# 988 COUNTY ROAD 56, Houston, AL 35572 > **TL;DR:** 3bd/1ba single family, $167,000 ($139/sqft), built 1965, 1,200 sqft. > Hardwood, A/C. Est. $893/mo. Listed 250 days. ## Property at a Glance | Attribute | Value | |-----------|-------| | Price | $167,000 | | Price/sqft | $139 | | Bedrooms | 3 | | Bathrooms | 1 full | | Square Feet | 1,200 | | Year Built | 1965 | | Lot Size | 222,156 sqft (5.10 acres) | | Stories | 1 | | Property Type | Single Family (Other) | | Status | Active | | Days on Market | 250 | ## Why This Home Stands Out - **Hardwood Floors** - Hardwood flooring listed ## Estimated Monthly Costs | Category | Amount | |----------|--------| | Principal & Interest (20% down, 30-year at 6.5%) | $844 | | Estimated Insurance | $49 | | **Total** | **$893** | ## Nearby Schools - **Elementary:** ADDISON - **Middle:** ADDISON - **High:** ADDISON ## Key Amenities - Hardwood - A/C ## Property Highlights - Built in 1965 - 5.10 acre lot ## Description ### Agent Description Nestled in the desirable Smith Lake-Houston community, this home offers the perfect blend of cozy comfort and peaceful country living. Situated on approximately 5.1 acres (+/-) to be parceled from a larger tract, this property provides space, privacy, and room to grow. The home features 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom, along with a convenient 2-car carport. Full of character and potential, it's ready for you to make it your own-whether you're looking for a weekend retreat near the lake or a full-time residence with acreage to enjoy. Just 3 miles to Houston Recreation Area and Boat Ramp on beautiful Smith Lake, making lake days easy and convenient. Enjoy local dining just 4 miles away at Chef Troy's Talk of the Town. With additional acreage available, the possibilities here are truly endless-expand, build, invest, or simply enjoy extra elbow room. Don't miss this opportunity to own a slice of the Smith Lake-Houston community and create the vision you've been dreaming of. ## Location - **Address:** 988 COUNTY ROAD 56, Houston, AL 35572 - **County:** Winston - **Coordinates:** 34.10338265, -87.29328101 - **Google Maps:** https://www.google.com/maps?q=34.10338265,-87.29328101 ## Listing Agent - **Name:** Jill Lambert - **Brokerage:** EXIT Lake & Country Real Estat - **Broker Phone:** 2563394152 - **Listing URL:** [View original listing](https://www.realtor.com/realestateandhomes-detail/988-County-Road-56_Houston_AL_35572_M72602-66202?f=listhub&s=BHAMMLSAL&m=21444938&c=propsimple) ## Photos ![988 COUNTY ROAD 56 - Photo 1](http://lh.rdcpix.com/26a07483baaf41416ba4177cfade184al-f56409078r.jpg) --- **MLS#:** 21444938 | **Updated:** 2026-10-31 **Source:** listhub *Copyright © 2026 Greater Alabama MLS. All rights reserved. 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