Updated, adorable & move-in ready! This 3 bedroom & 2 bathroom home sits on a large corner lot in a convenient Homewood location. The covered front porch welcomes you into a bright living room w/ picture window, tons of natural light & gas fireplace. The dining area features custom built-in bench seating & opens to the updated kitchen w/ Quartz countertops, tiled backsplash, custom vent hood, gas stove w/ double oven, coffee nook & pantry. Just off the kitchen is laundry room w/ extra storage & backyard access. The primary suite features an updated en-suite w/ tiled shower & new vanity. Two additional bedrooms feature hardwood floors & share an updated hall bath w/ tub/shower combo. Out back, enjoy a deck, open patio perfect for grilling, firepit area & plenty of yard space for kids or pets to play. Tall encapsulated crawlspace offers tons of storage w/ tankless water heater. Large driveway for ample parking. Less than 2 miles to Edgewood Elementary & just around the corner from GianMarco’s.
Single-familyProperty Type
1957Year Built
0.25 acresLot Size
$413Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Langston Hereford• RealtySouth-MB-Crestline
Meticulously maintained, FULLY UPDATED, and MOVE-IN ready home AVAILABLE NOW in Edgewood. This 3 bedroom 2 bath charmer has a fully renovated kitchen featuring custom cabinets, quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, pantry and breakfast room including a built in seating nook. Current owners have also replaced the HVAC and installed a new tankless hot water heater (both in 2019) and renovated the main level laundry space (2020). Both bathrooms have also been updated with new vanities, fixtures and tile. The home also features gleaming hardwoods, wood burning fireplace and fresh paint throughout. Stepping outside, new owners will enjoy a fully fenced backyard, spacious patio, newly painted brick exterior and a parking pad for off-street access. Additional storage and workshop are located in the basement (exterior access only) so don't forget to fully explore this gorgeous Edgewood gem!! Located on an oversized corner lot, this one won't last long. SCHEDULE TODAY!
Greater Alabama MLS #615896
Mar 6, 2015
Sold
$255,000
$195/sq ft
Dec 1, 2014
Listed
$269,000
$206/sq ft
+14
This is a move in ready, adorable, three bedroom, two bath home in a great neighborhood. The hardwood floors throughout have just been refinished. Other updates include new dishwasher, stove, washer and dryer. The roof was new in 2013 and all old roofing was removed. In 2010 a 3 ton electric heat pump with new thermostat was installed. There is plenty of storage in the basement and it has a lifetime warranty with Aqua-Guard water proofing. The basement also has a large cedar closet. The interior has been recently painted and all rooms have great sunlight shining through the abundance of windows. Separate laundry room off the kitchen accesses the back deck and carport. Convenient to Homewood, Samford, UAB, and also has sidewalks for neighborhood jogging or walking. Don't miss the basement. .. has had Aqua Guard. .. room for storage and cedar closet. A MUST SEE!
Public Records
Jan 7, 2003
Sold
$179,900
$138/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 14, 1997
Sold
$140,900
$108/sq ft
Public Records
Feb 26, 1992
Sold
$92,000
$70/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,012 (+7.2%)
2024
$2,810
2023
$2,810 (−9.5%)
2022
$3,106 (+7.9%)
2021
$2,878 (+3.4%)
2020
$2,784 (+8.9%)
2019
$2,557 (+22.5%)
2018
$2,088 (+20.0%)
2017
$1,740 (−3.2%)
2016
$1,797 (−42.6%)
2013
$3,133
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Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
100 ft.
Lot depth
110 ft.
Lot size
0.25 Acres
Year renovated
1957
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,146
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
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Total Sq. Ft.
1,146
Year built
1957
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Jefferson County
APN
29 00 24 2 002 084.000
Parking Spaces
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Basement
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Accessible
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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
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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Homewood, AL • 35209
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Sun exposure
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Very good sunlight
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There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Est. $1,898 per month, based on comparable rentals
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