You can move right in but you have the opportunity to make it your own. One-level living with nearly 3000 sqft per tax record. Wonderful natural light in the living and dining room. Kitchen features white cabinets, stone countertops, stainless appliances and space for an island. The large eating space is open to the den with a brick wood-burning fireplace - great for entertaining. Huge master bedroom with seating area. Two additional large guest rooms - one with a brick fireplace and gas logs. Hardwood flooring throughout. Don't miss the finished daylight basement space - currently used as an office and hobby area. Large closet and plenty of storage in the unfinished basement space. Great area for a workshop with rear entrance from the driveway. Spend the afternoon on the quiet deck. Other features: crown molding, smooth ceilings, recessed lighting, 3 fireplaces, zoned Edgewood Elementary and quick access to Lakeshore Drive and minutes to downtown & UAB. Don't miss this opportunity!
Single-familyProperty Type
1954Year Built
10,454 sq ftLot Size
$230Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Graham Holmes• ARC Realty Vestavia
Bought with Langston Hereford• RealtySouth-MB-Crestline
121 Rockaway Road offers main level living in superior location and is possiblly the quietest spot in Homewood--Hardwood floors, great natural light, 3 fireplaces, tons of living spaces including an open deck and screened porch, alley access, main level laundry or use the hookups in basement, amazing storage, and updated kitchen. Wonderful for entertaining with on street parking or rear parking from alley. Lots of square footage at a really great price.
Greater Alabama MLS #569377
Apr 30, 2014
Sold
$297,000
$88/sq ft
Jul 9, 2013
Listed
$299,900
$88/sq ft
+15
OKAY GUYS- THIS IS THE DEAL YOU HAVE BEEN WAITING FOR!!! REDUCED AGAIN TO $299,900-THE BARE BONES!!! Court records say 3200+/- sq. ft. plus screened porch! Huge living room and dining with recently refinished hardwood floors. Next you find the chef's kitchen with island, cabinets refinished and loads of work space! There is a large eat-in area that leads to a great family room with fireplace, abundance of windows, just an area that cries for family fun! Walk out to the open patio for afternoon grilling and then relax on the screened porch!! There are three extremely large bedrooms (one has its own fireplace) and both baths can accommodate Mom, Dad and the kids. Downstairs you will find a great playroom, bonus room and carport! You can access the home from the alley - that makes carrying groceries into the house a breeze! New roof - home sits on 2 lots so you can own over one quarter acre in the heart of Homewood! WOW!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,583 (+7.1%)
2024
$3,345
2023
$3,345 (−4.0%)
2022
$3,485 (−46.4%)
2021
$6,507 (−1.7%)
2019
$6,620 (+17.9%)
2018
$5,615 (+11.8%)
2017
$5,022 (−4.7%)
2016
$5,272
Tax history for 121 Rockaway Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,583 (+7.1%)
2024
$3,345
2023
$3,345 (−4.0%)
2022
$3,485 (−46.4%)
2021
$6,507 (−1.7%)
2019
$6,620 (+17.9%)
2018
$5,615 (+11.8%)
2017
$5,022 (−4.7%)
2016
$5,272
*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
Stories
1
Lot width
72 ft.
Lot depth
158 ft.
Lot size
0.26 Acres
Year renovated
1984
Sq. Ft.
3,243
Year built
1954
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Jefferson County
APN
29 00 24 2 012 004.000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 27, 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
Driveway Parking, On Street Parking, Uncovered Parking
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
Bedroom/Bathroom Features: Linen Closet, Shared Bath, Sitting Area in Master, Tub/Shower Combo
Fireplace Location: Bedroom, Family Room, Living Room
Fireplace Details: Brick, Gas Logs, Marble
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Central, Gas Heat
Cooling: Central, Electric
Exterior
Building Information
Year Built Description: Existing
Exterior Features
Waterfront: No
Pool: No
Patio: No
Log Home: No
Foundation: Basement
Garden/Patio: No
Decks: Yes
Deck Type: Covered, Open, Screened
Property Features
Sidewalks, Street Lights
Property Information
Parcel ID: 29-00-24-2-012-004.000
Sq.Ft. Source: Per Seller
Historic Register: No
Construction: Siding-Other, Siding-Vinyl
Lot Information
Flood Plain: No
Lot View: No
Lot Description: Some Trees
Land Information
# of Acres: 0.24
Subdivision Information
Subdivision (automatch): HOMEWOOD
Financial
Tax Information
Tax District: HOMEWOOD
Financial Information
Has Down Payment Assistance
Utilities
Utility Information
Has Internet Service Availability
Water Heater: Gas (WTRHTR)
Water Information: Public Water
Sewer/Septic: Connected
Location
School Information
EDGEWOOD
Elementary School: EDGEWOOD
Jr/Middle: HOMEWOOD
High School: HOMEWOOD
Location Details
Property Access: Alley, Curb and Gutters, Paved Road, Public Road
Minor Subdivision: HOMEWOOD
Driving Directions: West on Lakeshore Drive past the high school. Right on Parkway, left at the triangle onto Lucerne Blvd. Right on Rockaway. House on right.
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 3,243
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.26 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1954
Year Renovated: 1984
County: Jefferson County
APN: 29 00 24 2 012 004.000
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 27, 2026
Other
Listing Information
LVT Date: 2025-01-06
Price Per SQFT: 178.47
Around this home
Schools
Edgewood Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.8mi
10/10
Homewood Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.3mi
10/10
Homewood High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.9mi
10/10
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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
7 days above 106° expected this year, 19 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
$741,000 – $896,000
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