Opportunity is knocking at 1049 Southwood Drive! This 3-bedroom, 1-bath home in Birmingham offers incredible potential for the savvy buyer or investor ready to add value. Whether you’re looking to renovate and resell, add to your rental portfolio, or create a personalized space tailored to today’s market demands, this property is your blank canvas. With a functional layout and solid bones, the possibilities are endless. Bring your vision and transform this home into a profitable investment or charming residence. Conveniently located near major interstates, shopping, and dining. Don’t miss your chance to turn potential into profit!
Sold for $53,000
$53,000
1049 Southwood Dr, Birmingham, AL 35217
3beds
875sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1963
0.32 Acres Lot
$53,400 Zestimate®
$61/sqft
$1,125 Estimated rent
Home value
$53,400
$50,000 - $57,000
$1,125/mo
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Solid bonesFunctional layout
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Listed by:
Debbie Burks CELL:2052618160,
Keller Williams Realty Hoover
Bought with:
Debbie Burks
Keller Williams Realty Hoover
Source: GALMLS,MLS#: 21444043
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom, Bathroom, Kitchen, Living/Dining (ROOM)
Bedroom 1
- Level: First
Bedroom 2
- Level: First
Bedroom 3
- Level: First
Bathroom 1
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Features: Laminate Counters, Eat-in Kitchen
- Level: First
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Electric
Cooling
- Electric
Appliances
- Included: Gas Oven, Refrigerator, Stove-Gas, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: None
Features
- None, Smooth Ceilings, Tub/Shower Combo
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Vinyl
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Attic: Other,Yes
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 875 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 875
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Driveway, Off Street
- Has garage: Yes
- Carport spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Exterior features: None
- Pool features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: None
- Waterfront features: No
Lot
- Size: 0.32 Acres
- Features: Subdivision
Details
- Parcel number: 1300344005008.000
- Special conditions: N/A
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
Condition
- Year built: 1963
Utilities & green energy
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Sewer Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Curbs
- Subdivision: Carver Heights
Location
- Region: Birmingham
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $61/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $80,900
- Price range: $53K - $53K
- Date on market: 2/19/2026
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/13/2026 | Sold | $53,000-11.5%$61/sqft |
Source:  GALMLS #21444043 Report a problem | ||
| 3/10/2026 | Pending sale | $59,900$68/sqft |
Source: GALMLS #21444043 Report a problem | ||
| 2/19/2026 | Listed for sale | $59,900$68/sqft |
Source: GALMLS #21444043 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $6,280 |
| 2024 | -- | $6,280 -22.5% |
| 2023 | -- | $8,100 +29% |
| 2022 | -- | $6,280 |
| 2021 | -- | $6,280 |
| 2020 | -- | $6,280 |
| 2019 | -- | $6,280 +10.2% |
| 2018 | -- | $5,700 |
| 2017 | -- | $5,700 |
| 2016 | -- | $5,700 |
| 2015 | -- | $5,700 -7.2% |
| 2014 | $427 | $6,140 |
| 2013 | $427 | $6,140 -0.1% |
| 2012 | $427 -5.4% | $6,144 -5.3% |
| 2011 | $451 -2% | $6,490 -2% |
| 2010 | $460 | $6,620 |
| 2009 | $460 -2.1% | $6,620 -2.1% |
| 2008 | $470 +1.5% | $6,760 +1.5% |
| 2007 | $463 +2.9% | $6,660 +2.9% |
| 2006 | $450 +4% | $6,470 +4% |
| 2005 | $433 +2.8% | $6,220 -46.6% |
| 2004 | $421 +3.6% | $11,640 +3.7% |
| 2003 | $406 +15.5% | $11,220 +121.7% |
| 2002 | $352 | $5,060 |
| 2001 | $352 | $5,060 |
| 2000 | $352 | $5,060 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Penfield Park
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Martha Gaskins Middle SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 1.5 mi
- 2/10Smith Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.1 mi
- 2/10Huffman High School-MagnetGrades: 9-12Distance: 3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Martha Gaskins
- Middle: Smith
- High: Huffman
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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