5997 73rd Pl E, Cottondale, AL 35453
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5997 73rd Pl E
Cottondale, AL 35453

  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,132 sqft

$235,900

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 20, 2026

$235,900

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 20, 2026
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,132 sqft

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
2022
Living Area
1,132 sqft
Price/Sqft
$208
Parking
Garage

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
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About this House

Please note that the advertised price may exclude additional fees. These include a mandatory $55 application fee per applicant; a one-time $75 admin fee; a $11 monthly utility management fee; fees for amenities like smart home or internet service; and optional conditional fees for services like self-guided tours with third-party provider Rently ($1.99 to $11.99), pet fees/rent, or pool maintenance, if applicable. HOA application and amenity fees, where applicable, are paid directly to the HOA.

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3 bedroom, 2 bathroom rental home in Cottondale, AL, may be just the home for you. Enjoy outdoor living on the patio/balcony.

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5997 73rd Pl E, Cottondale, AL 35453 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,132 sqft single-family home built in 2022. More recently, it was listed as a rental in April 2025 with an asking price of $1,500 per month. That rental listing was removed on May 9, 2025. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $235,900, with a rent estimate of $1,630/month.
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Home Details for 5997 73rd Pl E

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 2022
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Lease Term: Contact For DetailsAvailable: now

Interior Features

Appliances & Utilities
Disposal
Heating & Cooling
Air ConditioningCooling System: Central Air

Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
GarageParking: Garage

Comparable Sales for 5997 73rd Pl E

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
7371 Huntland Dr, Cottondale, AL
0.14
Single-Family Home
$258,040
04/06/26
3
2
1,330 sqft
Home facts updated by county records

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What Locals Say about Tuscaloosa

At least 448 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 91 % Say car is needed

  • 75 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 73 % Say parking is easy

  • 68 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 68 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 58 % Say kids play outside

  • 53 % Say it's quiet

  • 50 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 49 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 49 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 46 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 45 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 33 % Say there's wildlife

  • 32 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 27 % Say there are community events

  • 26 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • fruitsnackbears
    "Public transit is shite; the city cares more about improving the main roads instead of providing better routes for the buses. "
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  • fruitsnackbears
    "The city isn’t particularly walkable, so people with dogs resort to taking them to local parks to play."
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  • Kristi Jones
    "Traffic is bad depending on where you are commuting to and from. I live more on northport side and don’t go through downtown everyday "
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  • Mcenna Cowger
    "Alot of trash, No walking, nice mainly older people, very beautiful neighborhood though minus trash "
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  • Marcus Wash
    "I love the environment. Tuscaloosa is a very special place. I’m not from Alabama but I love that I’m here now."
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  • Courtney Morrison
    "I have lived here 7 years, I enjoy the neighborhood but I do feel it has went downhill due to some uncaring and disrespectful renters in the neighborhood."
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  • Trulia User
    "Unsafe and not kid friendly. Violence and eyesores all around. Surrounding schools are failing schools. The neighborhood that lack essentials that many people need to survive. "
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  • Trulia User
    "We are near everything Tuscaloosa has to offer. If you work at UA, downtown or DCH, it is a 4 minute commute"
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  • Trulia User
    "There is a huge park on the river where you could walk and play with your dog. The only downside is that most dog parks are inside of individual neighborhoods and the only public one is over 9 miles away."
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  • Trulia User
    "Nice area to live in nice people nice outside nice weather outside good weather a lot of nice people and lots of fun quality and good areas here "
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  • Lourdie12
    "Nice place to walk with leashed dogs! Dogs should be curbed and the University park is very nice to walk your dog"
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  • Stangoffjr
    "The neighborhood seems friendly enough. Most properties are well maintained. Several rental properties which do not seem to devalue properties. The Hillcrest school system could use an overhaul. Scale 1-10 (7). "
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  • Anointed One
    "Decent area with decent community. Bananas even college is in on game nights. Schools are great in this area."
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  • Melo K.
    "They would like the side walks and parks located near the area. It’s quite a pet friendly area. Most residents own dogs. Gates are most properties and pet areas are well kept. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Minimum traffic. Easy access to local restaurants, malls and interstate. School traffic is low and well managed in my area. "
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  • Vickie H.
    "Not pet friendly, you have to pay extra if you own pets. Very seldom do I see dogs and never see people walking dogs. Do see stray cats from time to time."
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  • Cpurnell2323
    "We have neighborhood food trucks & walkways. Shopping, grocery stores & medical needs are mins away."
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  • Jackie H.
    "The area is conveniently located near grocery stores and shopping area. Schools are close by, also. The neighborhood is safe."
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  • Kiara D.
    "we do absolutely nothing collectively in our neighborhood! however, the neighbors are friendly, when you speak to them."
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  • Sarahminordesign
    "Great area to live. Close to everything. Grocery store. Gas stations. Great schools. Quiet neighborhood. "
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  • Lesleyannsmits
    "It’s college kids. It takes 10-12 minutes to walk to very central places but it’s college kid area. I love to walk so the walk is nice, but construction is always there and the price of every day things are marked up. I do love 12th Street-it’s slightly calmer and than the Other streets. "
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  • Llay180
    "The people honestly, on holidays or not there is always a celebration. Happy and pure with life although tainted a little. It’s practically like going to a family reunion meeting all the family you didn’t know you had"
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  • Lesleyannsmits
    "It’s an 8 minute walk to edge of campus, it’s amazing if you’re in school. You can walk places if you want, but not many options to walk to, unless you want to walk really far to Downtown. "
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  • Leah M.
    "great location to avoid traffic in a college town and still have access to plenty of grocery and restaurant options"
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  • Lex
    "It’s not a safe place to live in general, especially for dogs and cats. If your pet gets out, don’t expect to get them back. "
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  • Lex
    "It’s okay unless it’s 7am, 3pm, 5pm, and 11pm. During those times, traffic is the worst. Any other time you should be okay. "
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  • Willmarshall35
    "We don’t have any neighborhood events. We just fix the house up on holidays and let the kids walk to see everything. "
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  • Jemeka H.
    "We don’t have many gated areas and it’ll be dangerous to keep dogs and children in the same enviornment. "
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  • Perry D. H.
    "I grew up in this neighborhood and now live here with my husband and two kids. It’s always been an area that’s great for families. The schools are less than 5 minutes away and the golf course is great to walk on. People even fish in the ponds. "
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  • Nmunderwood79
    "I’ve lived here since 95 and watched this community grow! It’s quiet and the neighbors look out for each other "
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  • Cmstolting
    "Need car to get around. If you live close to downtown then you’ll be surrounded by students. I live 15min away and live by mostly professionals"
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  • Albertinap1
    "No sidewalks. No parking. Stray animals. People don’t like dogs. Not safe. The railroad holds for long periods of time at crossings. "
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  • Melo K.
    "MLK parades Church events School events that’s pretty much all. Everything else is done on other side of town. "
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  • Raf2590
    "The neighborhood is kid friendly. All neighbors look out for each other. It’s quiet. ................."
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  • Vickie H.
    "City curfew for 17 and under, not really safe, crime rate is high. Most neighborhoods well kept. No youth activity centers. Consist of mostly lower income housing and lower priced homes."
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  • Kim H.
    "I've lived in this neighborhood for 25 years. I love my neighbors. the neighborhood association is active. there are two churches & a school. it's convenient."
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  • Jay
    "This neighborhood is ok for college style living. I wouldn't recommend it for anything other than that though. Pricing is decent but you get what you pay for."
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  • MaudE
    "I have owned a house here for over 20 years. I keep an apartment in it, and rent out the other spaces. Druid City Historic District, beautiful old houses and quiet safe streets. People are friendly but not nosey. Perfect location, 15 min walk to UA football games, 5 min walk to Government Plaza. Amphitheater, River Market, all the downtown restaurants and bars nearby. Queen City has joined UA campus, downtown, and river commerce for the nearly 200 years Tuscaloosa has been here."
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  • Zaphod Beeblebrox
    "A bunch of very ignorant people live here. They're so primitive they think digital watches are a pretty neat thing."
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  • Kelliewalsh1212
    "The University fo Alabama is pretty cool. It’s loud, but fun. I have grown out of it. Great for when you are in college"
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Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
May 9, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$1,500
Apr 11, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$1,500
Oct 2, 2023
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
Sep 30, 2023
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$1,295
Sep 22, 2023
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved

Frequently asked questions about 5997 73rd Pl E

  • What is 5997 73rd Pl E estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 5997 73rd Pl E in Cottondale, AL is $235,900.
  • Is Cottondale a buyer's or seller's market?
    Cottondale is currently a buyer's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Cottondale?
    The median sale price in Cottondale is $259K. That is down $700 from the prior month.
  • What do residents say about Cottondale?
    Residents describe Cottondale, AL as well-kept, easy to park in, and dog-friendly. Most residents say you need a car. See recently sold homes in Cottondale, AL.
  • Does 5997 73rd Pl E have air conditioning?
    Yes, 5997 73rd Pl E in Cottondale, AL has air conditioning.
  • Does 5997 73rd Pl E have a garage?
    Yes, 5997 73rd Pl E in Cottondale, AL has a garage.

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