For sale

$459,000

1513 13th St S, Birmingham, AL 35205

4beds

2,700sqft

$2,728/mo

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1915

8,015 Square Feet Lot

$441,900 Zestimate^®

$170/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Large fenced yardExpansive front porchNew stainless kitchen appliancesDramatic foyer and staircaseHigh ceilingsBeautiful hardwood floorsStained-glass accents

Step into Birmingham history at the Hessler-Merchant-Powell House, a distinctive 1907 home recognized by the Jefferson County Historical Commission. This 4BR/2BA home offers exceptional historic character, including an expansive front porch, dramatic foyer & staircase, beautiful hardwood floors, high ceilings, stained-glass accents and generous living and dining rooms. Major improvements include replacement of the electrical system, with roof and HVAC replaced approx. 6 years ago, 2021 re-insulation, prior foundation reinforcement, termite bond, and new stainless kitchen appliances (2026). A large unfinished attic offers exciting potential for future expansion. Large fenced yard. Offered FULLY FURNISHED—including four new king beds with memory-foam mattresses, living/dining furniture, rugs, lamps and décor. Two porch rockers excluded.Beautiful historic property in an excellent location near Five Points and UAB.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 2
Full bathrooms: 2

Rooms

Room types: Bedroom, Dining Room, Kitchen, Master Bedroom

Primary bedroom

Level: Second
Area: 225
Dimensions: 15 x 15

Bedroom 1

Level: Second

Bedroom 2

Level: Second

Bedroom 3

Level: Second

Dining room

Level: First

Kitchen

Features: Stone Counters
Level: First

Living room

Level: First

Basement

Area: 0

Heating

Central, Forced Air

Cooling

Central Air

Appliances

Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Ice Maker, Microwave, Electric Oven, Refrigerator, Stove-Gas, Gas Water Heater
Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Main Level, Laundry Room, Yes

Features

None, High Ceilings, Crown Molding, Shared Bath, Tub/Shower Combo
Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
Basement: Full,Unfinished,Block
Attic: Pull Down Stairs,Yes
Number of fireplaces: 2
Fireplace features: Gas Log, Great Room, Master Bedroom, Gas

Interior area

Total interior livable area: 2,700 sqft
Finished area above ground: 2,700
Finished area below ground: 0

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Property

Parking

Parking features: Off Street, On Street
Has uncovered spaces: Yes

Features

Levels: 2+ story
Patio & porch: Porch
Exterior features: Sprinkler System
Pool features: None
Fencing: Fenced
Has view: Yes
View description: None
Waterfront features: No

Lot

Size: 8,015 Square Feet

Details

Parcel number: 2900013021004.000
Special conditions: As Is

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Vinyl Siding
Foundation: Basement, Pillar/Post/Pier

Condition

Year built: 1915

Utilities & green energy

Water: Public
Utilities for property: Sewer Connected, Underground Utilities

Community & HOA

Community

Subdivision: Glenview

Location

Region: Birmingham

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $170/sqft
Tax assessed value: $416,600
Annual tax amount: $2,949
Price range: $459K - $459K
Date on market: 8/23/2026

Estimated market value

$441,900

$420,000 - $464,000

$2,312/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
8/23/2026	Listed for sale	$459,000+9.3%$170/sqft
Source: GALMLS #21462959 Report a problem
9/21/2023	Sold	$420,000-1.2%$156/sqft
Source: GALMLS #1362042 Report a problem
8/27/2023	Contingent	$425,000$157/sqft
Source: GALMLS #1362042 Report a problem
8/22/2023	Price change	$425,000-2.3%$157/sqft
Source: GALMLS #1362042 Report a problem
8/10/2023	Listed for sale	$435,000+18.9%$161/sqft
Source: GALMLS #1362042 Report a problem
6/4/2021	Sold	$365,900+39.4%$136/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
8/23/2018	Sold	$262,500-0.9%$97/sqft
Source: GALMLS #819721 Report a problem
6/19/2018	Pending sale	$265,000$98/sqft
Source: ARC Realty #819721 Report a problem
6/13/2018	Listed for sale	$265,000+5%$98/sqft
Source: ARC Realty #819721 Report a problem
1/25/2007	Sold	$252,500+113.1%$94/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
2/10/2000	Sold	$118,500$44/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$2,949	$41,660
2024	$2,949 -0.4%	$41,660 -0.4%
2023	$2,962 +1.8%	$41,840 +1.8%
2022	$2,909 +11.9%	$41,120 +11.6%
2021	$2,599 +32.1%	$36,840 +31%
2020	$1,967	$28,120
2019	$1,967 -0.4%	$28,120 -0.4%
2018	$1,974 +11.1%	$28,220 +10.7%
2017	$1,777 +4.6%	$25,500 +4.4%
2016	$1,699	$24,420
2015	$1,699 +9%	$24,420 +0.8%
2014	$1,558 -10.6%	$24,220 +1%
2013	$1,743	$23,980 -4.4%
2012	$1,743 -0.9%	$25,072 -0.9%
2011	$1,758	$25,300
2010	$1,758 +0%	$25,300
2009	$1,758 -50.7%	$25,300 -50.7%
2008	$3,564 +102.5%	$51,280 +102.4%
2007	$1,760 +2.2%	$25,330 +2.2%
2006	$1,722 +16.5%	$24,780 +16.5%
2005	$1,479 +4.1%	$21,270 -48%
2004	$1,421 +9.1%	$40,880 +9%
2003	$1,303 +31.7%	$37,500 +163.5%
2002	$989	$14,230
2001	$989 0%	$14,230
2000	$989	$14,230