Built in 1935, this fabulous Tudor estate home is perched upon a commanding hilltop on a quiet street offering incredible privacy and gorgeous sprawling grounds. The main house has three bedrooms and three bathrooms and the detached carriage house has a bedroom/living room, kitchenette and bathroom. Interior features in the main house has large and flowing living spaces well-appointed with pristine white original plaster walls, dentil moulding, warm wood paneling, hardwood and marble tile flooring, graceful arches, exquisite lighting, and plenty of windows. Alley access to the circular rear driveway provides plenty of off-street parking. With only four owners, the original beauty of this historic home has been lovingly maintained throughout the years with quality updates being made periodically giving it every amenity you can expect for luxurious living. Dining Room Chandelier DOES NOT REMAIN!!! No escalation clauses. Highest and best offers in by Sunday 11:00 am
Single-familyProperty Type
1935Year Built
0.68 acresLot Size
$350Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Tempie Sharley• RealtySouth-MB-Cahaba Rd
Bought with Susannah Camp• Ray & Poynor Properties
This Tudor home sits on top of Red Mountain at the intersection of Mt. Brook, Homewood and UAB/downtown. The design features fabulous sprawling grounds and amazing architectural details. With its slate roof, ivy-draped antique brick, leaded windows, Gothic arches, circular drive w/ plentiful parking, private beautiful grounds, brick patios in front & back of home, you will enjoy features that few homes in the city offer! Interior offers Gothic arches, fireplaces in the Living Room, Den & Master Bedroom, hardwood floors throughout, marble bathrooms, oversized walk-in closet, and basement w/ wine cabinet storage. The Den has raised oak-paneled walls, bookshelves, & two cedar lined closets. At the moment, the seller has combined 2 bedrooms to make an outstanding Master Bedroom Suite/Sitting area. This area could be converted back to 3 bedrooms/2 baths. The Carriage House features a bay sitting area, mini kitchen, bathroom w/ a shower & closet. This charming home is a "Dream Come True".
Public Records
Oct 30, 1991
Sold
$425,000
$149/sq ft
Public Records
May 1, 1986
Sold
$250,000
$87/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,575 (−4.6%)
2024
$6,894
2023
$6,894 (+12.2%)
2022
$6,143 (+8.8%)
2021
$5,649 (+10.9%)
2019
$5,095 (−4.5%)
2018
$5,334 (+5.2%)
2017
$5,069 (+11.2%)
2016
$4,558 (−48.3%)
2013
$8,810
Tax history for 1820 Woodcrest Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,575 (−4.6%)
2024
$6,894
2023
$6,894 (+12.2%)
2022
$6,143 (+8.8%)
2021
$5,649 (+10.9%)
2019
$5,095 (−4.5%)
2018
$5,334 (+5.2%)
2017
$5,069 (+11.2%)
2016
$4,558 (−48.3%)
2013
$8,810
*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
Permits
Beds
5
Baths
3.5
Stories
2
Lot width
118 ft.
Lot depth
280 ft.
Lot size
0.68 Acres
Year renovated
2006
Sq. Ft.
2,858
Year built
1935
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Jefferson County
APN
28 00 06 3 020 023.000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 27, 2026.
Jan 21, 2025 • Active
Gas
Work on a generator.
Gas
Generator
Jan 8, 2025 • Active
Electrical
Install a new generator.
Electrical
Generator
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Circular Drive, Driveway Parking, On Street Parking
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
Bedroom/Bathroom Features: Separate Shower, Tub/Shower Combo, Walk-In Closets
Fireplace Details: Gas Starter, Gas Logs, Marble, Stone
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Dual Systems, Forced Air, Gas Heat, Heat Pump
Cooling: Central, Heat Pump
Exterior
Building Information
Year Built Description: Existing
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Guest Quarters, Porch, Sprinkling System
Waterfront: No
Pool: No
Patio: Yes
Patio Type: Open
Log Home: No
Foundation: Basement
Garden/Patio: No
Decks: No
Property Features
Street Lights
Property Information
Parcel ID: 28-00-06-3-020-023.000
Sq.Ft. Source: Per Tax Report
Historic Register: No
Construction: 4 Side Brick, Stucco
Lot Information
Flood Plain: No
Lot View: No
Lot Description: Heavy Treed Lot, Some Trees
Land Information
# of Acres: 0.682
Subdivision Information
Subdivision (automatch): REDMONT
Financial
Tax Information
Tax District: BIRMINGHAM
Utilities
Utility Information
Energy Green Features: Ceiling Fans, Whole House Fan
Internet Service Provider: Spectrum
Has Internet Service Availability
Water Heater: Gas (WTRHTR)
Water Information: Public Water
Sewer/Septic: Connected
Location
School Information
AVONDALE
Elementary School: AVONDALE
Jr/Middle: PUTNAM, W E
High School: WOODLAWN
Location Details
Property Access: Alley, Curb and Gutters, Paved Road
Minor Subdivision: REDMONT
Driving Directions: At intersection of 21st Avenue (Diaper Row)& Highway 31 (Red Mtn. Expressway) take 20th St/Woodcrest Place (first street west of expressway) up the mountain; 20th becomes Woodcrest Rd. Turn left on Warwick then next right to the circular drive 1820
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,858
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.68 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1935
Year Renovated: 2006
County: Jefferson County
APN: 28 00 06 3 020 023.000
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 27, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Activation Date: 2022-05-12
LVT Date: 2022-05-12
Price Per SQFT: 384.88
Around this home
Schools
Avondale Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 2.0mi
7/10
W.E. Putnam Middle School-Magnet
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 5.0mi
2/10
Woodlawn High School-Magnet
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.1mi
1/10
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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
3 days above 106° expected this year, 8 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, 8 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.9 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$951,000 – $1.15M
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