Welcome to the most charming historic cottage located within the coveted Roebuck Springs National Historic District with serious secret garden vibes. Inviting front porch is perfect for a peaceful morning, and large back deck just right for cookouts and evenings outside. This is a spacious 3 bed 2 bath home with additional den off the kitchen with 2nd fireplace. The more than 3/4 acre lot features fruit trees, raised gardens and too many beautiful, intentionally planted flowers to list. Brand new roof, new interior and exterior paint. * Open house Sunday 10/2 from 2-4pm *
Single-familyProperty Type
1924Year Built
0.8 acresLot Size
$143Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by James Rodgers• Keller Williams Homewood
Bought with Rebecca Hardwick Palasota• LAH Sotheby's International Realty Mountain Brook
Built in 1924 and located in the National Historic District of Roebuck Springs, this historic charmer evokes the feeling of an English cottage, surrounded by lush landscaping. The covered front porch is meant for spending time waving at passers by and welcoming friends. One level living includes living/dining combo with fireplace, den with fireplace, kitchen plus 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms plus a covered outdoor patio. Backyard features fruit trees and raised garden beds. If the cottage lifestyle is your desire. .. you have found it!
Greater Alabama MLS #1
Nov 2, 2018
Price Changed
$215,500
$124/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 20, 2011
Sold
$150,000
$86/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 18, 2005
Sold
$74,900
$43/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 6, 2002
Sold
$100,000
$57/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,735 (−1.0%)
2024
$1,752 (+32.3%)
2023
$1,325 (−12.4%)
2022
$1,512 (+46.1%)
2021
$1,035
2020
$1,035
2019
$1,035 (+35.5%)
2018
$763
2017
$763
2016
$763 (+5.7%)
2013
$722
Tax history for 511 Valley Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,735 (−1.0%)
2024
$1,752 (+32.3%)
2023
$1,325 (−12.4%)
2022
$1,512 (+46.1%)
2021
$1,035
2020
$1,035
2019
$1,035 (+35.5%)
2018
$763
2017
$763
2016
$763 (+5.7%)
2013
$722
*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
3
Baths
1.5
Stories
1
Lot width
115 ft.
Lot depth
303 ft.
Lot size
0.8 Acres
Year renovated
2011
Sq. Ft.
1,744
Year built
1924
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Jefferson County
APN
23 00 01 3 010 020.000
Parking Spaces
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Basement
—
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.
D1
Single-Family District
The D-1 districts are designed to allow for single-family residential development at a variety of densities, these districts may be applied to preserve the character of developed residential areas that are predominately single-family in nature and recommended to remain so by the comprehensive plan. Uses in these districts include: single-family homes, schools, churches, and neighborhood-serving public uses.
Driving Directions: From 59 toward Gadsden, take 4th Ave South exit. Go straight across 4th onto Cumberland. Pass Church, right on Valley Road. House on right.
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,744
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.8 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1924
Year Renovated: 2011
County: Jefferson County
APN: 23 00 01 3 010 020.000
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 27, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Activation Date: 2022-09-30
LVT Date: 2022-09-30
Price Per SQFT: 163.42
Around this home
Schools
Christian School
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 0.7mi
9/10
Huffman High School-Magnet
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.5mi
2/10
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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
7 days above 105° expected this year, 18 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
27% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
5/10 Air Factor
7 unhealthy days expected this year, 9 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Birmingham, AL • 35206
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9 hours in
June and 4.8 hours in December, placing it below the
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Estimated sale price
$237,000 – $287,000
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