Welcome to 1456 Alford Ave in Hoover (35226)—a fully updated 1957 white painted brick charmer with black accents,loaded with character and modern upgrades in one of Birmingham’s most convenient locations!Featuring a 2-car carport, hardwood floors, and an open living/dining space with a cozy fireplace, this home is truly move-in ready.The spacious 3BR/2BA layout includes a large primary suite (fits a king bed) and a thoughtfully designed primary bath remodeled in 2025 with quartz counters, stunning tile, and an incredible shower w/ rainfall head.Secondary bath (2025) offers tub/shower combo with tile to the ceiling and updated fixtures.Kitchen keeps original charm w/granite counters, stainless appliances,undermount sink,pantry + eat-in nook.Bright sunroom/laundry is a versatile bonus space w/ amazing plant light.Enjoy a flat, fenced, private backyard w/ unique half wall, giant camellia bush + tulip tree blooming pink each Feb—perfect for summer BBQs!Close to I-65,UAB,Samford & downtown.
Sold for $391,000
$391,000
1456 Alford Ave, Birmingham, AL 35226
3beds
1,747sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1957
0.44 Acres Lot
$394,200 Zestimate®
$224/sqft
$2,252 Estimated rent
Home value
$394,200
$371,000 - $418,000
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Listed by:
Bryant Turner 251-243-5259,
ARC Realty 280
Bought with:
Shelley Watkins
ARC Realty - Homewood
Source: GALMLS,MLS#: 21441505
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom, Bonus Room, Den/Family (ROOM), Bathroom, Kitchen, Master Bathroom, Master Bedroom
Primary bedroom
- Level: First
Bedroom 1
- Level: First
Bedroom 2
- Level: First
Primary bathroom
- Level: First
Bathroom 1
- Level: First
Family room
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Features: Stone Counters
- Level: First
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stove-Electric, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Main Level, Laundry Room, Laundry (ROOM), Yes
Features
- None, Smooth Ceilings, Linen Closet, Shared Bath, Tub/Shower Combo
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Attic: Other,Yes
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Brick (FIREPL), Bedroom, Family Room, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,747 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,747
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Driveway, Parking (MLVL)
- Has attached garage: Yes
- Carport spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Open (PATIO), Patio, Porch
- Pool features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: None
- Waterfront features: No
Lot
- Size: 0.44 Acres
- Features: Interior Lot, Few Trees
Details
- Parcel number: 2900264007023.000
- Special conditions: N/A
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
Condition
- Year built: 1957
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Underground Utilities
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: None
Location
- Region: Birmingham
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $224/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $300,900
- Annual tax amount: $2,132
- Price range: $391K - $391K
- Date on market: 1/21/2026
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/27/2026 | Sold | $391,000+4.3%$224/sqft |
Source:  GALMLS #21441505 Report a problem | ||
| 1/27/2026 | Contingent | $375,000$215/sqft |
Source: GALMLS #21441505 Report a problem | ||
| 1/24/2026 | Listed for sale | $375,000+45.3%$215/sqft |
Source: GALMLS #21441505 Report a problem | ||
| 12/30/2019 | Sold | $258,000-0.4%$148/sqft |
Source: GALMLS #863617 Report a problem | ||
| 12/23/2019 | Pending sale | $259,000$148/sqft |
Source: Landmark Birmingham #863617 Report a problem | ||
| 12/6/2019 | Price change | $259,000-2.1%$148/sqft |
Source: Landmark Birmingham #863617 Report a problem | ||
| 11/20/2019 | Price change | $264,500-1.9%$151/sqft |
Source: Landmark Birmingham #863617 Report a problem | ||
| 11/16/2019 | Price change | $269,500-0.1%$154/sqft |
Source: Landmark Birmingham #863617 Report a problem | ||
| 9/27/2019 | Listed for sale | $269,900+54.2%$154/sqft |
Source: Landmark Birmingham #863617 Report a problem | ||
| 7/22/2019 | Sold | $175,000+12.9%$100/sqft |
Source: GALMLS #848527 Report a problem | ||
| 5/3/2019 | Listed for sale | $155,000-13.4%$89/sqft |
Source: LAH - Homewood #848527 Report a problem | ||
| 4/6/2005 | Sold | $179,000+55.8%$102/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 11/6/1998 | Sold | $114,900$66/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,132 +1% | $30,100 +1% |
| 2024 | $2,110 +8.1% | $29,800 +7.9% |
| 2023 | $1,952 -4.8% | $27,620 -4.7% |
| 2022 | $2,051 +12.4% | $28,980 +12.1% |
| 2021 | $1,824 -43.8% | $25,860 +15.7% |
| 2020 | $3,247 +121.7% | $22,360 +7% |
| 2019 | $1,464 +15.7% | $20,900 +15.1% |
| 2018 | $1,265 +5.2% | $18,160 +5% |
| 2017 | $1,203 -6.9% | $17,300 -6.6% |
| 2016 | $1,292 +7.4% | $18,520 +7.1% |
| 2015 | $1,203 -5.5% | $17,300 -4.9% |
| 2014 | $1,273 -3.6% | $18,200 |
| 2013 | $1,321 | $18,200 +0.1% |
| 2012 | $1,321 -1% | $18,190 -1% |
| 2011 | $1,334 | $18,380 |
| 2010 | $1,334 | $18,380 |
| 2009 | $1,334 -3.2% | $18,380 -3.2% |
| 2008 | $1,378 +0.5% | $18,980 +0.5% |
| 2007 | $1,371 +21.7% | $18,890 +21.7% |
| 2006 | $1,127 +0.7% | $15,520 +0.7% |
| 2005 | $1,119 +15.9% | $15,410 -42.1% |
| 2004 | $966 +3.4% | $26,600 +3.4% |
| 2003 | $934 +21.4% | $25,720 +142.9% |
| 2002 | $769 | $10,590 |
| 2001 | $769 | $10,590 |
| 2000 | $769 | $10,590 |
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Neighborhood: 35226
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Shades Mt Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.9 mi
- 10/10Berry Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8,11-12Distance: 5.8 mi
- 10/10Spain Park High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 6.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Shades Mountain
- 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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