This is your chance to own one of the earliest homes in historic Redmont! Desigend by local architect, in 1910, this home is like no other, featuring grand scale rooms, detailed millwork and oversized windows with views of valley and city lights. The formal living room, with one of two fireplaces , opens to music room and formal dining room. 10+ foot tall ceilings. A sleek fully equipped kitchen, with some new appliances, opens to a spacious family room. Front door detail is featured in the design of staircase. Second floor includes 4 large bedrooms, and exercise/laundry room and classic white tiled baths. Staircase extends to third floor attic. Deep front porch is a perfect spot for entertaining many guest. Attic and basement level offer more storage space than you can fill. New upper level HVAC. New paved driveway leads to 2 car stone garage. Homes on this almost private portion of Altamont road are rarely available. Original wood floors and hardware all add to the charm.
Single-familyProperty Type
1911Year Built
0.72 acresLot Size
$281Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Steve Buchanan• RealtySouth-MB-Cahaba Rd
Bought with Steve Buchanan• RealtySouth-MB-Cahaba Rd
VIEW OF BIRMINGHAM'S CITY SKYLINE TO THE NORTH OR SHADES VALLEY TO THE SOUTH; ORIGINALLY OWNED BY THE DEVELOPER OF BIRMINGHAM'S MOUNTAIN TERRACE IN 1906, ALTAMONT RD, & CLIFF RD, AMONG MANY OTHERS, THIS 2-STORY HOME WAS NOMINATED IN 1923 TO THE US DEPT OF INTERIOR NATIONAL PARK SERVICE NATIONAL REGISTER OF HISTORIC PLACES AND IS LISTED AS #283. FOUR BEDROOMS, 2.5 BATHS AND 2 FIREPLACES OVER A BASEMENT FOUNDATION. HARDWOODS THROUGHOUT. TAX RECORDS SHOW 2 PARCELS WITH LOT DIMENSIONS OF 100' X 310' APPROX. AND 100' X 64' APPROX. GREAT OPP. FOR LRG LOT WITH TREMENDOUS POTENTIAL AT AN OUTSTANDING PRICE.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$8,560 (+7.1%)
2024
$7,996 (+16.3%)
2023
$6,878 (−6.5%)
2022
$7,358 (+14.5%)
2021
$6,427 (+3.0%)
2020
$6,240 (+9.9%)
2019
$5,680 (+1.5%)
2018
$5,595 (+29.7%)
2017
$4,313
Tax history for 4243 Altamont Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$8,560 (+7.1%)
2024
$7,996 (+16.3%)
2023
$6,878 (−6.5%)
2022
$7,358 (+14.5%)
2021
$6,427 (+3.0%)
2020
$6,240 (+9.9%)
2019
$5,680 (+1.5%)
2018
$5,595 (+29.7%)
2017
$4,313
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Lot Description: Interior Lot, Irregular Lot, Some Trees
Land Information
# of Acres: 0.72
Subdivision Information
Subdivision (automatch): REDMONT
Financial
Tax Information
Paragon Tax ID: 01073-23-00-32-4-001-012.000
Tax District: BIRMINGHAM
Utilities
Utility Information
Energy Green Features: Ceiling Fans, Programmable Thermostat
Water Heater: Gas (WTRHTR)
Water Information: Public Water
Sewer/Septic: Connected
Location
HOA Information
Association Fee: No
School Information
AVONDALE
Elementary School: AVONDALE
Jr/Middle: PUTNAM, W E
High School: WOODLAWN
Location Details
Property Access: Paved Road, Public Road
Minor Subdivision: REDMONT
Driving Directions: East on Montclair road, turn left on Morningside, up hill veer right on Altamont and a QUICK right to upper section of Altamont OR East on Clairmont ave turn right on 42nd street, left on Cliff road after sharp curve veer left to upper Altamont road
Public facts
Beds: 6
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 4,672
Stories: 2.5
Lot Size: 0.72 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1911
Year Renovated: 1911
County: Jefferson County
APN: 23 00 32 4 001 012.000
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 27, 2026
Other
Listing Information
LVT Date: 2017-06-26
Price Per SQFT: 155.09
Around this home
Schools
Avondale Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.6mi
7/10
W.E. Putnam Middle School-Magnet
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 3.1mi
2/10
Woodlawn High School-Magnet
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.3mi
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
4 days above 106° expected this year, 11 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
Birmingham, AL • 35213
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In this area, properties receive around 9 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$1.31M – $1.58M
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