$790,000
SOLD JUL 7, 2026
3 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,028 Sq Ft
6,098 Sq Ft Lot

Sale Details

Date Sold: July 7, 2026

$390 Per Sq Ft

4% Below List Price

31 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wet Bar
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Garage
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

About This Home

As of July 2026

Welcome to 1259 Cedar Drive, an impeccably updated two story colonial set in one of Birmingham’s most sought-after locations. Thoughtfully renovated from top to bottom, this 3 bed, 2.1 bath home seamlessly blends classic architectural charm with modern finishes and functionality, including the convenience of a first-floor primary suite. A neutral color palette throughout creates a timeless, sophisticated backdrop suited to any design style. The exterior showcases beautifully crafted paved walkways and a gated driveway entrance, offering both enhanced curb appeal and privacy. Inside, the home has been meticulously maintained to provide a truly low maintenance, move-in ready living experience. Plenty of updates all around including a new roof in 2022, whole-house generator in 2023, new windows in 2019, plus many more! Ideally situated, the property is just a short 5 minute walk to Barnum Park and a 10 minute stroll to the heart of downtown Birmingham, where premier dining, shopping, and entertainment await. A rare opportunity to own a fully updated home in an exceptional, highly walkable location. Schedule your private showing today!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Kegan Gilpin

@properties Christie's Int'l R.E. Birmingham License #6501423206 Listed on: 05/21/2026

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Last Buyer's Agent

Michael Mason

The Agency Hall & Hunter License #6501344708

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Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

Year Built

  • Built in 1941

Lot Details

  • 6,098 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 42.52x140.55
  • Back Yard Fenced

Parking

  • Garage

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Block Foundation
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • Wet Bar
  • Partially Furnished
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Great Room with Fireplace
  • Basement
  • Sump Pump

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Additional Features

  • Exterior Lighting
  • Ground Level

Community Details

  • Oakland Villas Annex Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 1936402006

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$9,812

Year Built

Built in 1941

Lot Details

6,098 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1941
  • State Equalized Value: 302990.00
  • Entry Location: GroundLevelwSteps
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Property Sub Type: SingleFamilyResidence
  • LotSizeAcres: 0.14
  • Co List Office Mls Id: 432297
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1628.00
  • Living Area: 2028.00
  • ClassName: Residential
  • ThirdPartyApprovalRequiredYN: No
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: WetBar
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Basement: Yes
  • Furnished: Partially
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 400.00
  • Fireplace Features: GreatRoom

Exterior Features

  • Waterfront: No
  • Foundation Details: Basement, Block, SumpPump
  • Construction Materials: Brick, VinylSiding
  • Exterior Features: Lighting
  • Road Frontage Type: Paved
  • Sideof Street: E
  • Fencing: BackYard, Fenced
  • Disclosures: TaxesNotHomesteadExempt
  • Home Warranty: No
  • Roof: Asphalt

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: Yes

Utilities

  • Cooling: CeilingFans, CentralAir
  • Heating: ForcedAir, NaturalGas
  • Sewer: PublicSewer
  • Water Heater Fuel: Electric
  • Water Source: Public
  • Utilities: CableAvailable

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Birmingham

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 42.52X140.55
  • Parcel Number: 1936402006

Tax Info

  • Tax Amount Summer: 8685.00
  • Tax Amount Winter: 1127.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: 9812.00

Multi Family

  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: SquareFeet

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 14, 2019
Closed on
Oct 8, 2019
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Mark Schepansky
Jason Mitchell Real Estate Group Michigan LLC
Buyer's Agent
David Meisner
KW Domain
List Price
$535,000
Sold Price
$520,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$15,000
-2.8%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.45%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 25, 2016
Closed on
Apr 6, 2016
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Cindy Harris
Real Estate One-Roch
Buyer's Agent
Diane Jackson
Keller Williams Realty Lakeside
List Price
$414,900
Sold Price
$427,500
Premium/Discount to List
$12,600
3.04%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.74%
Original Mortgage
$336,000
Interest Rate
3.62%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 20, 2010
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 28, 2006
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$340,000
Interest Rate
6.39%
Mortgage Type
Unknown

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 11, 1998
Sold by
Bought by
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Purchase History

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Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $520,000 Premier Title Agency Llc
Warranty Deed $427,500 Abstract Title Agency
Sheriffs Deed $364,718 None Available
Quit Claim Deed -- None Available
Warranty Deed -- Metropolitan Title Company
Deed $220,000 --
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Mortgage History

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Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $260,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $336,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $224,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $340,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $224,500 Unknown
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Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
07/07/2026 07/07/26 Sold $790,000 -2.5% $390 / Sq Ft
06/23/2026 06/23/26 Pending -- -- --
06/11/2026 06/11/26 Price Changed $809,900 -1.8% $399 / Sq Ft
05/22/2026 05/22/26 For Sale $824,900 +58.6% $407 / Sq Ft
10/08/2019 10/08/19 Sold $520,000 -2.8% $319 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
08/22/2019 08/22/19 Pending -- -- --
08/14/2019 08/14/19 For Sale $535,000 +25.1% $329 / Sq Ft
04/06/2016 04/06/16 Sold $427,500 +3.0% $171 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
03/02/2016 03/02/16 Pending -- -- --
02/25/2016 02/25/16 For Sale $414,900 -- $166 / Sq Ft
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Tax History

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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 $8,685 $302,990 $0 $0
2024 $8,499 $281,080 $0 $0
2023 $8,144 $252,830 $0 $0
2022 $8,732 $236,660 $0 $0
2021 $8,809 $231,790 $0 $0
2020 $7,849 $216,080 $0 $0
2019 $7,842 $187,230 $0 $0
2018 $8,263 $194,140 $0 $0
2017 $8,268 $190,580 $0 $0
2016 $5,551 $184,650 $0 $0
2015 -- $176,870 $0 $0
2014 -- $164,980 $0 $0
2011 -- $113,360 $0 $0
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Map

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MLS Number: 20261037156

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APN: 19-36-402-006

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