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Sold for $660,000
    • $660,000

    1226 Lake Forest Cir, Birmingham, AL 35244

    5beds
    6,311sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1988
    0.55 Acres Lot
    $866,100 Zestimate®
    $105/sqft
    $4,459 Estimated rent

    Home value

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    $771,000 - $979,000

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    What's special

    Stunning 5BR/4.5BA 4-side brick home in the prestigious Riverchase community, zoned for award-winning Hoover schools! This 6311 ft² 2-story home sits on a private 0.55-acre lot overlooking the 10th hole of Riverchase CC Golf Course & features 120+ feet of waterfront on Riverchase Lake. Enjoy the serene backyard oasis w/ full-width wood deck, covered patio, gazebo, firepit, fountain, draped w/ Japanese Maples & Magnolias. Inside, find 2 gas fireplaces, spacious kitchen w/ Corian countertops, breakfast bar, & dining room & sunroom with lake views. Large laundry room also features Corian counters, utility sink & storage. Main-level primary suite includes dual vanities, jetted tub, separate shower, & two walk-in closets. Finished basement offers kitchenette, living area, bedroom, full bath, office, & storage. Enjoy a full home theater w/ stadium seating, 10kw Generac generator, walk-in attics, & 4-car garage. Rare opportunity for luxury and lifestyle combined!

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    Listed by:

    Scott Heath 205-532-3882,

    ARC Realty Vestavia

    Bought with:

    Scott Heath

    ARC Realty Vestavia

    Source: GALMLS,MLS#: 21424012MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 5
    • Bathrooms: 5
    • Full bathrooms: 4
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    Rooms
    • Room types: Bedroom, Den/Family (ROOM), Dining Room, Bathroom, Great Room, Kitchen, Master Bedroom, Media Room, Sunroom (ROOM)
    Primary bedroom
    • Level: First
    Bedroom 1
    • Level: Second
    Bedroom 2
    • Level: Second
    Bedroom 3
    • Level: Second
    Bedroom 4
    • Level: Basement
    Bathroom 1
    • Level: Second
    Dining room
    • Level: First
    Family room
    • Level: Basement
    Kitchen
    • Features: Breakfast Bar, Eat-in Kitchen, Pantry
    • Level: First
    Basement
    • Area: 1891
    Heating
    • 3+ Systems (HEAT), Central, Natural Gas
    Cooling
    • 3+ Systems (COOL), Central Air, Electric, Ceiling Fan(s)
    Appliances
    • Included: Electric Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Electric Oven, Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater
    • Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Sink, Washer Hookup, Main Level, Laundry Room, Laundry (ROOM), Yes
    Features
    • Central Vacuum, Multiple Staircases, Recessed Lighting, High Ceilings, Cathedral/Vaulted, Crown Molding, Smooth Ceilings, Linen Closet, Separate Shower, Double Vanity, Shared Bath, Sitting Area in Master, Tub/Shower Combo, Walk-In Closet(s)
    • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile, Vinyl
    • Windows: Bay Window(s), Window Treatments, Double Pane Windows
    • Basement: Full,Partially Finished,Block,Daylight,Bath/Stubbed
    • Attic: Pull Down Stairs,Walk-In,Yes
    • Number of fireplaces: 2
    • Fireplace features: Brick (FIREPL), Gas Log, Great Room, Kitchen, Gas, Outside
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 6,311 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 4,420
    • Finished area below ground: 1,891

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 4
    • Parking features: Attached, Basement, Driveway, Lower Level, Parking (MLVL), Garage Faces Front
    • Attached garage spaces: 4
    • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
    Features
    • Levels: 2+ story
    • Patio & porch: Covered, Patio, Porch, Covered (DECK), Open (DECK), Deck
    • Exterior features: Lighting, Sprinkler System
    • Pool features: None
    • Has spa: Yes
    • Spa features: Bath
    • Has view: Yes
    • View description: Golf Course
    • Has water view: Yes
    • Water view: Water
    • Waterfront features: Waterfront
    • Body of water: Other
    • Frontage length: 120
    Lot
    • Size: 0.55 Acres
    • Features: Few Trees, Subdivision
    Details
    • Additional structures: Gazebo
    • Parcel number: 117350003002.009
    • Special conditions: N/A
    • Other equipment: Home Theater

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Brick
    • Foundation: Basement
    Condition
    • Year built: 1988

    Utilities & green energy

    • Electric: Generator
    • Water: Public
    • Utilities for property: Sewer Connected, Underground Utilities
    Green energy
    • Energy efficient items: Thermostat, Ridge Vent

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Features: Boats-Non Motor Only, Fishing, Golf Access, Lake, Street Lights, Golf, Curbs
    • Security: Security System
    • Subdivision: Riverchase
    HOA
    • Has HOA: Yes
    • Amenities included: Management
    • Services included: Maintenance Grounds, Utilities for Comm Areas
    • HOA fee: $356 annually
    Location
    • Region: Birmingham

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $105/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $648,200
    • Annual tax amount: $3,742
    • Price range: $660K - $660K
    • Date on market: 7/4/2025
    • Road surface type: Paved

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    9/11/2025Sold$660,000-12%$105/sqft
    Source: GALMLS #21424012 Report a problem
    8/20/2025Contingent$749,900$119/sqft
    Source: GALMLS #21424012 Report a problem
    8/13/2025Price change$749,900-8.5%$119/sqft
    Source: GALMLS #21424012 Report a problem
    7/31/2025Price change$819,500-8.8%$130/sqft
    Source: GALMLS #21424012 Report a problem
    7/18/2025Listed for sale$899,000$142/sqft
    Source: GALMLS #21424012 Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$3,742 -1.2%$64,820 +2.2%
    2024$3,789 +9.4%$63,400 +9.3%
    2023$3,465 +9.5%$58,000 +9.5%
    2022$3,164 +9.1%$52,980 +9.1%
    2021$2,900 +3.8%$48,580 +3.8%
    2020$2,794 -7%$46,820 -6.9%
    2019$3,003 $50,300
    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: 35244

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    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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