NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1239 Lake Forest Cir Birmingham, AL 35244

Estimated Value: $541,416 - $604,000

4 Beds
3.5 Baths
3,604 Sq Ft
$158/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold March 27, 2012

Last sale price $335,000 $93 Per Sq Ft

Est. 70% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,316/month

Highlights

  • Golf Course Community
  • Outdoor Pool
  • Clubhouse
  • Riverchase Elementary School Rated A
  • Heavily Wooded Lot
  • Deck

About This Home

As of March 2012

Home for the holidays! Must see this lovely home on the inside! Everything is updated & looks like a brand new home. Very large rooms w/nine foot ceilings; a powder room on first level, pajama stairs, a sun room off family room, & a huge breakfast area that seats six around the large island. French doors lead from master, family room & sun room to deck & beautiful level backyard. Dining room features wainscoting & hardwood floors. In family room, please find a sitting area w/room for a piano, fireplace and built-in bookcases w/detailed molding. You will also find a keeping room w/electric fireplace & recessed lighting. There is a wonderful kitchen w/cork floor, granite counter tops, loads of cabinets & drawers, an island w/bamboo top & fleur de le sink, as well as a large sink w/each having garbage disposals. The huge master bedroom has a giant walk-in closet. Master bath is gorgeous w/oblong jetted tub w/bead board skirt, his & hers vanities & hardwood floors. This one will go fast. B

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Barbara Turpen

RealtySouth-OTM-Acton Rd License #000041788 Listed on: 10/18/2011

Last Buyer's Agent

Heide Forsythe

ARC Realty License #000046540

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,080

Year Built

  • 1983

Lot Details

  • Sprinkler System
  • Heavily Wooded Lot

HOA Fees

  • $17 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Basement Garage
  • Side Facing Garage
  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Ridge Vents on the Roof
  • HardiePlank Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2-Story Property
  • Crown Molding
  • Smooth Ceilings
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Ventless Fireplace
  • Fireplace in Hearth Room
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Window Treatments
  • Bay Window
  • French Doors
  • Insulated Doors
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Room
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Keeping Room
  • Walkup Attic
  • Storm Doors

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Double Oven
  • Electric Oven
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Stove
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Solid Surface Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom Upstairs
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Split Vanities
  • Hydromassage or Jetted Bathtub
  • Bathtub and Shower Combination in Primary Bathroom
  • Separate Shower
  • Linen Closet In Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Washer and Electric Dryer Hookup

Finished Basement

  • Bedroom in Basement
  • Natural lighting in basement

Outdoor Features

  • Outdoor Pool
  • Deck

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Two Heating Systems
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Programmable Thermostat
  • Underground Utilities
  • Gas Water Heater
  • Septic Tank

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 39-34-4-000-016.000

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include utilities for comm areas

Amenities

  • Clubhouse

Recreation

  • Golf Course Community
  • Community Pool

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,080

Year Built

1983

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$17 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Class: RESIDENTIAL
  • Property Access: Curb and Gutters, Paved Road
  • Legal Description: LOT 17 RIVERCHASE COUNTRY CLUB RESIDENTIAL SUBDIV 4TH ADD 21/8
  • Number Levels: 2+ Story
  • Property Type: Single Family
  • Termite Company Name: ALL PITT
  • Termite Contract: Yes
  • Year Built Description: Existing
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Built: 1983

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Bay Window, French Doors, Recess Lighting
  • Fireplace Details: Gas Starter, Ventless
  • Fireplace Location: Hearth/Keeping (FIREPL), Living Room (FIREPL)
  • Fireplace Type: Gas (FIREPL)
  • Floors: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile Floor
  • Windows Treatments: Some to Remain
  • Bedroom/Bathroom Features: Jetted Tub, Linen Closet, Separate Shower, Separate Vanities, Shared Bath, Tub/Shower Combo, Walk-In Closets
  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Room 1: Living, On Level: 1
  • Room 2: Dining Room, On Level: 1
  • Room 3: Kitchen, On Level: 1
  • Room 4: Keeping Room, On Level: 1
  • Room 5: Sunroom, On Level: 1
  • Room 6: Half Bath, On Level: 1
  • Room 7: Master Bedroom, On Level: 2
  • Room 8: Bedroom, On Level: 2
  • Room 9: Bedroom, On Level: 2
  • Room 10: Full Bath, On Level: 2
  • Room 11: Full Bath, On Level: 2
  • Room 12: Bedroom, On Level: B
  • Room 13: Full Bath, On Level: B
  • Basement Rooms: Bedroom (LVL BSMT), Full Bath (LVL BSMT)
  • Rooms Level 1: Dining Room (LVL 1), Half Bath (LVL 1), Keeping Room (LVL 1), Kitchen (LVL 1), Living (LVL 1), Sunroom (LVL 1)
  • Rooms Level 2 Plus: Bedroom (LVL 2+), Full Bath (LVL 2+), Master Bedroom (LVL 2+)
  • Basement Style II: All Finished
  • Basement Style III: Daylight Basement
  • Kitchen Countertops: Solid Surface
  • Kitchen Equipment: Cooktop-Gas, Dishwasher Built-In, Disposal, Oven-Electric, Self-Cleaning, Double Oven, Plumbed for Gas in Kit, Refrigerator, Stove-Electric
  • Kitchen Features: Breakfast Bar, Eating Area, Island, Pantry
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Laundry Dryer Hookup: Dryer-Electric
  • Laundry Features: Washer Hookup
  • Laundry Space: Closet
  • Attic: Yes
  • Attic Type: Walk-Up

Exterior Features

  • Construction: Brick Over Foundation, Siding-Hardiplank
  • Decks: Yes
  • Decks Type: Open (DECK)
  • Exterior Features: Sprinkler System, Workshop (EXTR)
  • Foundation: Basement
  • Pool: Yes
  • Pool: Community
  • Water Heater: Gas (WTRHTR)

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Entry Location: Side
  • Number Garage Spaces Bsmt Lvl: 2
  • Number Total Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Basement Parking, Driveway Parking, Lower Level

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Amenities: Clubhouse
  • Association Fee: Yes
  • Association Fee: 200
  • Association Fee Per: Yearly

Fee Information

  • Fees Include: Utilities for Comm Areas

Schools

  • Elementary School: RIVERCHASE
  • Middle School: BERRY
  • High School: SPAIN PARK

Lot Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 39-34-4-000-016.000
  • Lot Description: Golf Community, Heavy Treed Lot, Subdivision

Green Features

  • Energy Green Features: Ceiling Fans, Doub Paned Windows, Insulated Door, Power Vent, Programmable Thermostat, Ridge Vent, Storm Door

Tax Info

  • Tax District: HOOVER

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 18, 2011
Closed on
Mar 27, 2012
Sold by
Shallow Shawn T
Bought by
Eckenrod Stipes Christopher and Eckenrod Katherine
Seller's Agent
Barbara Turpen
RealtySouth-OTM-Acton Rd
Buyer's Agent
Heide Forsythe
ARC Realty
List Price
$349,900
Sold Price
$335,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$14,900
-4.26%
Current Estimated Value
$570,854

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$235,854
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.78%
Original Mortgage
$268,000
Interest Rate
3.95%
Mortgage Type
Commercial
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 Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Eckenrod Stipes Christopher $335,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Stipes Christopher $300,000
Closed Eckenrod Stipes Christopher $268,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
03/27/2012 03/27/12 Sold $335,000 -4.3% $93 / Sq Ft
02/25/2012 02/25/12 Pending -- -- --
10/18/2011 10/18/11 For Sale $349,900 -- $97 / 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 $3,080 $43,160 -- --
2022 $3,108 $43,540 $8,100 $35,440
2021 $2,373 $33,410 $8,100 $25,310
2020 $2,383 $33,410 $8,100 $25,310
2019 $2,373 $33,420 $0 $0
2018 $2,322 $32,720 $0 $0
2017 $2,322 $32,720 $0 $0
2016 $2,322 $32,720 $0 $0
2015 $2,322 $32,720 $0 $0
2014 $2,290 $32,200 $0 $0
2013 $2,290 $32,200 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • B

    Seller's Agent in 2012

    Barbara Turpen

    RealtySouth

  • H

    Buyer's Agent in 2012

    Heide Forsythe

    ARC Realty

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Map

Source: Greater Alabama MLS

MLS Number: 514202

Greater Alabama MLS

APN: 39-00-34-4-000-016.000

Alabama Jefferson County Birmingham 35244

1239 Lake Forest Cir, Birmingham, AL

This home is located at 1239 Lake Forest Cir, Birmingham, AL 35244 since 18 October 2011 and is currently estimated at $570,854, approximately $158 per square foot. This property was built in 1983. 1239 Lake Forest Cir is a home located in Jefferson County with nearby schools including Riverchase Elementary School, Berry Middle School, and Spain Park High School.

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