Privacy abounds in this ONE OF A KIND home on the cliffs of historic Bluff Park in Hoover. This hillside retreat with seasonal views is a MUST SEE! This SPACIOUS 5 bdrm, 3.5 bath home has beautiful floor to ceiling windows on every floor, surrounded by trees providing privacy, full shade in summer, & sights to the horizon in winter. All located less than 15 minutes to everywhere in B'ham! This home also features 2 gas/wood burning fireplaces, 3 decks (including a private one off the master bdrm), a finished basement with a 1/2 bath, & lots of walk-in storage. There is ALSO a garage-attached "in-law suite" with floor-to-ceiling windows, living & dining areas, full bath, & kitchenette, that could also be a rental income or AMAZING entertainment area. Offering 3 FULL levels of living space across 5000+ sq. ft, this home is ready & waiting to be made into your private PARADISE. New Roof & gutter guards, appliances < 5 yrs., stairs/deck refinished & gazebo installed 2022. Being sold as is.
Sold for $449,900 on 08/30/24
$449,900
896 Shades Crest Rd, Birmingham, AL 35226
5beds
5,108sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1981
1.08 Acres Lot
$467,000 Zestimate®
$88/sqft
$4,195 Estimated rent
Home value
$467,000
$425,000 - $514,000
$4,195/mo
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: August 30, 2024 at 12:01pm
Listed by:
Kerri Davis 205-533-0090,
ARC Realty Vestavia
Bought with:
Jennifer Grostick
Keller Williams Realty Hoover
Source: GALMLS,MLS#: 21391766
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom 1
- Level: First
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
Primary bathroom
- Level: Second
Bathroom 1
- Level: First
Bathroom 3
- Level: Third
Dining room
- Level: First
Family room
- Level: Basement
Kitchen
- Level: First
Basement
- Area: 1398
Office
- Level: Basement
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas Jets
Cooling
- 3+ Systems (COOL)
Appliances
- Included: Electric Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Electric Oven, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, In Basement, Laundry Room, Yes
Features
- Multiple Staircases, Recessed Lighting, Wet Bar, High Ceilings, Cathedral/Vaulted, Crown Molding, Soaking Tub, Linen Closet, Separate Shower, Double Vanity, Sitting Area in Master, Tub/Shower Combo, Walk-In Closet(s), In-Law Floorplan
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
- Basement: Full,Partially Finished,Block,Bath/Stubbed
- Attic: Pull Down Stairs,Yes
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Gas Starter, Marble (FIREPL), Den, Great Room, Gas
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 5,108 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 4,238
- Finished area below ground: 870
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Circular Driveway, Driveway, Garage Faces Side
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: 2+ story
- Patio & porch: Covered, Patio, Porch, Covered (DECK), Open (DECK), Deck
- Pool features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: None
- Waterfront features: No
Lot
- Size: 1.08 Acres
Details
- Additional structures: Gazebo
- Parcel number: 2900343002016.001
- Special conditions: As Is
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- 3 Sides Brick, Wood Siding, Stone
- Foundation: Basement
Condition
- Year built: 1981
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Birmingham
- Subdivision: Bluff Park
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/30/2024 | Sold | $449,900$88/sqft |
Source:  GALMLS #21391766 | ||
| 7/25/2024 | Contingent | $449,900$88/sqft |
Source: GALMLS #21391766 | ||
| 7/23/2024 | Listed for sale | $449,900+18.4%$88/sqft |
Source: GALMLS #21391766 | ||
| 6/29/2018 | Sold | $380,000-4.8%$74/sqft |
Source: GALMLS #794146 | ||
| 5/26/2018 | Pending sale | $399,000$78/sqft |
Source: LAH - Hoover Branch #794146 | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,273 +1.2% | $59,580 +1.2% |
| 2024 | $4,222 +19.7% | $58,880 +19.4% |
| 2023 | $3,526 +1.8% | $49,300 +1.8% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 35226
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Shades Mt Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 1 mi
- 10/10Berry Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 6.6 mi
- 10/10Spain Park High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 6.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Shades Mountain
- Middle: Berry
- High: Spain Park
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
$467,000
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