Welcome to Historic Stonecroft, circa 1923a truly remarkable private estate enclave nestled on approximately 2.5 wooded acres atop Shades Mountain. This extraordinary property encompasses three private Tudor Revival residences, creating a rare combination of historic significance, architectural beauty, privacy, and income-producing potential. Rich in history and meticulously preserved, the estate is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the Alabama Register of Landmarks & Heritage, and the Jefferson County Historical Register. The sandstone manor house is the crown jewel of Stonecroft. Inside, the home retains an exceptional collection of original architectural details, including beautifully crafted millwork, 10-foot ceilings on the main level, 9-foot ceilings upstairs, white oak flooring, pocket doors, leaded-glass windows, original light fixtures, steam heat, and 8 wood-burning fireplaces. Throughout the grounds are tangible reminders of Stonecroft’s past.
As the MLS and public records start to fill up, we'll list the details here.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
6
Baths
4
Stories
3
Lot width
170 ft.
Lot depth
200 ft.
Lot size
0.94 Acres
Year renovated
1971
Finished Sq. Ft.
5,504
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
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Total Sq. Ft.
5,504
Year built
1920
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Jefferson County
APN
29 00 26 4 007 004.001
Parking Spaces
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Basement
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Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 27, 2026.
E-2
Single-Family Estate District
To provide low density, open space and privacy for single-family housing, from other uses except those which are compatible with the character of this district.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
No uses permitted by right
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
5 days above 107° expected this year, 12 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
27% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
6 unhealthy days expected this year, 6 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Birmingham, AL • 35226
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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Sun exposure
90/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Birmingham. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.5 hrs
6.5 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 1453 Shades Crest Rd
$1,146,564
$53K under list price of $1.20M
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The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $553K to $1.3M.