Elegant and one of the prettiest layouts you will find with strikingly high ceilings, graceful archways & fabulous space! All of this and a gorgeous 4 bedroom, 3.5 bath home in a wonderful location adjacent to Mountain Brook but without the higher property taxes. Bright, open and airy, the great room, dining room and family room flow perfectly for entertaining. The kitchen is open to the family room, & a wall of windows offer the perfect amount of light. French doors off the great room open to a patio with a stacked-stone fireplace and a private backyard. 3 bedrooms and 2 baths are on the main level including a master suite consisting of an extra-large bedroom with a vaulted ceiling, a beautiful bathroom with a separate tub and shower and a walk-in closet that connects to the laundry room! Also on the main level are a study and a two-car garage. The upper level has a bedroom, a bathroom, a large playroom/bonus room & a walk-in attic. Sophisticated, lovely and unique. Check it out!
This is the home you've been looking for! Between 3 and 4,000 square feet per tax records, and just a few ft from Mtn Brook zoning--- possible annexation or enjoy the lower county taxes with convenience of Mountain Brook! This home has been totally renovated and shows like a dream! Large, open floor plan & very high ceilings make this a fantastic home for entertaining! Walls of HUGE windows allow lots of natural light to flow into this magnificent home which features stunning quarried marble flooring throughout main level living areas. Current owners have just completed backyard makeover and made it into an oasis- perfect for children or outdoor entertaining! HUGE master + 2 guest suites on main level plus a 4th bedroom and 3rd full bath on upper level. Master suite looks as if its been taken from the pages of Architectural Digest and is truly a rare find in this area. Chefs kitchen! Large Bonus with cozy fireplace located upstairs with 4 guest suite! this one won't last!
Public Records
Jul 11, 2013
Sold
$284,500
$74/sq ft
Greater Alabama MLS #562076
May 17, 2013
Sold
$284,500
$74/sq ft
Apr 29, 2013
Listed
$293,500
$76/sq ft
+20
Just for comps.
Greater Alabama MLS #518865
Apr 12, 2012
Sold
$170,000
$44/sq ft
Dec 28, 2011
Listed
$149,900
$39/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,346 (−1.1%)
2024
$2,372 (−1.1%)
2023
$2,398 (+37.5%)
2022
$1,745
2021
$1,745
2020
$1,745
2019
$1,745 (+2.3%)
2018
$1,706
2017
$1,706 (+0.8%)
2016
$1,692 (−52.2%)
2013
$3,541
Tax history for 3553 Branch Mill Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,346 (−1.1%)
2024
$2,372 (−1.1%)
2023
$2,398 (+37.5%)
2022
$1,745
2021
$1,745
2020
$1,745
2019
$1,745 (+2.3%)
2018
$1,706
2017
$1,706 (+0.8%)
2016
$1,692 (−52.2%)
2013
$3,541
*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
4
Baths
2.5
Stories
1.5
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.55 Acres
Year renovated
2003
Sq. Ft.
3,680
Year built
2003
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Jefferson County
APN
23 00 36 4 001 001.018
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 27, 2026.
R-1
Single-Family Residential Zone
This is a residential zone in which population density is slightly higher than in the E-1 zone, but with basic use restrictions remaining similar to those of E-1. The use of land is primarily for single-family residences and related accessory uses.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Garage Entry Location: Side
Driveway Parking, Parking (MLevel)
# of Total Garage Spaces: 2
# of Garage Spaces Main Level: 2
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
Bedroom/Bathroom Features: Garden Tub, Separate Shower, Walk-In Closets
Kitchen Features: Breakfast Bar, Eating Area, Pantry
# of Fireplaces: 2
Fireplace Type: Gas
Fireplace Location: Den, Living Room
Fireplace Details: Stone, Tile
Window Treatments: Some to Remain
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Central, Gas Heat
Cooling: Central, Electric
Exterior
Building Information
Year Built Description: Existing
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Fenced Yard, Lighting System
Waterfront: No
Pool: No
Patio: Yes
Patio Type: Open
Log Home: No
Foundation: Slab
Garden/Patio: No
Decks: No
Property Information
Parcel ID: 23-00-36-4-001-001.018
Sq.Ft. Source: Per Appraiser
Historic Register: No
Construction: 4 Side Brick, Siding-Other
Lot Information
Flood Plain: No
Lot View: No
Land Information
# of Acres: 0.55
Subdivision Information
Subdivision (automatch): CHERRY BROOK
Financial
Tax Information
Tax District: BIRMINGHAM
Utilities
Utility Information
Energy Green Features: Ceiling Fans
Water Heater: Electric (WTRHTR)
Water Information: Public Water
Sewer/Septic: Septic
Location
HOA Information
Association Fee: No
School Information
GRANTSWOOD
Elementary School: GRANTSWOOD
Jr/Middle: IRONDALE
High School: SHADES VALLEY
Location Details
Property Access: Curb and Gutters, Paved Road, Public Road
Minor Subdivision: CHERRY BROOK
Driving Directions: from Old Leeds Road turn on Mill Springs Rd. Turn left on Stone Mill Rd, turn right onto Rock Creek Trail, left on Spring Rock Rd, right on Branch Mill Rd, house on left.
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,680
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 0.55 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2003
Year Renovated: 2003
County: Jefferson County
APN: 23 00 36 4 001 001.018
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 27, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Activation Date: 2020-02-07
LVT Date: 2020-02-07
Price Per SQFT: 98.29
Around this home
Schools
Grantswood Community Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 2.7mi
8/10
Irondale Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.8mi
3/10
Shades Valley High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.6mi
6/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
6/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 107° expected this year, 19 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
27% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
5/10 Air Factor
8 unhealthy days expected this year, 10 days in 30 years
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$595,000 – $721,000
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