1 month on rocket

8640 Lake Dr, Bessemer, AL, 35022

$449,000

Home List Price

$5,332*

Closing Credit

4 Bedrooms
3 Full Baths, 1 Partial
2,602 SqFt
$173/SqFt
House

Location

Image provided by Mapbox

Get An Agent. Get A Mortgage.

Save BIG.

Rocket Homes logo

8640 Lake Dr, Bessemer$449,000

Buyer Closing Credits

$5,332*

1.25% Loan Amount

Rocket Homes logo

Still Have Questions? Contact Us.

Contact Us Phone Number1 (855) 200-2001

Property Highlights

Home TypeSingle Family Residence
ParkingAttached, Basement Parking, Driveway Parking
Attached Garage2 spaces
Year Built1997
HeatingCentral
CoolingCentral Air
BasementYes
FireplaceGas (FIREPL), Tile (FIREPL)
MLS #21402950
Lot Size0.52 Acres
StatusActive

About 8640 Lake Dr

Discover elegant living in this stately brick residence, featuring 4 spacious bedrooms and 3½ baths. Step into a welcoming interior where fresh paint brightens the open-concept living room, anchored by a stunning fireplace and leading to an inviting deck—perfect for seamless indoor-outdoor entertaining. The chef's kitchen shines with modern updates, including sleek granite countertops, a professional gas range, and premium stainless steel appliances. Convenience meets luxury with a primary suite on the main level, complete with an ensuite bathroom, while upstairs, three generous bedrooms share two well-appointed bathrooms, including a practical jack-and-jill arrangement. The thoughtful floor plan places laundry facilities on the main level for easy access, and below, the unfinished basement presents endless possibilities, featuring a dedicated workspace with custom-built cabinets—ideal for a workshop or future finishing projects.

Property Details

Property Features

Property Information:

  • Year Built: 1997
  • Stories: 2
  • Living Area: 2,602 SqFt

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Keller Williams Realty Hoover
  • Office Phone: (205) 822-2272
  • Listing Agent: Jerry Sager

Interior Features

Interior Information:

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Gas Stove
  • Basement: Yes
  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile Floor
  • Interior: None
  • Fireplace: Gas (FIREPL), Tile (FIREPL)

Bedroom and Bathroom Information:

  • Partial Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedroom Count: 4

Exterior Features

Exterior Information:

  • Exterior: None

Parking Information:

  • Garage Space: 2 spaces
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Parking: Attached, Basement Parking, Driveway Parking

Virtual/3D Tour

  • Virtual Tour: 8640 Lake Dr
Virtual Tour

Lot Features

Lot Information:

  • Lot Size: 0.52 Acres

Utilities

Utilities Information:

  • Heating: Central
  • Cooling: Central Air

Other

Directions Information:

  • Directions: From 459 Take Exit 6 toward Helena. Turn Right onto South Shades Crest Rd. Travel approximately 7 miles. Turn Left onto Lake Drive - home is on the Left.

Price Information

Listing Price Info

Price Summary:

  • List Price: $449,000
  • Price Per SqFt: $173/SqFt

Tax Information:

  • Annual Amount: $1,249
  • Tax Year: 2020
House and calculator

What can I afford?

Understand what home price range makes sense for your budget.

Housing Market Comparison

See how this home compares to others in Bessemer, AL.

Map thumbnail provided by MapBox

Bessemer, AL

City

Med. Sold Price

$200.9K

Med. Price/SqFt

$129

Avg. Days On Market

35

# of Sold Homes

56

8640 Lake Dr vs Bessemer

32 DAYS ON ROCKET

-3 Days

$449,000

+$248K More

$173/SqFt

+$44 More

KEY TAKEAWAY

This property is $248K more than the Median Sold Price and $44/SqFt more than other homes in Bessemer, AL.

Based on homes sold in November 2024

MLS Details

MLS Information:

  • MLS Number: #21402950

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Keller Williams Realty Hoover
  • Office Phone: (205) 822-2272
  • Listing Agent: Jerry Sager

IDX The data relating to real estate for sale on this site comes in part from the Broker Reciprocity/IDX program of the Greater Alabama Multiple Listing Service, Inc. Information provided is thought to be reliable but is not guaranteed to be accurate; you are advised to verify facts that are important to you. No warranties, expressed or implied, are provided for the data herein, or for their use or interpretation by the user. IDX information is provided exclusively for consumers’ personal, non-commercial use, that it may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing, and that the content is not guaranteed accurate by the MLS. There is no express or implied warranty by MLS of the accuracy of information which should be independently verified. The Greater Alabama Multiple Listing Service does not create, control or review the property data displayed herein and take no responsibility for the content of such records. Copyright© 2024 Greater Alabama Multiple Listing Service, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
Data displayed may be a portion of, and not a complete set of all listings published in the MLS.
Last updated on: 12/18/2024, 7:20:56 AM Eastern. If you have any questions regarding the accuracy of this data, please contact us at help@rockethomes.com.

Property Sales & Tax

Listing History

Nov 03, 2020Home Sold
$284,000

Tax History

YEARPROP. TAXASSESSMENT
2020$1,249$25,040
2018$857$24,660
2017$857$24,660

History based on county public records data.

Payment Calculator

$2,308

Per Month

Recommended Financing

30-Year Fixed

Rate/APR

7.5% / 6.68%

Total Monthly Payment

$1,413

Powered By

Rocket Mortgage

NMLS#3030

Schools

Schools Nearby

The school rating is a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest. Assigned schools have a bold outline.

Nearby Schools

school-card-donut-4442184
5
/10

  • McAdory Elementary School

  • 6251 Eastern Valley Rd

  • 4.50 miles

  • Public District Grades PK-5

school-card-donut-4442185
1
/10

  • Greenwood Elementary School

  • 5012 Roselyn Rd

  • 6.69 miles

  • Public District Grades KG-5

school-card-donut-4442186
6
/10

  • McCalla Elementary School

  • 2020 McCalla School Rd

  • 6.82 miles

  • Public District Grades PK-5

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

What Are The Neighbors Like?

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $92,926. Most Bessemer, AL residents have annual incomes between $35k-100k. Residents typically live in married, no kids family. Most residents in this area have post secondary degree education.

All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

Frequently Asked Questions About 8640 Lake Dr

What is the listing price of this property?

The listing price of 8640 Lake Dr property is $449,000.

What type of property is this?

The property 8640 Lake Dr is a house located in Bessemer, Alabama, 35022.

Is this property for sale now?

Active Listing: 8640 Lake Dr is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

What is the annual property tax for this property?

According to the records, the last property tax for 2020 is $1,249 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

When was this property sold last time and for how much?

The last sale was on November 3, 2020 for $284,000. (source: MLS/tax record).

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?

The property at 8640 Lake Dr has 4 bedrooms and 3 full and 1 half bathrooms.

What is the square footage of this property?

The property 8640 Lake Dr is 2,602 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

Which year was this property built?

The year of construction for 8640 Lake Dr is 1997.

Rocket Homes›Alabama›Jefferson County›Bessemer›35022›8640 Lake Dr

This home is located at 8640 Lake Dr in Bessemer, AL and zip code 35022. This 2,602 square foot home, which was built in 1997, sits on a 0.52 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since November 16, 2024 and is currently priced at $449,000.

While more than 12 listings in Bessemer, AL in November 2024 were sold above asking price, there were more than 13 listings sold at asking price, and more than 31 were sold below. In November 2024 in Bessemer, AL there were 8.9% more homes for sale than in October 2024. While the average time on the market in November 2024 was 35 days, the median list price was $200,950.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

More Resources