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Sold for $532,500
$532,500
1002 42nd St S, Birmingham, AL 35222
3beds
1,685sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1925
0.3 Acres Lot
$534,200 Zestimate®
$316/sqft
$2,065 Estimated rent
Home value
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Listed by:
Hannah Dean Bygrave 205-876-4401,
LAH Sotheby's International Realty Homewood
Bought with:
Coke Williams
LAH Sotheby's International Realty Homewood
Source: GALMLS,MLS#: 21436621
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: First
Bedroom 1
- Level: First
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
Primary bathroom
- Level: First
Bathroom 1
- Level: First
Family room
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Features: Stone Counters, Breakfast Bar, Kitchen Island
- Level: First
Basement
- Area: 0
Office
- Level: First
Heating
- Central, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Gas Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Freezer, Microwave, Gas Oven, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Main Level, Laundry Closet, Laundry (ROOM), Yes
Features
- Recessed Lighting, Wet Bar, High Ceilings, Crown Molding, Smooth Ceilings, Soaking Tub, Separate Shower, Double Vanity, Shared Bath, Sitting Area in Master, Walk-In Closet(s), Dressing Room
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
- Doors: French Doors
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Attic: Walk-In,Yes
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Brick (FIREPL), Masonry, Den, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,685 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,685
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway, Off Street, On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: 2+ story
- Patio & porch: Porch
- Exterior features: Lighting
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Fenced
- Has view: Yes
- View description: None
- Waterfront features: No
Lot
- Size: 0.30 Acres
- Features: Interior Lot, Few Trees
Details
- Parcel number: 2300321017012.000
- Special conditions: N/A
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Wood
Condition
- Year built: 1925
Utilities & green energy
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Sewer Connected
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Thermostat
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Sidewalks
Location
- Region: Birmingham
- Subdivision: Forest Park
Other
Other facts
- Price range: $532.5K - $532.5K
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/25/2026 | Sold | $532,500-1.4%$316/sqft |
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| 1/27/2026 | Contingent | $539,900$320/sqft |
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| 1/9/2026 | Price change | $539,900-3.6%$320/sqft |
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| 1/4/2026 | Price change | $559,900-2.6%$332/sqft |
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| 12/18/2025 | Listed for sale | $574,900$341/sqft |
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| 12/7/2025 | Contingent | $574,900$341/sqft |
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| 12/1/2025 | Price change | $574,900-4.2%$341/sqft |
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| 11/18/2025 | Price change | $599,900-3.2%$356/sqft |
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| 11/15/2025 | Price change | $619,900-2.4%$368/sqft |
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| 11/14/2025 | Listed for sale | $634,900+92.4%$377/sqft |
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| 6/10/2022 | Sold | $330,000$196/sqft |
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| 6/2/2022 | Pending sale | $330,000$196/sqft |
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| 6/2/2022 | Contingent | $330,000$196/sqft |
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| 5/26/2022 | Listed for sale | $330,000+13.8%$196/sqft |
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| 5/14/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 4/24/2022 | Pending sale | $290,000$172/sqft |
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| 4/12/2022 | Price change | $290,000-3.3%$172/sqft |
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| 3/21/2022 | Pending sale | $300,000$178/sqft |
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| 3/5/2022 | Price change | $300,000-14.3%$178/sqft |
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| 2/9/2022 | Listed for sale | $350,000+52.2%$208/sqft |
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| 6/5/2008 | Sold | $230,000+62%$136/sqft |
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| 7/6/2001 | Sold | $142,000+69%$84/sqft |
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| 12/2/1997 | Sold | $84,000+17.5%$50/sqft |
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| 9/19/1997 | Sold | $71,500$42/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,417 +3.3% | $48,120 +3.2% |
| 2024 | $3,308 +2.7% | $46,620 +5% |
| 2023 | $3,220 -7.9% | $44,420 -7.9% |
| 2022 | $3,496 +8.2% | $48,220 +8.2% |
| 2021 | $3,232 +1.7% | $44,580 +1.7% |
| 2020 | $3,178 +5.2% | $43,840 +5.2% |
| 2019 | $3,020 +29.9% | $41,660 +29.9% |
| 2018 | $2,324 +0.9% | $32,060 +0.9% |
| 2017 | $2,304 +1.5% | $31,780 +1.5% |
| 2016 | $2,269 | $31,300 |
| 2015 | $2,269 +22.6% | $31,300 +11.2% |
| 2014 | $1,852 +0.9% | $28,160 |
| 2013 | $1,836 | $28,160 +6.6% |
| 2012 | $1,836 -0.6% | $26,415 -0.7% |
| 2011 | $1,848 +35.5% | $26,590 +35.5% |
| 2010 | $1,363 -15.7% | $19,620 -15.7% |
| 2009 | $1,618 -13.8% | $23,280 -13.8% |
| 2008 | $1,877 +0.1% | $27,010 +0.1% |
| 2007 | $1,875 +36.1% | $26,980 +36.1% |
| 2006 | $1,377 +10.5% | $19,820 +10.5% |
| 2005 | $1,247 +0.8% | $17,940 -49.6% |
| 2004 | $1,237 +24.6% | $35,580 +24.6% |
| 2003 | $993 +69.8% | $28,560 +239.6% |
| 2002 | $585 +0.1% | $8,410 |
| 2001 | $584 | $8,410 |
| 2000 | $584 | $8,410 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Forest Park
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Avondale Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 2/10We Putnam Middle School-MagnetGrades: 6-8Distance: 3.3 mi
- 1/10Woodlawn High School-MagnetGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Avondale
- Middle: Putnam, W E
- High: Woodlawn
Source: GALMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- Alabama
- Jefferson County
- Birmingham
- 35222
- Forest Park
- 1002 42nd St S
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