Don’t miss this incredible flat corner lot in Historic Roebuck Springs! This charming 3BR/2BA Cape Cod is full of character, featuring gorgeous original hardwood floors, heavy crown molding, plaster walls, and classic arched doorways. The main level offers formal living and dining rooms plus a spacious den/family room—perfect for entertaining or everyday living. Upstairs includes two bedrooms and a full bath. Step outside to a covered porch just off the kitchen, complete with a charming arbor leading to a detached 2-car garage with storage above and an additional storage area. The beautiful Alabama bluestone patio creates the perfect setting for hosting and outdoor gatherings. Convenient to UAB and downtown Birmingham, with easy access to Trussville. Schedule your showing today.
Single-familyProperty Type
1950Year Built
0.78 acresLot Size
$139Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Buster Leach• RealtySouth-OTM-Acton Rd
Bought with Jacob Dorsett• RealtySouth-MB-Cahaba Rd
Est. $1,567 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 516 Rutherford Cir
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
Greater Alabama MLS #21449634
Jun 24, 2026
Sold
$310,000
$139/sq ft
Apr 24, 2026
Contingent
—
Apr 16, 2026
Listed
$329,900
$148/sq ft
Apr 13, 2026
Coming Soon
$329,900
$148/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 29, 2021
Sold
$228,000
$102/sq ft
Greater Alabama MLS #1278886
Apr 20, 2021
Sold
$288,000
$129/sq ft
Mar 16, 2021
Contingent
—
Mar 15, 2021
Listed
$315,000
$141/sq ft
Mar 11, 2021
Coming Soon
$315,000
$141/sq ft
+43
This is the one you have been waiting on to come on the market! Beautiful move-in ready 3BR 2BA Cape Cod home situated in the heart of historical Roebuck Springs. Located on a large corner lot and featuring lovely hardwood floors, heavy crown moulding, plaster walls and arched doorways. Formal living room and dining room, eat-in kitchen, master bedroom and large multi-purpose den/family room on main level. 2 bedrooms and bath on upper level. Gazebo porch on rear of home with arbor leading to detached 2 car garage with storage above. Large workshop/shed with room enough to house riding lawn mower. Lovely Alabama Blue stone patio, front porch and steps. New roof, exterior paint and most of interior paint. Lovely landscaping with mature trees and many plantings. Show and you will sell!
Public Records
May 20, 1997
Sold
$99,500
$45/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,758
2024
$1,758 (+8.8%)
2023
$1,616 (+3.5%)
2022
$1,561 (+24.2%)
2021
$1,256
2020
$1,256
2019
$1,256 (+46.5%)
2018
$858
2017
$858
2016
$857 (+5.8%)
2013
$810
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1.7
Lot width
97 ft.
Lot depth
230 ft.
Lot size
0.51 Acres
Year renovated
1950
Sq. Ft.
2,517
Year built
1950
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Jefferson County
APN
23 00 12 2 006 008.000
Parking Spaces
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Basement
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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.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Public service
Golf related
Park & open space
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Garage Entry Location: Side
Detached, Driveway Parking, Off Street Parking, On Street Parking
Driving Directions: 59N to Exit 133 - 4th Ave S. Go straight across 4th Ave S and it becomes Cumberland. Right on Valley Road. When it ends turn left on Horner Drive then a quick right onto Ridge Road. Left on Rutherford Dr. 516 is on the corner where Rutherford Drive and Circle meet.
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,517
Stories: 1.7
Lot Size: 0.51 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1950
Year Renovated: 1950
County: Jefferson County
APN: 23 00 12 2 006 008.000
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 27, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Activation Date: 2026-04-16
LVT Date: 2026-04-16
Price Per SQFT: 138.95
Around this home
Schools
Christian School
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 0.9mi
9/10
Huffman High School-Magnet
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.8mi
2/10
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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 105° expected this year, 17 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
95/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Estimated sale price
$296,000 – $358,000
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