Welcome to your dream 5-acre equestrian retreat in Helena! This 4,500+ sq ft single-level home offers 5 bedrooms, 3 baths, and room for the whole family. The property is fully fenced, freshly painted, and gated for peace of mind. Enjoy summer days by the pool (seller offering credit for new liner), evenings catching fireflies under the stars, and weekends caring for horses or chickens in the barns. Wide-open spaces give kids room to play while you relax in the sunroom or by the koi pond. Located in unincorporated Shelby County within the Helena School District, this home blends comfort, country living, and convenience. A rare opportunity to create the lifestyle you’ve been dreaming of—schedule your tour today!
For sale
Price cut: $50.1K (11/7)
$849,900
5232 S Shades Crest Rd, Helena, AL 35080
5beds
4,502sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1979
5 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$189/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 127 days |
- 755 |
- 32 |
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: January 20, 2026 at 05:53pm
Listed by:
Mary Bell 205-492-0004,
LAH Sotheby's International Realty Homewood,
Malori Harry 205-401-7613,
LAH Sotheby's International Realty Homewood
Source: GALMLS,MLS#: 21431382
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom, Dining Room, Bathroom, Kitchen, Master Bathroom, Master Bedroom, Office/Study (ROOM), Sunroom (ROOM)
Primary bedroom
- Level: First
Bedroom 1
- Level: First
Bedroom 2
- Level: First
Bedroom 3
- Level: First
Bedroom 4
- Level: First
Primary bathroom
- Level: First
Bathroom 1
- Level: First
Dining room
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Features: Pantry
- Level: First
Living room
- Level: First
Basement
- Area: 0
Office
- Level: First
Heating
- Central, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Gas Cooktop, Electric Oven, Self Cleaning Oven, Double Oven, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Main Level, Laundry Room, Laundry (ROOM), Yes
Features
- Recessed Lighting, Crown Molding, Smooth Ceilings, Soaking Tub, Separate Shower, Double Vanity, Shared Bath, Tub/Shower Combo, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
- Doors: French Doors
- Windows: Window Treatments
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Attic: Pull Down Stairs,Yes
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Stone, Living Room, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 4,502 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 4,502
- Finished area below ground: 0
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Parking (MLVL), Garage Faces Front
- Garage spaces: 4
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Open (PATIO), Patio, Porch, Covered (DECK), Deck
- Exterior features: Sprinkler System
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: In Ground, Fenced, Private
- Fencing: Fenced
- Has view: Yes
- View description: None
- Waterfront features: No
Lot
- Size: 5 Acres
- Features: Acreage, Few Trees
Details
- Additional structures: Barn(s), Storage
- Parcel number: 128280000015.000
- Special conditions: N/A
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Shingle Siding
Condition
- Year built: 1979
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Underground Utilities
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Security System
- Subdivision: Helena
Location
- Region: Helena
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $189/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $661,630
- Annual tax amount: $2,871
- Price range: $849.9K - $849.9K
- Date on market: 9/16/2025
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/16/2026 | Listed for sale | $849,900$189/sqft |
Source:  GALMLS #21431382 Report a problem | ||
| 1/2/2026 | Contingent | $849,900$189/sqft |
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| 11/7/2025 | Price change | $849,900-5.6%$189/sqft |
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| 9/18/2025 | Listed for sale | $900,000-10%$200/sqft |
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| 2/6/2025 | Listing removed | $1,000,000$222/sqft |
Source: GALMLS #21396864 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,871 +6.3% | $66,180 +6.2% |
| 2024 | $2,701 +6% | $62,320 +7.6% |
| 2023 | $2,548 +22.9% | $57,920 +22.9% |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$4,688/mo
Principal & interest
$4044
Property taxes
$347
Home insurance
$297
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 35080
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Helena Intermediate SchoolGrades: 3-5Distance: 1 mi
- 7/10Helena Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.2 mi
- 7/10Helena High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Helena
- Middle: Helena
- High: Helena
Source: GALMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
