Price Reduction
Address
1603 Shadywood Court, Opelika, AL
Price
$ 456,000
Property Attributes
  • MLS#177228
  • TypeSingle Family
  • Listing Status Active
  • CountyLee
  • CityOpelika
  • AreaOpelika
  • NeighborhoodNORTHGATE
  • Zip36801
  • Style
  • Year Built1978
  • Taxes$ 2233
  • Price$ 456,000
  • Bedrooms5
  • Full Bathrooms3
  • Half Bathrooms1
  • Sqr Footage3966
  • Lot Size0.46 Acres
Data Source:
Lee County Association of REALTORS® (LCAOR)
Property Description

$10,000 SELLER CONCESSION with an acceptable offer—use it however you choose! If you are looking for a home with lots of space for...*An office, *movie room, *kid's game room, *Guest suite, *Fitness room, check out this home. It's perfect with 2 primary suites, a teen suite, home office, Homeschool set up, large families. Tucked away on a quiet cul-de-sac in Opelika's established Northgate area, this nearly 4,000 sq. ft. home offers flexible living space hard to find at this price point. Inside, you'll find two fireplaces, an open kitchen with island, breakfast nook, new range and range hood, and generously sized bedrooms. The layout is ideal for a large household, multi-generational living, guests, or anyone needing extra room to spread out. Two private bedroom suites add flexibility. The backyard features a screened porch, fenced yard, mature trees, and a storage building. Located near schools, shopping, downtown Opelika, and everyday convenience in a mature neighborhood with NO HOA. Recent HVAC upgrades and thoughtful improvements help make this home comfortable and energy-efficient. Updates include a new upstairs HVAC system, insulated ductwork, updated thermostats, and a dual-zone upstairs system designed to cool the living room and upper level. Despite July 2026 outdoor temperatures averaging 89° highs and 74° lows, the home maintained a comfortable average indoor temperature of approximately 69–70° while HVAC systems recorded significantly lower runtime than the same period in 2025. Most notably, the total July 2026 electric bill was just $223.59—a low utility cost considering the summer temperatures and amount of cooling needed. Mature shade trees provide natural cooling benefits, helping contribute to the home's overall energy efficiency and year-round comfort. If you have been looking for more space, a flexible floor plan, and a well-located Opelika home with room to make it your own, this one deserves a look. Schedule your viewing now

Elementary School Middle School
NORTHSIDE INTERMEDIATE/SOUTHVIEW PRIMARY Elementary School NORTHSIDE INTERMEDIATE/SOUTHVIEW PRIMARY Middle School
Price History
10/24/2025 Listed $545,000
11/19/2025 1$539,500
12/29/2025 7$499,995
2/2/2026 Listed $499,994
5/4/2026 Listed $499,993
5/28/2026 1$495,000
6/27/2026 1$490,900
7/16/2026 3$475,000
8/12/2026 2$465,000
8/24/2026 1$460,000
9/3/2026 1$456,000

General Features

Living Area 3966
Heating Heat Pump
Cooling Central Air,Electric
Utilities Sewer Connected,Underground Utilities,Water Available
Appliances Some Electric Appliances,Dishwasher,Electric Range,Stove
Association Fee Includes Other,See Remarks
Patio/Porch Features Rear Porch,Covered,Front Porch
Pool Features None
Construction Materials Brick Veneer,Cedar,Shake Siding
Year Built 1978
View Other
Stories Count 2
Levels Two
Property Subtype Residential
County Lee
Property Type Residential
Association Amenities Other,See Remarks
HOA false
Attached Garage false
Subdivision Name NORTHGATE
Garage Y/N false
Full Baths 3
Status Active
Directions From India Road, head toward N 18th Street. Turn onto N 18th Street, then turn onto Shadywood Court. Continue to the end of the cul-de-sac; 1603 Shadywood Ct is located at the end.
ModificationTimestamp 2026-09-19T05:33:03.140-00:00
City Opelika
MLS Area Opelika
Lot Size Units Acres
Elementary School NORTHSIDE INTERMEDIATE/SOUTHVIEW PRIMARY
Tax Annual Amount 2233
Middle/Junior High School NORTHSIDE INTERMEDIATE/SOUTHVIEW PRIMARY
MLS Area Minor OPELIKA
Standard Status Active
Occupancy Type Vacant
Property Sub Type Additional Residential
PostalCity Opelika
Legal Description LOT B, RE-SUB OF LOTS 22,23 & 24, NORTHGATE SD, 1ST ADD, PLAT BK-13 PG-8

Interior Features

Interior Amenities Ceiling Fan(s),Eat-in Kitchen,Kitchen Island,Other,See Remarks
Basement Crawl Space,Partial
Flooring Carpet,Simulated Wood,Tile
Total Fireplaces 2
Fireplace Features Two,Other,See Remarks,Wood Burning
Basement (Y/N) true
Air Conditioning Y/N true
Heating Y/N true
Fireplace Y/N true
Above Grade Finished Area 3966
Half Baths 1
Total Bedrooms 5
Main Level Bathrooms 1
LivingAreaSource Assessor
Total Baths 4

Exterior Features

Exterior Amenities Storage
Fencing Back Yard
Lot Features < 1/2 Acre,Cul-De-Sac
Lot Size Area 0.46
Foundation Details Slab
Lot Size Acres 0.46

Amenities

  • Foreclosure
  • Views
  • Short Sale
  • New Construction
  • Adult 55+
  • Lease To Own
  • No HOA Fees
  • Furnished
  • Primary On Main
  • Air Conditioning
  • Seller Finance
  • Green
  • Fixer Upper
  • Horse
  • Golf
  • Fireplace
  • Deck
  • Garage
  • Basement
  • Pool

Property vs Single Family Average in 36801

Price
AVG $420K
$460K
Taxes
AVG $1,894
$2,233
Year Built
AVG 2013
1978

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