For Sale1d on market

5345 University Gardens Dr

Cottondale, AL, 35453 • 35453 • Tuscaloosa County

$268,500

$182/sqft

Down payment assistance available

3Beds

2Baths

1,473Sqft

0.12 acLot

2021Built

Property DNA

4 highlights

Garden Home Style

Built 2021 · 5 years of history

University Gardens

35453

Garage

Attached · Concrete · Driveway · Garage

1d on Market

Listed Mar 25, 2026

This home is in high demand

Listed 1 day ago · 161 views · 11 saves · Top 5% likely to sell soon

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$182/sqft

Price per square foot

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Very High

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About this home

Single Family · Built 2021

Are you looking for a move in ready, pristine, and desirable floor plan? Look no further, this home is as charming as they come! 3 nice sized bedrooms and 2 full baths accompanied by an open concept living area and kitchen featuring granite countertops and custom cabinetry! Great sized laundry room with washer and dryer to remain. Master bedroom entails a vaulted ceiling, extra large walk in closet, and soaker tub. Enjoy a fenced in yard and covered patio ideal for those wanting a bit of privacy and place to retreat. Interstate, restaurants, retail spaces, and the University of Alabama are all easily accessible from this delightful home! COME SEE SOON!

Standout features identified

Our analysis highlights fenced in yard, soaker tub, and custom cabinetry as key attractions of this home.

Estimated monthly payment

Based on current rates

$1,712/month

Principal & Interest$1,354

Property Tax$269

Insurance$90

Down payment20% ($53,700)

3%50%

Est. 6.47% rate · 30yr fixed · $214,800 loan

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At a glance

Key facts and listing details

TypeSingle Family Residence

Year Built2021

HeatingCentral

CoolingCentral Air, 1 Unit

ParkingAttached Garage

Lot5,052 sqft

Days on Zillow1 Day

Price/sqft$182

Property

Home typeSingle Family

Sub-typeSingle Family Residence

StyleGarden Home

ConditionResale

Year built2021

Stories1

Systems

HeatingCentral

CoolingCentral Air, 1 Unit

RoofComposition,Shingle

ConstructionBrick, Vinyl Siding

Water / SewerPublic

Parking & Outdoor

ParkingAttached, Concrete, Driveway, Garage

Lot5,052 sqft

Location & Tax

Neighborhood35453

Annual tax$995

Parcel3008272003001050

Bathrooms & Fees

Full baths2

Features & details

11 categories of property features

Interior Features

Interior

Breakfast Area

Open Concept

Appliances

Tankless Water Heater

Water Heater

Heating

Central

Cooling

Central Air

1 Unit

Laundry

Main Level

Laundry Room

Fireplace

Gas Log

Family/Living/Great Room

Exterior Features

Exterior

Rain Gutters

Parking

Attached

Concrete

Driveway

Garage

Construction

Brick

Vinyl Siding

Community

Gutter(s)

Pool Features

None

Listing insights

Market data and value estimates

StatusFor Sale

Days on market1

Est. value$267,500

Est. rent$1,775/mo

Tax rate0.35%

Price/sqft$182

On marketMar 25, 2026

PostedMar 25, 2026

Last sold$249,900

MLS updatedMar 25, 2026

Tour days9

Favorites11

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

8 events

DateEventPrice$/sqftSource

Mar 25, 2026Listed For Sale$268,500$182WAMLS

Apr 14, 2023Sold$249,900$170WAMLS

Mar 27, 2023Pending Sale$249,900$170WAMLS

Mar 1, 2023Listed For Sale$249,900$170WAMLS

Jan 25, 2021Sold$209,900$142WAMLS

Jan 11, 2021Pending Sale$209,900$142PRITCHETT MOORE REAL ESTATE

Dec 1, 2020Sold$35,000$24Public Record

Nov 18, 2020Listed For Sale$209,900$142PRITCHETT MOORE REAL ESTATE

Listed For Sale$268,500

Mar 25, 2026•$182/sqft•WAMLS

Sold$249,900

Apr 14, 2023•$170/sqft•WAMLS

Pending Sale$249,900

Mar 27, 2023•$170/sqft•WAMLS

Listed For Sale$249,900

Mar 1, 2023•$170/sqft•WAMLS

Sold$209,900

Jan 25, 2021•$142/sqft•WAMLS

Pending Sale$209,900

Jan 11, 2021•$142/sqft•PRITCHETT MOORE REAL ESTATE

Sold$35,000

Dec 1, 2020•$24/sqft•Public Record

Listed For Sale$209,900

Nov 18, 2020•$142/sqft•PRITCHETT MOORE REAL ESTATE

Tax history

11 years of records

YearTax paidAssessed value

Mar 27, 2024$995$20,240

Mar 27, 2023$2,084$40,460

Mar 27, 2022$1,928—

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

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Est. value$267,500

Est. rent$1,775/mo

30yr rate est.6.47%

Affordability$1,509/mo

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