Stunning 5BR/4.5BA 4-side brick home in the prestigious Riverchase community, zoned for award-winning Hoover schools! This 6311 ft² 2-story home sits on a private 0.55-acre lot overlooking the 10th hole of Riverchase CC Golf Course & features 120+ feet of waterfront on Riverchase Lake. Enjoy the serene backyard oasis w/ full-width wood deck, covered patio, gazebo, firepit, fountain, draped w/ Japanese Maples & Magnolias. Inside, find 2 gas fireplaces, spacious kitchen w/ Corian countertops, breakfast bar, & dining room & sunroom with lake views. Large laundry room also features Corian counters, utility sink & storage. Main-level primary suite includes dual vanities, jetted tub, separate shower, & two walk-in closets. Finished basement offers kitchenette, living area, bedroom, full bath, office, & storage. Enjoy a full home theater w/ stadium seating, 10kw Generac generator, walk-in attics, & 4-car garage. Rare opportunity for luxury and lifestyle combined!
Sold for $660,000 on 09/11/25
$660,000
1226 Lake Forest Cir, Birmingham, AL 35244
5beds
6,311sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1988
0.55 Acres Lot
$721,800 Zestimate®
$105/sqft
$4,921 Estimated rent
Owner options
What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: September 11, 2025 at 12:46pm
Listed by:
Scott Heath 205-532-3882,
ARC Realty Vestavia
Bought with:
Scott Heath
ARC Realty Vestavia
Source: GALMLS,MLS#: 21424012
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: First
Bedroom 1
- Level: Second
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
Bedroom 4
- Level: Basement
Bathroom 1
- Level: Second
Dining room
- Level: First
Family room
- Level: Basement
Kitchen
- Features: Breakfast Bar, Eat-in Kitchen, Pantry
- Level: First
Basement
- Area: 1891
Heating
- 3+ Systems (HEAT), Central, Natural Gas
Cooling
- 3+ Systems (COOL), Central Air, Electric, Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances
- Included: Electric Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Electric Oven, Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Sink, Washer Hookup, Main Level, Laundry Room, Laundry (ROOM), Yes
Features
- Central Vacuum, Multiple Staircases, Recessed Lighting, High Ceilings, Cathedral/Vaulted, Crown Molding, Smooth Ceilings, Linen Closet, Separate Shower, Double Vanity, Shared Bath, Sitting Area in Master, Tub/Shower Combo, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile, Vinyl
- Windows: Bay Window(s), Window Treatments, Double Pane Windows
- Basement: Full,Partially Finished,Block,Daylight,Bath/Stubbed
- Attic: Pull Down Stairs,Walk-In,Yes
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Brick (FIREPL), Gas Log, Great Room, Kitchen, Gas, Outside
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 6,311 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 4,420
- Finished area below ground: 1,891
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Attached, Basement, Driveway, Lower Level, Parking (MLVL), Garage Faces Front
- Attached garage spaces: 4
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: 2+ story
- Patio & porch: Covered, Patio, Porch, Covered (DECK), Open (DECK), Deck
- Exterior features: Lighting, Sprinkler System
- Pool features: None
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Bath
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Golf Course
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water
- Waterfront features: Waterfront
- Body of water: Other
- Frontage length: 120
Lot
- Size: 0.55 Acres
- Features: Few Trees, Subdivision
Details
- Additional structures: Gazebo
- Parcel number: 117350003002.009
- Special conditions: N/A
- Other equipment: Home Theater
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Basement
Condition
- Year built: 1988
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Generator
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Sewer Connected, Underground Utilities
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Thermostat, Ridge Vent
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Security System
Community
- Community features: Boats-Non Motor Only, Fishing, Golf Access, Lake, Street Lights, Golf, Curbs
Location
- Region: Birmingham
- Subdivision: Riverchase
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $356 annually
- Amenities included: Management
- Services included: Maintenance Grounds, Utilities for Comm Areas
Other
Other facts
- Road surface type: Paved
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Estimated market value
$721,800