SOLD BY REDFIN DEC 9, 2021

Off market dec 2021 for $252K

$303,690

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $1,146/mo

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1,192

sq ft

1525 Shades Crest Rd, Birmingham, AL 35226

About this home

Charming one-story home on close to a half an acre lot (. 45) in the desirable neighborhood of Shades Cliff. This quaint home has been freshly painted: interior and has new carpet! The front entrance has an enclosed sunroom that leads to the front door. Experience open living spaces when entering through the front door, the living room/dining room area is open, perfect for entertaining, and has a gas fireplace with a hallway to the beds/bath. The Kitchen has a double-sink that has an area on each side to leave dishes to dry and an eat in area, very unique. Enjoy the daylight basement that has a one-car garage, washer/dryer connections, and a second bath that could be added as there is a drain line, and it already has a sink and toilet. Beautiful treed lot with slight slope in backyard. Conveniently located close to restaurants, shopping, and schools. Approximately 6.6 miles to The University of AL. Must see to fully appreciate!

Single-familyProperty Type

1957Year Built

0.45 acresLot Size

$255Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

1 car garageParking

Listed by Amy Green • Redfin Corporation

Bought with Lanna Hickman • Cedar Crest Realty

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•Source:Greater Alabama MLS #1303075

Redfin Estimate

$303,690

$51K since sold in December 2021$5,000 since September

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This home's estimate is 21.5% lower than the average sale price ($387K) of 6 comparable homes.

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A
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SOLD OCT 15, 2026
$405,000
B
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SOLD OCT 2, 2026
$420,000
C
3 beds2 baths1,425 sq ft
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SOLD FEB 27, 2026
$391,000
D
3 beds2 baths1,747 sq ft
1456 Alford Ave, Hoover, AL 35226
SOLD SEP 1, 2026
$290,000
E
3 beds2 baths1,236 sq ft
1072 Alford Ave, Hoover, AL 35226
SOLD OCT 1, 2026
$451,000
F
3 beds2 baths1,437 sq ft
1812 Mountain Woods Pl, Vestavia Hills, AL 35216

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Market trends in 35226, AL

Last updated September 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Balanced market

Sale-to-list price

99.0%

1.0% MoM

Median sale price

$460K

$15K MoM

Avg. days on market

51d

10 days MoM

Recently sold homes

175

16 MoM

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COMING SOON
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266 Shades Crest Rd, Birmingham, AL 35226
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Sale history for 1525 Shades Crest Rd

Tax history for 1525 Shades Crest Rd

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Public record
Zoning

Beds

Baths

Stories

Lot width

100 ft.

Lot depth

188 ft.

Lot size

0.43 Acres

Year renovated

1957

Sq. Ft.

1,192

Year built

1957

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Jefferson County

APN

29 00 26 4 003 003.000

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

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HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

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Last updated by owner on Oct 16, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Garage Entry Location: Side
Attached, Basement Parking, Driveway Parking, Parking (MLevel)
# of Total Garage Spaces: 1
# of Garage Spaces Basement Level: 1

Interior

Virtual Tour

Bathroom Information
Bedroom/Bathroom Features: Linen Closet, Tub/Shower Combo
# of Baths (Full): 1

Room Information
Concatenated Rooms: |Living1|DiningRoom1|Kitchen1|MasterBR1|Bedroom1|FullBath1|Bedroom1|LaundryB|
Kitchen Countertops: Solid Surface
Has Laundry
Laundry Features: Utility Sink, Washer Hookup
Laundry Dryer Hookup: Dryer-Electric
Attic: Pull-Down
Attic: Yes
Partial Basement
Basement Status: All Unfinished
Basement Type: Daylight Basement
Laundry Space: Basement Area
Laundry Location: Laundry (Basement)
Rooms at Level 1: Bedroom (LVL 1), Dining Room (LVL 1), Full Bath (LVL 1), Kitchen (LVL 1), Living (LVL 1), Master Bedroom (LVL 1)
Rooms in Basement: Laundry (LVL BSMT)
Rooms: Bedroom, Dining Room, Full Bath, Kitchen, Laundry, Master Bedroom
Room 1: Living
Room 1 Level: 1
Room 2: Dining Room
Room 2 Level: 1
Room 3: Kitchen
Room 3 Level: 1
Room 4: Master Bedroom
Room 4 Level: 1
Room 5: Bedroom
Room 5 Level: 1
Room 6: Full Bath
Room 6 Level: 1
Room 7: Bedroom
Room 7 Level: 1
Room 8: Laundry
Room 8 Level: B

Interior Features
HVAC Total Area: 1,192
Living Area (main+upper): 1,192
Unfinished Basement Sq.Ft.: 1,192
Main Level Sq.Ft.: 1,192
Tri-Level: No
Split Level: No
Split Foyer: No
Loft: No
Ceilings: Smooth Ceilings
Floors: Carpet, Tile Floor, Vinyl
Interior Features: Recess Lighting
Kitchen Equipment: Dishwasher Built-In, Oven-Electric, Refrigerator, Self-Cleaning, Stove-Electric
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type: Gas
Fireplace Location: Living Room
Fireplace Details: Brick
Window Treatments: All Remain

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Central, Forced Air, Gas Heat
Cooling: Central

Exterior

Building Information
Year Built Description: Existing

Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Porch
Waterfront: No
Pool: No
Patio: Yes
Patio Type: Covered
Log Home: No
Foundation: Basement
Garden/Patio: No
Decks: No

Property Information
Parcel ID: 29-00-26-4-003-003.000
Sq.Ft. Source: Per Tax Report
Historic Register: No
Construction: 3 Side Brick, Siding-Vinyl, Shingle

Lot Information
Flood Plain: No
Lot View: No
Lot Description: Some Trees

Land Information
# of Acres: 0.45

Subdivision Information
Subdivision (automatch): SHADES CLIFF

Financial

Tax Information
Tax District: HOOVER

Financial Information
Has Down Payment Assistance

Utilities

Utility Information
Energy Green Features: Ceiling Fans
Internet Service Provider: At&t
Has Internet Service Availability
Water Heater: Gas (WTRHTR)
Water Information: Public Water
Sewer/Septic: Septic

Location

HOA Information
Association Fee: No

School Information
SHADES MOUNTAIN
Elementary School: SHADES MOUNTAIN
Jr/Middle: BERRY
High School: SPAIN PARK

Location Details
Minor Subdivision: SHADES CLIFF
Driving Directions: From I-65N, take exit 254 onto Alford Ave. Turn right onto Alford Ave. Turn left onto Berry Rd. Turn right onto Shades Crest Rd. The house is on your right.

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,192
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.43 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1957
Year Renovated: 1957
County: Jefferson County
APN: 29 00 26 4 003 003.000

Home facts updated by county records on Oct 16, 2026

Other

Listing Information
Activation Date: 2021-11-12
LVT Date: 2021-11-12
Price Per SQFT: 211.83

Around this home

Schools

Shades Mountain Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.0mi

10/10

Berry Middle School

Public 6-12 • Assigned • 5.7mi

10/10

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Lifestyle

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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

6 days above 107° expected this year, 14 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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Birmingham, AL • 35226

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In this area, properties receive around 8.9 hours in June and 4.8 hours in December, placing it below the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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Estimated sale price

$289,000 – $350,000

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Home values near 1525 Shades Crest Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
1513 Shades Crest Rd, Birmingham, AL 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 3092 Sq. Ft.	$400,755
1527 Shades Crest Rd, Birmingham, AL 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1720 Sq. Ft.	$422,799

Address	Redfin Estimate
1517 Shades Crest Rd, Birmingham, AL 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2982 Sq. Ft.	$480,325
1529 Shades Crest Rd, Birmingham, AL 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1192 Sq. Ft.	$327,679

Address	Redfin Estimate
1601 Shades Crest Rd, Vestavia, AL 5 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2562 Sq. Ft.	$503,389
1501 Shades Crest Rd, Birmingham, AL 3 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 3036 Sq. Ft.	$497,864

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