Charming Chalet-Style Cottage in Bluff Park Welcome to this beautifully designed 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath chalet-style cottage in the heart of Bluff Park, Hoover—one of Birmingham’s most sought-after communities. With two primary suites, updated kitchen appliances, and over 3,600 sq ft of living space, this home offers comfort, flexibility, and style. Enjoy a bright sunroom off the kitchen, a large family room with a wood-burning fireplace, and a detached garage with workshop—perfect for extra storage or hobbies. Located near top-rated Bluff Park schools, local parks, and community churches, this property combines space, convenience, and neighborhood charm. With just a few finishing touches, it’s easy to make this Bluff Park home your own.
For sale
Price cut: $21K (2/20)
$478,000
2016 Chapel Rd, Birmingham, AL 35226
4beds
3,600sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1960
0.39 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$133/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Detached garage with workshopChalet-style cottageUpdated kitchen appliancesTwo primary suites
- 43 days |
- 2,217 |
- 69 |
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: March 19, 2026 at 07:24pm
Listed by:
TJ Cunningham 2054705101,
eXp Realty, LLC Central,
Gusty Gulas 205-218-7560,
eXp Realty, LLC Central
Source: GALMLS,MLS#: 21444166
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom, Dining Room, Bathroom, Half Bath (ROOM), Kitchen, Master Bathroom, Master Bedroom, Sunroom (ROOM)
Primary bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom 1
- Level: First
Bedroom 2
- Level: First
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
Primary bathroom
- Level: Second
Bathroom 1
- Level: First
Dining room
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Features: Butcher Block, Breakfast Bar, Eat-in Kitchen, Pantry
- Level: First
Living room
- Level: First
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Stove-Gas, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Main Level, Laundry Closet, Laundry (ROOM), Yes
Features
- None, Crown Molding, Smooth Ceilings, Linen Closet, Separate Shower, Tub/Shower Combo, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Windows: Window Treatments
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Attic: Other,Yes
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Brick (FIREPL), Family Room, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 3,600 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,600
- Finished area below ground: 0
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Detached, Driveway, Garage Faces Side
- Garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: 2+ story
- Patio & porch: Open (PATIO), Patio
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Fenced
- Has view: Yes
- View description: None
- Waterfront features: No
Lot
- Size: 0.39 Acres
- Features: Interior Lot, Few Trees
Details
- Additional structures: Storage
- Parcel number: 3900093002003.000
- Special conditions: N/A
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
Condition
- Year built: 1960
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Underground Utilities
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Bluff Park
Location
- Region: Birmingham
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $133/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $408,600
- Annual tax amount: $2,851
- Price range: $478K - $478K
- Date on market: 2/20/2026
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/20/2026 | Price change | $478,000-4.2%$133/sqft |
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| 12/22/2025 | Price change | $499,000-5%$139/sqft |
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| 11/5/2025 | Price change | $525,000-6.3%$146/sqft |
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| 10/22/2025 | Price change | $560,000-2.6%$156/sqft |
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| 9/11/2025 | Price change | $575,000-4%$160/sqft |
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| 8/27/2025 | Listed for sale | $599,000+78.8%$166/sqft |
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| 1/20/2023 | Sold | $335,000-1.5%$93/sqft |
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| 1/7/2023 | Contingent | $340,000$94/sqft |
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| 11/30/2022 | Listed for sale | $340,000$94/sqft |
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| 11/16/2022 | Contingent | $340,000$94/sqft |
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| 10/21/2022 | Price change | $340,000-2.9%$94/sqft |
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| 9/8/2022 | Listed for sale | $350,000+6.1%$97/sqft |
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| 5/13/2021 | Sold | $330,000-5.4%$92/sqft |
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| 12/29/2020 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 10/2/2020 | Price change | $349,000-10.3%$97/sqft |
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| 9/29/2020 | Listed for sale | $389,000+116.1%$108/sqft |
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| 10/31/2016 | Sold | $180,000$50/sqft |
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| 9/21/2016 | Price change | $180,000-7.7%$50/sqft |
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| 8/3/2016 | Price change | $195,000-9.3%$54/sqft |
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| 5/1/2016 | Listed for sale | $215,000+43.4%$60/sqft |
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| 7/22/1999 | Sold | $149,900$42/sqft |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,851 +7.1% | $40,000 +7% |
| 2024 | $2,662 +3.3% | $37,400 +3.2% |
| 2023 | $2,578 +9.8% | $36,240 +9.6% |
| 2022 | $2,349 +14.5% | $33,080 +14.1% |
| 2021 | $2,051 +30.8% | $28,980 +29.8% |
| 2020 | $1,567 | $22,320 |
| 2019 | $1,567 +25.2% | $22,320 +24.1% |
| 2018 | $1,252 +11.7% | $17,980 +11.1% |
| 2017 | $1,122 +5.7% | $16,180 +5.5% |
| 2016 | $1,061 | $15,340 |
| 2015 | $1,061 -8.6% | $15,340 +0.8% |
| 2014 | $1,160 -3.9% | $15,220 |
| 2013 | $1,207 | $15,220 -8.5% |
| 2012 | $1,207 -4.8% | $16,629 -4.8% |
| 2011 | $1,268 | $17,460 |
| 2010 | $1,268 | $17,460 |
| 2009 | $1,268 -1.4% | $17,460 -1.4% |
| 2008 | $1,285 +0.8% | $17,700 +0.8% |
| 2007 | $1,275 +14.7% | $17,560 +14.8% |
| 2006 | $1,111 +3% | $15,300 +3% |
| 2005 | $1,079 +23.8% | $14,860 -36.1% |
| 2004 | $871 +3.3% | $23,240 +3.2% |
| 2003 | $844 +13.3% | $22,520 +119.5% |
| 2002 | $745 | $10,260 |
| 2001 | $745 | $10,260 |
| 2000 | $745 | $10,260 |
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BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$2,647/mo
Principal & interest
$2404
Property taxes
$243
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 35226
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Bluff Pk Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.9 mi
- 10/10Ira F Simmons Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.6 mi
- 8/10Hoover High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Bluff Park
- Middle: Simmons, Ira F
- High: Hoover
Source: GALMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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