$675,000
SOLD MAY 19, 2025

913 Sims Ave Mountain Brook, AL 35213

2 Beds
1 Bath
1,296 Sq Ft
10,454 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$521 Per Sq Ft

13% Above List Price

0 Day on Market

Highlights

  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Wood Flooring
  • Solid Surface Countertops
  • Crestline Elementary School Rated A
  • Attic
  • Den

About This Home

As of May 2025

This charming Crestline Cottage is tucked away on a quiet street just 3 mins from Crestline Village. This 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom home features hardwoods throughout, an oversized den, & beautifully landscaped backyard. The recently updated front porch is perfect for relaxing & leads into a formal sitting room w/gas fireplace & bay window. Light-filled dining area flows into the updated kitchen w/painted cabinets, Quartzite countertops, shiplap walls, gas stove, marble backsplash, & custom hood. The spacious den addition offers great bonus space—ideal for entertaining or relaxing. A separate keeping room provides a perfect spot for a home office or workout area. The primary bedroom includes a generous closet, while the 2nd bedroom is great for guests or a nursery. The updated full bath features new tile flooring, vanity, & a tub/shower combo w/subway tile surround. Convenient to Crestline Village & Shops of Dunston Ave—this home is the perfect blend charm & location!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Fred Smith

RealtySouth-MB-Crestline Listed on: 05/02/2025

RealtySouth-MB-Crestline

Last Buyer's Agent

Ellen Melville

RealtySouth-MB-Cahaba Rd

RealtySouth-MB-Cahaba Rd

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1950

Lot Details

  • 10,454 Sq Ft Lot
  • Fenced Yard
  • Interior Lot
  • Few Trees

Home Design

  • Wood Siding
  • Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,296 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Crown Molding
  • Smooth Ceilings
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Window Treatments
  • Bay Window
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Room
  • Den
  • Crawl Space
  • Attic

Kitchen

  • Plumbed For Gas In Kitchen
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Stove
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Solid Surface Countertops

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom
  • Bathtub and Shower Combination in Primary Bathroom
  • Linen Closet In Bathroom

Laundry

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

Parking

  • Driveway
  • Off-Street Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Porch

Schools

  • Crestline Elementary School
  • Mountain Brook Middle School
  • Mountain Brook High School

Utilities

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

Listing and Financial Details

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1950

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Class: RESIDENTIAL
  • Property Access: Paved Road, Public Road
  • Down Payment Assistance: Yes
  • Down Payment Assistance URL: https://www.workforce-resource.com/dpr/listing/GALMLS/21417470?w=PubMLS
  • Living Area: 1296
  • Legal Description: Lot 3 & W 1/2 Of Lot 2 Blk 3 Mcelwaine
  • Number Levels: 1-Story
  • Property Type: Single Family
  • Year Built Description: Existing
  • Year Built: 1950
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Built: 1950

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Bay Window
  • Fireplace Details: Gas Starter
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room (FIREPL)
  • Fireplace Type: Gas (FIREPL)
  • Floors: Hardwood, Tile Floor
  • Number Fireplaces: 1
  • Windows Treatments: Some to Remain
  • Bedroom/Bathroom Features: Linen Closet, Shared Bath, Tub/Shower Combo
  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Concatenated Rooms: |Living1|DiningRoom1|Kitchen1|Den1|Bedroom1|Bedroom1|FullBath1|Laundry1|
  • Room 1: Living, On Level: 1
  • Room 2: Dining Room, On Level: 1
  • Room 3: Kitchen, On Level: 1
  • Room 4: Den/Family, On Level: 1
  • Room 5: Bedroom, On Level: 1
  • Room 6: Bedroom, On Level: 1
  • Room 7: Full Bath, On Level: 1
  • Room 8: Laundry, On Level: 1
  • Rooms Level 1: Bedroom (LVL 1), Den/Family (LVL 1), Dining Room (LVL 1), Full Bath (LVL 1), Kitchen (LVL 1), Laundry (LVL 1), Living (LVL 1)
  • Kitchen Countertops: Solid Surface
  • Kitchen Equipment: Cooktop-Gas, Dishwasher Built-In, Plumbed for Gas in Kit, Refrigerator, Some Stainless Appl, Stove-Gas
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Laundry Dryer Hookup: Dryer-Electric
  • Laundry Features: Washer Hookup
  • Laundry Location: Laundry (MLVL)
  • Laundry Space: Closet
  • Attic: Yes
  • Main Level Sq Ft: 1296

Exterior Features

  • Construction: Siding-Other, Siding-Wood
  • Exterior Features: Fenced Yard, Porch
  • Foundation: Crawl Space
  • Water Heater: Tankless

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Driveway Parking, Off Street Parking

Utilities

  • Heating: Central (HEAT), Gas Heat
  • Cooling: Central (COOL), Electric (COOL)
  • Sewer/Septic System: Connected
  • Water: Public Water
  • HVAC Area: 1296
  • Internet Service Availability: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Amenities: Sidewalks

Lot Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 23-00-34-3-003-005.000
  • Lot Description: Interior Lot, Some Trees
  • Number Acres: 0.24

Tax Info

  • Tax District: MOUNTAIN BROOK

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: CRESTLINE
  • High School: MOUNTAIN BROOK
  • Jr Middle School: MOUNTAIN BROOK

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 30, 2020
Closed on
Dec 30, 2020
Sold by
Hill Lida I
Bought by
Underwood Davis H and Parish Mary A
Seller's Agent
Helen Catherine Smith
LAH Sotheby's International Realty Mountain Brook
Buyer's Agent
Fred Smith
RealtySouth-MB-Crestline
List Price
$469,500
Sold Price
$460,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$9,500
-2.02%
Current Estimated Value
$686,345

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$226,345
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.25%
Original Mortgage
$437,000
Outstanding Balance
$389,130
Interest Rate
2.71%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$297,215

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 14, 1998
Sold by
Walton Scott A
Bought by
Hill Lida I

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$120,800
Interest Rate
6.84%
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $460,000 --
Warranty Deed $151,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $437,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $120,800 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
05/19/2025 05/19/25 Sold $675,000 +12.5% $521 / Sq Ft
05/02/2025 05/02/25 Pending -- -- --
05/02/2025 05/02/25 For Sale $599,900 +30.4% $463 / Sq Ft
12/30/2020 12/30/20 Sold $460,000 -2.0% $351 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
11/30/2020 11/30/20 For Sale $469,500 -- $359 / 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 $5,478 $59,580 -- --
2022 $5,513 $52,390 $42,220 $10,170
2021 $4,750 $46,600 $42,220 $4,380
2020 $4,120 $40,450 $36,400 $4,050
2019 $3,645 $39,700 $0 $0
2018 $2,850 $31,100 $0 $0
2017 $2,955 $32,240 $0 $0
2016 $0 $30,200 $0 $0
2015 $2,509 $30,200 $0 $0
2014 $2,509 $27,420 $0 $0
2013 $2,509 $27,420 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Greater Alabama MLS

MLS Number: 21417470

Greater Alabama MLS

APN: 23-00-34-3-003-005.000