Updated 2/1 c.1940 Alabama Bungalow Under $44K

$43,800

Effortless living awaits in this updated 2-bed, 1-bath Alabama bungalow. Featuring a smart layout and thoughtful interior touches,enjoy crisp luxury vinyl plank floors, modern kitchen cabinetry, and sleek bathroom finishes throughout.

Realtor Comments

Buyer Satisfaction Guarantee Provided – Love this home or we’ll buy it back!* Maxwell and Client just agree on price and possession. With its manageable size and convenient Bessemer location, this property offers excellent potential for investors seeking a rental property or an addition to an existing portfolio. Don’t miss this opportunity to invest in a property with income-producing potential! *Benefits subject to contract terms, buyer to verify all information. Home is sold ‘As Is’.*Benefits subject to contract terms, buyer to verify all information. Some listing photos have been virtually staged or manipulated by AI.

2bd
1ba
906sqft
8,276sqft lot
Circa 1940

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5906 5th St S, Bessemer, AL 35020 $43,800

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-Contact Realtor:Maxwell Jones

251-545-2622, Your Home Sold Guaranteed Realty

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The Pros

Highly Affordable Real Estate & Cost of Living: Housing is significantly cheaper than the national average and lower than nearby suburbs like Hoover or Vestavia Hills. Whether you are looking for historic older homes, fixer-uppers, or newer suburban developments, home buyers get substantially more square footage and land per dollar.
Prime Commuter & Metro Access: Situated directly along the I-20/59 and I-459 corridors, Bessemer offers a quick 20-minute drive into downtown Birmingham, quick access to Tuscaloosa (home to the University of Alabama), and simple commutes across the Birmingham-Hoover metro area.
Strong Job Base & Economic Hub: Unlike many small suburbs, Bessemer has a robust local economy anchored by major logistics, manufacturing, and distribution centers—including massive facilities for Amazon, Home Depot, and Carvana—providing ample regional job opportunities.
Neighborhood Variety: Bessemer is geographically large and diverse. Areas like the McAdory corridor or communities bordering McCalla offer newer construction, quiet suburban subdivisions, and top-rated school pockets, while outer edges provide acreage for rural living.
Access to Parks and Local Culture: Bessemer sits near Tannehill Ironworks Historical State Park, an extensive outdoor park featuring hiking, camping, creeks, and historic sites. Additionally, the city is home to famous culinary landmarks, such as the legendary Bright Star (Alabama’s oldest continuously operating restaurant).

The Cons

High Crime Rates in Certain Areas: The most prominent challenge facing Bessemer is crime. Both property and violent crime rates in the city’s urban core and older inner-city neighborhoods rank significantly above national and state averages. Safety varies drastically depending on the specific neighborhood or zip code.
Underperforming Public School System: While private options exist and public schools in outer areas (like the McAdory school zone) are well-regarded, the overall Bessemer City School District consistently scores below average in state academic performance and ratings.
Higher Sales Taxes: Combined state, county, and local sales taxes in Bessemer hover near 10%, which can slightly offset low property taxes when shopping for day-to-day goods.
Uneven City Revitalization: While commercial corridors along the interstates are booming, parts of downtown Bessemer and older residential pockets still show signs of economic distress, aging infrastructure, and neglected properties.