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  • $779,000

    844 42nd St S, Birmingham, AL 35222

    4beds
    2,508sqft
    : 
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1910
    10,018.8 Square Feet Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $311/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    This historic Forest Park home offers features not often found at this price! Sitting just above street level, on a beautiful landscaped corner lot, this full brick home offers two living spaces and guest quarters! The large formal living room, with fireplace, opens to a cozy family room and a formal dining room. The renovated kitchen (2024) provides numerous cabinets topped with granite counters, slate floors and gas cooking. Powder room and laundry room complete the main level. 4 true bedrooms and 2 bathrooms and deep closets are found on the upper level. Guest house with full bathroom is the perfect flex space, currently used as an art studio. Enjoy easy access to rear patio or the deep covered front porch. Stone retaining walls and bluestone walkways, blend so well with landscape. Multi car parking, tall ceilings original hardwood floors and so much more. 50 year roof installed 2015, both Trane HVAC 2015, water line replaced 2020. Mins to UAB, downtown and Avondale restuarants.
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    Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago

    Listing updated: April 25, 2025 at 11:24am

    Listed by:

    Steve Buchanan SBUCHANAN@REALTYSOUTH.COM,

    RealtySouth-MB-Cahaba Rd

    Source: GALMLS,MLS#: 21416244MLS Logo
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    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 4
    • Bathrooms: 4
    • Full bathrooms: 3
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    Rooms
    • Room types: Bedroom, Den/Family (ROOM), Dining Room, Bathroom, Half Bath (ROOM), Kitchen, Master Bedroom
    Primary bedroom
    • Level: Second
    Bedroom 1
    • Level: Second
    Bedroom 2
    • Level: Second
    Bedroom 3
    • Level: Second
    Bathroom 1
    • Level: First
    Bathroom 3
    • Level: Second
    Dining room
    • Level: First
    Family room
    • Level: First
    Kitchen
    • Features: Stone Counters, Eat-in Kitchen, Pantry
    • Level: First
    Living room
    • Level: First
    Basement
    • Area: 0
    Heating
    • Central, Dual Systems (HEAT), Electric, Natural Gas
    Cooling
    • Central Air, Dual, Electric, Ceiling Fan(s)
    Appliances
    • Included: ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances, Gas Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Gas Oven, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Gas Water Heater
    • Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Main Level, Laundry Room, Laundry (ROOM), Yes
    Features
    • Recessed Lighting, High Ceilings, Crown Molding, Smooth Ceilings, Linen Closet, Shared Bath, Tub/Shower Combo, Walk-In Closet(s)
    • Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
    • Basement: Partial,Unfinished,Concrete,Rock/Stone
    • Attic: Pull Down Stairs,Yes
    • Number of fireplaces: 2
    • Fireplace features: Marble (FIREPL), Masonry, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Wood Burning
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 2,508 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 2,508
    • Finished area below ground: 0
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    Property

    Parking
    • Parking features: Driveway, Off Street, Parking (MLVL)
    • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
    Features
    • Levels: 2+ story
    • Patio & porch: Open (PATIO), Patio, Porch
    • Pool features: None
    • Has view: Yes
    • View description: None
    • Waterfront features: No
    Lot
    • Size: 10,018.8 Square Feet
    • Features: Corner Lot, Many Trees, Irregular Lot, Subdivision
    Details
    • Additional structures: Guest House
    • Parcel number: 2300322015031.000
    • Special conditions: N/A

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Brick
    • Foundation: Basement
    Condition
    • Year built: 1910

    Utilities & green energy

    • Water: Public
    • Utilities for property: Sewer Connected
    Green energy
    • Energy efficient items: Power Vent

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Features: Park, Playground, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Curbs
    • Subdivision: Forest Park
    Location
    • Region: Birmingham

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $311/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $527,100
    • Annual tax amount: $3,179
    • Price range: $779K - $779K
    • Date on market: 4/17/2025
    • Road surface type: Paved
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