Last Sold Price
3 beds4,209 sqft$104/sqft
561 Shades Crest Road, Birmingham, AL 35226

Description

Showings start Thurs, September 14. Ever dreamed of owning a piece of history? This historic log cabin sits on a double lot on the crest of Shades Mountain. Erected in 1938, this cabin was the dream of North Carolina natives, the Krawchecks, who dreamed of having a mountain home just outside the city. They painstakingly searched for someone who knew how to fasten the logs cut from their property intricately together; finally locating an old cabinetmaker and former shipbuilder. The master bedroom...Showings start Thurs, September 14. Ever dreamed of owning a piece of history? This historic log cabin sits on a double lot on the crest of Shades Mountain. Erected in 1938, this cabin was the dream of North Carolina natives, the Krawchecks, who dreamed of having a mountain home just outside the city. They painstakingly searched for someone who knew how to fasten the logs cut from their property intricately together; finally locating an old cabinetmaker and former shipbuilder. The master bedroom features tongue and groove walls and closets are cedar-lined. A separate apartment with kitchenette in the basement is perfect for an au pair or in law suite. Walk to the school, the grocery & Bluff Park favorites. Hvac (2015). Water Heater (2006). Septic serviced (2019). Metal roof (early 2000s) Pergola, the coolest screened porch in Birmingham and an acre of outdoor places to enjoy, this home is shockingly private and an entertainer's paradise all at the same time! Welcome home!
LISTING CLOSED: 10/13/2023 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Jamie Goff • Brokerage DRE #130834 • ARC Realty - Homewood
    P: (205) 969-8911 C: (205) 296-2323 jamie@jamiegoff.com

Property Details for 561 Shades Crest Road

Status
MLS #
21365025
Days on Market
5
Taxes
-
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential / Single Family Residence
Year Built
1938
Lot Size
1.02 AC / 44,431 SF
Architectural Style
1.5-Story
Subdivision Name
BLUFF PARK
View
Mountain(s)
Has View
Yes
Has Waterfront
No

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$440,000

Avg days on market

39

Sale-to-list ratio

97.0%

Birmingham, AL

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Location

Listing Courtesy of ARC Realty - Homewood

Sold By LAH - Homewood

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Building Information for 561 Shades Crest Road

Stories-Year Built1938Building Size-Lot Size1.02 AC / 44,431 SF

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$2,487 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$2,224

Property Taxes

$263

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 561 Shades Crest Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: From 31 turn onto Patton Chapel and go 4.2 miles. At the stop light at the end of the road, turn left onto Shades Crest Road. House is on your Left.
  • Latitude: 33.408359
  • Longitude: -86.858155
  • MLS Area Major: Bluff Park, Hoover, Riverchase
  • Senior Community: No
Taxes and HOA
  • Parcel Number: 39-00-04-3-003-005.000
School Information
  • Elementary School: BLUFF PARK
  • High School: HOOVER
  • Middle Or Junior School: SIMMONS, IRA F
Parking
  • Carport Spaces: 3.0
  • Carport: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Off Street, Detached, Garage Faces Rear
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Lot Information
  • Lot Features: Few Trees
  • Lot Size Acres: 1.02
Property and Assessments
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 994.0
  • Living Area: 4209.0
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1938
Building Features
  • Accessibility Features: Therapeutic Whirlpool
  • Other Structures: Guest House
  • Construction Materials: Stone
Farm Information
  • Horse: No
Utilities
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Door Features: Storm Door(s), French Doors
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio, Porch, Screened
  • Private Pool: No
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Electric Oven, Refrigerator, Electric Water Heater, Dryer
  • Basement: Partial, Daylight
  • Has Basement: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Dual
  • Has Cooling: Yes
  • Fireplace Features: Great Room, Gas Log, Stone, Gas
  • Total Fireplaces: 1
  • Has Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Tile, Stone
  • Heating: Central, Heat Pump, Natural Gas
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Interior Features: Pantry, Laminate Counters
  • Laundry Features: In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Sink, Laundry Closet
  • Water Heater: Electric
  • Window Features: Bay Window(s), Double Pane Windows, Window Treatments

Property History for 561 Shades Crest Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 13, 2023

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1520762117

$437,500
Oct 13, 2023

Sold

Greater Alabama MLS #21365025

$437,500
Sep 19, 2023

Contract Signed

Greater Alabama MLS #21365025

DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/13/2023

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1520762117

$437,500
10/13/2023

Sold

Greater Alabama MLS #21365025

$437,500
09/19/2023

Contract Signed

Greater Alabama MLS #21365025

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

Public Records for 561 Shades Crest Road

Taxable ValueLand-Additions-Total-
Tax Record2025$3,162 ($263 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt3,215 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,215 SqFtStories2Lot Size44,800 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1940ZoningE2CountyJEFFERSONAPN39-00-04-3-003-005.000Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 561 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 Pk 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: 561 Shades Crest Road, Birmingham, AL 35226
$437,500
3
4,209
44,431
$392,000
5
4,250
37,026
$280,000
4
2,991
17,424
$353,000
4
2,151
43,124
3
2
1,670
57,040
3
2
1,307
17,500

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