Light-filled Crestwood home offering charm, style and fantastic living space! This all-brick home sits on a premium lot with a flat front yard and a beautiful backyard. Step inside to find gorgeous hardwood floors and an oversized kitchen - much larger than typical for the neighborhood - featuring a spacious island that seats six, open to a sunny living/breakfast area and a covered porch overlooking the fenced backyard. The primary bathroom showcases mid-century tile in impeccable condition, complemented by a renovated hall bath. The main-level garage opens directly into the kitchen for everyday convenience. Recent updates include a new roof (2020) along with many improvements in the last five years. The full brick exterior and unfinished basement provide excellent potential for additional bedrooms, an office, or a studio. Perfectly located near downtown, Crestwood, Forest Park and Avondale dining and shops, this home combines character, comfort, and possibilities - a must see!
Sold for $349,890
$349,890
1053 53rd St S, Birmingham, AL 35222
2beds
1,564sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1956
0.3 Acres Lot
$353,300 Zestimate®
$224/sqft
$2,191 Estimated rent
Home value
$353,300
$329,000 - $378,000
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Listed by:
Ashley Brigham 205-907-5847,
ARC Realty - Homewood
Bought with:
Buffy Allen
Ray & Poynor Properties
Source: GALMLS,MLS#: 21432646
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: First
Bedroom 1
- Level: First
Primary bathroom
- Level: First
Bathroom 1
- Level: First
Dining room
- Level: First
Family room
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Features: Stone Counters, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen Island
- Level: First
Living room
- Level: First
Basement
- Area: 1655
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Plumbed for Gas in Kit, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Stove-Gas, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, In Basement, Basement Area, Yes
Features
- Recessed Lighting, Smooth Ceilings, Linen Closet, Tub/Shower Combo
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile, Vinyl
- Basement: Full,Unfinished,Daylight
- Attic: Other,Yes
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,564 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,564
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Driveway, Parking (MLVL), Garage Faces Front
- Garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered, Patio, Porch, Covered (DECK), Deck
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Fenced
- Has view: Yes
- View description: None
- Waterfront features: No
Lot
- Size: 0.30 Acres
- Features: Acreage
Details
- Parcel number: 2300284007012.000
- Special conditions: N/A
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Basement
Condition
- Year built: 1956
Utilities & green energy
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Sewer Connected
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Curbs
Location
- Region: Birmingham
- Subdivision: Crestwood
Other
Other facts
- Price range: $349.9K - $349.9K
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/17/2025 | Sold | $349,890-5.2%$224/sqft |
Source:  GALMLS #21432646 Report a problem | ||
| 12/11/2025 | Contingent | $369,000$236/sqft |
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| 10/1/2025 | Listed for sale | $369,000+22.6%$236/sqft |
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| 4/7/2021 | Sold | $301,000-7.4%$192/sqft |
Source: GALMLS #1275119 Report a problem | ||
| 3/11/2021 | Pending sale | $325,000$208/sqft |
Source: Keller Williams Realty Vestavia #1275119 Report a problem | ||
| 1/30/2021 | Listed for sale | $325,000+71.1%$208/sqft |
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| 6/27/2016 | Sold | $189,900$121/sqft |
Source: GALMLS #750391 Report a problem | ||
| 5/31/2016 | Pending sale | $189,900$121/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Southern Homes #750391 Report a problem | ||
| 5/17/2016 | Listed for sale | $189,900+15.2%$121/sqft |
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| 10/10/2006 | Sold | $164,800$105/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,829 +7% | $39,020 +7% |
| 2024 | $2,645 -2.9% | $36,480 -2.9% |
| 2023 | $2,725 +7.3% | $37,580 +7.3% |
| 2022 | $2,539 +15.9% | $35,020 +12.2% |
| 2021 | $2,190 +3.4% | $31,200 +3.2% |
| 2020 | $2,119 +8.6% | $30,220 +8.3% |
| 2019 | $1,951 +32.5% | $27,900 +31% |
| 2018 | $1,473 +13.9% | $21,300 +13.2% |
| 2017 | $1,293 -7.2% | $18,820 -6.8% |
| 2016 | $1,393 +7.7% | $20,200 +7.3% |
| 2015 | $1,293 +7% | $18,820 -1.1% |
| 2014 | $1,208 -6.7% | $19,020 +3.7% |
| 2013 | $1,294 | $18,340 -1.5% |
| 2012 | $1,294 -1% | $18,625 -1% |
| 2011 | $1,307 -6.4% | $18,810 -6.3% |
| 2010 | $1,396 -8.7% | $20,080 -8.7% |
| 2009 | $1,529 -1.3% | $21,990 -1.3% |
| 2008 | $1,548 +23.6% | $22,270 +23.5% |
| 2006 | $1,253 +11.9% | $18,030 +11.8% |
| 2005 | $1,120 +5.7% | $16,120 -47.1% |
| 2004 | $1,060 +17.2% | $30,500 +17.3% |
| 2003 | $904 +20.8% | $26,000 +141.4% |
| 2002 | $748 | $10,770 |
| 2001 | $748 | $10,770 |
| 2000 | $748 | $10,770 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Crestwood South
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Avondale Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 1.2 mi
- 2/10We Putnam Middle School-MagnetGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.2 mi
- 1/10Woodlawn High School-MagnetGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.3 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
- Crestwood South
- 1053 53rd St S
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