For Sale57d on market

5255 University Gardens Dr

Cottondale, AL, 35453 • 35453 • Tuscaloosa County

$289,900

$176/sqft

Down payment assistance available

3Beds

3Baths

1,644Sqft

0.08 acLot

2022Built

Property DNA

5 highlights

Garden Home Style

Built 2022 · 4 years of history

University Gardens

35453

Outdoor Living

Covered · Open · Patio · Porch

2-Car Garage

Attached · Concrete · Driveway · Garage · Two Car Garage · Garage Door Opener

Premium Finishes

Granite Counters · Walk-In Closet(s)

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Listed 57 days ago · 252 views · 16 saves

Market activity

Demand and pricing signals for this listing

252 views

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16 saves

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57 days on market

Established listing

$176/sqft

Price per square foot

Selling Soon Prediction

Moderate

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About this home

Single Family · Built 2022

Don't miss this beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 2 full and 1 half-bath property featuring spacious living areas and a thoughtful layout. The open-concept kitchen flows seamlessly into the living room and offers granite countertops, ample cabinet space, and stainless steel appliances including a microwave, electric range oven, and dishwasher. A convenient half bath and laundry room are located on the main level. The primary bedroom is also on the main level and features a full bath with double vanity, abundant counter and cabinet space, and a walk-in closet. Upstairs, you’ll find two generously sized guest bedrooms and a full bathroom. Enjoy outdoor living in the spacious fenced-in backyard, plus the added convenience of a two-car garage.

Standout features identified

Our analysis highlights two-car garage, spacious fenced-in backyard, and ample cabinet space as key attractions of this home.

Estimated monthly payment

Based on current rates

$1,856/month

Principal & Interest$1,461

Property Tax$290

Insurance$97

HOA$8

Down payment20% ($57,980)

3%50%

Est. 6.47% rate · 30yr fixed · $231,920 loan

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At a glance

Key facts and listing details

TypeSingle Family Residence

Year Built2022

HeatingHas Heating (Unspecified Type)

Cooling1 Unit

Parking2 Attached Garage spaces

HOA$100 annually

Lot3,484 sqft

Days on Zillow57 Days

Price/sqft$176

Property

Home typeSingle Family

Sub-typeSingle Family Residence

StyleGarden Home

ConditionResale

Year built2022

Stories2

Systems

HeatingHas Heating (Unspecified Type)

Cooling1 Unit

RoofComposition,Shingle

ConstructionBrick Veneer, Vinyl Siding

Water / SewerConnected

Parking & Outdoor

ParkingAttached, Concrete, Driveway, Garage, Two Car Garage, Garage Door Opener

Garage2 spaces

FencingWood

Lot3,484 sqft

Location & Tax

Neighborhood35453

Annual tax$2,233

Parcel3008272003001042

Bathrooms & Fees

Full baths2

HOA$8/mo

Features & details

14 categories of property features

Interior Features

Interior

Ceiling Fan(s)

Granite Counters

Pantry

Solid Surface Counters

Walk-In Closet(s)

Appliances

Dishwasher

Electric Oven

Electric Range

Disposal

Microwave

Water Heater

Heating

Has Heating (Unspecified Type)

Cooling

1 Unit

Laundry

Laundry Room

Fireplace

None

Windows

Blinds

Exterior Features

Exterior

Rain Gutters

Parking

Attached

Concrete

Driveway

Garage

Two Car Garage

Garage Door Opener

Construction

Brick Veneer

Vinyl Siding

Patio & Porch

Covered

Open

Patio

Porch

Community

Gutter(s)

Pool Features

None

Utilities

Sewer Connected

Room details

9 rooms detailed

Primary Bedroom

First

Bedroom

Second

Bedroom

Second

Bathroom

First

Bathroom

Second

Half Bath

First

Listing insights

Market data and value estimates

StatusFor Sale

Days on market57

Est. value$289,400

Est. rent$2,004/mo

Tax rate0.35%

Price/sqft$176

On marketJan 28, 2026

PostedJan 28, 2026

Last sold$370,000

MLS updatedJan 28, 2026

Tour days9

Favorites16

How are the schools in Cottondale?

3 schools rated nearby

Arcadia Elementary School

Primary • Public • PK-5

1.4 mi

Eastwood Middle School

Middle • Public • 6-8

2.2 mi

Paul W Bryant High School

High • Public • 9-12

2.4 mi

Location

Cottondale, AL, 35453

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Price history

4 events

DateEventPrice$/sqftSource

Jan 28, 2026Listed For Sale$289,900$176WAMLS

Jun 22, 2024Listing Removed——Zillow Rentals

Jun 18, 2024Listed For Rent$2,200$1Zillow Rentals

Apr 5, 2022Sold$370,000$225Public Record

Listed For Sale$289,900

Jan 28, 2026•$176/sqft•WAMLS

Listing Removed—

Jun 22, 2024•Zillow Rentals

Listed For Rent$2,200

Jun 18, 2024•$1/sqft•Zillow Rentals

Sold$370,000

Apr 5, 2022•$225/sqft•Public Record

Tax history

11 years of records

YearTax paidAssessed value

Mar 27, 2024$2,233$43,360

Mar 27, 2023$2,254$43,760

Mar 27, 2022$180—

Mar 27, 2021$180—

Mar 27, 2020$180$3,500

Mar 27, 2019$180$3,500

Mar 27, 2018$180$3,500

Mar 27, 2017$180—

Mar 27, 2016$180—

Mar 27, 2015$180—

Mar 27, 2014$180$3,500

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Neighborhood details

Local context around this listing

Cottondale, AL • Tuscaloosa County

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Nearby cities

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Nearby zip codes

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Value estimates

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Est. value$289,400

Est. rent$2,004/mo

30yr rate est.6.47%

Affordability$1,638/mo

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