$339,000
SOLD SEP 16, 2020

5251 7th Ave S Birmingham, AL 35212

Crestwood North Neighborhood
3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,786 Sq Ft
0.33 Acres

Recently Sold

$190 Per Sq Ft

1 Day on Market

Highlights

  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
  • Attic
  • Corner Lot
  • Wood Flooring
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Stone Countertops

About This Home

As of September 2020

Positioned on a gorgeous DOUBLE corner lot is this AMAZING true Craftsman home in the sought after Crestwood area that offers all that you'd expect from true craftsman design.This spacious home boasts three bedrooms and one full bath on the main with a half bath in the basement. Invite friends, family and neighbors to one of the TWO craftsman porches with so much "one of a kind" detail.The spacious living and dining areas offer an open design and an abundance of beautiful windows with incredible views beautiful hardwood floors and wonderful ceiling height.Enjoy a morning coffee in the beautiful sun porch with updated windows and a tile floor.You will never want to leave.The updated kitchen features beautiful granite countertops and an abundance of wood cabinetry!All bedrooms offer wonderful closet space. Enjoy afternoons on the wonderful patio overlooking the beautiful yard with mature trees. This amazing double lot is home to an incredible carport offering storage and covered parking.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Trish Kren

Tinsley Realty Company Listed on: 08/14/2020

Last Buyer's Agent

Lauren Cobern

Keller Williams Realty Vestavia License #000116271

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,908

Year Built

  • Built in 1920

Lot Details

  • 0.33 Acre Lot
  • Corner Lot
  • Interior Lot
  • Few Trees

Home Design

  • Four Sided Brick Exterior Elevation

Interior Spaces

  • 1-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Brick Fireplace
  • Fireplace Features Masonry
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Window Treatments
  • French Doors
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Dining Room
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Pull Down Stairs to Attic

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Gas Oven
  • Stove
  • Dishwasher
  • Stone Countertops

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
  • Bathtub and Shower Combination in Primary Bathroom
  • Linen Closet In Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Washer and Electric Dryer Hookup

Unfinished Basement

  • Partial Basement
  • Laundry in Basement
  • Natural lighting in basement

Parking

  • 2 Carport Spaces
  • Garage on Main Level
  • Driveway
  • On-Street Parking
  • Uncovered Parking
  • Off-Street Parking

Eco-Friendly Details

  • ENERGY STAR/CFL/LED Lights

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Porch

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Programmable Thermostat
  • Electric Water Heater

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 23-00-28-1-008-001.000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,908

Year Built

Built in 1920

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Class: RESIDENTIAL
  • Property Access: Alley, Curb and Gutters, Paved Road, Public Road
  • Living Area: 1786
  • Legal Description: HARES RESURVEY 23-28-1 BK 226 PG 71 LOT 11A
  • List Price per Sq Ft: 189.81
  • Number Levels: 1-Story
  • Property Type: Single Family
  • Termite Company Name: Alabama Professional
  • Termite Contract: Yes
  • Year Built Description: Existing
  • Year Built: 1920
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 189.81
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Built: 1920

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: French Doors
  • Fireplace Details: Brick (FIREPL), Masonry
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room (FIREPL), Master Bedroom (FIREPL)
  • Fireplace Type: Woodburning
  • Floors: Hardwood, Tile Floor
  • Number Fireplaces: 2
  • Windows Treatments: Some to Remain
  • Bedroom/Bathroom Features: Linen Closet, Tub/Shower Combo
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Concatenated Rooms: |Living1|DiningRoom1|Kitchen1|Bedroom1|Bedroom1|MasterBR1|FullBath1|HalfBathB|Sunroom1|LaundryB|
  • Room 1: Living, On Level: 1
  • Room 2: Dining Room, On Level: 1
  • Room 3: Kitchen, On Level: 1
  • Room 4: Bedroom, On Level: 1
  • Room 5: Bedroom, On Level: 1
  • Room 6: Master Bedroom, On Level: 1
  • Room 7: Full Bath, On Level: 1
  • Room 8: Half Bath, On Level: B
  • Room 9: Sunroom, On Level: 1
  • Room 10: Laundry, On Level: B
  • Basement Rooms: Half Bath (LVL BSMT), Laundry (LVL BSMT)
  • Rooms Level 1: Bedroom (LVL 1), Dining Room (LVL 1), Full Bath (LVL 1), Kitchen (LVL 1), Living (LVL 1), Master Bedroom (LVL 1), Sunroom (LVL 1)
  • Basement Style: Partial Basement
  • Basement Style II: All Unfinished
  • Basement Style III: Daylight Basement
  • Kitchen Countertops: Stone (KIT)
  • Kitchen Equipment: Dishwasher Built-In, Oven-Gas, Refrigerator, Stove-Gas
  • Kitchen Features: Breakfast Bar, Eating Area, Pantry
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Laundry Dryer Hookup: Dryer-Electric
  • Laundry Features: Washer Hookup
  • Laundry Location: Laundry (BSMT)
  • Laundry Space: Basement Area
  • Attic: Yes
  • Attic Type: Pull-Down
  • Unfinished Basement Sq Ft: 816
  • Main Level Sq Ft: 1786

Exterior Features

  • Patio: Yes
  • Construction: 4 Sides Brick
  • Exterior Features: Storage Building, Porch
  • Foundation: Basement
  • Patio Type: Open (PATIO)
  • Water Heater: Electric (WTRHTR)

Garage/Parking

  • Number Carport Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Driveway Parking, Parking (MLVL), Off Street Parking, On Street Parking, Uncovered Parking

Utilities

  • Heating: Central (HEAT), Gas Heat
  • Cooling: Central (COOL), Electric (COOL)
  • Sewer/Septic System: Connected
  • Water: Public Water
  • HVAC Area: 1786

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Amenities: Sidewalks, Street Lights

Schools

  • Elementary School: AVONDALE
  • Middle School: PUTNAM, W E
  • High School: WOODLAWN

Lot Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 23-00-28-1-008-001.000
  • Lot Description: Corner Lot, Interior Lot, Some Trees
  • Number Acres: 0.33

Green Features

  • Energy Green Features: Ceiling Fans, Doub Paned Windows, LED Lighting, Programmable Thermostat

Tax Info

  • Tax District: BIRMINGHAM
  • Annual Tax: 1908

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 14, 2020
Closed on
Sep 16, 2020
Sold by
Sanders Kenneth L
Bought by
Bowen Matthew Douglas and Nelson Chloe Gail
Seller's Agent
Trish Kren
Tinsley Realty Company
Buyer's Agent
Lauren Cobern
Keller Williams Realty Vestavia
List Price
$339,000
Sold Price
$339,000
Current Estimated Value
$405,101

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$66,101
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.04%
Original Mortgage
$322,050
Outstanding Balance
$289,024
Interest Rate
2.9%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$121,422

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 6, 2017
Closed on
Mar 6, 2017
Sold by
Laura James Thomas
Bought by
Sanders Kenneth L and Sanders Catherine C
Seller's Agent
Liza Roitman
RealtySouth-MB-Crestline
Buyer's Agent
Lee Suttles
ARC Realty Mountain Brook
List Price
$299,000
Sold Price
$275,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$24,000
-8.03%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.12%
Original Mortgage
$247,500
Interest Rate
4.17%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 8, 2013
Closed on
Jul 26, 2013
Sold by
Hare Amelia B
Bought by
Laura James Thomas
Seller's Agent
Carey Martin Donaldson
RealtySouth-MB-Cahaba Rd
Buyer's Agent
Liza Roitman
RealtySouth-MB-Crestline
List Price
$219,900
Sold Price
$193,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$26,900
-12.23%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.28%
Original Mortgage
$183,000
Interest Rate
4.43%
Mortgage Type
Commercial

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 24, 1997
Sold by
Hinkle Kathy P and Hinkle Herb
Bought by
Hare Amelia B

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$70,000
Interest Rate
7.35%
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $339,000 --
Warranty Deed $275,000 --
Warranty Deed $193,000 --
Warranty Deed $119,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $322,050 New Conventional
Closed $322,050 No Value Available
Previous Owner $247,500 New Conventional
Previous Owner $183,000 Commercial
Previous Owner $91,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $70,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/16/2020 09/16/20 Sold $339,000 0.0% $190 / Sq Ft
08/14/2020 08/14/20 For Sale $339,000 +23.3% $190 / Sq Ft
03/10/2017 03/10/17 Sold $275,000 -8.0% $154 / Sq Ft
01/06/2017 01/06/17 For Sale $299,000 0.0% $167 / Sq Ft
02/15/2015 02/15/15 Rented $1,300 0.0% --
02/01/2015 02/01/15 Under Contract -- -- --
01/29/2015 01/29/15 For Rent $1,300 0.0% --
07/26/2013 07/26/13 Sold $193,000 -12.2% $108 / Sq Ft
06/21/2013 06/21/13 Pending -- -- --
05/08/2013 05/08/13 For Sale $219,900 -- $123 / 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 $2,624 $40,380 -- --
2022 $2,798 $39,570 $14,800 $24,770
2021 $2,483 $35,230 $20,280 $14,950
2020 $2,182 $31,070 $14,800 $16,270
2019 $1,909 $27,320 $0 $0
2018 $2,205 $31,400 $0 $0
2017 $1,967 $28,120 $0 $0
2016 $2,066 $29,480 $0 $0
2015 $1,967 $28,120 $0 $0
2014 $3,266 $28,460 $0 $0
2013 $3,266 $27,640 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Trish Kren

    Seller's Agent in 2020

    Trish Kren

    Tinsley Realty Company

    (205) 317-1151

    54 in this area

    111 Total Sales

    Trish Kren
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    Buyer's Agent in 2020

    Lauren Cobern

    Keller Williams Realty Vestavia

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  • Liza Roitman

    Seller's Agent in 2017

    Liza Roitman

    RealtySouth

    (205) 427-2247

    1 in this area

    86 Total Sales

    Liza Roitman
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  • Reba Myer

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2017

    Reba Myer

    LAH Sotheby's International Realty Homewood

    (205) 218-8318

    65 Total Sales

    Reba Myer
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  • Lee Suttles

    Buyer's Agent in 2017

    Lee Suttles

    ARC Realty Mountain Brook

    (205) 492-0870

    18 Total Sales

    Lee Suttles
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  • B

    Buyer's Agent in 2015

    Barbara Williams

    LAH Sotheby's International Realty Mountain Brook

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Map

Source: Greater Alabama MLS

MLS Number: 891992

Greater Alabama MLS

APN: 23-00-28-1-008-001.000

Alabama Jefferson County Birmingham 35212 Crestwood North

5251 7th Ave S, Birmingham, AL

This home is located at 5251 7th Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35212 and is currently priced at $339,000, approximately $189 per square foot. This property was built in 1920. 5251 7th Ave S is a home located in Jefferson County with nearby schools including Avondale Elementary School, W.E. Putnam Middle School Magnet, and Woodlawn High School-Magnet.

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