NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1 Abbey Ln Birmingham, AL 35226

Estimated Value: $87,000 - $1,587,650

5 Beds
4.5 Baths
4,200 Sq Ft
$144/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: October 31, 2014

Last sale price $830,000 $198 Per Sq Ft

Est. 27% decrease in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,291 / mo

46 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Heated In Ground Pool
  • Sauna
  • Two Primary Bedrooms
  • Hall-Kent Elementary School Rated A+
  • RV or Boat Parking
  • Sitting Area In Primary Bedroom

About This Home

As of October 2014

Back on the Market! Appraisal in excess of $1M! An Incredible property! 4 private wooded acres! Unheard of in Homewood! Beautifully Updated 5BR, 4.5Ba Historic Tudor Home, a sep 1200sf Guest Home, Two Garages, Carport & a Pool Cabana. Majestic home & stunning property located in the popular gated Devonshire Estates close to UAB, & convenient to everything! Award winning Nationally ranked Homewood Schools. Gorgeous NEW Kitchen w/ new Viking Gas Stove, Dacor Microwave & stunning high-end Granite. Oversized Copper Gutters; Custom Elevator built in Stone Turret; TWO Master Suites; 3 Laundry Rms; two New HVAC-2010; 2 New Water Heaters-2012; two Wood burning FPs; Two Gated entries; 100 yr old cobblestone pavers; Gas Lanterns; Stone Mailboxes for main home & guest home; Gorgeous Landscaping; Generator; Well Water for Sprinkler System; New Gunite in Heated Pool-2010. Handicapped accessible to all floors & to the pool. Superior Construction-Extremely Low Monthly Utilities & Low Maintenance!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Steve Chambers

Better Homes Listed on: 08/20/2014

Last Buyer's Agent

Michelle Creamer

ARC Realty Vestavia-Liberty Pk

ARC Realty Vestavia-Liberty Pk

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • 1928

Lot Details

  • Cul-De-Sac
  • Interior Lot
  • Irregular Lot
  • Sprinkler System
  • Heavily Wooded Lot
  • Few Trees
  • Historic Home

HOA Fees

  • $50 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 5 Car Detached Garage
  • 1 Carport Space
  • Garage on Main Level
  • Front Facing Garage
  • Circular Driveway
  • RV or Boat Parking

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Ridge Vents on the Roof
  • Stone

Interior Spaces

  • 1.5-Story Property
  • Elevator
  • Sound System
  • Crown Molding
  • Smooth Ceilings
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Fireplace in Hearth Room
  • Stone Fireplace
  • Brick Fireplace
  • Fireplace Features Masonry
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Window Treatments
  • French Doors
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Breakfast Room
  • Dining Room
  • Play Room
  • Music Room
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Utility Room in Garage
  • Utility Room Floor Drain
  • Sauna
  • Keeping Room
  • Mountain Views

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Convection Oven
  • Gas Oven
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Stove
  • Built-In Microwave
  • Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Stone Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Stone
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • Sitting Area In Primary Bedroom
  • Primary Bedroom on Main
  • Double Master Bedroom
  • Walk-In Closet
  • In-Law or Guest Suite
  • Split Vanities
  • Bathtub and Shower Combination in Primary Bathroom
  • Double Shower
  • Garden Bath
  • Separate Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on main level
  • Washer and Electric Dryer Hookup

Attic

  • Walk-In Attic
  • Pull Down Stairs to Attic

Finished Basement

  • Partial Basement
  • Laundry in Basement
  • Natural lighting in basement

Home Security

  • Home Security System
  • Storm Windows

Pool

  • Heated In Ground Pool
  • Fence Around Pool

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony
  • Deck
  • Patio
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Separate Outdoor Workshop
  • Outdoor Storage
  • Porch

Utilities

  • Two cooling system units
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Two Heating Systems
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Programmable Thermostat
  • Underground Utilities
  • Power Generator
  • Well
  • Multiple Water Heaters
  • Gas Water Heater
  • Septic Tank

Community Details

  • Gated Community

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 29-26-1-008-035.000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

1928

Lot Details

4 Acres

HOA Fees

$50 per month

Parking

5

Listing Details

  • Class: RESIDENTIAL
  • Property Access: Paved Road, Private Road, Public Road
  • Living Area: 4200
  • Legal Description: LOTS 1 CHAMBERS ADDITION TO DEVONSHIRE ESTATES PB 233 PG 10 Additional Lots 6, 7, and 18, Grant & Lowery are also included with this listing. 4 Parcels of Land!
  • Historic Register: Yes
  • Number Levels: 1.5-Story
  • Property Type: Single Family
  • Termite Company Name: AL. PROFESSIONAL
  • Termite Contract: Yes
  • Year Built Description: Existing
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Built: 1928

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Elevator, French Doors, Multiple Staircases, Recess Lighting, Sauna/Spa (INT), Security System, Sound System, Textured Walls, Workshop (EXT)
  • Fireplace Details: Brick (FIREPL), Masonry, Stone (FIREPL)
  • Fireplace Location: Hearth/Keeping (FIREPL), Living Room (FIREPL)
  • Fireplace Type: Gas (FIREPL), Woodburning
  • Floors: Carpet, Hardwood, Stone Floor, Tile Floor
  • Number Fireplaces: 2
  • Windows Treatments: All
  • Bedroom/Bathroom Features: Double Shower, Garden Tub, Separate Shower, Separate Vanities, Sitting Area in Master, Tub/Shower Combo, Walk-In Closets
  • Bedrooms: 5
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 5
  • Room 1: Master Bedroom, On Level: 1
  • Room 2: Bedroom, On Level: 1
  • Room 3: 2nd Master, On Level: 2
  • Room 4: Bedroom, On Level: 2
  • Room 5: Bedroom, On Level: 2
  • Room 6: Kitchen, On Level: 1
  • Room 7: Keeping Room, On Level: 1
  • Room 8: Breakfast Room, On Level: 1
  • Room 9: Living, On Level: 1
  • Room 10: Dining Room, On Level: 1
  • Room 11: Sunroom, On Level: 1
  • Room 12: Music, On Level: 1
  • Room 13: Play/Rec, On Level: B
  • Room 14: Master Bath, On Level: 1
  • Room 15: Laundry, On Level: 1
  • Basement Rooms: Play/Rec (LVL BSMT)
  • Rooms Level 1: Bedroom (LVL 1), Breakfast Room (LVL 1), Dining Room (LVL 1), Keeping Room (LVL 1), Kitchen (LVL 1), Laundry (LVL 1), Living (LVL 1), Master Bath (LVL 1), Master Bedroom (LVL 1), Music (LVL 1), Sunroom (LVL 1)
  • Rooms Level 2 Plus: 2nd Master (LVL 2+), Bedroom (LVL 2+)
  • Basement Style: Partial Basement
  • Basement Style II: All Finished
  • Basement Style III: Daylight Basement
  • Kitchen Countertops: Stone (KIT)
  • Kitchen Equipment: Convection Oven, Cooktop-Gas, Dishwasher Built-In, Disposal, Ice Maker Built-In, Microwave Built-In, Oven-Gas, Some Stainless Appl, Stove-Gas
  • Kitchen Features: Breakfast Bar, Eating Area, Pantry
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Laundry Dryer Hookup: Dryer-Electric
  • Laundry Features: Floor Drain, Utilities in Garage, Washer Hookup
  • Laundry Location: Laundry (BSMT), Laundry (MLVL), Laundry (UPLVL)
  • Attic: Yes
  • Attic Type: Pull-Down, Walk-In
  • Basement Finished Sq Ft: 1400
  • Main Level Sq Ft: 2800
  • Upper Level Sq Ft: 1400

Exterior Features

  • Patio: Yes
  • Construction: 4 Side Brick, Stone (CONST)
  • Decks: Yes
  • Decks Type: Open (DECK)
  • Exterior Features: Balcony, Guest Quarters, Lighting System, Sprinkler System, Storage Building, Porch
  • Foundation: Basement
  • Patio Type: Open (PATIO)
  • Pool: Yes
  • Pool Features: Cleaning System, Heated, In-Ground, Perimeter Fencing
  • Pool: Personal Pool
  • Water Heater: Gas (WTRHTR), 2+ Water Heaters

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Entry Location: Front
  • Number Carport Spaces: 1
  • Number Total Garage Spaces: 5
  • Parking Features: Boat Parking, Circular Drive, Detached, Driveway Parking, Parking (MLVL), RV Parking

Utilities

  • Heating: Central (HEAT), Dual Systems (HEAT), Forced Air, Gas Heat
  • Cooling: Central (COOL), Dual Systems (COOL), Electric (COOL)
  • Sewer/Septic System: Septic
  • Underground Utils: Yes
  • Water: Public Water, Well Water

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Amenities: Gate Entrance/Comm
  • Association Fee: Yes
  • Association Fee: 50
  • Association Fee Per: Monthly

Lot Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 29-26-1-008-035.000
  • Lot Description: Acreage, Cul-de-sac, Heavy Treed Lot, Interior Lot, Irregular Lot, Some Trees, Subdivision
  • Lot View: Yes
  • Lot View Type: Mountain View

Green Features

  • Energy Green Features: Ceiling Fans, Generator, Power Vent, Programmable Thermostat, Ridge Vent, Storm Windows

Tax Info

  • Tax District: HOMEWOOD

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 28, 2012
Sold by
Chambers G Forrest
Bought by
Chambers Steven E
Current Estimated Value
$605,163

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 16, 2011
Sold by
Chambers Caryn H
Bought by
Chambers Caryn H and Chambers Steven E

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 26, 2010
Sold by
Chambers Steven E
Bought by
Chambers Caryn H
Source: Public Records
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Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Chambers Steven E -- --
Chambers Steven E -- --
Chambers Caryn H -- --
Chambers Caryn H -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
10/31/2014 10/31/14 Sold $830,000 -7.6% $198 / Sq Ft
10/05/2014 10/05/14 Pending -- -- --
08/20/2014 08/20/14 For Sale $898,500 -- $214 / Sq Ft
Source: Greater Alabama MLS

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $381 $7,600 $7,600 --
2024 $381 $7,600 $7,600 --
2022 $381 $15,200 $15,200 $0
2021 $381 $15,200 $15,200 $0
2020 $381 $15,200 $15,200 $0
2019 $381 $7,600 $0 $0
2018 $313 $6,240 $0 $0
2017 $261 $5,200 $0 $0
2016 $651 $13,000 $0 $0
2015 -- $13,000 $0 $0
2014 $1,303 $13,000 $0 $0
2013 $1,303 $13,000 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Greater Alabama MLS

MLS Number: 607194

Greater Alabama MLS

APN: 29-00-26-1-008-035.000

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