Seller's Agent in 2025
Amy Lawson
RealtySouth
(205) 215-0284
15 in this area
173 Total Sales
861 Forrest Dr Birmingham, AL 35209
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,344
Sq Ft
7,841
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Screened Deck
- Wood Flooring
- Stone Countertops
- Edgewood Elementary School Rated A+
- Attic
- Screened Porch
About This Home
As of March 2025Adorable Cottage on a quiet, dead end street in Edgewood. Walking distance to the elementary school, parks, shops and restaurants. Minutes from downtown, UAB and Samford. This charming home boast a fireplace, large open dinning area and 2 generous bedrooms. The kitchen has been renovated with plenty of cabinet space. Outside you will find a lovely screened in porch, fenced yard with a stone grill. Alley parking will also lead you to a new carport, granting easy access. Exterior painted 2022, roof 2022, HVAC 2018. Make your appointment to see!
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $3,190
Year Built
- Built in 1945
Lot Details
- 7,841 Sq Ft Lot
- Fenced Yard
Home Design
- Wood Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1,344 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Smooth Ceilings
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Brick Fireplace
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Dining Room
- Screened Porch
- Wood Flooring
- Crawl Space
- Pull Down Stairs to Attic
Kitchen
- Electric Oven
- Electric Cooktop
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen Island
- Stone Countertops
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- Walk-In Closet
- 2 Full Bathrooms
- Bathtub and Shower Combination in Primary Bathroom
- Separate Shower
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry on main level
- Washer and Electric Dryer Hookup
Parking
- Detached Garage
- 1 Carport Space
- Driveway
- On-Street Parking
Outdoor Features
- Screened Deck
Schools
- Edgewood Elementary School
- Homewood Middle School
- Homewood High School
Utilities
- Central Heating
- Heating System Uses Gas
- Electric Water Heater
Listing and Financial Details
- Visit Down Payment Resource Website
- Assessor Parcel Number 29-00-13-3-010-033.000
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Feb 27, 2025
Closed on
Mar 19, 2025
Sold by
Minor Carolyn Ansley
Bought by
Johnson William and Hughes Cecilia
Seller's Agent
Amy Lawson
RealtySouth-MB-Cahaba Rd
Buyer's Agent
Scott Heath
ARC Realty Vestavia
List Price
$514,900
Sold Price
$565,000
Premium/Discount to List
$50,100
9.73%
Views
47
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
-$5,007
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-1.55%
Original Mortgage
$477,700
Outstanding Balance
$475,264
Interest Rate
6.89%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$84,729
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 14, 2022
Sold by
Minor Thomas J
Bought by
Minor Caroline Ansley
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 12, 2017
Closed on
Aug 3, 2017
Sold by
Gosney Matthew C
Bought by
Minor Caroline Ansley and Minor Thomas J
Seller's Agent
Scott Boudreaux
LAH Sotheby's International Realty Crestline
Buyer's Agent
Amy Lawson
RealtySouth-MB-Cahaba Rd
List Price
$324,900
Sold Price
$322,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$2,900
-0.89%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.98%
Purchase Details
Listed on
Feb 6, 2012
Closed on
Jun 15, 2012
Sold by
Reeves Josh A
Bought by
Gosney Matthew C
Seller's Agent
Jason Cook
eXp Realty, LLC Central
Buyer's Agent
MLS Non-member Company
Birmingham Non-Member Office
List Price
$222,900
Sold Price
$203,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$19,400
-8.7%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.34%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 1, 2009
Sold by
Hartman Mary Royldene
Bought by
Reeves Josh A and Reeves Courtney L
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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 | $565,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Quit Claim Deed | $413,000 | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | $322,000 | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | $203,500 | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | -- | None Available |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $477,700 | New Conventional |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/19/2025 03/19/25 | Sold | $565,000 | +9.7% | $420 / Sq Ft | |
| 02/27/2025 02/27/25 | For Sale | $514,900 | +59.9% | $383 / Sq Ft | |
| 08/03/2017 08/03/17 | Sold | $322,000 | -0.9% | $240 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 07/12/2017 07/12/17 | For Sale | $324,900 | +59.7% | $242 / Sq Ft | |
| 06/15/2012 06/15/12 | Sold | $203,500 | -8.7% | $155 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 06/14/2012 06/14/12 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 02/06/2012 02/06/12 | For Sale | $222,900 | -- | $170 / 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 | $3,190 | $43,480 | -- | -- |
| 2022 | $3,219 | $43,860 | $33,500 | $10,360 |
| 2021 | $3,027 | $41,290 | $33,500 | $7,790 |
| 2020 | $2,962 | $40,430 | $33,500 | $6,930 |
| 2019 | $2,915 | $39,820 | $0 | $0 |
| 2018 | $2,420 | $33,220 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $2,122 | $31,540 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $2,082 | $28,700 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $2,082 | $28,700 | $0 | $0 |
| 2014 | $3,293 | $22,500 | $0 | $0 |
| 2013 | $3,293 | $22,500 | $0 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Amy Lawson
-
Scott Heath
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Scott Heath
ARC Realty Vestavia
(205) 532-3882
9 in this area
196 Total Sales
-
Scott Boudreaux
Seller's Agent in 2017
Scott Boudreaux
LAH Sotheby's International Realty Crestline
(205) 588-8474
18 in this area
128 Total Sales
-
J
Seller's Agent in 2012
Jason Cook
eXp Realty, LLC Central
-
M
Buyer's Agent in 2012
MLS Non-member Company
Birmingham Non-Member Office
Map
Source: Greater Alabama MLS
MLS Number: 21410508
APN: 29-00-13-3-010-033.000
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