Recreational & Residential Land for Sale in Helena, Alabama

This 12.3 +/- acre tract in Jefferson County, Alabama offers a hard to find mix of privacy and convenience. Located in the Shades Mountain area between Helena and Bessemer, and adjoining the Sterling Lakes subdivision, it lets you stay close to town while enjoying a larger, quieter property. There is no HOA, and the land is unrestricted county property, so buyers work within county requirements instead of subdivision rules. Access is from Sterling Lakes through a deeded easement from Sterling Estates Dr, Helena, AL, with a flexible/movable easement through the property serving landowners to the south. The tract is currently undeveloped, giving you the freedom to plan how and where to build. Many homesites are available, making this a good fit for a single homesite, family compound, or small recreational setup. The property is served by Jefferson County schools: Greenwood Elementary, McAdory Middle School, and McAdory High School. Power, water, high speed internet, and county trash service are believed to already onsite, which simplifies the transition from purchase to construction and everyday living. An additional benefit is about 400 feet of private access to a pond shared with adjacent landowners. This pond frontage adds an easy place to relax outdoors, fish, or simply enjoy the view as part of your everyday routine. Key features: • 12.3 +/- acres of undeveloped, unrestricted county land in Jefferson County, Alabama • No HOA • Jefferson County Parcel # 42-00-22-4-000-001.002 • Shades Mountain area between Helena and Bessemer, adjacent to Sterling Lakes subdivision • Close to town and everyday amenities while offering a quieter, larger tract • Jefferson County school zones: Greenwood Elementary, McAdory Middle School, McAdory High School • Power, water, high speed internet, and county trash service onsite • Approximately 400 feet of private access to a shared pond • Access from Sterling Lakes via deeded easement, plus flexible easement serving southern adjacent landowners • Multiple homesites suitable for a primary residence, family compound, or small recreational parcel, subject to applicable regulations Jefferson County, Alabama Parcel # 42-00-22-4-000-001.002