Come see this charming home in the award-winning Homewood School System on a quiet street just down from Samford Univ. Tons of space in this light-filled, updated home with neutral paint colors, smooth ceilings, plantation shutters, hardwood/tile on Main level. The spacious living room features a wide cased opening that leads to the formal dining room. Master bedroom with hardwood floors & private bath with large tiled shower. Second bedroom has hardwood floors and a double-door closet. The updated hall bathroom features a tub/shower combo and linen closet. 3rd Bedroom on ML converted to a 2nd living area with French doors opening to a relaxing sunroom and the deck is just beyond for grilling. Basement is finished with new flooring, large laundry room/mixed use room & bonus room/office currently being used as a 3rd BR. Fenced large rear yard & 2 car garage. New tankless water heater. Do not miss this one! Convenient to UAB, restaurants, shopping, parks & more!
This lovely home has great curb appeal, light-filled rooms, and is loaded with charm! The spacious living room features a wide cased opening that leads to the formal dining room and both have hardwood floors and French doors opening to a relaxing sunroom and the deck beyond. It has a large master bedroom with hardwood floors, plantation shutters and a private bath. Bedroom two has hardwood floors and a nice double-door closet. The hall bathroom features a tub/shower combo and linen closet. The den on the main level also has a closet and could be easily converted back to a bedroom. The lower level features a laundry room, bonus room used as a bedroom, great storage and a two-car garage. It has a beautiful backyard with a privacy fence and is located on a perfectly charming street zoned for the award-winning Homewood schools! Come see what we mean!
Greater Alabama MLS #734519
Jan 25, 2016
Sold
$265,000
$136/sq ft
Dec 8, 2015
Contingent
—
Nov 20, 2015
Listed
$269,900
$138/sq ft
+28
Charming home in award winning Homewood School System on quiet street. Tons of space in this updated home with neutral paint colors, smooth ceilings, plantation shutters, hardwood/tile on Main level, and stainless refrigerator stays. New roof installed November 2015. 3rd Bedroom on ML converted to a 2nd eating area with french doors to sun room. Basement finished with Large laundry room and bonus room currently being used as a 3rd BR. Fenced rear yard and 2 car garage. Do not miss this one!!
Public Records
May 10, 2007
Sold
$247,500
$127/sq ft
Public Records
Jan 9, 2006
Sold
$256,000
$131/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 18, 2005
Sold
$240,000
$123/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 21, 2002
Sold
$160,000
$82/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,863 (−9.7%)
2024
$7,601 (+5.2%)
2023
$7,224 (+159.7%)
2022
$2,782 (+9.2%)
2021
$2,547 (+7.4%)
2020
$2,371 (−9.3%)
2019
$2,615 (+20.0%)
2018
$2,179 (+14.1%)
2017
$1,909 (−5.0%)
2016
$2,009 (+5.9%)
2013
$1,897
Tax history for 1111 Fern St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,863 (−9.7%)
2024
$7,601 (+5.2%)
2023
$7,224 (+159.7%)
2022
$2,782 (+9.2%)
2021
$2,547 (+7.4%)
2020
$2,371 (−9.3%)
2019
$2,615 (+20.0%)
2018
$2,179 (+14.1%)
2017
$1,909 (−5.0%)
2016
$2,009 (+5.9%)
2013
$1,897
*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
2.5
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
9,754 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
2006
Sq. Ft.
1,912
Year built
1954
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Jefferson County
APN
29 00 23 4 001 004.000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Oct 16, 2026.
NPD
Neighborhood Preservation District
To recognize the historical patterns and densities of residential subdivisions, and to encourage the continuation of homogeneous development patterns.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Garage Entry Location: Side
Attached, Basement Parking, Driveway Parking
# of Total Garage Spaces: 2
# of Garage Spaces Basement Level: 2
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
Bedroom/Bathroom Features: Linen Closet, Separate Shower, Tub/Shower Combo
Construction: 1 Side Brick, Brick Over Foundation, Shingle
Lot Information
Flood Plain: No
Lot View: No
Lot Description: Corner Lot, Some Trees, Subdivision
Land Information
# of Acres: 0.22
Subdivision Information
Subdivision (automatch): HOMEWOOD
Financial
Tax Information
Tax District: HOMEWOOD
Financial Information
Has Down Payment Assistance
Utilities
Utility Information
Internet Service Provider: ATT
Has Internet Service Availability
Water Heater: Gas (WTRHTR), Tankless
Water Information: Public Water
Sewer/Septic: Connected
Location
HOA Information
Association Fee: No
School Information
HALL KENT
Elementary School: HALL KENT
Jr/Middle: HOMEWOOD
High School: HOMEWOOD
Location Details
Property Access: Paved Road
Minor Subdivision: HOMEWOOD
Driving Directions: From Columbiana Rd, continue straight across Lakeshore Dr onto Green Springs Hwy. Take your first left onto Columbiana Rd. Turn right onto Crest Ave. Turn right onto Fern St. House is the first on the right.
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,912
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 9,754 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1954
Year Renovated: 2006
County: Jefferson County
APN: 29 00 23 4 001 004.000
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 16, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Activation Date: 2022-02-04
LVT Date: 2022-02-04
Price Per SQFT: 244.63
Around this home
Schools
Hall Kent Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.7mi
9/10
Homewood Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.7mi
10/10
Homewood High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.5mi
10/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
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
7 days above 105° expected this year, 20 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
Homewood, AL • 35209
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.9 hours in
June and 4.8 hours in December, placing it below the
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Estimated sale price
$502,000 – $608,000
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