Off market oct 2025 for $1.4M

$1,210,152

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $9,646/mo

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2.5 ba

•

3,184

sq ft

900 Essex Rd, Birmingham, AL 35222

About this home

This 1925 French stucco home in historic Forest Park offers vintage charm with modern amenities. Its main level boasts a living room, dining room, butler’s pantry, renovated kitchen, den, sunroom, and half bath, all with hardwood floors. Upstairs, find three bedrooms, each with a full bath, along with a laundry area. The master suite features a seating area, his and her baths, a walk-in closet, and an office with porch access. Natural light floods the interior through ample windows. Outside, a patio and terraced backyard are accessed through French doors. The property includes driveway access to a detached garage, circular drive, and alley access. The garage's upper space offers potential for an apartment or studio. Don’t miss out on this blend of history and convenience!

Single-familyProperty Type

1925Year Built

0.52 acresLot Size

$380Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

Listed by Shelley Clark • Ray & Poynor Properties

Bought with Brooke Wahl • ARC Realty Mountain Brook

Source:Greater Alabama MLS #21384029

Redfin Estimate

$1,210,152

$190K since sold in October 2025$11K since October

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This home's estimate is 12.6% higher than the average sale price ($1.07M) 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 NOV 18, 2025
$1,500,000
C
3 beds3.5 baths3,282 sq ft
4603 Clairmont Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35222
SOLD FEB 20, 2026
$950,000
D
3 beds3.5 baths2,459 sq ft
925 Conroy Rd, Birmingham, AL 35222
SOLD APR 27, 2026
$783,500
E
3 beds2.5 baths3,378 sq ft
4148 Cliff Rd, Birmingham, AL 35222
SOLD JUN 26, 2026
$460,000
F
3 beds3.5 baths3,382 sq ft
4200 Clairmont Ave, 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

Recently sold homes

7 MoM

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Sale history for 900 Essex Rd

Date

Event

Price

Public Records

Oct 27, 2025

Sold

$1,400,000

$440/sq ft

Greater Alabama MLS #21384029

May 16, 2024

Sold

$1,000,000

$314/sq ft

Apr 29, 2024

Listed

$997,800

$313/sq ft

Apr 26, 2024

Coming Soon

$997,800

$313/sq ft

Public Records

May 26, 2005

Sold

$763,000

$240/sq ft

Public Records

Dec 31, 1992

Sold

$275,000

$86/sq ft

Tax history for 900 Essex Rd

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Permits

May 21, 2025 • Active

Electrical

Sep 4, 2024 • Active

Gas

Repair a gas line and perform a gas pressure test.

Gas

Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.

Property details

Interior

Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths: 2
# of 1/2 Baths: 1
# of Bathroom Fixtures: 11

Heating & Cooling
Air Conditioning Type: Central
Heating Type: Forced Air

Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type: 1 Opening
Has Fireplace

Room Information
# of Rooms: 10

Exterior

Exterior Information
Physical Condition: Good To Excellent
Foundation Type: Wood
Exterior Wall: Concrete Block/Stucco
Roof Shape Type: Gable/Hip
Building Type: Residential
Building Improvement Type: Single Family

Property Information
Subdivision Name: BHAM RTY CO 2ND
Living Sq. Ft: 3,184
Building Sq. Ft: 3,184
# of Stories: 2.5
Legal Description: LOT O BLK 16 BHAM RLTY CO 2ND ADD FOREST PARK

Parking & Garage Information
Parking Type: Concrete Block Garage
Garage/Parking Sq. Ft: 1,250
Garage / Carport Type: Concrete Block

Lot Information
# of Buildings: 1
Land Sq. Ft: 22,493
Legal Lot Number: O
Legal Block Number: 16
Municipality Name: BIRMINGHAM
Acres: 0.5164
Depth Footage: 271
Front Footage: 83
Zoning Code: R3
County Use Description: SINGLE FAMILY

Utility Information
Sewer Type: Public
Water Service Type: Public

Financial

Assessor Information
Assessment Year: 2025
Tax District County: BIRMINGHAM
Tax Area: BIRMINGHAM

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,184
Stories: 2.5
Lot Size: 0.52 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1925
Year Renovated: 1925
County: Jefferson County
APN: 23 00 32 1 009 005.000

Home facts updated by county records on Oct 16, 2026

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 • 3.1mi

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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Historical weather

Birmingham, AL • 35222

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In this area, properties receive around 9 hours in June and 4.8 hours in December, placing it below the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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Estimated sale price

$1.15M – $1.39M

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Home values near 900 Essex Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
844 Essex Rd, Birmingham, AL 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 3268 Sq. Ft.	$937,432
924 Essex Rd, Birmingham, AL 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 3477 Sq. Ft.	$1,167,525
921 Essex Rd, Birmingham, AL 4 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 2931 Sq. Ft.	$698,444
909 Essex Rd, Birmingham, AL 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2714 Sq. Ft.	$881,837
904 Essex Rd, Birmingham, AL 5 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3942 Sq. Ft.	$1,291,795
827 Essex Rd, Birmingham, AL 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 3066 Sq. Ft.	$1,087,633
900 Conroy Rd, Birmingham, AL 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2655 Sq. Ft.	$873,127

Address	Redfin Estimate
826 Essex Rd, Birmingham, AL 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 3168 Sq. Ft.	$766,835
918 Essex Rd, Birmingham, AL 4 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 4672 Sq. Ft.	$1,156,610
915 Essex Rd, Birmingham, AL 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2902 Sq. Ft.	$821,016
901 Essex Rd, Birmingham, AL 3 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3389 Sq. Ft.	$1,530,870
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
908 Conroy Rd, Birmingham, AL 5 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 4145 Sq. Ft.	$1,161,668

Address	Redfin Estimate
818 Essex Rd, Birmingham, AL 4 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 4047 Sq. Ft.	$1,486,100
910 Essex Rd, Birmingham, AL 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 3376 Sq. Ft.	$1,634,701
911 Essex Rd, Birmingham, AL 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2192 Sq. Ft.	$742,755
925 Essex Rd, Birmingham, AL 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3399 Sq. Ft.	$1,176,884
815 Essex Rd, Birmingham, AL 5 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 4424 Sq. Ft.	$1,269,897
811 Essex Rd, Birmingham, AL 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3628 Sq. Ft.	$2,082,808
920 Conroy Rd, Birmingham, AL 5 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 4551 Sq. Ft.	$876,038

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