Perched high above the city with panoramic views of downtown Huntsville & Space Center, 2253 Governors Bend is a custom brick estate offering over 8600 square feet of luxury living. Main level features master & guest suite, grand staircase, cherry paneled library, formal dining & chef's kitchen w/cherry cabinets. Upstairs host 4 BR/s. Lower level has billiards room, wine cellar/tasting room, media room, gym, storm shelter & more. Double covered rear porches with amazing city views. 4 car garage + multiple storage closets, and a closet ready for an elevator. Rare blend of space, views and craftsmanship minutes from city center of downtown Huntsville. 3 parcels being sold. A Must See!
Sold for $1,575,000
$1,575,000
2253 Governors Bend Rd SE, Huntsville, AL 35801
7beds
8,638sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2000
-- sqft lot
$1,575,300 Zestimate®
$182/sqft
$5,558 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,575,300
$1.50M - $1.65M
$5,558/mo
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What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: November 20, 2025 at 12:22pm
Listed by:
Vickie Ziegler 256-783-3904,
BHHS Rise Real Estate
Bought with:
Erica Smith, 120644
Down Home Real Estate
Source: ValleyMLS,MLS#: 21896159
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 7
- Bathrooms: 7
- Full bathrooms: 5
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: 10’ + Ceiling, Crown Molding, Recessed Lighting, Smooth Ceiling, Wood Floor, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: First
- Area: 414
- Dimensions: 18 x 23
Bedroom
- Features: 9’ Ceiling, Crown Molding, Smooth Ceiling, Wood Floor, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: Second
- Area: 192
- Dimensions: 12 x 16
Bedroom 2
- Features: 10’ + Ceiling, Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Smooth Ceiling, Wood Floor, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: First
- Area: 165
- Dimensions: 11 x 15
Bedroom 3
- Features: 9’ Ceiling, Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Smooth Ceiling, Wood Floor, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: Second
- Area: 210
- Dimensions: 15 x 14
Bedroom 4
- Features: 9’ Ceiling, Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Smooth Ceiling, Wood Floor, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: Second
- Area: 196
- Dimensions: 14 x 14
Bedroom 5
- Features: 9’ Ceiling, Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Smooth Ceiling, Wood Floor, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: Second
- Area: 182
- Dimensions: 13 x 14
Bathroom 1
- Features: 10’ + Ceiling, Crown Molding, Double Vanity, Marble, Recessed Lighting, Smooth Ceiling, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: First
- Area: 144
- Dimensions: 9 x 16
Dining room
- Features: 10’ + Ceiling, Crown Molding, Recessed Lighting, Smooth Ceiling, Wood Floor
- Level: First
- Area: 270
- Dimensions: 15 x 18
Family room
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Carpet, Recessed Lighting
- Level: Basement
- Area: 391
- Dimensions: 17 x 23
Kitchen
- Features: 10’ + Ceiling, Granite Counters, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Smooth Ceiling, Wood Floor
- Level: First
- Area: 272
- Dimensions: 16 x 17
Living room
- Features: 10’ + Ceiling, Crown Molding, Recessed Lighting, Smooth Ceiling, Wood Floor
- Level: First
- Area: 475
- Dimensions: 19 x 25
Exercise room
- Features: 9’ Ceiling, Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Carpet, Smooth Ceiling
- Level: Basement
- Area: 242
- Dimensions: 11 x 22
Game room
- Features: Crown Molding, Chair Rail, Recessed Lighting, Smooth Ceiling, Wet Bar, Wood Floor
- Level: Basement
- Area: 432
- Dimensions: 16 x 27
Library
- Features: 10’ + Ceiling, Crown Molding, Fireplace, Recessed Lighting, Smooth Ceiling, Wood Floor, Built-in Features
- Level: First
- Area: 234
- Dimensions: 13 x 18
Heating
- Central 2+, Propane
Cooling
- Multi Units, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Cooktop, Double Oven, Warming Drawer, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Wine Cooler, Disposal, Gas Cooktop
Features
- Basement: Basement
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Gas Log, Two
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 8,638 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Garage-Attached, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side, Circular Driveway
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Bluff/Brow
Lot
- Dimensions: 167 x 186 x 103 x 180111 x 180 x 207 x 161
- Topography: Sloping
- Residential vegetation: Wooded
Details
- Parcel number: 1803051000104000 3 PARCELS
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2000
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Huntsville
- Subdivision: Governors Bend
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $325 annually
- Association name: Governors Bend
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/20/2025 | Sold | $1,575,000-5.1%$182/sqft |
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| 10/31/2025 | Pending sale | $1,660,000$192/sqft |
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| 10/4/2025 | Contingent | $1,660,000$192/sqft |
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| 8/8/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,660,000+23.8%$192/sqft |
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| 1/6/2020 | Sold | $1,341,200-10%$155/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,109 | $119,040 |
| 2024 | $6,109 +4.9% | $119,040 +4.9% |
| 2023 | $5,823 +17.9% | $113,500 +17.8% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 35801
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Monte Sano Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 1.4 mi
- 5/10Huntsville Junior High SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.8 mi
- 8/10Huntsville High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Monte Sano Elementary
- Middle: Huntsville
- High: Huntsville
Source: ValleyMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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