Full of character and natural light, this charming historic Homewood home offers the perfect blend of timeless details and everyday comfort. Hardwood floors, tall ceilings, and large windows create an inviting feel throughout. Two bedrooms plus a versatile bonus room provide flexibility for a nursery, home office, or creative space. The kitchen features granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a quaint butler’s pantry connecting to the dining room. The spacious living and dining spaces make entertaining easy, while the welcoming front porch and additional side porch offer even more room to relax and enjoy the outdoors. Alley access provides convenient parking at the rear of the home. Walkable to Gianmarcos, Publix and Downtown Edgewood. Don’t miss your chance to make this Edgewood gem your own!
Edgewood, located between Downtown Homewood and Red Mountain, is a walkable and residential Homewood neighborhood with a village-style commercial strip and leafy, sidewalk-lined streets. The neighborhood’s character concentrates along Edgewood Boulevard near Oxmoor Road, where coffee counters, chef-driven dining rooms, and small storefronts keep the sidewalks active. Saw’s BBQ anchors the local food scene, while Edgewood Creamery adds a classic scoop-shop ritual. Housing leans toward early-20th-century cottages and brick homes, with pockets of newer infill that keeps the streetscape varied. Edgewood Park and the nearby Homewood Central Park green space set a relaxed outdoor rhythm, and the short drive to the Birmingham Zoo and Botanical Gardens broadens the weekend map.
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Market insights
515 Columbiana Rd · $374,900
SALE-TO-LIST
97.3%
Most homes are selling 3% below list price.
LIST PRICE
$374,900
Median sale price in this area is $305,369. (19% lower than this home)
PRICE DROP
0 price drops
22% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
9-foot-plus ceilings
French doors
Recessed lighting
Gas and wood-burning brick fireplace in the living room
Pull-down attic access
Partial, unfinished rock-and-stone basement
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms on the main level
Bathrooms
1 full bathroom with a tub/shower combination
Kitchen
Electric cooktop
Built-in dishwasher
Freezer
Electric oven
Stone countertops
Butler’s pantry
Laundry & utility
Main-level laundry closet
Washer hookup
Electric dryer hookup
Flooring
Hardwood flooring
Tile flooring
Heating & cooling
Central gas heat
Central cooling
Exterior features
Porch
Open patio
Open deck
Some trees
Parking
Driveway parking
Off-street parking
Uncovered parking
Security
Security system
Construction
Four-sided brick construction
Basement foundation
Historic register
Utilities
Public water
Connected sewer
Gas water heater
Internet service available
Electricity and solar
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ADORABLE HISTORIC HOMEWOOD HOME! This two bedroom one bath house features hardwood floors, large windows with plentiful natural light, high ceilings, and a bonus room perfect for a nursery or home office. The kitchen has granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a butler’s pantry between the kitchen and dining room. The living room and dining room are spacious and great for entertaining. You will love charming front porch and the side porch is an excellent additional outdoor space. There is alley access to parking in the rear of the house. Don’t miss this one!
Public Records
Apr 5, 2013
Sold
$190,300
$130/sq ft
Greater Alabama MLS #551167
Mar 12, 2013
Sold
$190,000
$130/sq ft
Jan 11, 2013
Listed
$199,900
$137/sq ft
+24
Historic charm with all of the UPDATES! This home has been beautifully updated while maintaining all the historical charm. Hardwoods throughout, large kitchen with tons of cabinet space, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances and breakfast nook with built in china cabinet. Very large dining room with door out to great back porch. Bedrooms have good closet space and bathroom has been redone to today's standards. Large windows throughout let in tons of natural light. There is also a detached carport and storage building out back. You will not find another gem like this under $200k.
Public Records
Feb 5, 2010
Sold
$110,000
$75/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,357 (+4.3%)
2024
$3,217 (−1.9%)
2023
$3,280 (+0.2%)
2022
$3,273 (+10.7%)
2021
$2,958 (+23.5%)
2020
$2,395 (+3.2%)
2019
$2,320 (+42.2%)
2018
$1,632 (+2.9%)
2017
$1,585 (+12.7%)
2016
$1,407 (−58.0%)
2013
$3,352
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
75 ft.
Lot depth
135 ft.
Lot size
10,125 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1925
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,343
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,343
Year built
1925
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Jefferson County
APN
29 00 14 4 011 022.000
Parking Spaces
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Basement
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Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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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
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
7/10 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
97/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 2% for direct sun exposure in Homewood. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Redfin Estimate for 515 Columbiana Rd
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Rental earnings
Est. $1,844 per month, based on comparable rentals
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