Seller's Agent in 2023
Graham Holmes
ARC Realty Vestavia
(205) 908-4975
6 in this area
59 Total Sales
523 Park Ave Birmingham, AL 35226
Bluff Park NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $348,000 - $382,000
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,449
Sq Ft
$257/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Deck
- Wood Flooring
- Stone Countertops
- Bluff Park Elementary School Rated A
- Attic
- Den
About This Home
As of May 2023Beautifully updated home on one of Bluff Park’s most-desired streets. Just one block from elementary school, Bluff Park & Shades Cliff Pool. Wonderful natural light, refinished hardwoods in most living areas & ceramic tile in bathrooms & laundry. Kitchen updated 2020: cabinets, quartz c-tops & backsplash/wall, black matte apps, gas stove, dishwasher, pantry with coffee bar/cabinet, recessed lighting, convenient GE WiFi Kitchen Hub/Vent, smart faucet, large eating space and the laundry is just a few feet away. Warmly-lighted den with built-in bookshelf. Updated master bathroom. Hall bathroom completely renovated down to the studs in 2019: neutral tile & champagne bronze fixtures. Fenced backyard with new deck in 2022, vinyl windows 2020, new septic lines & the exterior painted 2021. Fenced backyard offers a gravel entertaining/grilling space, zip line & storage building. Other features: concrete crawlspace area is great for storage, pull-down attic access & circular driveway.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $1,745
Year Built
- Built in 1955
Lot Details
- 0.38 Acre Lot
- Fenced Yard
- Irregular Lot
- Few Trees
Parking
- Circular Driveway
Home Design
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Wood Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1,449 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Smooth Ceilings
- Recessed Lighting
- Dining Room
- Den
- Crawl Space
- Pull Down Stairs to Attic
Kitchen
- Stove
- Dishwasher
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Stone Countertops
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Concrete
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- Bathtub and Shower Combination in Primary Bathroom
- Linen Closet In Bathroom
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry on main level
- Sink Near Laundry
- Washer and Electric Dryer Hookup
Outdoor Features
- Deck
Schools
- Bluff Park Elementary School
- Simmons Middle School
- Hoover High School
Utilities
- Central Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Gas
- Gas Water Heater
- Septic Tank
Community Details
- Community Playground
- Park
Listing and Financial Details
- Visit Down Payment Resource Website
- Tax Lot 182
- Assessor Parcel Number 39-00-04-4-016-007.000
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 20, 2023
Closed on
May 24, 2023
Sold by
Lafferty Andrew J and Lafferty Laura J
Bought by
Bullock Christopher David and Beck Meagan Elizabeth
Seller's Agent
Graham Holmes
ARC Realty Vestavia
Buyer's Agent
Savannah McFarland
ARC Realty - Hoover
List Price
$339,900
Sold Price
$357,000
Premium/Discount to List
$17,100
5.03%
Total Days on Market
2
Views
53
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$15,277
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-0.52%
Original Mortgage
$339,150
Outstanding Balance
$331,914
Interest Rate
6.43%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$20,855
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 26, 2016
Closed on
Jul 20, 2016
Sold by
Kesterson Zachariah S
Bought by
Lafferty Andrew J and Lafferty Laura J
Seller's Agent
Jessica Daviston
LAH Sotheby's International Realty Homewood
Buyer's Agent
Graham Holmes
ARC Realty Vestavia
List Price
$219,000
Sold Price
$219,000
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.39%
Original Mortgage
$189,500
Interest Rate
3.56%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 6, 2014
Closed on
May 15, 2014
Sold by
Romero Stanley A
Bought by
Kesterson Zachariah S and Kesterson Catherine M
Seller's Agent
James Harwell
RealtySouth-Over the Mtn
Buyer's Agent
John Truss
ARC Realty Vestavia
List Price
$174,900
Sold Price
$162,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$12,900
-7.38%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
14.83%
Original Mortgage
$153,900
Interest Rate
4.32%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 31, 2005
Sold by
Hecklinski Al and Hecklinski Casey
Bought by
Romero Stanley A and Romero June W
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$148,950
Interest Rate
5.62%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 31, 2003
Sold by
Briggs Randolph H
Bought by
Hecklinski Al and Hecklinski Casey
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$134,425
Interest Rate
5.42%
Mortgage Type
Balloon
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bullock Christopher David | $357,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Lafferty Andrew J | $219,000 | -- | |
| Kesterson Zachariah S | $162,000 | -- | |
| Romero Stanley A | $165,500 | -- | |
| Hecklinski Al | $141,500 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Bullock Christopher David | $339,150 | |
| Previous Owner | Lafferty Andrew J | $53,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Lafferty Andrew J | $189,500 | |
| Previous Owner | Kesterson Zachariah S | $153,900 | |
| Previous Owner | Romero Stanley A | $148,950 | |
| Previous Owner | Hecklinski Al | $21,250 | |
| Previous Owner | Hecklinski Alan J | $136,500 | |
| Previous Owner | Hecklinski Al | $134,425 | |
| Previous Owner | Briggs Randolph H | $35,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/24/2023 05/24/23 | Sold | $357,000 | +5.0% | $246 / Sq Ft |
| 03/20/2023 03/20/23 | For Sale | $339,900 | +55.2% | $235 / Sq Ft |
| 07/20/2016 07/20/16 | Sold | $219,000 | 0.0% | $149 / Sq Ft |
| 05/26/2016 05/26/16 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/26/2016 05/26/16 | For Sale | $219,000 | +35.2% | $149 / Sq Ft |
| 05/16/2014 05/16/14 | Sold | $162,000 | -7.4% | $111 / Sq Ft |
| 04/28/2014 04/28/14 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/06/2014 04/06/14 | For Sale | $174,900 | -- | $119 / 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 | $1,910 | $30,080 | -- | -- |
| 2022 | $1,745 | $24,760 | $12,400 | $12,360 |
| 2021 | $1,566 | $22,300 | $12,400 | $9,900 |
| 2020 | $1,475 | $21,030 | $12,400 | $8,630 |
| 2019 | $1,422 | $20,320 | $0 | $0 |
| 2018 | $1,052 | $15,220 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $968 | $14,060 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $901 | $13,140 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $901 | $13,140 | $0 | $0 |
| 2014 | $1,845 | $12,840 | $0 | $0 |
| 2013 | $1,845 | $25,200 | $0 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Graham Holmes
-
Savannah McFarland
Buyer's Agent in 2023
Savannah McFarland
ARC Realty - Hoover
(256) 293-0675
4 in this area
188 Total Sales
-
Jessica Daviston
Seller's Agent in 2016
Jessica Daviston
LAH Sotheby's International Realty Homewood
(205) 475-2008
7 in this area
107 Total Sales
-
J
Seller's Agent in 2014
James Harwell
RealtySouth
-
John Truss
Buyer's Agent in 2014
John Truss
ARC Realty Vestavia
(205) 531-6746
5 in this area
40 Total Sales
Map
Source: Greater Alabama MLS
MLS Number: 1348531
APN: 39-00-04-4-016-007.000
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