Seller's Agent in 2026
Ashley Nolen
Sold South Realty
(256) 345-6514
1 in this area
9 Total Sales
1916 Emerald Ave Birmingham, AL 35214
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,283
Sq Ft
180,338
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Barn
- 4.14 Acre Lot
- Fireplace in Kitchen
- Above Ground Pool
- Mountain View
- Deck
About This Home
As of March 2026Wow! Over 4 acres in the heart of Forestdale! Welcome to 1916 Emerald Avenue - your own private oasis. This all brick home boasts 3 bedrooms and 2.5 baths, with plenty of room to spread out. The kitchen features solid wood cabinets and granite countertops. A cozy wood-burning fireplace is located in the kitchen area - perfect for holiday entertaining. Outside, you'll find an above-ground pool with a custom deck and swim-up bar. Enjoy entertaining in your outdoor screened-in kitchenette. A half bath and outdoor shower add to this space's versatility. A 30x36 foot shop/barn in the backyard is a hobbiest's dream. It can easily hold two cars or you can use it as a horse stable or barn. Water and electricity have been run to the shop so the possibilities are endless. An additional loft room in the garage adds 300 plus square feet of living space or storage. Updates roof 2021, floors 2021, HVAC 2024 w/April Air purifier, crawlspace 2024, decks 2025, field lines 2022, water heater 2024
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1968
Lot Details
- 4.14 Acre Lot
- Fenced Yard
Parking
- Garage
- Side Facing Garage
- Circular Driveway
Home Design
- Brick Exterior Construction
Interior Spaces
- ENERGY STAR Qualified Ceiling Fan
- Recessed Lighting
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Brick Fireplace
- Window Treatments
- Mountain Views
- Attic
Kitchen
- Stone Countertops
- Fireplace in Kitchen
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
Laundry
- Laundry on main level
- Laundry in Garage
- Washer and Electric Dryer Hookup
Pool
- Above Ground Pool
- Outdoor Pool
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Patio
- Separate Outdoor Workshop
- Outdoor Storage
Schools
- Minor Junior Middle School
- Minor High School
Farming
- Barn
Utilities
- Central Air
- Heat Pump System
- Gas Water Heater
- Septic System
Community Details
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 22, 2015
Closed on
Sep 16, 2015
Sold by
Varden Jean
Bought by
Esslinger Tara L and Esslinger Michael B
Seller's Agent
Gina Trent-McLaughlin
Allen & Associates Realty, Inc
Buyer's Agent
Fran Aldridge
Keller Williams
List Price
$159,500
Sold Price
$159,500
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.25%
Original Mortgage
$159,500
Outstanding Balance
$123,804
Interest Rate
3.97%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$149,349
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $159,500 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $159,500 | New Conventional |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/11/2026 03/11/26 | Sold | $250,000 | -9.1% | $110 / Sq Ft | |
| 01/27/2026 01/27/26 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 01/01/2026 01/01/26 | For Sale | $275,000 | +72.4% | $120 / Sq Ft | |
| 09/16/2015 09/16/15 | Sold | $159,500 | 0.0% | $92 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 07/09/2015 07/09/15 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 05/22/2015 05/22/15 | For Sale | $159,500 | -- | $92 / 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $998 | $20,980 | -- | -- |
| 2023 | $321 | $20,980 | $2,140 | $18,840 |
| 2022 | $736 | $15,740 | $2,140 | $13,600 |
| 2021 | $736 | $15,740 | $2,140 | $13,600 |
| 2020 | $736 | $15,740 | $2,140 | $13,600 |
| 2019 | $736 | $15,740 | $0 | $0 |
| 2018 | $736 | $15,740 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $736 | $15,740 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $736 | $15,740 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | -- | $12,900 | $0 | $0 |
| 2014 | $636 | $12,700 | $0 | $0 |
| 2013 | $636 | $12,700 | $0 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Ashley Nolen
-
Gina Trent-McLaughlin
Seller's Agent in 2015
Gina Trent-McLaughlin
Allen & Associates Realty, Inc
(205) 542-9999
9 in this area
118 Total Sales
-
Mary Allen
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2015
Mary Allen
Allen & Associates Realty, Inc
(205) 541-9723
9 in this area
39 Total Sales
-
Fran Aldridge
Buyer's Agent in 2015
Fran Aldridge
Keller Williams
(205) 253-2628
51 Total Sales
Map
Source: Greater Alabama MLS
MLS Number: 21439705
APN: 21-00-11-4-002-002.000
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