With historic charm, modern updates & a prime location by Triangle Park, this Forest Park home is a true must see! Lovely main level with welcoming foyer that leads to a formal living room with adjoining keeping room, each with a gas fireplace. Arches and gleaming hardwoods carry you through to the dining room, which is primed for entertaining friends & family around the holidays. An adorable breakfast room w/original built-ins leads to the kitchen, which has been updated with marble countertops & stainless steel appliances. Off the kitchen, you'll find a fabulous family room with fireplace & built-ins. Upstairs, you'll love the master suite with attached sitting room, cedar closet & large bathroom with walk-in shower & soaking tub. Two BRs upstairs share a jack & jill bathroom, while the 4th has a private ensuite.Outside, the back patio is the perfect place to relax & you'll love utilizing the fire pit area! Amazing space to garden.detached garage & parking pad w/alley access in back.
Sold for $900,000 on 12/22/25
$900,000
815 Essex Rd, Birmingham, AL 35222
4beds
4,424sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1929
0.42 Acres Lot
$900,700 Zestimate®
$203/sqft
$2,449 Estimated rent
Home value
$900,700
$856,000 - $946,000
$2,449/mo
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: December 29, 2025 at 10:14am
Listed by:
Carey Martin Donaldson cmhd@realtysouth.com,
RealtySouth-MB-Cahaba Rd
Bought with:
Langston Hereford
RealtySouth-MB-Crestline
Source: GALMLS,MLS#: 21434468
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom 1
- Level: Second
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
Primary bathroom
- Level: Second
Bathroom 1
- Level: First
Bathroom 3
- Level: Second
Dining room
- Level: First
Family room
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Features: Stone Counters, Butlers Pantry
- Level: First
Living room
- Level: First
Basement
- Area: 772
Office
- Level: Second
Heating
- Electric, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Gas Cooktop, Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Upper Level, Laundry Closet, Laundry (ROOM), Yes
Features
- Recessed Lighting, High Ceilings, Crown Molding, Smooth Ceilings, Soaking Tub, Tub/Shower Combo, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
- Doors: French Doors
- Basement: Partial,Unfinished,Block
- Attic: Pull Down Stairs,Yes
- Number of fireplaces: 3
- Fireplace features: Gas Log, Masonry, Den, Family Room, Living Room, Gas
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 4,424 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 4,424
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Off Street, On Street, Garage Faces Rear
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: 2+ story
- Patio & porch: Open (PATIO), Patio
- Exterior features: Lighting
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Fenced
- Has view: Yes
- View description: None
- Waterfront features: No
Lot
- Size: 0.42 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 2300321010005.000
- Special conditions: N/A
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Basement
Condition
- Year built: 1929
Utilities & green energy
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Sewer Connected
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Security System
Location
- Region: Birmingham
- Subdivision: Forest Park
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/22/2025 | Sold | $900,000-21.7%$203/sqft |
Source:  GALMLS #21434468 | ||
| 11/24/2025 | Contingent | $1,150,000$260/sqft |
Source: GALMLS #21434468 | ||
| 10/21/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,150,000+369.4%$260/sqft |
Source:  RealtySouth #21434468 | ||
| 11/1/1989 | Sold | $245,000$55/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,595 | $100,620 |
| 2024 | $6,595 -8.7% | $100,620 |
| 2023 | $7,223 | $100,620 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Forest Park
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Avondale Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 1/10We Putnam Middle School-MagnetGrades: 6-8Distance: 3.1 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
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