1616 Shades Crest Rd, Vestavia, AL 35226

Off market apr 2023 for $783K

$847,814

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $1,270/mo

•

4,673

sq ft

1616 Shades Crest Rd, Vestavia, AL 35226

About this home

This property sits perfectly atop Shades Crest Road with stunning views that will be hard to find anywhere else in the city. Convenient open floor plan allows for easy flow between rooms with large windows that allow for plenty of natural sunlight. Beautiful vaulted ceilings and custom floating stairs complete the remodeled living room. The kitchen boasts custom solid walnut cabinets and stainless steel appliances. All main living areas are located on the main floor with excellent separation between the primary and additional bedrooms. Upstairs find a spacious bonus/playroom great for additional living space. Enjoy the lap pool with hot tub for a quick dip or entertain friends on the large back deck while soaking in the panoramic views. The spacious lot boats mature landscaping and ample space for outdoor activities.

Single-familyProperty Type

1977Year Built

1.69 acresLot Size

$181Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 car garageParking

Listed by Mike Wald • RealtySouth-OTM-Acton Rd

Listed by Hayden Wald • RealtySouth-OTM-Acton Rd

Bought with Jennifer Hemstreet • Keller Williams Realty Vestavia

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•Source:Greater Alabama MLS #1348170

Redfin Estimate

$847,814

$65K since sold in April 2023$17K since September

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This home's estimate is 40.1% higher than the average sale price ($605K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD SEP 15, 2026
$745,000
A
4 beds3 baths4,431 sq ft
1612 Shades Crest Rd, Vestavia, AL 35226
SOLD SEP 30, 2026
$545,000
B
4 beds3.5 baths2,762 sq ft
1458 Shades Crest Rd, Birmingham, AL 35226
SOLD OCT 20, 2026
$575,000
C
5 beds3 baths4,336 sq ft
1463 Shades Crest Rd, Birmingham, AL 35226
SOLD MAR 10, 2026
$545,000
D
4 beds3.5 baths3,585 sq ft
1462 Shades Crest Rd, Birmingham, AL 35226
SOLD SEP 25, 2026
$415,000
E
4 beds3 baths2,603 sq ft
1577 Berry Rd, Birmingham, AL 35226
SOLD JUL 15, 2026
$805,000
F
4 beds3.5 baths2,866 sq ft
1608 Sunset Dr, Vestavia Hills, AL 35216

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Market trends in 35226, AL

Last updated September 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Balanced market

Sale-to-list price

99.0%

1.0% MoM

Median sale price

$460K

$15K MoM

Avg. days on market

51d

10 days MoM

Recently sold homes

175

16 MoM

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COMING SOON
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$400,000
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Sale history for 1616 Shades Crest Rd

Date

Event

Price

Greater Alabama MLS #1348170

Apr 20, 2023

Sold

$783,000

$168/sq ft

Mar 21, 2023

Contingent

—

Mar 17, 2023

Listed

$774,900

$166/sq ft

Mar 15, 2023

Coming Soon

$774,900

$166/sq ft

Greater Alabama MLS #832701

Dec 20, 2018

Sold

$505,000

$108/sq ft

Dec 10, 2018

Delisted

—

Nov 16, 2018

Contingent

—

Nov 13, 2018

Listed

$499,900

$107/sq ft

Wonderful Large Family 4 or 5 BR home 4 Full Baths; boasting more than 4,500 SF in the heart of Vestavia Hills. Lovely Foyer; LR; DR; Large Family Room w/ Cathedral Ceiling and Stone Fireplace perfect for Holiday gatherings and entertaining; Eat-in Kitchen open to the Family Room; Main-Level Master with Office and a Wet Bar; Huge Playroom or 5th BR; 2-car Main-Level Garage; Fenced Back-Yard and Deck. HW floors on Main Level and Upstairs. This home is Priced for Buyers to make this home their own. You will enjoy privacy and a Winter VIEW. Close in proximity to Samford; UAB; Highway 31; I-65; Publix; and the Vestavia Hills City Center. AWARD WINNING VESTAVIA SCHOOLS! Two lots included with property for an incredible 1.6 acres. This seller has enjoyed raising her family and entertaining in this very special home. Hurry home for the holidays!

Public Records

Apr 28, 1986

Sold

$180,000

$39/sq ft

Tax history for 1616 Shades Crest Rd

*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

Baths

Stories

1.7

Lot width

140 ft.

Lot depth

274 ft.

Lot size

0.88 Acres

Year renovated

1977

Sq. Ft.

5,472

Year built

1977

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Jefferson County

APN

29 00 26 1 008 047.000

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
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, Linen Closet, Separate Shower, Separate Vanities, Sitting Area in Master, Tub/Shower Combo, Walk-In Closets
# of Baths (Full): 4

Room Information
Concatenated Rooms: |Living1|DiningRoom1|Kitchen1|Den1|MasterBR1|MasterBath1|FullBath1|Office1|Bedroom1|FullBath1|Bedroom1|Bedroom2|FullBath2|Play/Rec2|
Kitchen Countertops: Solid Surface
Has Laundry
Laundry Features: Floor Drain, Washer Hookup
Laundry Dryer Hookup: Dryer-Electric
Attic: Walk-In
Attic: Yes
Laundry Space: Closet
Laundry Location: Laundry (Main Level)
Rooms at Level 1: Bedroom (LVL 1), Den/Family (LVL 1), Dining Room (LVL 1), Full Bath (LVL 1), Kitchen (LVL 1), Living (LVL 1), Master Bath (LVL 1), Master Bedroom (LVL 1), Office/Study (LVL 1)
Rooms at Level 2+: Bedroom (LVL 2+), Full Bath (LVL 2+), Play/Rec (LVL 2+)
Rooms: Bedroom, Den/Family, Dining Room, Full Bath, Kitchen, Master Bath, Master Bedroom, Office/Study, Play/Rec
Room 1: Living
Room 1 Level: 1
Room 2: Dining Room
Room 2 Level: 1
Room 3: Kitchen
Room 3 Level: 1
Room 4: Den/Family
Room 4 Level: 1
Room 5: Master Bedroom
Room 5 Level: 1
Room 6: Master Bath
Room 6 Level: 1
Room 7: Full Bath
Room 7 Level: 1
Room 8: Office/Study
Room 8 Level: 1
Room 9: Bedroom
Room 9 Level: 1
Room 10: Full Bath
Room 10 Level: 1
Room 11: Bedroom
Room 11 Level: 1
Room 12: Bedroom
Room 12 Level: 2
Room 13: Full Bath
Room 13 Level: 2
Room 14: Play/Rec
Room 14 Level: 2

Interior Features
HVAC Total Area: 4,673
Living Area (main+upper): 4,673
Upper Level Sq.Ft.: 1,865
Main Level Sq.Ft.: 2,808
Tri-Level: No
Split Level: No
Split Foyer: No
Ceilings: 9 Ft. +, Cathedral/Vaulted, Crown Molding
Floors: Hardwood, Tile Floor
Interior Features: Wet Bar
Kitchen Equipment: Dishwasher Built-In, Refrigerator, Stove-Electric
Kitchen Features: Eating Area, Pantry
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type: Gas, Woodburning
Fireplace Location: Den
Fireplace Details: Gas Starter, Stone

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Central, Gas Heat
Cooling: 3+ Systems, Central, Electric

Exterior

Building Information
Year Built Description: Existing

Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Fenced Yard, Lighting System, Workshop (EXTR)
Waterfront: No
Pool: Yes
Pool Type: Personal Pool
Pool Features: Above Ground, Heated
Patio: No
Log Home: No
Foundation: Crawl Space
Garden/Patio: No
Decks: Yes
Deck Type: Open

Property Information
Parcel ID: 29-00-26-1-008-047.000
Sq.Ft. Source: Per Tax Report
Historic Register: No
Construction: 4 Side Brick

Lot Information
Flood Plain: No
Lot View: Yes
City View
Lot Description: Interior Lot, Some Trees

Land Information
# of Acres: 1.69

Subdivision Information
Subdivision (automatch): VESTAVIA HILLS

Financial

Tax Information
Tax District: VESTAVIA HILLS

Utilities

Utility Information
Has Internet Service Availability
Water Heater: Gas (WTRHTR)
Water Information: Public Water
Sewer/Septic: Septic

Location

School Information
VESTAVIA-WEST
Elementary School: VESTAVIA-WEST
Jr/Middle: PIZITZ
High School: VESTAVIA HILLS

Location Details
Minor Subdivision: VESTAVIA HILLS
Driving Directions: Hwy 31 North - Left on Shades Crest - Cross over Columbiana to Shades Crest Rd - House will be on your right

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 5,472
Stories: 1.7
Lot Size: 0.88 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1977
Year Renovated: 1977
County: Jefferson County
APN: 29 00 26 1 008 047.000

Home facts updated by county records on Oct 16, 2026

Other

Listing Information
Activation Date: 2023-03-17
LVT Date: 2023-03-17
Price Per SQFT: 167.56

Around this home

Schools

Vestavia Hills Elementary School West

Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.5mi

10/10

Louis Pizitz Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.3mi

10/10

Vestavia Hills High School Freshman Campus

Public 9 • Assigned • 1.7mi

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

6 days above 107° expected this year, 16 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, 6 days in 30 years

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Vestavia, AL • 35226

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Estimated sale price

$806,000 – $975,000

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Home values near 1616 Shades Crest Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
1628 Shades Crest Road, Vestavia, AL 5 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 4108 Sq. Ft.	$1,265,074
1601 Shades Crest Road, Vestavia, AL 5 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2562 Sq. Ft.	$503,389

Address	Redfin Estimate
1632 Shades Crest Road, Vestavia, AL 6 Beds \| 7 Baths \| 12296 Sq. Ft.	$2,496,149
1603 Shades Crest Road, Vestavia, AL 4 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1392 Sq. Ft.	$304,139

Address	Redfin Estimate
1613 Shades Crest Road, Vestavia, AL 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 3557 Sq. Ft.	$528,572
1620 Shades Crest Road, Vestavia, AL 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2120 Sq. Ft.	$608,021

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