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Last Sold Price
5 beds4,626 sqft$270/sqft
1784 Shades Crest Road, Birmingham, AL 35216
Single FamilyProperty Type
5.60 acresLot Size
1977Year Built
$270/sq ftPrice per sq ft
3 carsParking Spaces

Description

Rare opportunity to own 5.6 acres in Vestavia Hills! Enchanting 1970s custom 5 BR/3.5 BA architectural gem nestled near East Elementary and Vestavia Country Club with panoramic views of both nature and the city! The sprawling acreage unfolds like a secret garden, complete with meandering trails, charming gazebo & a playful bridge to complete the picturesque landscape. As you step into the main house, you're greeted by a symphony of custom finishes that celebrate both the artistry of the 1970s & the...Rare opportunity to own 5.6 acres in Vestavia Hills! Enchanting 1970s custom 5 BR/3.5 BA architectural gem nestled near East Elementary and Vestavia Country Club with panoramic views of both nature and the city! The sprawling acreage unfolds like a secret garden, complete with meandering trails, charming gazebo & a playful bridge to complete the picturesque landscape. As you step into the main house, you're greeted by a symphony of custom finishes that celebrate both the artistry of the 1970s & the timelessness of nature. The living room is a masterpiece of design, anchored by a stunning stone fireplace that reaches to the vaulted ceiling, along with floor to ceiling windows. As you venture outside, the property reveals more of its architectural charm with a grand art studio (or guest cottage) add'l 651 sqft equipped w/living space, dark-room, kitchenette/bath & loft. One of a kind property zoned for East Elementary! Showings start 9/23
Listing closed: 10/24/2025 12:00 AM • Source: Greater Alabama MLS, MLS#: 21431720

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$1,250,000

Avg days on market

7

Sale-to-list ratio

99.3%

Birmingham, AL

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Location

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Principal and Interest

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Property Taxes

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Property Information for 1784 Shades Crest Road

Property Details
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: 2+ Story
  • Subdivision Name: VESTAVIA
  • View: City
  • Has View: Yes
  • Has Waterfront: No
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1977
  • Lot Size: 5.60 AC / 243,935 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: HWY 31 S, right onto Shades Crest Road, home will be on the right. Driveway sneaks up on you, be looking for the address digits on the mailbox.
  • Latitude: 33.446999
  • Longitude: -86.805223
  • MLS Area Major: Liberty Park, Vestavia
  • Senior Community: No
Taxes and HOA
  • Parcel Number: 29-00-25-2-001-058.000
School Information
  • Elementary School: VESTAVIA-EAST
  • High School: VESTAVIA HILLS
  • Middle Or Junior School: PIZITZ
Parking
  • Carport Spaces: 1.0
  • Carport: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Off Street, Garage Faces Side, Driveway
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Lot Information
  • Lot Features: Wooded, Interior Lot
  • Lot Size Acres: 5.6
  • Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
Property and Assessments
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 1542.0
  • Living Area: 4626.0
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1977
Building Features
  • Other Structures: Gazebo, Workshop, Greenhouse
Farm Information
  • Horse: No
Utilities
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Door Features: French Doors
  • Exterior Features: Lighting
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio, Porch, Screened, Covered
  • Private Pool: No
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Gas Water Heater, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
  • Basement: Full, Finished, Daylight
  • Has Basement: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Dual
  • Has Cooling: Yes
  • Fireplace Features: Den, Gas Starter, Great Room, Wood Burning, Gas Log, Stone, Gas
  • Total Fireplaces: 2
  • Has Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
  • Interior Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Pantry, High Ceilings, Wet Bar, Recessed Lighting, Master Downstairs
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Room, Main Level, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Sink
  • Water Heater: Gas
  • Window Features: Double Pane Windows, Window Treatments
Room Information
Room 1
  • Type: Kitchen
Room 2
  • Type: Bathroom 3
Room 3
  • Type: Family Room
Room 4
  • Type: Bathroom 2
Room 5
  • Type: Bedroom 2
Room 6
  • Type: Bedroom 3
Room 7
  • Type: Dining Room
Room 8
  • Type: Bedroom 4
Room 9
  • Type: Master Bedroom
Room 10
  • Type: Master Bathroom
Room 12
  • Type: Bedroom 5

Property History for 1784 Shades Crest Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 24, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1917171107

$1,250,000
Oct 24, 2025

Sold

Greater Alabama MLS #21431720

$1,250,000
Sep 26, 2025

Contract Signed

Greater Alabama MLS #21431720

DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/24/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1917171107

$1,250,000
10/24/2025

Sold

Greater Alabama MLS #21431720

$1,250,000
09/26/2025

Contract Signed

Greater Alabama MLS #21431720

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 1784 Shades Crest Road

Taxable ValueLand-Additions-Total-
Tax Record2025$8,006 ($667 / month)
Home Facts
Beds5Baths4.5Total Finished SqFt3,084 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,084 SqFtStories2Lot Size243,936 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1977ZoningR1CountyJEFFERSONAPN29-00-25-2-001-058.000Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 1784 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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