Great opportunity to build your dream home or investment property on this vacant residential lot located at 9149 Zion City Rd in Birmingham, AL 35206. Zoned R-3, this property is designated for single-family residential use, making it ideal for a custom home or future development. Conveniently located with easy access to I-59, downtown Birmingham, shopping, dining, and local amenities, this lot offers both accessibility and potential. Situated in an established area, it provides a great opportunity for homeowners or builders looking to develop in the growing Birmingham market. Buyer to verify lot dimensions, utilities, zoning requirements, and any building restrictions with the appropriate authorities. Don’t miss the chance to secure land and bring your vision to life.
Brownsville Heights, located between Ensley and Pratt City, is a residential and hillside Birmingham neighborhood with a street-grid layout and long views toward the valley. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the junction of Avenue W and 19th Street, where corner storefronts, barbershops, and takeout counters set a steady, everyday rhythm. Housing leans toward modest early-to-mid-century homes with deep porches and small front yards, plus a scattering of brick apartment buildings. The terrain rises and falls, giving many blocks a tucked-away feel despite the city setting. Nearby green space and recreation hubs shape an outdoors-forward routine. Local gathering spots such as the Birmingham CrossPlex, Legion Field, and the Alabama Jazz Hall of Fame help anchor cultural life beyond the residential streets.
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Interior features
Residential surrounding area
Exterior features
Not waterfront
Paved road access
Property is one lot comprising the entire parcel
Flood plain: not in flood plain
Home design
Zoned R3
Construction
0.28 acre parcel
Utilities
No water service
Sewer available
HOA & community
No association fees
Other
Parcel ID 23-00-03-1-025-002.000
Driving directions: From Downtown Birmingham, take I-59 North toward Gadsden. Take Exit 134 for Roebuck Parkway and turn right onto Roebuck Pkwy. Continue on Roebuck Parkway and then turn left onto Zion City Rd. Follow Zion City Rd for approximately 1 mile; property is on the right.
Electricity and solar
View estimated energy costs and solar savings for this home
Sale and tax history for 9149 Zion City Rd Unit R 3
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
Greater Alabama MLS #21446147
Mar 11, 2026
Listed
$20,000
As the MLS and public records start to fill up, we'll list the details here.
Public record
Beds
—
Baths
—
Stories
—
Lot width
66 ft.
Lot depth
186 ft.
Lot size
—
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
—
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
—
Year built
—
Style
Vacant Land
County
Jefferson County
APN
23-00-03-1-025-002.000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Mar 11, 2026.
Historical weather
Birmingham, AL • 35206
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
50
30
61
40
71
48
77
55
78
61
85
68
89
72
85
68
86
64
76
53
67
46
55
37
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Sun exposure
96/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 11% for direct sun exposure in Birmingham. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.6 hrs
6.4 hrs
JuneDecember
Provided by Shadowmap
Redfin Estimate for 9149 Zion City Rd Unit R 3
$16,718
$3,282 under list price of $20K
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $22K to $69K.