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Last Sold Price
4 beds4,242 sqft$95/sqft
1738 Shades Crest Road, Birmingham, AL 35216
Single FamilyProperty Type
1.35 acresLot Size
1969Year Built
$95/sq ftPrice per sq ft
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Sunsets await. Magnificent home with an amazing view of the city. Where do you find a home with this much square footage in Vestavia Hills with a view for less than 500k? You simply don’t. You’ll want to hurry to see this beautiful 4 bedroom, 3 bath home with renovated kitchen and finished basement. The screened in deck is simply amazing. You have to see this rare gem in the heart of Vestavia to appreciate just what an offer this is.Sunsets await. Magnificent home with an amazing view of the city. Where do you find a home with this much square footage in Vestavia Hills with a view for less than 500k? You simply don’t. You’ll want to hurry to see this beautiful 4 bedroom, 3 bath home with renovated kitchen and finished basement. The screened in deck is simply amazing. You have to see this rare gem in the heart of Vestavia to appreciate just what an offer this is.
  • Listed by: Connie Alexander 205.874.6709 connie@luxebhm.com Brokerage DRE #000116379 • JWRE Birmingham
  • Listed by: Steven Jacks 205.874.6709 steven@luxebhm.com Brokerage DRE #000116379 • JWRE Birmingham
Listing closed: 09/28/2018 12:00 AM • Source: Greater Alabama MLS, MLS#: 806142

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$640,000

Avg days on market

42

Sale-to-list ratio

97.6%

Birmingham, AL

9 comparable properties found

$545,000 | 1462 Shades Crest Road, Birmingham, AL 35226
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1

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Sold 03/10/26

4
Bedrooms
3,585
Square Feet
1.09
Acres
$760,000 | 2320 Overlook Crest, Birmingham, AL 35216
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Bedrooms
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Square Feet
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Acres
$620,000 | 2266 White Way, Birmingham, AL 35226
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Bedrooms
3,803
Square Feet
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Acres
$520,000 | 2713 Paden Trail, Birmingham, AL 35226
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Square Feet
0.44
Acres
$700,000 | 1304 Malibu Place, Birmingham, AL 35216
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Bedrooms
3,720
Square Feet
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Acres
$640,000 | 2317 Overlook Crest, Birmingham, AL 35216
1/37
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$640,000

Sold 12/18/25

4
Bedrooms
3,580
Square Feet
0.17
Acres
$1,150,000 | 2125 Vestavia Lake Drive, Birmingham, AL 35216
1/62
7

$1,150,000

Sold 03/13/25

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Bedrooms
3,928
Square Feet
0.49
Acres
$807,000 | 1821 Catala Road, Birmingham, AL 35216
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$807,000

Sold 03/31/25

4
Bedrooms
3,574
Square Feet
0.38
Acres
$500,000 | 2307 Lime Rock Road, Birmingham, AL 35216
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Bedrooms
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Square Feet
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Location

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Property Information for 1738 Shades Crest Road

Property Details
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: 2+ Story
  • View: Mountain(s)
  • Has View: Yes
  • Has Waterfront: No
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1969
  • Lot Size: 1.35 AC / 58,806 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: Hwy 31 North. Left (west) on Shades Crest. Home on right.
  • Latitude: 33.443511
  • Longitude: -86.807709
  • MLS Area Major: Liberty Park, Vestavia
  • Senior Community: No
Taxes and HOA
  • Association: No
  • Parcel Number: 29-00-25-2-001-051.000
School Information
  • Elementary School: VESTAVIA-EAST
  • High School: VESTAVIA HILLS
  • Middle Or Junior School: PIZITZ
Parking
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Garage Faces Front
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Lot Information
  • Lot Features: Few Trees
  • Lot Size Acres: 1.35
Property and Assessments
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 917.0
  • Living Area: 4242.0
  • Living Area Source: Appraiser
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1969
Building Features
  • Accessibility Features: Therapeutic Whirlpool
  • Construction Materials: Wood Siding
Farm Information
  • Horse: No
Utilities
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Door Features: French Doors
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Porch, Covered, Screened
  • Private Pool: No
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Double Oven, Gas Cooktop, Gas Water Heater, Dryer
  • Basement: Full, Block, Daylight, Concrete
  • Has Basement: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Has Cooling: Yes
  • Fireplace Features: Den, Family Room, Gas Starter, Wood Burning
  • Total Fireplaces: 2
  • Has Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
  • Heating: Central, Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Interior Features: Breakfast Bar, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Kitchen Island, Walk-In Closet(s), High Ceilings, Stone Counters, Master Downstairs
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Room, Main Level, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
  • Water Heater: Gas

Property History for 1738 Shades Crest Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Sep 28, 2018

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #632438463

$402,875

+5.2% / yr

Sep 28, 2018

Sold

Greater Alabama MLS #806142

$402,500
Aug 27, 2018

Contract Signed

Greater Alabama MLS #806142

DateEvent & SourcePrice
09/28/2018

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #632438463

$402,875

+5.2% / yr

09/28/2018

Sold

Greater Alabama MLS #806142

$402,500
08/27/2018

Contract Signed

Greater Alabama MLS #806142

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Public Records for 1738 Shades Crest Road

Taxable ValueLand-Additions-Total-
Tax Record2025$6,133 ($511 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt3,325 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,325 SqFtStories2Lot Size58,806 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1969ZoningR2CountyJEFFERSONAPN29-00-25-2-001-051.000Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 1738 Shades Crest Road

This home is within Vestavia Hills City School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 10 to 12
Public - 9
Rating
School
Distance
Vestavia Hills Elementary School East
PublicPK to 5

Louis Pizitz Middle School
Public6 to 8

Vestavia Hills High School
Public10 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 1738 Shades Crest Road, Birmingham, AL 35216
$402,500
4
4,242
58,806
$370,000
4
2,137
100,754
$1,499,900
5
5,161
152,460
$220,000
26,571
$220,000
4
1
2,658
26,690
$243,000
3
2,520
16,552

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