Sold
Last Sold Price
3 beds2,189 sqft
553 Shades Crest Road, Birmingham, AL 35226
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.86 acresLot Size
1929Year Built
$228/sq ftPrice per sq ft

Description

Beautiful Bluff Park historic home situated on Shades Crest Road. It is an entertainer’s dream. Sit on the amazing wrap around front porch while overlooking beautiful sunsets and views of Oxmoor Valley and Ross Bridge. Right when you walk in you will notice the character of this home featuring tongue and groove ceiling, original beams, hardwood floors and a gorgeous stone fireplace. The dining room and living room are both well-lit and open. The kitchen is totally updated and well equipped and features...Beautiful Bluff Park historic home situated on Shades Crest Road. It is an entertainer’s dream. Sit on the amazing wrap around front porch while overlooking beautiful sunsets and views of Oxmoor Valley and Ross Bridge. Right when you walk in you will notice the character of this home featuring tongue and groove ceiling, original beams, hardwood floors and a gorgeous stone fireplace. The dining room and living room are both well-lit and open. The kitchen is totally updated and well equipped and features stainless appliances, plenty of cabinets, island and marble countertops. There are three bedrooms and 2.5 updated bathrooms and an office. There is a bonus room downstairs that can be a 4th bedroom. Enjoy the multi-level back deck and screened in porch while overlooking the huge fully fenced backyard. Don’t miss this one.
  • Listed by: Lara Grace Nappi 205.969.8912 lnappi@arcrealtyco.com Brokerage DRE #115076 • ARC Realty - Hoover
Listing closed: 04/24/2023 12:00 AM • Source: Greater Alabama MLS, MLS#: 1348408

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Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$469,000

Avg days on market

30

Sale-to-list ratio

98.7%

Birmingham, AL

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Location

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Property Information for 553 Shades Crest Road

Property Details
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: 1-Story
  • Subdivision Name: BLUFF PARK
  • Has View: Yes
  • View: Mountain(s)
  • Has Waterfront: No
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1929
  • Lot Size: 0.86 AC / 37,461 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: From I65 and Lakeshore head west on Lakeshore, take a left on to Oxmoor road, stay left at fork and merge with Shades Crest Road. The home will be on the left.
  • Latitude: 33.40767
  • Longitude: -86.858029
  • MLS Area Major: Bluff Park, Hoover, Riverchase
  • Senior Community: No
Taxes and HOA
  • Parcel Number: 39-00-04-3-003-007.00
School Information
  • Elementary School: BLUFF PARK
  • High School: HOOVER
  • Middle Or Junior School: SIMMONS, IRA F
Parking
  • Parking Features: Circular Driveway, Driveway
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Lot Information
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.86
Property and Assessments
  • Living Area: 2189.0
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1929
Building Features
  • Construction Materials: Wood Siding
Farm Information
  • Horse: No
Utilities
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio, Porch, Covered, Screened
  • Private Pool: No
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Gas Cooktop, Electric Water Heater, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
  • Basement: Partial, Unfinished, Daylight
  • Has Basement: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Has Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Electric
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Has Fireplace: Yes
  • Total Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace Features: Den, Wood Burning, Stone
  • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
  • Interior Features: Kitchen Island, Walk-In Closet(s), High Ceilings, Recessed Lighting, Stone Counters, Master Downstairs
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Room, Main Level, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
  • Water Heater: Electric

Property History for 553 Shades Crest Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Apr 24, 2023

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1510971169

$500,000

+5.7% / yr

Apr 24, 2023

Sold

Greater Alabama MLS #1348408

$500,000—
Apr 2, 2023

Contract Signed

Greater Alabama MLS #1348408

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DateEvent & SourcePrice
04/24/2023

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1510971169

$500,000

+5.7% / yr

04/24/2023

Sold

Greater Alabama MLS #1348408

$500,000
04/02/2023

Contract Signed

Greater Alabama MLS #1348408

—

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Public Records for 553 Shades Crest Road

Taxable ValueLand-Additions-Total-
Tax Record2025$3,298 ($275 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2Total Finished SqFt2,189 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,189 SqFtStories1Lot Size36,900 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1920Year Renovated2015ZoningE2CountyJEFFERSONAPN39-00-04-3-003-007.000Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 553 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: 553 Shades Crest Road, Birmingham, AL 35226
$500,000
3
2,189
37,461
$353,000
4
2,151
43,124
–
5
4
2,145
32,900
–
2
5
625
28,569
–
3
2,436
53,200
$360,000
4
3,200
163,350

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