Sold
Last Sold Price
3 beds2,382 sqft
520 Ridge Road,Ā Birmingham, ALĀ 35206
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.6 acresLot Size
1950Year Built
$52/sq ftPrice per sq ft
1 carParking Spaces

Description

Nestled in the gently rolling slopes and valleys of Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve you will find one of Birmingham's "Best-Kept Secrets" - the historic community of Roebuck Springs. A peaceful, idyllic community with bird and wildlife sanctuaries, eclectic architectural styles and a very close-knit neighborhood. Built in 1950, this home exemplifies ranch-style living - one-level, large windows and open floor plan with almost 2000 sq. ft. (per tax record)! Enjoy a large living and dining area, kitchen...Nestled in the gently rolling slopes and valleys of Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve you will find one of Birmingham's "Best-Kept Secrets" - the historic community of Roebuck Springs. A peaceful, idyllic community with bird and wildlife sanctuaries, eclectic architectural styles and a very close-knit neighborhood. Built in 1950, this home exemplifies ranch-style living - one-level, large windows and open floor plan with almost 2000 sq. ft. (per tax record)! Enjoy a large living and dining area, kitchen with island, sitting area and plenty of cabinets. There is a separate laundry area and plenty of closets. Room after room of original hardwoods, a full hall bath, and three comfortable bedrooms with a spacious master and en-suite bathroom. There is also a finished basement that includes storage area, one-car garage and soundproofed music room. The home sits back from the road to ensure privacy and, out back, you will find a patio and water feature on a large wooded, fenced backyard.
Listing closed: 06/09/2015 12:00 AM • Source: Greater Alabama MLS, MLS#: 609290

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$150,000

Avg days on market

35

Sale-to-list ratio

94.5%

Birmingham, AL

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Property Information for 520 Ridge Road

Property Details
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: 1-Story
  • Subdivision Name: ROEBUCK SPRINGS
  • Has Waterfront: No
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1950
  • Lot Size: 0.60 AC / 26,136 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: 4th Avenue South to Cumberland, right on Valley, left on Horner, right on Ridge, house on left.
  • Latitude: 33.575854
  • Longitude: -86.704352
  • MLS Area Major: Center Pt, Grayson Valley, Huffman, Roebuck
  • Senior Community: No
Taxes and HOA
  • Association: No
  • Parcel Number: 23-12-2-001-011.000
School Information
  • Elementary School: CHRISTIAN
  • High School: HUFFMAN
  • Middle Or Junior School: HUFFMAN
Parking
  • Garage Spaces: 1.0
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Basement, Garage Faces Front, Driveway
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Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Features: Irregular Lot, Interior Lot, Few Trees
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.6
  • Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
Property and Assessments
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 1022.0
  • Living Area: 2382.0
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1950
Building Features
  • Construction Materials: Concrete, Block
Farm Information
  • Horse: No
Green Features
  • Green Energy Generation: Wind
Utilities
  • Utilities: Sewer Connected
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Door Features: Storm Door(s)
  • Exterior Features: Barbecue
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio, Porch
  • Private Pool: No
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Gas Oven, Gas Water Heater, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
  • Basement: Full, Finished
  • Has Basement: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
  • Has Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Central, Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Has Fireplace: Yes
  • Total Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room, Ventless, Stone, Gas
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Tile, Vinyl
  • Interior Features: Kitchen Island, Master Downstairs, Eat-in Kitchen
  • Laundry Features: Upper Level
  • Water Heater: Gas
  • Window Features: Storm Window(s)

Property History for 520 Ridge Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 9, 2015

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #554496600

$125,000

-1.1% / yr

Jun 9, 2015

Sold

Greater Alabama MLS #609290

$125,000—
Apr 9, 2015

Contract Signed

Greater Alabama MLS #609290

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DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/09/2015

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #554496600

$125,000

-1.1% / yr

06/09/2015

Sold

Greater Alabama MLS #609290

$125,000
04/09/2015

Contract Signed

Greater Alabama MLS #609290

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Public Records for 520 Ridge Road

Taxable ValueLand-Additions-Total-
Tax Record2025$1,454 ($121 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2Total Finished SqFt1,360 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,360 SqFtStories1Lot Size20,952 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1950ZoningR1CountyJEFFERSONAPN23-00-12-2-001-011.000Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 520 Ridge Road

This home is within Birmingham City School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 8
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 3 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Christian School
PublicPK to 8

Huffman Middle School
Public6 to 8

Huffman High School-Magnet
Public9 to 12

BCS Virtual Academy of Learning
Public3 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: 520 Ridge Road, Birmingham, AL 35206
$125,000
3
2,382
26,136
$159,000
3
2
1,220
20,304
–
3
1,500
22,596
$219,200
4
2
1,986
25,761
$140,000
3
2,064
2,874,960
–
3
2
1,661
24,087

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