Boasting timeless architectural detail, this stately home is set on an exquisite 8+/- acres right in the heart of Mountain Brook. This home is fabulous for entertaining with a heated pool, stone terraces, gazebo, & grand living spaces showcasing the pool & yard. The main level features a formal living room with fireplace, library with built-ins, & a great room with wet bar & multiple sets of French doors leading to the covered patio. The kitchen features a large island with counter seating, breakfast room, & high-end appliances. A true escape, the master suite is stunning with custom dressing rooms, his & hers marble bathrooms with heated floors, wet bar, & private patio access. Upstairs, the 3 BRs feature walk-in closets and ensuite bathrooms, & a bonus room is perfect for a playroom or office. Additional features include a 2 car garage, large laundry room with storage and utility sink, slate roof, copper gutters, parking in front and rear, & lush, professionally landscaped grounds.
Single-familyProperty Type
1960Year Built
8.01 acresLot Size
$546Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Brian Boehm• RealtySouth-MB-Cahaba Rd
Listed by Mimi Nolen• RealtySouth-MB-Cahaba Rd
Bought with Shelley Clark• Ray & Poynor Properties
Rare opportunity to own this incredible estate home on approx. 8+/- acres in a private setting with heated pool, multiple stone terraces, copper gutters, Bevolo copper lanterns & more! Four bedrooms, four and a half baths and a pool half bath. Great home for entertaining with access to rear terraces/pool from living room, library/study and family room (all with fireplaces). Gourmet kitchen with island & breakfast room. Laundry/mudroom off of kitchen. Main level master with “his and her” marble baths with heated floors, tub and shower in “her” bath and steam shower in “his”, large custom walk-in closets, and private den with wet bar. Banquet sized dining room too. Upstairs offers 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, playroom/media room and attic storage. Glorious exterior grounds with prof landscaping, rolling lush lawns and gorgeous rear terraces and pool overlooking the private lot. Electric dog fence, slate roof and security system with cameras. Parking in front and rear pads and a 2-car garage.
Public Records
Aug 7, 1996
Sold
$1,400,000
$184/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 16, 1976
Sold
$280,000
$37/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$28,549
2024
$28,549 (+12.6%)
2023
$25,344 (+10.2%)
2022
$22,990 (−17.9%)
2021
$27,986 (−6.2%)
2020
$29,822 (+17.3%)
2019
$25,414 (−5.1%)
2018
$26,770
2017
$26,770 (−13.0%)
2016
$30,755 (+15.8%)
2013
$26,569
Tax history for 2973 Briarcliff Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$28,549
2024
$28,549 (+12.6%)
2023
$25,344 (+10.2%)
2022
$22,990 (−17.9%)
2021
$27,986 (−6.2%)
2020
$29,822 (+17.3%)
2019
$25,414 (−5.1%)
2018
$26,770
2017
$26,770 (−13.0%)
2016
$30,755 (+15.8%)
2013
$26,569
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
6
Baths
5.5
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
8.01 Acres
Year renovated
1960
Sq. Ft.
5,095
Year built
1960
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Jefferson County
APN
28 00 09 4 003 009.000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 16, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Garage Entry Location: Side
Attached, Driveway Parking, Parking (MLevel)
# of Total Garage Spaces: 2
# of Garage Spaces Main Level: 2
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
Bedroom/Bathroom Features: Dressing Room, Jetted Tub, Linen Closet, Separate Shower, Separate Vanities, Sitting Area in Master, Tub/Shower Combo, Walk-In Closets
Interior Features: Bay Window, French Doors, Multiple Staircases, Recess Lighting, Security System, Wet Bar
Kitchen Equipment: Cooktop-Gas, Dishwasher Built-In, Disposal, Oven-Electric, Plumbed for Gas in Kit, Refrigerator, Some Stainless Appl, Warming Drawer
Kitchen Features: Breakfast Bar, Eating Area, Island, Pantry
# of Fireplaces: 3
Fireplace Type: Gas, Woodburning
Fireplace Location: Den, Family Room, Living Room
Fireplace Details: Gas Starter, Gas Logs, Marble, Masonry, Stone
Heating & Cooling
Heating: 3+ Systems, Forced Air, Gas Heat
Cooling: 3+ Systems, Central, Zoned
Exterior
Building Information
Year Built Description: Existing
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Gazebo, Lighting System, Sprinkling System
Waterfront: No
Pool: Yes
Pool Type: Personal Pool
Pool Features: Heated, In-Ground
Patio: Yes
Patio Type: Open
Log Home: No
Foundation: Basement
Garden/Patio: No
Decks: Yes
Deck Type: Covered, Open
Property Information
Parcel ID: 28-00-09-4-003-009.000
Sq.Ft. Source: Per Appraiser
Historic Register: No
Construction: 4 Side Brick
Lot Information
Flood Plain: No
Lot View: No
Lot Description: Acreage, Heavy Treed Lot, Interior Lot
Land Information
# of Acres: 8.01
Subdivision Information
Subdivision (automatch): MOUNTAIN BROOK
Financial
Tax Information
Tax District: MOUNTAIN BROOK
Utilities
Utility Information
Energy Green Features: Ceiling Fans, Generator, Programmable Thermostat
Has Internet Service Availability
Water Heater: 2+ Water Heaters
Water Information: Public Water
Sewer/Septic: Septic
Location
School Information
MOUNTAIN BROOK
Elementary School: MOUNTAIN BROOK
Jr/Middle: MOUNTAIN BROOK
High School: MOUNTAIN BROOK
Location Details
Property Access: Paved Road, Public Road
Minor Subdivision: MOUNTAIN BROOK
Driving Directions: Cherokee Road to Sherwood Road, right on Briarcliff Road. House is on the left.
Public facts
Beds: 6
Baths: 5.5
Sq. Ft.: 5,095
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 8.01 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1960
Year Renovated: 1960
County: Jefferson County
APN: 28 00 09 4 003 009.000
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 16, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Activation Date: 2023-08-23
LVT Date: 2023-08-23
Price Per SQFT: 482.98
Around this home
Schools
Mountain Brook Elementary School
Public PreK-6 • Assigned • 1.1mi
10/10
Mountain Brook Junior High School
Public 7-9 • Assigned • 1.2mi
10/10
Mountain Brook High School
Public 10-12 • Assigned • 2.4mi
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
5/10 Heat Factor
5 days above 107° expected this year, 13 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
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.9 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$3.94M – $4.78M
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