For sale

$1,199,900

1453 Shades Crest Rd, Birmingham, AL 35226

6beds

12,909sqft

$7,293/mo

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1920

2.61 Acres Lot

$1,236,600 Zestimate^®

$93/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Welcome to Historic Stonecroft, circa 1923—a truly remarkable private estate enclave nestled on approximately 2.5 wooded acres atop Shades Mountain. This extraordinary property encompasses three private Tudor Revival residences, creating a rare combination of historic significance, architectural beauty, privacy, and income-producing potential. Rich in history and meticulously preserved, the estate is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the Alabama Register of Landmarks & Heritage, and the Jefferson County Historical Register. The sandstone manor house is the crown jewel of Stonecroft. Inside, the home retains an exceptional collection of original architectural details, including beautifully crafted millwork, 10-foot ceilings on the main level, 9-foot ceilings upstairs, white oak flooring, pocket doors, leaded-glass windows, original light fixtures, steam heat, and 8 wood-burning fireplaces. Throughout the grounds are tangible reminders of Stonecroft’s past.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 6
Bathrooms: 4
Full bathrooms: 3
1/2 bathrooms: 1

Rooms

Room types: Bedroom, Breakfast Room (ROOM), Dining Room, Bathroom, Half Bath (ROOM), Kitchen, Master Bathroom, Master Bedroom, Office/Study (ROOM)

Primary bedroom

Level: Second

Bedroom 1

Level: Second

Bedroom 2

Level: Second

Bedroom 3

Level: Second

Bedroom 4

Level: Second

Primary bathroom

Level: Second

Bathroom 1

Level: First

Bathroom 3

Level: Second

Bathroom 4

Level: Second

Dining room

Level: First

Kitchen

Features: Laminate Counters, Eat-in Kitchen, Pantry
Level: First

Living room

Level: First

Basement

Area: 3936

Office

Level: First

Heating

Steam

Cooling

Central Air, Window Unit(s), Ceiling Fan(s)

Appliances

Included: Electric Cooktop, Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Plumbed for Gas in Kit, Refrigerator, Stove-Electric, Gas Water Heater
Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Laundry Chute, Sink, Washer Hookup, In Basement, Basement Area, Garage Area, Yes

Features

Multiple Staircases, Wet Bar, High Ceilings, Crown Molding, Smooth Ceilings, Dressing Room, Linen Closet, Separate Shower, Shared Bath, Sitting Area in Master, Tub/Shower Combo, Walk-In Closet(s)
Flooring: Carpet, Concrete, Hardwood, Hardwood Under Carpet, Tile, Vinyl
Doors: French Doors
Windows: Window Treatments
Basement: Full,Partially Finished,Daylight,Rock/Stone
Attic: Walk-In,Walk-up,Yes
Number of fireplaces: 8
Fireplace features: Marble (FIREPL), Masonry, Stone, Tile (FIREPL), Bedroom, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Recreation Room, Wood Burning

Interior area

Total interior livable area: 12,909 sqft
Finished area above ground: 9,673
Finished area below ground: 3,236

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Parking

Total spaces: 3
Parking features: Circular Driveway, Detached, Driveway, Off Street, Open, Garage Faces Side
Garage spaces: 3
Has uncovered spaces: Yes

Features

Levels: 2+ story,Tri-Level
Patio & porch: Covered, Open (PATIO), Patio, Porch
Exterior features: Balcony
Pool features: None
View description: None
Waterfront features: No

Lot

Size: 2.61 Acres
Features: Acreage, Irregular Lot, Few Trees

Details

Additional structures: Guest House
Parcel number: 2900264007004.001
Special conditions: As Is

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Stone
Foundation: Basement

Condition

Year built: 1920

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: Septic Tank
Water: Public

Community & HOA

Community

Security: Safe Room/Storm Cellar
Subdivision: Shades Cliff

Location

Region: Birmingham

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $93/sqft
Tax assessed value: $1,809,500
Price range: $1.2M - $1.2M
Date on market: 9/5/2026

Estimated market value

$1,236,600

$1.17M - $1.30M

Not available

Price history

Date	Event	Price
9/15/2026	Listed for sale	$1,199,900+0.9%$93/sqft
Source: GALMLS #21464216 Report a problem
6/1/2021	Listing removed	--
Source: GALMLS #891359 Report a problem
5/4/2021	Price change	$1,189,000-0.4%$92/sqft
Source: GALMLS #891359 Report a problem
12/30/2020	Price change	$1,194,000-0.4%$92/sqft
Source: GALMLS #891359 Report a problem
12/15/2020	Price change	$1,199,000+0.8%$93/sqft
Source: Century 21 Advantage #891359 Report a problem
10/9/2020	Price change	$1,190,000-0.4%$92/sqft
Source: Century 21 Advantage #891359 Report a problem
8/25/2020	Price change	$1,195,000-0.4%$93/sqft
Source: Century 21 Advantage #891359 Report a problem
8/4/2020	Listed for sale	$1,200,000-38.5%$93/sqft
Source: Century 21 Advantage #891359 Report a problem
4/18/2020	Listing removed	$1,950,000$151/sqft
Source: ERA King - Birmingham #846115 Report a problem
9/12/2019	Price change	$1,950,000-2.3%$151/sqft
Source: ERA King - Birmingham #846115 Report a problem
4/17/2019	Listed for sale	$1,995,000$155/sqft
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Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	--	$180,960 +1.6%
2024	--	$178,080 +13.7%
2023	--	$156,560 +3.8%
2022	--	$150,800 +20.1%
2021	--	$125,520 +0.8%
2020	--	$124,560 +14.3%
2019	--	$109,000 +8.2%
2018	--	$100,700 +8.3%
2017	--	$92,980 -6.5%
2016	--	$99,480 +7%
2015	--	$92,980 +1.6%
2014	$6,644	$91,520
2013	$6,644	$91,520
2012	$6,644 -1.6%	$91,520 -1.6%
2011	$6,750	$92,970
2010	$6,750	$92,970
2009	$6,750 -2.9%	$92,970 -2.9%
2008	$6,949 +10.2%	$95,720 +10.2%
2007	$6,308 +10.1%	$86,880 +10.1%
2006	$5,729 +1.1%	$78,910 +1.1%
2005	$5,668 +10.6%	$78,080 -44.7%
2004	$5,127 +4.7%	$141,240 +4.7%
2003	$4,899 +18.7%	$134,960 +137.4%
2002	$4,128	$56,860
2001	$4,128	$56,860