Welcome to 1801 Wellington Road—an incredible opportunity on one of Homewood’s most desirable streets! This 4BR/3BA home sits on a rare 1+ acre lot in the heart of walkable Mayfair. Renovate the existing home or build your dream custom estate. Enjoy sunrise views over Shades Mountain and create a multi-tiered backyard retreat—seller had plans for a pool and batting cage. The lot features two driveway entrances, a spacious yard, and beautiful topography. Walk to Shades Cahaba Elementary, the Piggly Wiggly, and Downtown Homewood’s shops and restaurants. Just minutes from UAB, Samford, and SOHO. This friendly, vibrant community is known for its street parties and neighborhood gatherings. Whether you're looking to renovate or start fresh, this is a rare chance to own prime real estate in one of Birmingham’s most sought-after locations. Don’t miss out—bring your vision and make 1801 Wellington your forever home!
Single-familyProperty Type
1940Year Built
1.02 acresLot Size
$439Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Melvin Upchurch• LIST Birmingham
Bought with Catherine Singletary• Keller Williams Realty Vestavia
Incredible chance in Homewood to remodel or build your dream home! This 4BR/3BA home is set on just over an acre of land in the Mayfair neighborhood. Great lot with a view and opportunity to build out a backyard retreat with multiple tiers with multiple mini views. Lot also includes two driveway entrances and nice yard. Convenient to Independence Drive, downtown Homewood, and Shades Cahaba Elementary. * Last sales price on Zillow is inaccurate *
Public Records
Jun 23, 2021
Sold
$680,000
$211/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 29, 2021
Sold
$540,000
$168/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$9,758 (−7.4%)
2024
$10,539 (+140.9%)
2023
$4,375 (+4.2%)
2022
$4,198 (+10.0%)
2013
$3,817
Tax history for 1801 Wellington Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$9,758 (−7.4%)
2024
$10,539 (+140.9%)
2023
$4,375 (+4.2%)
2022
$4,198 (+10.0%)
2013
$3,817
*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
Permits
Beds
4
Baths
3
Stories
1.5
Lot width
214 ft.
Lot depth
241 ft.
Lot size
0.98 Acres
Year renovated
1940
Sq. Ft.
3,700
Year built
1940
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Jefferson County
APN
28 00 18 2 009 012.000
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
Jun 9, 2026 • Final
Remodel - residential
Remodel
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.