$312,700
SOLD OCT 24, 2025

1016 42nd St S Unit A Birmingham, AL 35222

Forest Park Neighborhood
2 Beds
1 Bath
1,201 Sq Ft
1920 Built

Recently Sold

$260 Per Sq Ft

3% Below List Price

94 Days on Market

About This Home

As of October 2025

REDUCED...Have you always wanted to live in Historic Forest Park? Work from home? SOUTHERN CHARM with modern updates? Step into style and convenience with this beautifully updated condo nestled in one of Forest Park’s most sought after walkable neighborhoods. Located just steps from vibrant shopping, trendy cafes and top rated restaurants, this charming home offers the perfect blend of modern comfort and historic charm. Inside, you'll find a spacious open-concept layout, gleaming hardwood floors, large windows, tall ceilings with a charming screened porch overlooking the tree canopy. You’ll love the light-filled living areas, home office, and bedrooms that provide space and comfort. Enjoy tree-lined streets, a strong sense of community, and easy access to work and play. Whether you are a first-time buyer or looking to downsize without sacrificing style, this condo offers the perfect blend of history, location and livability.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Stephanie Byrne

RealtySouth-MB-Cahaba Rd Listed on: 04/22/2025

RealtySouth-MB-Cahaba Rd

Last Buyer's Agent

Tiffanie Easter

RE/MAX on Main

RE/MAX on Main

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,029

Year Built

  • Built in 1920

Parking

  • Unassigned Parking

Home Design

  • Entry on the 1st floor

Interior Spaces

  • 1,201 Sq Ft Home
  • Screened Porch
  • Unfinished Basement

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Washer and Electric Dryer Hookup

Utilities

  • Heat Pump System
  • Gas Water Heater

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,029

Year Built

Built in 1920

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Down Payment Assistance: Yes
  • Condo Level: 1
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Flood Plain: N
  • Year Built: 1920
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Co List Office Mls Id: RTSO19
  • Directions: From Clairmont Avenue turn at the light onto 42nd Street South. Condo unit on right hand side of the Street. The Unit is to the right of the 1016 Building Labeled Unit A. You may enter through the Screened Porch.
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1201.0
  • Year Built Details: Existing
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: None
  • Room 1: Living
  • Room 2: Dining Room
  • Room 3: Kitchen
  • Room 4: Laundry
  • Room 5: Master Bedroom
  • Room 6: Full Bath
  • Room 7: Bedroom
  • Room 8: Office/Study
  • Basement Style II: All Unfinished
  • Basement Style III: Concrete Block
  • Kitchen Equipment: Dishwasher Built-In,Microwave Built-In,Oven-Gas,Some Stainless Appl,Stove-Gas
  • Laundry Dryer Hookup: Dryer-Electric
  • Laundry Features: Washer Hookup
  • Laundry Location: Laundry (MLVL)
  • Laundry Space: Other
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Main Level Sq Ft: 1201
  • Upper Level Sq Ft: 0

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Porch Screened
  • Water Heater: Gas (WTRHTR)
  • Waterfront: No
  • Construction Type: Brick
  • Property Condition: Existing

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Off Street, Unassigned

Utilities

  • Heating: Central, Electric, Heat Pump
  • Cooling: Central Air, Electric
  • Water: Public Water
  • HVAC Area: 1201
  • Sewer: Connected

Fee Information

  • Fire Fee: N
  • Garbage Fee: N
  • Library Fee: No

Schools

  • High School: WOODLAWN
  • Elementary School: AVONDALE
  • Middle Or Junior School: PUTNAM, W E

Lot Info

  • Lot View: No

Tax Info

  • Tax District: BIRMINGHAM

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 14, 2024
Closed on
Mar 1, 2024
Sold by
Walker Eric P
Bought by
Gaynor Screven Mary
Seller's Agent
Steve Buchanan
RealtySouth-MB-Cahaba Rd
Buyer's Agent
Alex McCain
RealtySouth-MB-Crestline
List Price
$294,900
Sold Price
$294,900
Views
81

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.62%

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 1, 2018
Closed on
May 23, 2018
Sold by
Mcdonald James H
Bought by
Walker Eric P
Seller's Agent
Steve Buchanan
RealtySouth-MB-Cahaba Rd
Buyer's Agent
Steve Buchanan
RealtySouth-MB-Cahaba Rd
List Price
$194,000
Sold Price
$194,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.51%
Original Mortgage
$98,000
Interest Rate
4.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 16, 2011
Sold by
Taylor Lisa E
Bought by
Mcdonald James H and Mcdonald Regina R

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 29, 2004
Sold by
English Robert William
Bought by
Taylor Lisa E

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$116,400
Interest Rate
5.77%
Mortgage Type
Unknown

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 28, 1998
Sold by
Woods Stephanie L
Bought by
Burks Pamela Gray

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$97,500
Interest Rate
6.87%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $294,900 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $194,000 --
Warranty Deed $120,000 --
Warranty Deed $145,500 --
Warranty Deed $100,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $98,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $116,400 Unknown
Previous Owner $97,500 FHA
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
10/24/2025 10/24/25 Sold $312,700 -0.6% $260 / Sq Ft
07/21/2025 07/21/25 Price Changed $314,700 -1.0% $262 / Sq Ft
05/29/2025 05/29/25 Price Changed $317,900 -1.5% $265 / Sq Ft
04/22/2025 04/22/25 For Sale $322,900 +9.5% $269 / Sq Ft
03/01/2024 03/01/24 Sold $294,900 0.0% $246 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
02/14/2024 02/14/24 For Sale $294,900 +52.0% $246 / Sq Ft
05/23/2018 05/23/18 Sold $194,000 0.0% $150 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
05/01/2018 05/01/18 For Sale $194,000 -- $150 / Sq Ft
Source: Greater Alabama MLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

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
2024 $2,029 $28,980 -- $28,980
2022 $1,589 $7,600 $0 $7,600
2021 $1,473 $7,600 $0 $7,600
2020 $1,367 $7,600 $0 $7,600
2019 $1,367 $19,840 $0 $0
2018 $1,122 $16,460 $0 $0
2017 $1,193 $16,460 $0 $0
2016 $1,193 $16,460 $0 $0
2015 $1,193 $16,460 $0 $0
2014 $1,030 $16,840 $0 $0
2013 $1,030 $16,840 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Stephanie Byrne

    Seller's Agent in 2025

    Stephanie Byrne

    RealtySouth

    (205) 907-8362

    2 in this area

    13 Total Sales

    Stephanie Byrne
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  • Tiffanie Easter

    Buyer's Agent in 2025

    Tiffanie Easter

    RE/MAX

    (205) 919-0608

    1 in this area

    69 Total Sales

    Tiffanie Easter
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  • Steve Buchanan

    Seller's Agent in 2024

    Steve Buchanan

    RealtySouth

    (205) 266-6034

    60 in this area

    152 Total Sales

    Steve Buchanan
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  • Alex McCain

    Buyer's Agent in 2024

    Alex McCain

    RealtySouth

    (205) 234-8649

    1 in this area

    52 Total Sales

    Alex McCain
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Map

Source: Greater Alabama MLS

MLS Number: 21415829

Greater Alabama MLS

APN: 23-00-32-1-017-009.302

Alabama Jefferson County Birmingham 35222 Forest Park

1016 42nd St S Unit A, Birmingham, AL

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