Opportunity awaits at 1421 42nd Street Ensley! This charming 2-bedroom, 1-bath home offers approximately 1,231 square feet of living space and plenty of possibilities for its next owner. Whether you're a first-time homebuyer searching for a place to make your own, looking to downsize into a more manageable home, or an investor ready to add another property to your portfolio, this home offers versatility and potential. The comfortable floor plan provides just the right amount of space without the upkeep of a larger home. Add your personal touches and updates to create a home that reflects your style, or explore its potential as an investment property. Located in Birmingham's Ensley area, 1421 42nd Street Ensley is ready for its next chapter. Bring your ideas, see the possibilities, and schedule your showing today!
For sale
$105,999
1421 42nd St, Birmingham, AL 35208
2beds
1,231sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1949
6,969 Square Feet Lot
$106,500 Zestimate®
$86/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 13 days
- 109
- 8
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Danny Johnson 256-716-5498,
DJR Realty LLC
Source: GALMLS,MLS#: 21464422
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom, Dining Room, Bathroom, Kitchen
Bedroom 1
- Level: First
Bedroom 2
- Level: First
Bathroom 1
- Level: First
Dining room
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Features: Laminate Counters
- Level: First
Living room
- Level: First
Basement
- Area: 375
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Refrigerator, Stove-Electric, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, In Basement, Basement Area, Yes
Features
- None, Smooth Ceilings, Tub/Shower Combo
- Flooring: Laminate
- Basement: Full,Unfinished,Block
- Attic: Other,Yes
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas Log, Living Room, Gas
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,231 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,231
- Finished area below ground: 0
Video & virtual tour
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Driveway, On Street, Garage Faces Rear
- Garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Open (DECK), Deck
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Fenced
- View description: None
- Waterfront features: No
Lot
- Size: 6,969 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 2900072011006.000
- Special conditions: As Is
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Other
- Foundation: Basement
Condition
- Year built: 1949
Utilities & green energy
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Sewer Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Belview Heights
Location
- Region: Birmingham
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $86/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $111,100
- Annual tax amount: $1,611
- Price range: $106K - $106K
- Date on market: 9/8/2026
Estimated market value
$106,500
$101,000 - $112,000
$901/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/8/2026 | Listed for sale | $105,999-7.8%$86/sqft |
Source:  GALMLS #21464422 Report a problem | ||
| 10/13/2023 | Sold | $115,000-0.8%$93/sqft |
Source: GALMLS #1360349 Report a problem | ||
| 9/23/2023 | Pending sale | $115,900$94/sqft |
Source: GALMLS #1360349 Report a problem | ||
| 8/28/2023 | Price change | $115,900-3.3%$94/sqft |
Source: GALMLS #1360349 Report a problem | ||
| 8/4/2023 | Price change | $119,900-7.8%$97/sqft |
Source: GALMLS #1360349 Report a problem | ||
| 7/23/2023 | Listed for sale | $130,000+333.3%$106/sqft |
Source: GALMLS #1360349 Report a problem | ||
| 8/23/2022 | Sold | $30,000-60%$24/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 9/25/2010 | Listing removed | $75,000$61/sqft |
Source: Realty South Over The Mountain #437298 Report a problem | ||
| 7/31/2010 | Price change | $75,000-4.5%$61/sqft |
Source: Realty South Over The Mountain #437298 Report a problem | ||
| 7/24/2010 | Listed for sale | $78,500+35.3%$64/sqft |
Source: Realty South Over The Mountain #437298 Report a problem | ||
| 3/25/1999 | Sold | $58,000+269.4%$47/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 12/1/1998 | Sold | $15,700$13/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,611 | $22,220 |
| 2024 | $1,611 | $22,220 |
| 2023 | $1,611 | $22,220 +169.7% |
| 2022 | -- | $8,240 |
| 2021 | -- | $8,240 |
| 2020 | -- | $8,240 |
| 2019 | -- | $8,240 +16.1% |
| 2018 | -- | $7,100 |
| 2017 | -- | $7,100 |
| 2016 | -- | $7,100 |
| 2015 | -- | $7,100 +1.4% |
| 2014 | $456 | $7,000 |
| 2013 | $456 | $7,000 +6.8% |
| 2012 | $456 -1.6% | $6,555 -1.7% |
| 2011 | $463 -8.3% | $6,670 -8.3% |
| 2010 | $505 +6.8% | $7,270 +6.8% |
| 2009 | $473 -2.3% | $6,810 -2.3% |
| 2008 | $484 +1.3% | $6,970 +1.3% |
| 2007 | $478 +5.8% | $6,880 +5.8% |
| 2006 | $452 +4.7% | $6,500 +4.7% |
| 2005 | $432 +2.8% | $6,210 -48.6% |
| 2004 | $420 +10% | $12,080 +10% |
| 2003 | $382 +16.8% | $10,980 +133.6% |
| 2002 | $327 | $4,700 |
| 2001 | $327 | $4,700 |
| 2000 | $327 | $4,700 |
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Neighborhood: Belview Heights
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Brown, Charles A.
- Middle: Green Acres
- High: Jackson - Olin
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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