The most distinctive cottage, that no visitor will forget! This charming home (ca. 1910) is located in historic Forest Park and is just steps to Avondale Park. The large living room opens to formal dining room and both are filled with natural light through tall windows. An efficiently designed kitchen offers views of the pea gravel rear patio and garden (very private). Spacious primary bedroom suite features an updated bathroom. 9'10" foot tall ceilings, original millwork, doors and pine floors all add to the charm. Enjoy the deep front porch that runs the length of the front facade. Fresh exterior paint 2025, roof replaced 2021, HVAC +/- 5 years old. This special offering is the perfect alternative to a condominium. Minutes to UAB, downtown and numerous shops and restaurants and Avondale entertainment district.
Sold for $233,000
$233,000
708 40th St S, Birmingham, AL 35222
1beds
916sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1910
3,049.2 Square Feet Lot
$272,000 Zestimate®
$254/sqft
$925 Estimated rent
Home value
$272,000
$239,000 - $307,000
$925/mo
Zestimate® history
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What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: April 30, 2025 at 09:24am
Listed by:
Steve Buchanan SBUCHANAN@REALTYSOUTH.COM,
RealtySouth-MB-Cahaba Rd
Bought with:
Deedee Martini
LPT Realty LLC
Source: GALMLS,MLS#: 21411028
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: First
Primary bathroom
- Level: First
Dining room
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Features: Laminate Counters
- Level: First
Living room
- Level: First
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Central, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric, Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances
- Included: Gas Cooktop, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stove-Electric, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Main Level, Other, Yes
Features
- None, High Ceilings, Shared Bath
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
- Windows: Window Treatments
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Attic: Other,Yes
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Masonry, Bedroom, Living Room, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 916 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 916
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway, Off Street, Parking (MLVL)
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Open (PATIO), Patio, Porch
- Pool features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: None
- Waterfront features: No
Lot
- Size: 3,049 sqft
- Features: Corner Lot, Irregular Lot, Few Trees, Subdivision
Details
- Additional structures: Storage
- Parcel number: 2300322012001.001
- Special conditions: N/A
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
Condition
- Year built: 1910
Utilities & green energy
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Sewer Connected
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Thermostat
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Park, Playground, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Curbs
Location
- Region: Birmingham
- Subdivision: Forest Park
Other
Other facts
- Price range: $233K - $233K
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/25/2025 | Listing removed | $900$1/sqft |
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| 7/2/2025 | Listed for rent | $900-10%$1/sqft |
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| 7/2/2025 | Listing removed | $1,000$1/sqft |
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| 4/24/2025 | Listed for rent | $1,000$1/sqft |
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| 4/17/2025 | Listing removed | $1,000$1/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,828 | $26,200 |
| 2024 | $1,828 +3.6% | $26,200 +3.5% |
| 2023 | $1,764 +3% | $25,320 +2.9% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Forest Park
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Avondale Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.1 mi
- 1/10We Putnam Middle School-MagnetGrades: 6-8Distance: 3.4 mi
- 1/10Woodlawn High School-MagnetGrades: 9-12Distance: 2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Avondale
- Middle: Putnam, W E
- High: Woodlawn
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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Estimated market value$272,000
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Estimated market value
$272,000