2008 3rd Ave N Unit 7C Birmingham, AL 35203
Central City Neighborhood
2
Beds
1
Bath
1,125
Sq Ft
$325/mo
HOA Fee
Highlights
- City View
- Attached Garage
- Tile Flooring
- Solid Surface Countertops
- Laundry Room
- 1-Story Property
About This Home
As of February 2024This is the best loft deal in downtown Birmingham! Large 2 bedroom / 1 bath condo in the historic Watts Tower at a price per square foot that is unmatched in the downtown market! The Watts Building was originally built in 1927 and is on the National Register of Historic Places. The architects of this Art Deco building were Warren, Knight, and Davis, who designed many of the most prominent buildings and homes in the City of Birmingham. With a location on the corner of 20th Street and 3rd Avenue North, walkability to downtown attractions has never been better. The Alabama Theatre, the newly renovated Lyric Theatre, all the restaurants along 20th St including Trattoria, Paramount, and Cafe Dupont, are just outside your doorstep. Spend your afternoons exploring Railroad Park, evenings watching baseball at Regions Field, and nightlife around every corner from you centrally located loft unit at Watts Tower. This is your chance to experience downtown living!
Property Details
Home Type
- Condominium
Est. Annual Taxes
- $1,454
Year Built
- 1925
HOA Fees
- $325 Monthly HOA Fees
Interior Spaces
- 1,125 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Smooth Ceilings
- Window Treatments
- Combination Dining and Living Room
- Utility Room Floor Drain
- City Views
Kitchen
- Electric Cooktop
- Stove
- Freezer
- Dishwasher
- Solid Surface Countertops
Flooring
- Carpet
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
- Bathtub and Shower Combination in Primary Bathroom
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry on main level
- Washer and Electric Dryer Hookup
Unfinished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Stone or Rock in Basement
Parking
- Attached Garage
- Uncovered Parking
- Off-Street Parking
- Assigned Parking
Utilities
- Central Air
- Heating Available
- Underground Utilities
- Electric Water Heater
Additional Features
- Outdoor Grill
- Historic Home
Community Details
- Association fees include garbage collection, common grounds mntc, insurance-building, management fee, pest control, sewage service, utilities for comm areas, water
- Blackwell Nelson Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 22-00-36-2-011-012.309
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Sep 13, 2023
Closed on
Feb 21, 2024
Sold by
Mininger Lucas
Bought by
Gargis Thomas Jared
Seller's Agent
Ross Blaising
ARC Realty Mountain Brook
Buyer's Agent
Ashley Deforest
Keller Williams Homewood
List Price
$233,990
Sold Price
$235,990
Premium/Discount to List
$2,000
0.85%
Views
320
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.00%
Original Mortgage
$224,191
Outstanding Balance
$220,913
Interest Rate
6.66%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$21,870
Purchase Details
Listed on
Sep 13, 2023
Closed on
Feb 20, 2024
Sold by
Mininger Lucas
Bought by
Gargis Thomas Jared
Seller's Agent
Ross Blaising
ARC Realty Mountain Brook
Buyer's Agent
Ashley Deforest
Keller Williams Homewood
List Price
$233,990
Sold Price
$235,990
Premium/Discount to List
$2,000
0.85%
Views
320
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$224,191
Outstanding Balance
$220,913
Interest Rate
6.66%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$21,870
Purchase Details
Listed on
Dec 21, 2018
Closed on
Jan 25, 2019
Sold by
Erwin Allison E
Bought by
Mininger Lucas
Seller's Agent
Carrie Hill-Smith
RealtySouth-MB-Crestline
Buyer's Agent
Ross Blaising
ARC Realty Mountain Brook
List Price
$180,000
Sold Price
$182,000
Premium/Discount to List
$2,000
1.11%
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
$145,600
Interest Rate
4.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 17, 2016
Closed on
Nov 22, 2016
Sold by
Loftin Virginia G
Bought by
Erwin Allison E
Seller's Agent
Lynlee Real-Hughes
ARC Realty Mountain Brook
Buyer's Agent
Leda Dimperio
RealtySouth-MB-Crestline
List Price
$169,000
Sold Price
$152,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$16,500
-9.76%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.45%
Original Mortgage
$122,000
Interest Rate
3.47%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 1, 2008
Sold by
Watts Tower Associates Lp
Bought by
Loftin Virginia G
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$124,000
Interest Rate
6.08%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
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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 | $235,990 | None Listed On Document | |
| Warranty Deed | $235,990 | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | $182,000 | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | $152,500 | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | $155,000 | None Available |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $224,191 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $148,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $145,600 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $122,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $124,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/11/2025 07/11/25 | For Sale | $244,900 | +3.8% | $218 / Sq Ft |
| 02/21/2024 02/21/24 | Sold | $235,990 | +0.9% | $210 / Sq Ft |
| 01/06/2024 01/06/24 | For Sale | $233,990 | 0.0% | $208 / Sq Ft |
| 01/06/2024 01/06/24 | Price Changed | $233,990 | -0.8% | $208 / Sq Ft |
| 01/04/2024 01/04/24 | Off Market | $235,990 | -- | -- |
| 09/13/2023 09/13/23 | For Sale | $229,990 | +26.4% | $204 / Sq Ft |
| 01/25/2019 01/25/19 | Sold | $182,000 | +1.1% | $162 / Sq Ft |
| 12/21/2018 12/21/18 | For Sale | $180,000 | +18.0% | $160 / Sq Ft |
| 11/22/2016 11/22/16 | Sold | $152,500 | -9.8% | $136 / Sq Ft |
| 10/17/2016 10/17/16 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/17/2016 05/17/16 | For Sale | $169,000 | -- | $150 / Sq Ft |
Source: Greater Alabama MLS
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $1,454 | $22,960 | -- | $22,960 |
| 2022 | $1,372 | $12,460 | $0 | $12,460 |
| 2021 | $1,249 | $12,460 | $0 | $12,460 |
| 2020 | $1,249 | $12,460 | $0 | $12,460 |
| 2019 | $1,242 | $18,120 | $0 | $0 |
| 2018 | $1,148 | $16,820 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $955 | $14,160 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $955 | $14,160 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $729 | $11,040 | $0 | $0 |
| 2014 | $646 | $10,260 | $0 | $0 |
| 2013 | $646 | $10,260 | $0 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Seller's Agent in 2025
Ashley Deforest
Keller Williams Homewood
(770) 349-5758
2 in this area
76 Total Sales
-
Seller's Agent in 2024
Ross Blaising
ARC Realty Mountain Brook
(205) 427-1133
13 in this area
174 Total Sales
-
Seller's Agent in 2019
Carrie Hill-Smith
RealtySouth
(205) 533-4455
16 in this area
46 Total Sales
-
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2019
Leda Dimperio
RealtySouth
(205) 937-2232
19 in this area
46 Total Sales
-
Seller's Agent in 2016
Lynlee Real-Hughes
ARC Realty Mountain Brook
(205) 936-0314
87 in this area
408 Total Sales
Map
Source: Greater Alabama MLS
MLS Number: 750557
APN: 22-00-36-2-011-012.309
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