door features: French Doors
- Flooring: Brick,Carpet,Hardwood
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Brick (FIREPL),Great Room,Living Room,Wood Burning
- Fireplace: Yes
- Attic: Pull Down Stairs,Yes
- Finished area below ground: 1,488
- Finished area above ground: 4,633
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: 3+ Systems (HEAT)
- Cooling features: 3+ Systems (COOL)
Interior Area
- Total interior livable area: 6,121 sqft
Kitchen
- Features: Tile 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: 2502100000004.021
- Special condition: N/A
- Other equipment: Intercom
Features
- Levels: 2+ story,Tri-Level
- Pool features: None
- Patio & porch: Covered,Open (PATIO),Patio,Porch,Porch Screened,Covered (DECK),Screened (DECK),Deck
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Bath
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water
- Waterfront features: No
- Horses can be raised: Yes
Lot
- Lot size: 17.90 Acres
- Features: Acreage,Horses Permitted,Pasture,Few Trees,Subdivision
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Attached,Basement,Driveway,Parking (MLVL),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
- Lightning
- Strong Wind
- Tornado
- Cold Wave
- Heat Wave
- Inland Flooding
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 | $4,373 | $52,476 |
| Home Insurance * | $389 | $4,668 |
| Property Taxes | $194 | $2,328 |
| Electricity | $684 | $8,218 |
| Total | $5,640 | $67,680 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-06-27 | Price change | $865,000 |
| 2026-02-12 | Price change | $895,000 |
| 2025-10-03 | Listed for sale | $1,132,000 |
| 2012-04-30 | Sold | $87,000 |
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