Off market dec 2025 for $900K

$1,269,897

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $6,784/mo

•

4,424

sq ft

815 Essex Rd, Birmingham, AL 35222

About this home

With historic charm, modern updates & a prime location by Triangle Park, this Forest Park home is a true must see! Lovely main level with welcoming foyer that leads to a formal living room with adjoining keeping room, each with a gas fireplace. Arches and gleaming hardwoods carry you through to the dining room, which is primed for entertaining friends & family around the holidays. An adorable breakfast room w/ original built-ins leads to the kitchen, which has been updated with marble countertops & stainless steel appliances. Off the kitchen, you'll find a fabulous family room with fireplace & built-ins. Upstairs, you'll love the master suite with attached sitting room, cedar closet & large bathroom with walk-in shower & soaking tub. Two BRs upstairs share a jack & jill bathroom, while the 4th has a private ensuite. Outside, the back patio is the perfect place to relax & you'll love utilizing the fire pit area! Amazing space to garden. detached garage & parking pad w/ alley access in back.

Single-familyProperty Type

1927Year Built

0.42 acresLot Size

$287Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by Carey Martin Donaldson • RealtySouth-MB-Cahaba Rd

Bought with Langston Hereford • RealtySouth-MB-Crestline

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•Source:Greater Alabama MLS #21434468

$1,503,230

Updated Oct 22, 2026

Based on recent home sales selected by the homeowner.

SOLD SEP 24, 2026
3514 Cliff Rd S, Birmingham, AL 35205
$1,350,000 Last sold price
A
4 beds3.5 baths3,270 sq ft
3514 Cliff Rd S, Birmingham, AL 35205
SOLD APR 17, 2026
732 Linwood Rd, Birmingham, AL 35222
$1,580,000 Last sold price
B
4 beds3.5 baths4,529 sq ft
732 Linwood Rd, Birmingham, AL 35222
SOLD NOV 18, 2025
4603 Clairmont Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35222
$1,500,000 Last sold price
C
3 beds3.5 baths3,282 sq ft
4603 Clairmont Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35222
SOLD OCT 13, 2026
803 Essex Rd, Birmingham, AL 35222
$2,100,000 Last sold price
D
2 beds2.5 baths2,465 sq ft
803 Essex Rd, Birmingham, AL 35222
SOLD AUG 28, 2026
4303 Clairmont Ave, Birmingham, AL 35222
$1,550,000 Last sold price
E
5 beds3.5 baths3,486 sq ft
4303 Clairmont Ave, Birmingham, AL 35222

Redfin Estimate

$1,269,897

$370K since sold in December 2025$19K since October

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This home's estimate is 8.7% higher than the average sale price ($1.17M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD OCT 30, 2026
$1,205,000
A
4 beds3.5 baths3,500 sq ft
942 Linwood Rd, Birmingham, AL 35222
SOLD AUG 28, 2026
$1,550,000
B
5 beds3.5 baths3,486 sq ft
4303 Clairmont Ave, Birmingham, AL 35222
SOLD OCT 30, 2026
$850,000
C
5 beds3.5 baths4,052 sq ft
938 Conroy Rd, Birmingham, AL 35222
SOLD AUG 10, 2026
$850,000
D
4 beds2.5 baths3,130 sq ft
744 Linwood Rd, Birmingham, AL 35222
SOLD OCT 2, 2026
$1,620,000
E
4 beds3.5 baths5,963 sq ft
4141 Crescent Rd, Birmingham, AL 35222
SOLD AUG 5, 2026
$935,000
F
4 beds3.5 baths4,776 sq ft
1134 Glen View Rd, Birmingham, AL 35222

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Market trends in 35222, AL

Last updated October 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-list price

103.3%

+1.0% MoM

Median sale price

$400K

$15K MoM

Avg. days on market

37d

0 days MoM

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Sale history for 815 Essex Rd

Tax history for 815 Essex Rd

*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

Baths

3.5

Stories

Lot width

93 ft.

Lot depth

200 ft.

Lot size

18,295

Year renovated

1927

Sq. Ft.

4,424

Year built

1927

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Jefferson County

APN

23 00 32 1 010 005.000

Parking Spaces

Basement

Yes

Accessible

HOA Dues

—

Garage

Yes

Features

Views

Last updated by owner on Oct 11, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Garage Entry Location: Rear
Detached, Off Street Parking, On Street Parking
# of Total Garage Spaces: 2
# of Garage Spaces Main Level: 2

Interior

Virtual Tour

Bathroom Information
Bedroom/Bathroom Features: Garden Tub, Tub/Shower Combo, Walk-In Closets
# of Baths (Full): 3
# of Baths (1/2): 1

Room Information
Concatenated Rooms: |Living1|DiningRoom1|GreatRoom1|Den1|Kitchen1|HalfBath1|Laundry2|Office2|MasterBR2|MasterBath2|Bedroom2|FullBath2|Bedroom2|Bedroom2|FullBath2|
Kitchen Countertops: Stone (KIT)
Has Laundry
Laundry Features: Washer Hookup
Laundry Dryer Hookup: Dryer-Electric
Attic: Pull-Down
Attic: Yes
Partial Basement
Basement Status: All Unfinished
Basement Type: Concrete Block
Laundry Space: Closet
Laundry Location: Laundry (Upper Level)
Rooms at Level 1: Den/Family (LVL 1), Dining Room (LVL 1), Great Room (LVL 1), Half Bath (LVL 1), Kitchen (LVL 1), Living (LVL 1)
Rooms at Level 2+: Bedroom (LVL 2+), Full Bath (LVL 2+), Laundry (LVL 2+), Master Bath (LVL 2+), Master Bedroom (LVL 2+), Office/Study (LVL 2+)
Rooms: Bedroom, Den/Family, Dining Room, Full Bath, Great Room, Half Bath, Kitchen, Laundry, Master Bath, Master Bedroom, Office/Study
Room 1: Living
Room 1 Level: 1
Room 2: Dining Room
Room 2 Level: 1
Room 3: Great Room
Room 3 Level: 1
Room 4: Den/Family
Room 4 Level: 1
Room 5: Kitchen
Room 5 Level: 1
Room 6: Half Bath
Room 6 Level: 1
Room 7: Laundry
Room 7 Level: 2
Room 8: Office/Study
Room 8 Level: 2
Room 9: Master Bedroom
Room 9 Level: 2
Room 10: Master Bath
Room 10 Level: 2
Room 11: Bedroom
Room 11 Level: 2
Room 12: Full Bath
Room 12 Level: 2
Room 13: Bedroom
Room 13 Level: 2
Room 14: Bedroom
Room 14 Level: 2
Room 15: Full Bath
Room 15 Level: 2

Interior Features
HVAC Total Area: 4,424
Living Area (main+upper): 4,424
Unfinished Basement Sq.Ft.: 772
Upper Level Sq.Ft.: 2,038
Main Level Sq.Ft.: 2,386
Tri-Level: No
Split Level: No
Split Foyer: No
Ceilings: 9 Ft. +, Crown Molding, Smooth Ceilings
Floors: Hardwood, Tile Floor
Interior Features: French Doors, Recess Lighting, Security System
Kitchen Equipment: Cooktop-Gas, Dishwasher Built-In, Oven-Electric, Refrigerator, Some Stainless Appl
Kitchen Features: Butlers Pantry
# of Fireplaces: 3
Fireplace Type: Gas
Fireplace Location: Den, Family Room, Living Room
Fireplace Details: Masonry, Gas Logs

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Electric, 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: Basement
Garden/Patio: No
Decks: No

Property Information
Parcel ID: 23-00-32-1-010-005.000
Sq.Ft. Source: Per Tax Report
Historic Register: Yes
Construction: 4 Side Brick

Lot Information
Flood Plain: No
Lot View: No

Land Information
# of Acres: 0.42

Subdivision Information
Subdivision (automatch): FOREST PARK

Financial

Tax Information
Tax District: BIRMINGHAM

Utilities

Utility Information
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
Minor Subdivision: FOREST PARK
Driving Directions: Home is by the triangle park on Essex

Public facts

Beds: 5
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 4,424
Stories: 2.5
Parking Spaces: 6
Basement: Yes
Accessible: No
Lot Size: 0.42 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1927
Year Renovated: 1927
County: Jefferson County
APN: 23 00 32 1 010 005.000
HOA Dues: —
Garage: Yes
Features: Views

Home facts updated by owner on Oct 11, 2026

Other

Listing Information
Activation Date: 2025-10-21
Off Market Status Date: 2025-10-22
LVT Date: 2025-10-21
Price Per SQFT: 203.44

Around this home

Schools

K - 12
Preschool & daycare

Avondale Elementary School

Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi

7/10

W.E. Putnam Middle School-Magnet

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 3.0mi

2/10

Woodlawn High School-Magnet

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.0mi

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

6/10 Heat Factor

6 days above 106° expected this year, 15 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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Estimated sale price

$1.21M – $1.46M

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Home values near 815 Essex Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
844 Essex Rd, Birmingham, AL 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 3268 Sq. Ft.	$937,432
901 Essex Rd, Birmingham, AL 3 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3389 Sq. Ft.	$1,530,870
807 Essex Rd, Birmingham, AL 3 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$1,236,183
811 Essex Rd, Birmingham, AL 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3628 Sq. Ft.	$2,082,808
829 Conroy Rd, Birmingham, AL 1 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1012 Sq. Ft.	$873,199
825 Conroy Rd, Birmingham, AL 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2739 Sq. Ft.	$1,222,009
4334 Clairmont Ave S, Birmingham, AL 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2392 Sq. Ft.	$1,002,016

Address	Redfin Estimate
826 Essex Rd, Birmingham, AL 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 3168 Sq. Ft.	$766,835
803 Essex Rd, Birmingham, AL 2 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2465 Sq. Ft.	$1,897,162
827 Essex Rd, Birmingham, AL 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 3066 Sq. Ft.	$1,087,633
900 Essex Rd, Birmingham, AL 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 3184 Sq. Ft.	$1,210,152
805 Conroy Rd, Birmingham, AL 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2922 Sq. Ft.	$919,867
900 Conroy Rd, Birmingham, AL 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2655 Sq. Ft.	$873,127
4340 Clairmont Ave S, Birmingham, AL 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$1,194,577

Address	Redfin Estimate
818 Essex Rd, Birmingham, AL 4 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 4047 Sq. Ft.	$1,486,100
810 Essex Rd, Birmingham, AL 1 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 210 Sq. Ft.	$1,029,531
833 Essex Rd, Birmingham, AL 5 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 4564 Sq. Ft.	$1,517,916
833 Conroy Rd, Birmingham, AL 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 2580 Sq. Ft.	$716,036
819 Conroy Rd, Birmingham, AL 3 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3142 Sq. Ft.	$1,154,150
908 Conroy Rd, Birmingham, AL 5 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 4145 Sq. Ft.	$1,161,668
4342 Clairmont Ave S, Birmingham, AL 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 3263 Sq. Ft.	$1,199,865

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