NOT LISTED FOR SALE

2521 Bow String Dr Birmingham, AL 35214

Forestdale Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $140,000 - $196,281

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,734 Sq Ft
$96/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold October 23, 2017

Last sale price $87,000 $50 Per Sq Ft

Est. 91% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $970/month

140 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Den
  • Fenced Yard
  • Attic
  • Utility Room in Garage
  • 2 Car Attached Garage

About This Home

As of October 2017

All Brick One Level in Merrywood Estates - Large great room w. beams, formal Dining Room, three bedrooms and two full baths. Two car garage attached to home by breezeway. Also, large patio. Roof 2016, septic tank cleaned 3/17 and new dishwasher 3/17. Hot Water Heater 2015

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Gina Trent-McLaughlin

Allen & Associates Realty, Inc Listed on: 04/21/2017

Co-Listed By

Mary Allen

Allen & Associates Realty, Inc

Last Buyer's Agent

Katherine Durant

Expert Realty, Inc License #000065583

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $598

Year Built

  • 1977

Lot Details

  • Fenced Yard
  • Interior Lot

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Garage on Main Level
  • Side Facing Garage
  • Driveway
  • Off-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Slab Foundation
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,734 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Fireplace Features Blower Fan
  • Stone Fireplace
  • Window Treatments
  • Great Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Room
  • Den
  • Utility Room in Garage
  • Storm Doors
  • Attic

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Dishwasher
  • Laminate Countertops

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Bathtub and Shower Combination in Primary Bathroom
  • Separate Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on main level
  • Laundry in Garage
  • Washer and Electric Dryer Hookup

Outdoor Features

  • Patio

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heat Pump System
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Septic Tank

Community Details

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 21-00-01-3-009-003.000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$598

Year Built

1977

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Class: RESIDENTIAL
  • Property Access: Paved Road, Public Road
  • Living Area: 1734
  • Legal Description: LOT 6 BLK 11 MERRYWOOD ESTS 10TH ADD
  • Fire District: FORESTDALE
  • List Price per Sq Ft: 55.88
  • Number Levels: 1-Story
  • Property Type: Single Family
  • Termite Company Name: Cooks Pest Control
  • Termite Contract: Yes
  • Year Built Description: Existing
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Built: 1977

Interior Features

  • Fireplace Details: Blower Fan, Stone (FIREPL)
  • Fireplace Location: Great Room (FIREPL)
  • Fireplace Type: Woodburning
  • Floors: Carpet, Vinyl
  • Number Fireplaces: 1
  • Windows Treatments: Some to Remain
  • Bedroom/Bathroom Features: Separate Shower, Tub/Shower Combo
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Concatenated Rooms: |Den1|Kitchen1|DiningRoom1|MasterBath1|MasterBR1|Bedroom1|Bedroom1|FullBath1|
  • Room 1: Den/Family, On Level: 1
  • Room 2: Kitchen, On Level: 1
  • Room 3: Dining Room, On Level: 1
  • Room 4: Master Bath, On Level: 1
  • Room 5: Master Bedroom, On Level: 1
  • Room 6: Bedroom, On Level: 1
  • Room 7: Bedroom, On Level: 1
  • Room 8: Full Bath, On Level: 1
  • Rooms Level 1: Bedroom (LVL 1), Den/Family (LVL 1), Dining Room (LVL 1), Full Bath (LVL 1), Kitchen (LVL 1), Master Bath (LVL 1), Master Bedroom (LVL 1)
  • Kitchen Countertops: Laminate
  • Kitchen Equipment: Dishwasher Built-In, Refrigerator, Stove-Electric
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Laundry Dryer Hookup: Dryer-Electric
  • Laundry Features: Utilities in Garage, Washer Hookup
  • Laundry Location: Laundry (MLVL)
  • Laundry Space: Garage Area
  • Attic: Yes
  • Main Level Sq Ft: 1734

Exterior Features

  • Patio: Yes
  • Construction: 4 Side Brick, Siding-Vinyl
  • Exterior Features: Fenced Yard, Storage Building
  • Foundation: Slab
  • Patio Type: Open (PATIO)
  • Water Heater: Electric (WTRHTR)

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Entry Location: Side
  • Number Garage Spaces Main Lvl: 2
  • Number Total Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Attached, Driveway Parking, Parking (MLVL), Off Street Parking

Utilities

  • Heating: Electric (HEAT), Heat Pump (HEAT)
  • Cooling: Central (COOL), Electric (COOL)
  • Sewer/Septic System: Septic
  • Water: Public Water

Fee Information

  • Fire Fee: Yes
  • Fire Fee Amount: 263
  • Fire Fee Per: Yearly
  • Garbage Fee: Yes
  • Garbage Fee Amount: 35
  • Garbage Fee Per: Quarterly

Schools

  • Elementary School: CRUMLY CHAPEL
  • Middle School: BOTTENFIELD
  • High School: MINOR

Lot Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 21-00-01-3-009-003.000
  • Lot Description: Interior Lot, Subdivision

Green Features

  • Energy Green Features: Ceiling Fans, Storm Door

Tax Info

  • Tax District: COUNTY

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 21, 2017
Closed on
Oct 23, 2017
Sold by
Fuller Elaine B
Bought by
Smith Wayne E
Seller's Agent
Gina Trent-McLaughlin
Allen & Associates Realty, Inc
Buyer's Agent
Katherine Durant
Expert Realty, Inc
List Price
$109,900
Sold Price
$87,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$22,900
-20.84%
Current Estimated Value
$166,570

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$79,570
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.98%
Original Mortgage
$78,300
Outstanding Balance
$45,154
Interest Rate
3.83%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$136,496
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
Smith Wayne E $87,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Smith Wayne E $78,300
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
10/23/2017 10/23/17 Sold $87,000 -10.2% $50 / Sq Ft
08/12/2017 08/12/17 Price Changed $96,900 -5.8% $56 / Sq Ft
05/17/2017 05/17/17 Price Changed $102,900 -6.4% $59 / Sq Ft
04/21/2017 04/21/17 For Sale $109,900 -- $63 / 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 $598 $18,720 -- --
2023 $321 $18,720 $2,611 $16,109
2022 $620 $19,220 $2,610 $16,610
2021 $403 $14,230 $2,610 $11,620
2020 $403 $14,230 $2,610 $11,620
2019 $403 $28,460 $0 $0
2018 $0 $13,640 $0 $0
2017 $0 $13,640 $0 $0
2016 $0 $13,640 $0 $0
2015 -- $13,640 $0 $0
2014 $673 $12,360 $0 $0
2013 $673 $12,360 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Gina Trent-McLaughlin

    Seller's Agent in 2017

    Gina Trent-McLaughlin

    Allen & Associates Realty, Inc

    (205) 542-9999

    11 in this area

    125 Total Sales

    Gina Trent-McLaughlin
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  • Mary Allen

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2017

    Mary Allen

    Allen & Associates Realty, Inc

    (205) 541-9723

    11 in this area

    53 Total Sales

    Mary Allen
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    Buyer's Agent in 2017

    Katherine Durant

    Expert Realty, Inc

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Map

Source: Greater Alabama MLS

MLS Number: 778971

Greater Alabama MLS

APN: 21-00-01-3-009-003.000

Alabama Jefferson County Birmingham 35214 Forestdale

2521 Bow String Dr, Birmingham, AL

This home is located at 2521 Bow String Dr, Birmingham, AL 35214 since 21 April 2017 and is currently estimated at $166,570, approximately $96 per square foot. This property was built in 1977. 2521 Bow String Dr is a home located in Jefferson County with nearby schools including Minor Middle School, Minor High School, and Legacy Prep.

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