$305,000
SOLD APR 15, 2025
2 Beds
1 Bath
1,010 Sq Ft
6,098 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$302 Per Sq Ft

2% Above List Price

2 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Wood Flooring
  • Corner Lot
  • Outdoor Fireplace
  • Attic
  • Stone Countertops

About This Home

As of April 2025

Discover the fully renovated bungalow at 538 5th St S, a home designed with both style and functionality in mind. Abundant natural light and a classic brick wood-burning fireplace create a welcoming atmosphere, while the open floor plan ensures effortless flow between spaces. The kitchen features high-quality finishes, including stone countertops, tile flooring, a stainless steel stove, built-in dishwasher, custom hood vent, and open shelving for added character. The primary suite offers a peaceful retreat, highlighted by generous windows and a walk-in closet with a sliding barn door. The en-suite bathroom is thoughtfully designed, featuring floor-to-ceiling tile, an open shower with a glass partition, and a standalone tub. Outside, the backyard provides a versatile space for relaxation or entertaining, complete with steppingstones, a fire pit, and plenty of seating options.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Chris Carlisle

LAH Sotheby's International Realty Crestline Listed on: 03/13/2025

Co-Listed By

Jessica Daviston

LAH Sotheby's International Realty Homewood

Last Buyer's Agent

Betsy Reamer

Ray & Poynor Properties

Ray & Poynor Properties

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1930

Lot Details

  • 6,098 Sq Ft Lot
  • Fenced Yard
  • Corner Lot
  • Few Trees

Parking

  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Brick Foundation
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,010 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Smooth Ceilings
  • Ceiling height of 9 feet or more
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Brick Fireplace
  • Window Treatments
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Wood Flooring
  • Crawl Space
  • Pull Down Stairs to Attic

Kitchen

  • Gas Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Stone Countertops

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 1 Full Bathroom
  • Garden Bath
  • Separate Shower

Laundry

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

Eco-Friendly Details

  • ENERGY STAR/CFL/LED Lights

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Patio
  • Outdoor Fireplace
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Porch

Schools

  • Avondale Elementary School
  • Putnam Middle School
  • Woodlawn High School

Utilities

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

Listing and Financial Details

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1930

Lot Details

6,098 Sq Ft Lot

Listing Details

  • Class: RESIDENTIAL
  • Property Access: Paved Road
  • Down Payment Assistance: Yes
  • Down Payment Assistance URL: https://www.workforce-resource.com/dpr/listing/GALMLS/21412281?w=PubMLS
  • Living Area: 1010
  • Legal Description: N 27 Ft S Lot 30 & S 27 Ft S Lot 31 Blk 1 Woodlawn Rlty Cos 5th Add
  • Number Levels: 1-Story
  • Property Type: Single Family
  • Year Built Description: Existing
  • Year Built: 1930
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Built: 1930

Interior Features

  • Fireplace Details: Brick (FIREPL)
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room (FIREPL)
  • Fireplace Type: Woodburning
  • Floors: Hardwood
  • Number Fireplaces: 1
  • Windows Treatments: All
  • Bedroom/Bathroom Features: Garden Tub, Separate Shower, Shared Bath, Walk-In Closets
  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Concatenated Rooms: |Living1|Kitchen1|Laundry1|MasterBR1|Bedroom1|FullBath1|
  • Room 1: Living, On Level: 1
  • Room 2: Kitchen, On Level: 1
  • Room 3: Laundry, On Level: 1
  • Room 4: Master Bedroom, On Level: 1
  • Room 5: Bedroom, On Level: 1
  • Room 6: Full Bath, On Level: 1
  • Rooms Level 1: Bedroom (LVL 1), Full Bath (LVL 1), Kitchen (LVL 1), Laundry (LVL 1), Living (LVL 1), Master Bedroom (LVL 1)
  • Kitchen Countertops: Stone (KIT)
  • Kitchen Equipment: Dishwasher Built-In, Oven-Gas
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Laundry Dryer Hookup: Dryer-Electric
  • Laundry Features: Washer Hookup
  • Laundry Location: Laundry (MLVL)
  • Laundry Space: Room
  • Attic: Yes
  • Attic Type: Pull-Down
  • Main Level Sq Ft: 1010

Exterior Features

  • Patio: Yes
  • Construction: Brick Over Foundation, Siding-Vinyl
  • Decks: Yes
  • Decks Type: Open (DECK)
  • Exterior Features: Fenced Yard, Fireplace, Lighting System, Porch
  • Foundation: Crawl Space
  • Patio Type: Open (PATIO)
  • Water Heater: Electric (WTRHTR)

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Driveway Parking

Utilities

  • Heating: Central (HEAT), Gas Heat
  • Cooling: Central (COOL), Electric (COOL)
  • Sewer/Septic System: Connected
  • Water: Public Water
  • HVAC Area: 1010
  • Internet Service Availability: Yes
  • Internet Service Provider: unknown

Lot Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 23-00-28-2-008-030.000
  • Lot Description: Corner Lot, Some Trees
  • Number Acres: 0.14

Green Features

  • Energy Green Features: LED Lighting

Tax Info

  • Tax District: BIRMINGHAM

MLS Schools

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

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 13, 2025
Closed on
Apr 15, 2025
Sold by
Barpala Llc
Bought by
Jones Joshua Matthew and Jones Allison Claire
Seller's Agent
Chris Carlisle
LAH Sotheby's International Realty Crestline
Buyer's Agent
Betsy Reamer
Ray & Poynor Properties
List Price
$299,000
Sold Price
$305,000
Premium/Discount to List
$6,000
2.01%
Views
13
Current Estimated Value
$314,854

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$9,854
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.40%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 19, 2003
Sold by
Spivey Helenmarie D
Bought by
Spivey G A
Source: Public Records
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Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $305,000 --
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
04/15/2025 04/15/25 Sold $305,000 +2.0% $302 / Sq Ft
03/13/2025 03/13/25 For Sale $299,000 -- $296 / 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
2025 -- $27,860 -- --
2024 -- $27,860 -- --
2022 $0 $23,630 $14,800 $8,830
2021 $1,447 $25,440 $20,280 $5,160
2020 $1,447 $21,660 $14,800 $6,860
2019 $1,447 $19,960 $0 $0
2018 $2,220 $30,620 $0 $0
2017 $2,172 $29,960 $0 $0
2016 $2,298 $31,700 $0 $0
2015 $2,298 $29,960 $0 $0
2014 $2,026 $30,280 $0 $0
2013 $2,026 $29,560 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Greater Alabama MLS

MLS Number: 21412281

Greater Alabama MLS

APN: 23-00-28-2-008-030.000

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