WOW. .This beautiful home welcomes you through the awesome Front Door. As you enter the great room with it's soaring ceiling you are welcomed by a wonderful fireplace and immediate view to the upper Deck. Here you can experience quite and tranquility as you enjoy early morning coffee or evening glass of wine. Step right into the amazing kitchen with newly refurbished cabinets along with a handcrafted butcher block table! The kitchen sports updated appliances, handcrafted pot hanger, wine cooler and a welcoming breakfast area. The master suite features a large walk-in closet, double vanities. The fully finished daylight basement sports a large family den which opens to the wonderful lower deck. You will also find a wet bar area, bedroom and full bath. The home features an ADT NEST application so you can program and set home temperature by your phone. The home also features security cameras. The awesome back yard is fenced and offers plenty of privacy. This home is a MUST see!
Soaring ceilings, hardwood floors, spacious rooms, 2 fireplaces, large garage, updated appliances, new roof, fresh interior and exterior paint and the list goes on. Basement features a huge den with bar and fireplace, large bedroom and full bath. This one is ready for you! Membership available for golf, swimming, tennis and fitness.
Greater Alabama MLS #598097
Aug 27, 2014
Sold
$210,000
$68/sq ft
May 23, 2014
Listed
$225,000
$73/sq ft
+26
SELLER MOTIVATED. LET'S MAKE A DEAL. A Fine example of rustic elegance, this home, in its serene setting should be featured in Architectural Digest. Inside notice the huge great room with stone fireplace. Turn left into the large dining room w/ hardwood floor and continue into the large kitchen w/ tile floor, island, laundry closet, eating space, and a large window. The main level has a large master bedroom and two additional bedrooms. The master bath and guest bathroom are large w/ tile floors. The basement features a large den w/ wet bar, another stone fireplace, fourth large bedroom and full bath. Park two cars in the garage and still have space for storage and tinkering. The back of the home is shaded and very private and has two large decks that are perfect for entertaining. Schedule your showing today. SQUARE FOOTAGES ARE PER TAX RECORDS AND NOT GUARANTEED BY SELLER OR SELLER'S AGENT. BUYER/BUYER'S AGENT SHOULD DO OWN ANALYSIS TO DETERMINE SQUARE FOOTAGE
Public Records
Feb 9, 2006
Sold
$236,000
$76/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 3, 1980
Sold
$145,000
$47/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,331
2024
$2,331
2023
$2,331 (−0.8%)
2022
$2,350 (+28.3%)
2021
$1,832
2020
$1,832
2019
$1,832 (+23.5%)
2018
$1,483
2017
$1,483
2016
$1,483 (−2.5%)
2013
$1,521
Tax history for 1217 River Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,331
2024
$2,331
2023
$2,331 (−0.8%)
2022
$2,350 (+28.3%)
2021
$1,832
2020
$1,832
2019
$1,832 (+23.5%)
2018
$1,483
2017
$1,483
2016
$1,483 (−2.5%)
2013
$1,521
*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
4
Baths
3
Stories
1
Lot width
134 ft.
Lot depth
208 ft.
Lot size
0.69 Acres
Year renovated
1980
Sq. Ft.
3,099
Year built
1980
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Jefferson County
APN
39 00 34 4 000 019.000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 27, 2026.
PR-1
Planned Single Family District
To provide for maximum flexibility in the development of single-family residences and to coordinate with appropriate community services.
Rooms at Level 1: Bedroom (LVL 1), Dining Room (LVL 1), Full Bath (LVL 1), Great Room (LVL 1), Kitchen (LVL 1), Master Bath (LVL 1), Master Bedroom (LVL 1)
Rooms in Basement: Bedroom (LVL BSMT), Den/Family (LVL BSMT), Full Bath (LVL BSMT)
Rooms: Bedroom, Den/Family, Dining Room, Full Bath, Great Room, Kitchen, Master Bath, Master Bedroom
Room 1: Great Room
Room 1 Level: 1
Room 2: Dining Room
Room 2 Level: 1
Room 3: Kitchen
Room 3 Level: 1
Room 4: Master Bedroom
Room 4 Level: 1
Room 5: Master Bath
Room 5 Level: 1
Room 6: Bedroom
Room 6 Level: 1
Room 7: Full Bath
Room 7 Level: 1
Room 8: Bedroom
Room 8 Level: 1
Room 9: Den/Family
Room 9 Level: B
Room 10: Bedroom
Room 10 Level: B
Room 11: Full Bath
Room 11 Level: B
Interior Features
HVAC Total Area: 3,099
Living Area (main+upper): 2,011
Finished Basement Sq.Ft.: 1,088
Unfinished Basement Sq.Ft.: 923
Main Level Sq.Ft.: 2,011
Tri-Level: No
Split Level: No
Split Foyer: No
Loft: No
Ceilings: 9 Ft. +, Cathedral/Vaulted, Crown Molding, Smooth Ceilings
Floors: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile Floor
Interior Features: Bay Window, French Doors, Wet Bar
Kitchen Equipment: Cooktop-Gas, Disposal, Dishwasher Built-In, Microwave Built-In, Double Oven, Oven-Electric, Plumbed for Gas in Kit, Some Stainless Appl
Kitchen Features: Eating Area, Island, Pantry
# of Fireplaces: 2
Fireplace Type: Woodburning
Fireplace Location: Den, Great Room
Fireplace Details: Gas Starter, Stone
Window Treatments: Some to Remain
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Central
Cooling: Central
Exterior
Building Information
Year Built Description: Existing
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Fenced Yard, Lighting System
Waterfront: No
Pool: No
Patio: No
Log Home: No
Foundation: Basement
Garden/Patio: No
Decks: Yes
Deck Type: Covered, Open
Property Features
Fishing, Street Lights
Property Information
Parcel ID: 39-00-34-4-000-019.000
Sq.Ft. Source: Per Tax Report
Historic Register: No
Construction: Brick Over Foundation, Siding-Wood
Lot Information
Flood Plain: No
Lot View: No
Lot Description: Golf Community, Heavy Treed Lot, Interior Lot, Subdivision
Land Information
# of Acres: 0.62
Subdivision Information
Subdivision (automatch): RIVERCHASE COUNTRY CLUB
Financial
Tax Information
Tax District: HOOVER
Utilities
Utility Information
Underground Utils
Energy Green Features: Ceiling Fans, Programmable Thermostat, Turbines
Water Heater: Gas (WTRHTR)
Water Information: Public Water
Sewer/Septic: Septic
Location
HOA Information
Fees Include: Common Grounds Mntc, Reserve for Improvements
Association Fee: Yes
Association Fee Amount: $159
Association Fee Frequency: Yearly
School Information
RIVERCHASE
Elementary School: RIVERCHASE
Jr/Middle: BERRY
High School: SPAIN PARK
Location Details
Property Access: Curb and Gutters, Public Road
Minor Subdivision: RIVERCHASE COUNTRY CLUB
Driving Directions: Hwy 31 to Riverchase Pkwy, turn right on Lake Forest Cir, turn left on River Woods Rd., turn left on River Rd, house is on the left.
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 3,099
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.69 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1980
Year Renovated: 1980
County: Jefferson County
APN: 39 00 34 4 000 019.000
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 27, 2026
Other
Listing Information
LVT Date: 2020-05-21
Price Per SQFT: 108.1
Around this home
Schools
Riverchase Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.9mi
9/10
Berry Middle School
Public 6-12 • Assigned • 7.0mi
10/10
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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 107° expected this year, 18 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
45% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
4 unhealthy days expected this year, 4 days in 30 years
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Hoover, AL • 35244
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Estimated sale price
$448,000 – $543,000
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