NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Estimated Value: $2,797,821 - $3,579,000

3 Beds
4.5 Baths
6,201 Sq Ft
$519/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold April 19, 2013

Last sale price $1,760,000 $284 Per Sq Ft

Est. 83% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $18,670/month

495 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Sitting Area In Primary Bedroom
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
  • Marble Flooring
  • Crestline Elementary School Rated A
  • Double Shower
  • Hydromassage or Jetted Bathtub

About This Home

As of April 2013

This is one of the oldest and grandest residences in Birmingham with magnificent features that you must see to fully appreciate! Nestled on a beautiful rocky knoll in Mountain Brook that overlooks Rockdell Lane and the Country Club of Birmingham, this historic estate residence was built in 1929. Ten foot ceilings, original hardwood floors, extraordinary mouldings, custom wall treatments, and elegant stone terraces. The spacious kitchen was fully renovated in 1995 and features wonderful amenities. Off of the kitchen are a large butler's pantry and wet bar, media closet, elevator and laundry room with tremendous storage space. The second story consists of three spacious bedrooms with fabulous views of the grounds, his and hers master bathrooms, a luxurious dressing room with wall to wall closets, a large linen closet, and two additional full bathrooms. The grounds of this home are exquisite and includes koi pond, guest house, and 3 car garage.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jane Huston Crommelin

Ray & Poynor Properties Listed on: 10/05/2011

Ray & Poynor Properties

Last Buyer's Agent

Cheryl Chamblee

eXp Realty, LLC Central

eXp Realty, LLC Central

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • 1929

Lot Details

  • Corner Lot
  • Irregular Lot
  • Sprinkler System
  • Few Trees
  • Historic Home

Parking

  • 3 Car Detached Garage
  • Garage on Main Level
  • Side Facing Garage
  • Circular Driveway

Home Design

  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 2-Story Property
  • Elevator
  • Wet Bar
  • Sound System
  • Crown Molding
  • Smooth Ceilings
  • Ceiling height of 9 feet or more
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Bay Window
  • French Doors
  • Insulated Doors
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • 3 Fireplaces
  • Breakfast Room
  • Dining Room
  • Den
  • Utility Room Floor Drain
  • Keeping Room
  • Home Security System

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Double Convection Oven
  • Electric Oven
  • Plumbed For Gas In Kitchen
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Freezer
  • Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Stone Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Stone
  • Marble
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Sitting Area In Primary Bedroom
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
  • Primary Bedroom Upstairs
  • Walk-In Closet
  • In-Law or Guest Suite
  • Split Vanities
  • Hydromassage or Jetted Bathtub
  • Bathtub and Shower Combination in Primary Bathroom
  • Double Shower
  • Separate Shower
  • Linen Closet In Bathroom

Laundry

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

Unfinished Basement

  • Partial Basement
  • Crawl Space

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Separate Outdoor Workshop
  • Porch

Utilities

  • Forced Air Zoned Heating and Cooling System
  • Power Generator
  • Multiple Water Heaters
  • Septic Tank

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 28-05-006-001.000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

1929

Lot Details

0

Parking

3

Listing Details

  • Class: RESIDENTIAL
  • Property Access: Curb and Gutters, Paved Road
  • Legal Description: LOTS 9 & 10 BLK 4 ROCK RIDGE PARK ALSO LOT 11 BLK 4 1ST ADDITION TO ROCKRIDGE PARK
  • Historic Register: Yes
  • Number Levels: 2+ Story
  • Property Type: Single Family
  • Termite Contract: Yes
  • Year Built Description: Existing
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Built: 1929

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Bay Window, Elevator, French Doors, Multiple Staircases, Recess Lighting, Security System, Sound System, Textured Walls, Wet Bar, Workshop (EXT)
  • Fireplace Details: Gas Starter
  • Fireplace Location: Bedroom (FIREPL), Living Room (FIREPL), Master Bedroom (FIREPL)
  • Fireplace Type: Gas (FIREPL), Woodburning
  • Floors: Hardwood, Marble Floor, Stone Floor, Tile Floor
  • Number Fireplaces: 3
  • Bedroom/Bathroom Features: Double Shower, Jetted Tub, Linen Closet, Separate Shower, Separate Vanities, Sitting Area in Master, Tub/Shower Combo, Walk-In Closets
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 5
  • Room 1: Master Bedroom, On Level: 2
  • Room 2: Bedroom, On Level: 2
  • Room 3: Bedroom, On Level: 2
  • Room 4: Master Bath, On Level: 2
  • Room 5: Full Bath, On Level: 2
  • Room 6: Full Bath, On Level: 2
  • Room 7: Full Bath, On Level: 2
  • Room 8: Half Bath, On Level: 1
  • Room 9: Breakfast Room, On Level: 1
  • Room 10: Den/Family, On Level: 1
  • Room 11: Dining Room, On Level: 1
  • Room 12: Keeping Room, On Level: 1
  • Room 13: Kitchen, On Level: 1
  • Room 14: Laundry, On Level: 1
  • Room 15: Living, On Level: 1
  • Rooms Level 1: Breakfast Room (LVL 1), Den/Family (LVL 1), Dining Room (LVL 1), Half Bath (LVL 1), Keeping Room (LVL 1), Kitchen (LVL 1), Laundry (LVL 1), Living (LVL 1)
  • Rooms Level 2 Plus: Bedroom (LVL 2+), Full Bath (LVL 2+), Master Bath (LVL 2+), Master Bedroom (LVL 2+)
  • Basement Style: Partial Basement
  • Basement Style II: All Unfinished
  • Kitchen Countertops: Stone (KIT)
  • Kitchen Equipment: Convection Oven, Cooktop-Gas, Dishwasher Built-In, Disposal, Freezer, Ice Maker Built-In, Oven-Electric, Double Oven, Plumbed for Gas in Kit, Refrigerator
  • Kitchen Features: Breakfast Bar, Eating Area, Island, Pantry
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Laundry Dryer Hookup: Dryer-Electric
  • Laundry Features: Floor Drain, Utility Sink, Washer Hookup
  • Laundry Location: Laundry (MLVL)
  • Laundry Space: Room

Exterior Features

  • Construction: Stucco
  • Exterior Features: Balcony, Guest Quarters, Lighting System, Sprinkler System, Workshop (EXTR), Porch
  • Foundation: Basement, Crawl Space
  • Water Heater: 2+ Water Heaters

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Entry Location: Side
  • Number Total Garage Spaces: 3
  • Parking Features: Circular Drive, Detached, Driveway Parking, Parking (MLVL)

Utilities

  • Heating: 3+ Systems (HEAT), Central (HEAT), Electric (HEAT), Forced Air, Zoned (HEAT)
  • Cooling: 3+ Systems (COOL), Central (COOL), Electric (COOL), Zoned (COOL)
  • Sewer/Septic System: Septic
  • Water: Public Water

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Amenities: Sidewalks

Lot Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 28-05-006-001.000
  • Lot Description: Acreage, Corner Lot, Irregular Lot, Some Trees, Subdivision

Green Features

  • Energy Green Features: Doub Paned Windows, Generator, Insulated Door

Tax Info

  • Tax District: MOUNTAIN BROOK

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 5, 2011
Closed on
Apr 1, 2013
Sold by
Crommelin Henry
Bought by
Upton William David
Seller's Agent
Jane Huston Crommelin
Ray & Poynor Properties
Buyer's Agent
Cheryl Chamblee
eXp Realty, LLC Central
List Price
$2,295,000
Sold Price
$1,760,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$535,000
-23.31%
Current Estimated Value
$3,218,705

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$1,458,705
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.85%
Source: Public Records
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Home Values in the Area

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Upton William David -- --
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
04/19/2013 04/19/13 Sold $1,760,000 -23.3% $284 / Sq Ft
02/11/2013 02/11/13 Pending -- -- --
10/05/2011 10/05/11 For Sale $2,295,000 -- $370 / 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 $22,072 $202,980 -- --
2022 $22,072 $202,970 $122,450 $80,520
2021 $15,523 $142,900 $79,000 $63,900
2020 $17,335 $159,520 $79,000 $80,520
2019 $14,094 $142,900 $0 $0
2018 $16,834 $170,580 $0 $0
2017 $17,567 $177,980 $0 $0
2016 $19,367 $196,160 $0 $0
2015 $16,834 $170,580 $0 $0
2014 $17,224 $174,460 $0 $0
2013 $17,224 $174,460 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Greater Alabama MLS

MLS Number: 513067

Greater Alabama MLS

APN: 28-00-05-1-006-001.000