Pending129d on market
5235 University Gardens Dr
Cottondale, AL, 35453 • 35453 • Tuscaloosa County
$275,000
$167/sqft
-$10,000 since Dec 29, 2025
Down payment assistance available
3Beds
3Baths
1,644Sqft
0.08 acLot
2022Built
Property DNA
Garden Home Style
Built 2022 · 4 years of history
University Gardens
35453
Outdoor Living
Covered · Porch
2-Car Garage
Attached · Concrete · Driveway · Garage · Two Car Garage
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Listed 129 days ago · 144 views · 1 saves
Market activity
Demand and pricing signals for this listing
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People checking out this listing
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129 days on market
Established listing
$167/sqft
Price per square foot
Selling Soon Prediction
ModerateThis home ranks in the top 37% of listings most likely to go under contract soon, based on market activity and demand signals.
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About this home
Single Family · Built 2022
Welcome to 5235 University Gardens Drive—a beautifully maintained, one-owner brick home built in 2022 and located in the desirable University Gardens subdivision. This 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath property features an open layout with modern finishes, including durable LVP flooring throughout the main level. The kitchen offers granite countertops, ample cabinet space, and a large pantry, while the primary suite serves as a private retreat with a tile shower, dual vanities, and a spacious walk-in closet. Two additional bedrooms are located upstairs, providing a great setup for kids, guests, or added privacy for parents. Completing the home are the covered back porch, attached garage, and fenced backyard—perfect for relaxing or entertaining.
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights attached garage, spacious walk-in closet, and ample cabinet space as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$1,761/month
Principal & Interest$1,386
Property Tax$275
Insurance$92
HOA$8
Down payment20% ($55,000)
3%50%
Est. 6.47% rate · 30yr fixed · $220,000 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built2022
HeatingCentral
CoolingCentral Air
Parking2 Attached Garage spaces
HOA$100 annually
Lot3,484 sqft
Days on Zillow129 Days
Price/sqft$167
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
StyleGarden Home
ConditionResale
Year built2022
Stories1
Systems
HeatingCentral
CoolingCentral Air
RoofComposition,Shingle
ConstructionBrick, Vinyl Siding
Water / SewerConnected
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingAttached, Concrete, Driveway, Garage, Two Car Garage
Garage2 spaces
FencingWood
Lot3,484 sqft
Location & Tax
Neighborhood35453
Annual tax$2,233
Parcel3008272003001040
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths2
HOA$8/mo
Features & details
13 categories of property features
Interior Features
Interior
Breakfast Bar
Kitchen Island
Open Concept
Appliances
Electric Water Heater
Heating
Central
Cooling
Central Air
Laundry
Laundry Room
Fireplace
None
Exterior Features
Exterior
Dog Run
Rain Gutters
Parking
Attached
Concrete
Driveway
Garage
Two Car Garage
Construction
Brick
Vinyl Siding
Patio & Porch
Covered
Porch
Community
Gutter(s)
Pool Features
None
Utilities
Sewer Connected
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusPending
Days on market129
Est. value$273,100
Est. rent$2,004/mo
Tax rate0.35%
Price/sqft$167
On marketNov 17, 2025
PostedNov 17, 2025
Last sold$234,900
MLS updatedFeb 26, 2026
Tour days6
Views144
Favorites1
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3 schools rated nearby
Location
Cottondale, AL, 35453
Price history
4 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Feb 26, 2026Pending Sale$275,000$167WAMLS
Dec 29, 2025Price Change$275,000$167WAMLS
Nov 17, 2025Listed For Sale$285,000$173WAMLS
Mar 1, 2022Sold$234,900$143WAMLS
Pending Sale$275,000
Feb 26, 2026•$167/sqft•WAMLS
Price Change$275,000
Dec 29, 2025•$167/sqft•WAMLS
Listed For Sale$285,000
Nov 17, 2025•$173/sqft•WAMLS
Sold$234,900
Mar 1, 2022•$143/sqft•WAMLS
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
Nearby neighborhoods
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Nearby cities
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Nearby zip codes
35401354023540335404354053540635407354763548635487
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