1739 Kensington Road

Birmingham, AL 35209

$927,500
Last Sold Price
4
Beds
3,218 Sq. Ft.
$288 / Sq. Ft.
3,218
Sq. Ft.
$288
per Sq. Ft.
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Sold 9/9/25
Sold 9/9/25

Description

Located in the prestigious Mayfair area of Homewood, this meticulously renovated residence presents an exceptional living opportunity. The property features 4 bedrooms, 4.5 bathrooms , thoughtfully designed for comfortable living. The home offers captivating sunset views from its front deck, overlooking Overton Park. Recent renovations include new windows, new doors, a new roof, new HVAC, new wiring, and new plumbing. The interior has newly installed hardwood floors and a completely remodeled kitchen....Located in the prestigious Mayfair area of Homewood, this meticulously renovated residence presents an exceptional living opportunity. The property features 4 bedrooms, 4.5 bathrooms , thoughtfully designed for comfortable living. The home offers captivating sunset views from its front deck, overlooking Overton Park. Recent renovations include new windows, new doors, a new roof, new HVAC, new wiring, and new plumbing. The interior has newly installed hardwood floors and a completely remodeled kitchen. The kitchen features stainless steel appliances, a gas cooktop, soft-close cabinetry, and a breakfast bar island. New paint on interior and exterior, complementing the new open floor plan. Newly renovated bathrooms, including a master bathroom with a large shower and separate vanities. The finished basement provides additional living space with a den, a bedroom, a full bath. A two-car carport, ample parking complete this exceptional property on one of Homewood's most sought-after streets
  1. Listed by Brad Bozeman • Brokerage DRE #149565 • ARC Realty Vestavia
    P: (205)-969-8910 C: (205)-960-5992 soldbybozeman@gmail.com
  2. Listed by Betty Minor • Brokerage DRE #149565 • ARC Realty Vestavia
    P: (205)-969-8910 C: (205)-222-4218 soldbybettyminor@gmail.com

Property Details for 1739 Kensington Road

Architectural Style
1-Story
Subdivision Name
MAYFAIR
View
Mountain(s)
Has View
Yes
Has Waterfront
No
LISTING CLOSED: 09/09/2025 12:00 AM

Property Details for 1739 Kensington Road

StatusSold
MLS #21428937
Days on Market2
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1955
Lot Size0.42 AC / 18,295 SF
CountyJefferson County
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Sold By LAH Sotheby's International Realty Homewood

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Building Information for 1739 Kensington Road

Stories-Year Built1955Building Size-Lot Size0.42 AC / 18,295 SF

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Property Information for 1739 Kensington Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: US Hwy 31 N turn right onto Mayfair Dr; Left onto Wellington Rd; Right onto Kensington Rd.
  • Latitude: 33.472434
  • Longitude: -86.793609
  • MLS Area Major: Homewood
  • Senior Community: No
Taxes and HOA
  • Parcel Number: 28-00-18-2-010-015.000
School Information
  • Elementary School: SHADES CAHABA
  • High School: HOMEWOOD
  • Middle Or Junior School: HOMEWOOD
Parking
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport Spaces: 2.0
  • Carport: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached, Driveway
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Lot Information
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.42
Property and Assessments
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 945.0
  • Living Area: 3218.0
  • Living Area Source: Appraiser
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1955
Building Features
  • Construction Materials: Brick
Farm Information
  • Horse: No
Green Features
  • Green Energy Efficient: Lighting
  • Green Energy Generation: Wind
Utilities
  • Utilities: Sewer Connected
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Community Features: Park, Street Lights
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Patio, Porch
  • Private Pool: No
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Cooktop, Electric Oven, Gas Cooktop, Microwave, Gas Water Heater, Dryer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances, Self Cleaning Oven, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
  • Basement: Full, Daylight
  • Has Basement: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 5
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
  • Has Cooling: Yes
  • Fireplace Features: Great Room, Wood Burning, Stone
  • Total Fireplaces: 1
  • Has Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Marble, Tile
  • Heating: Central, Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Interior Features: Breakfast Bar, Kitchen Island, Walk-In Closet(s), Pantry, High Ceilings, Recessed Lighting, Stone Counters, Master Downstairs, Eat-in Kitchen
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Room, Main Level, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
  • Water Heater: Gas
  • Window Features: Double Pane Windows
Room Information
Room 1
  • Type: Family Room
Room 2
  • Type: Great Room
Room 3
  • Type: Master Bathroom
Room 4
  • Type: Bedroom 2
Room 5
  • Type: Bathroom 4
Room 6
  • Type: Bathroom 2
Room 7
  • Type: Master Bedroom
Room 8
  • Type: Kitchen
Room 9
  • Type: Dining Room
Room 11
  • Type: Bedroom 3
Room 12
  • Type: Bathroom 3

Property History for 1739 Kensington Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Sep 9, 2025

Sold

Greater Alabama MLS #21428937

$927,500—
Aug 25, 2025

Contract Out

Greater Alabama MLS #21428937

—
Aug 25, 2025

Contract Signed

Greater Alabama MLS #21428937

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DateEvent & SourcePrice
09/09/2025

Sold

Greater Alabama MLS #21428937

$927,500
08/25/2025

Contract Out

Greater Alabama MLS #21428937

—
08/25/2025

Contract Signed

Greater Alabama MLS #21428937

—

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Schools near 1739 Kensington Road

This home is within Homewood City School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Shades Cahaba Elementary School
Public - K to 5
Homewood Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Homewood High School
Public - 9 to 12
Creative Montessori School
Private - PK to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Shades Cahaba Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Homewood Middle School
Public6 to 8

Homewood High School
Public9 to 12

Creative Montessori School
PrivatePK to 8

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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