Privacy plus in this all brick Riverchase Home overlooking the Cahaba River. A must see! Taking a winding drive through the forest leads to this awesome, home sitting on a wooded 1.25+ acre lot. This home has a wonderful floor plan for indoor and outdoor entertaining. A dream come true updated kitchen with custom cabinetry, granite countertops and tile backsplash. Double ovens, built-n wine rack, breakfast bar and island. A view to die for from den and breakfast room. Covered deck with view of the Cahaba River. Main level primary bedroom with sitting area and Double Palladian window, bath suite with walk-in closets, free standing soaking tub and double sinks. Step out on your own private deck from this suite. Upstairs are 4 large bedrooms and 2 full baths. Plus a huge Den with wood burning fireplace and wet bar. Basement has playroom, 3 car garage and workshop area and loads of additional unfinished area. Multiple decks leading to the Cahaba. Enjoy private campfires and music.
Sold for $691,000
$691,000
1165 Lake Forest Cir, Birmingham, AL 35244
5beds
4,836sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1988
1.25 Acres Lot
$703,700 Zestimate®
$143/sqft
$4,253 Estimated rent
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Listed by:
Pat Morgan 205-531-8157,
RealtySouth-OTM-Acton Rd
Bought with:
James Rodgers
Keller Williams Homewood
Source: GALMLS,MLS#: 21421429
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom, Breakfast Room (ROOM), Den/Family (ROOM), Dining Room, Bathroom, Half Bath (ROOM), Kitchen, Master Bathroom, Master Bedroom, Office/Study (ROOM)
Primary bedroom
- Level: First
Bedroom 1
- Level: Second
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
Primary bathroom
- Level: First
Bathroom 1
- Level: First
Bathroom 3
- Level: Second
Dining room
- Level: First
Family room
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Features: Stone Counters, Tile Counters, Breakfast Bar, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Pantry
- Level: First
Living room
- Level: First
Basement
- Area: 2382
Office
- Level: First
Heating
- Central, Dual Systems (HEAT), Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Dual, Electric, Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances
- Included: Convection Oven, Gas Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Gas Oven, Double Oven, Plumbed for Gas in Kit, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), 2+ Water Heaters, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Laundry Chute, Washer Hookup, Main Level, Laundry Room, Laundry (ROOM), Yes
Features
- Central Vacuum, Recessed Lighting, Wet Bar, Workshop (INT), High Ceilings, Crown Molding, Smooth Ceilings, Soaking Tub, Linen Closet, Separate Shower, Double Vanity, Sitting Area in Master, Tub/Shower Combo, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Stone, Tile
- Doors: French Doors, Insulated Door
- Windows: Bay Window(s), Double Pane Windows
- Basement: Full,Partially Finished,Block,Daylight,Bath/Stubbed
- Attic: Walk-up,Yes
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Brick (FIREPL), Gas Starter, Masonry, Family Room, Hearth/Keeping (FIREPL), Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 4,836 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 4,104
- Finished area below ground: 732
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Basement, Lower Level, Off Street, Garage Faces Side
- Attached garage spaces: 3
Features
- Levels: 2+ story
- Patio & porch: Covered, Patio, Porch, Covered (DECK), Open (DECK), Deck
- Exterior features: Balcony
- Pool features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s)
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water
- Waterfront features: Waterfront
- Body of water: Cahaba River
- Frontage length: 148
Lot
- Size: 1.25 Acres
- Features: Acreage, Cul-De-Sac, Many Trees, Interior Lot, Few Trees, Subdivision
Details
- Additional structures: Gazebo
- Parcel number: 39341002025.000
- Special conditions: As Is
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Brick Over Foundation, Other
- Foundation: Basement
Condition
- Year built: 1988
Utilities & green energy
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Sewer Connected, Underground Utilities
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Lighting, Power Vent, Ridge Vent
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Fishing, Golf Access, Park, River, Street Lights, Water Access, Golf, Curbs
- Security: Safe Room/Storm Cellar
- Subdivision: Riverchase
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Management, Other
- Services included: Utilities for Comm Areas
- HOA fee: $466 annually
Location
- Region: Birmingham
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $143/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $621,000
- Annual tax amount: $4,455
- Price range: $691K - $691K
- Date on market: 6/8/2025
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/4/2025 | Sold | $691,000-1.1%$143/sqft |
Source:  GALMLS #21421429 Report a problem | ||
| 7/15/2025 | Contingent | $699,000$145/sqft |
Source: GALMLS #21421429 Report a problem | ||
| 6/13/2025 | Listed for sale | $699,000+55.3%$145/sqft |
Source: GALMLS #21421429 Report a problem | ||
| 5/1/2015 | Sold | $450,000-38.4%$93/sqft |
Source: GALMLS #578157 Report a problem | ||
| 1/11/2013 | Sold | $730,000$151/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,455 | $62,100 |
| 2024 | $4,455 | $62,100 |
| 2023 | $4,455 -0.9% | $62,100 -0.9% |
| 2022 | $4,498 +33.7% | $62,680 +33.1% |
| 2021 | $3,365 | $47,080 |
| 2020 | $3,365 | $47,080 |
| 2019 | $3,365 -1.1% | $47,080 -1.1% |
| 2018 | $3,403 | $47,600 |
| 2017 | $3,403 | $47,600 |
| 2016 | $3,403 -50.7% | $47,600 +0% |
| 2015 | $6,907 +103.3% | $47,580 +1.7% |
| 2014 | $3,397 | $46,800 |
| 2013 | $3,397 | $46,800 +0% |
| 2012 | $3,397 -1.6% | $46,790 -1.6% |
| 2011 | $3,454 | $47,570 |
| 2010 | $3,454 | $47,570 |
| 2009 | $3,454 -2.4% | $47,570 -2.4% |
| 2008 | $3,539 +1.1% | $48,750 +1.1% |
| 2007 | $3,501 +3.4% | $48,220 +3.4% |
| 2006 | $3,386 +5% | $46,640 +5% |
| 2005 | $3,225 +4.2% | $44,420 -47.9% |
| 2004 | $3,094 +4.7% | $85,220 +4.7% |
| 2003 | $2,956 +5.9% | $81,420 +111.8% |
| 2002 | $2,791 | $38,440 |
| 2001 | $2,791 | $38,440 |
| 2000 | $2,791 | $38,440 |
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Neighborhood: 35244
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Riverchase Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 1.5 mi
- 10/10Berry Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8,11-12Distance: 6.8 mi
- 10/10Spain Park High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 6.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Riverchase
- Middle: Berry
- High: Spain Park
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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- Jefferson County
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- 1165 Lake Forest Cir
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