WELCOME to 140 FERN! This beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 1-bath home is nestled in one of the most sought-after neighborhoods. Perfectly located with convenient access to downtown, Crestline, shopping, the scenic trails of Ruffner Mountain Park and more. Step inside to discover fresh interior and exterior paint, brand new doors and windows, and a completely renovated kitchen featuring sleek new countertops and stainless steel appliances. Enjoy peace of mind with a brand new roof, new siding, new water heater and a new HVAC system for year-round comfort. Schedule your showing today!
Sold for $269,500
$269,500
140 Fern St, Birmingham, AL 35210
3beds
1,143sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1956
7,840 Square Feet Lot
$275,200 Zestimate®
$236/sqft
$1,306 Estimated rent
Home value
$275,200
$253,000 - $297,000
$1,306/mo
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Brand new roofSleek new countertopsStainless steel appliancesCompletely renovated kitchen
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Listed by:
Heather Flaherty 205-585-1125,
Keller Williams Realty Vestavia
Bought with:
Priscilla LeBerte
ERA King Real Estate - Birmingham
Source: GALMLS,MLS#: 21426176
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
- Level: First
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Electric Cooktop, Dishwasher, Ice Maker, Electric Oven, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Main Level, Laundry Closet, Yes
Features
- None, Smooth Ceilings, Tub/Shower Combo
- Flooring: Vinyl
- Attic: Other,Yes
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,143 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,143
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Off Street
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered, Patio
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Fenced
- Has view: Yes
- View description: None
- Waterfront features: No
Lot
- Size: 7,840 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 2300264008037.000
- Special conditions: As Is
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Slab
Condition
- Year built: 1956
Utilities & green energy
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Sewer Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Crestline Gardens
Location
- Region: Birmingham
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $236/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $227,200
- Annual tax amount: $1,575
- Price range: $269.5K - $269.5K
- Date on market: 7/25/2025
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/20/2025 | Sold | $269,500+0.9%$236/sqft |
Source:  GALMLS #21426176 Report a problem | ||
| 7/28/2025 | Contingent | $267,000$234/sqft |
Source: GALMLS #21426176 Report a problem | ||
| 7/25/2025 | Listed for sale | $267,000+87.4%$234/sqft |
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| 4/9/2025 | Sold | $142,500+1.9%$125/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 11/29/2011 | Listing removed | $139,900$122/sqft |
Source: Lawrence Arendall Humphries Real Estate, Inc. #502133 Report a problem | ||
| 7/13/2011 | Price change | $139,900-3.5%$122/sqft |
Source: Lawrence Arendall Humphries Real Estate, Inc. #502133 Report a problem | ||
| 6/9/2011 | Listed for sale | $144,900+12.4%$127/sqft |
Source: Lawrence Arendall Humphries Real Estate, Inc. #502133 Report a problem | ||
| 3/9/2005 | Sold | $128,900+75.1%$113/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 7/27/1999 | Sold | $73,600$64/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,575 +4.5% | $22,720 +4.3% |
| 2024 | $1,507 +3.7% | $21,780 +3.5% |
| 2023 | $1,454 +4.7% | $21,040 +4.5% |
| 2022 | $1,388 +11.4% | $20,140 +10.8% |
| 2021 | $1,246 +7% | $18,180 +6.6% |
| 2020 | $1,165 +3.5% | $17,060 +3.3% |
| 2019 | $1,126 +20.3% | $16,520 +18.8% |
| 2018 | $936 +6.3% | $13,900 +5.8% |
| 2017 | $881 +6.3% | $13,140 +5.8% |
| 2016 | $829 +4.2% | $12,420 +3.8% |
| 2015 | $795 +10.3% | $11,960 -4.8% |
| 2014 | $721 -21.3% | $12,560 |
| 2013 | $917 | $12,560 -4.8% |
| 2012 | $917 -5.1% | $13,194 -5.1% |
| 2011 | $967 | $13,910 |
| 2010 | $967 +8.2% | $13,910 +8.2% |
| 2009 | $893 +2.4% | $12,860 +2.5% |
| 2008 | $872 -5.3% | $12,550 -5.4% |
| 2007 | $921 +6% | $13,260 +6% |
| 2006 | $870 +24.6% | $12,510 +24.6% |
| 2005 | $698 +6.9% | $10,040 -46.5% |
| 2004 | $653 +11.5% | $18,780 +11.5% |
| 2003 | $585 +20.6% | $16,840 +141.3% |
| 2002 | $485 -50% | $6,980 -50% |
| 2001 | $970 | $13,960 |
| 2000 | $970 | $13,960 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Eastwood
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Avondale Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 3.2 mi
- 2/10W.E. Putnam Middle School-MagnetGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.3 mi
- 1/10Woodlawn High School-MagnetGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.4 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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