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Last Sold Price
3 beds3,428 sqft

349 Shades Crest Road, Birmingham, AL 35226

Single FamilyProperty Type
0.94 acresLot Size
1949Year Built
$149/sq ftPrice per sq ft
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Panoramic views from the front, your own private park in the back and in the center, one of the most beautiful homes on the Crest. Only two owners have lived in this custom built, one of a kind classic. It is the perfect blend of 1940's charm, modern updates, elegance and warmth. The kitchen features the original metal cabinetry, stainless steel countertops and a gas top/electric stove-so charming! The dining room features built in cabinetry and french doors leading to the side porch-the perfect...Panoramic views from the front, your own private park in the back and in the center, one of the most beautiful homes on the Crest. Only two owners have lived in this custom built, one of a kind classic. It is the perfect blend of 1940's charm, modern updates, elegance and warmth. The kitchen features the original metal cabinetry, stainless steel countertops and a gas top/electric stove-so charming! The dining room features built in cabinetry and french doors leading to the side porch-the perfect place to watch the sun set! You will find a cozy study with fireplace on the main level and a second office nook upstairs by the master. The living room is filled with natural light and so much space. A 2002 addition on the back adds a big rec-room, full bath and laundry room. There is a large deck for entertaining out back overlooking one of the best yards in town. Both the home and the view lot across the street are being sold as one parcel. You will fall in love with this home!
  • Listed by: Susie Helton 205.969.8912 susiefrosthelton@gmail.com Brokerage DRE #000005790 • RealtySouth-Over the Mtn
Listing closed: 06/03/2016 12:00 AM • Source: Greater Alabama MLS, MLS#: 749277
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Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$460,000

Avg days on market

16

Sale-to-list ratio

101.2%

Birmingham, AL

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Location

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Property Information for 349 Shades Crest Road

Property Details

  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: 2+ Story
  • Subdivision Name: BLUFF PARK
  • Has View: Yes
  • View: Mountain(s)
  • Has Waterfront: No

Building Information

  • Year Built: 1949
  • Lot Size: 0.94 AC / 40,946 SF

Summary

Location and General Information
  • Directions: Shades Crest Road between Tip Top and Sulphur Springs Road. If you come by Chapel Road, turn left on Shades Crest.
  • Latitude: 33.394591
  • Longitude: -86.858078
  • MLS Area Major: Bluff Park, Hoover, Riverchase
  • Senior Community: No
Taxes and HOA
  • Association: No
  • Parcel Number: 39-00-09-3-002-011.000
School Information
  • Elementary School: BLUFF PARK
  • High School: HOOVER
  • Middle Or Junior School: SIMMONS, IRA F
Parking
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport Spaces: 2.0
  • Carport: Yes
  • Parking Features: Circular Driveway, Off Street, Attached, Driveway
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Property

Lot Information
  • Lot Features: Interior Lot, Few Trees
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.94
Property and Assessments
  • Living Area: 3428.0
  • Living Area Source: Appraiser
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1949
Building Features
  • Other Structures: Workshop
  • Construction Materials: Brick
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
  • Private Pool: No
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Refrigerator, Gas Cooktop, Gas Water Heater, Dryer, Self Cleaning Oven, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
  • Basement: Partial, Unfinished, Daylight
  • Has Basement: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Cooling: Central Air, Dual
  • Has Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Has Fireplace: Yes
  • Total Fireplaces: 2
  • Fireplace Features: Den, Living Room, Wood Burning, Gas
  • Flooring: Concrete, Hardwood, Tile
  • Interior Features: Walk-In Closet(s), Pantry, Crown Molding, High Ceilings
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Room, Main Level, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
  • Water Heater: Gas
  • Window Features: Double Pane Windows

Property History for 349 Shades Crest Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 3, 2016

Sold

Greater Alabama MLS #749277

$510,000—
May 18, 2016

Contract Signed

Greater Alabama MLS #749277

—
May 5, 2016

Listed (Active)

Greater Alabama MLS #749277

$599,900—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/03/2016

Sold

Greater Alabama MLS #749277

$510,000
05/18/2016

Contract Signed

Greater Alabama MLS #749277

—
05/05/2016

Listed (Active)

Greater Alabama MLS #749277

$599,900

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

Public records

349 Shades Crest Road

Beds

4

Baths

2

Total Finished SqFt

3,412 SqFt

Above Grade Finished SqFt

3,412 SqFt

Stories

1

Lot Size

40,950 SqFt

Schools near 349 Shades Crest Road

This home is within Hoover City School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 6 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Bluff Park Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Ira F Simmons Middle School
Public6 to 8

Hoover High School
Public9 to 12

Crossroads School
Public6 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: 349 Shades Crest Road, Birmingham, AL 35226
$510,000
3
3,428
40,946
–
3
2,614
51,972
$222,700
4
2,696
52,920
–
–
–
–
45,600
–
3
3,886
80,400
$729,000
3
3
2,922
61,650

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