1521 Heron Drive offers the space and layout buyers are looking for with 4 bedrooms and 2 full baths. Inside, the neutral paint colors give the home a clean, updated feel that works with any style. The living areas flow easily for everyday living, whether you are hosting family, helping with homework at the kitchen table, or relaxing at the end of the day. Step outside to a flat backyard with an open patio that is ready for cookouts, pets, or a play area. The yard offers plenty of usable space without a lot of maintenance. Conveniently located in Forestdale, this home is move-in ready and designed for practical, comfortable living.
For sale
$140,000
1521 Heron Dr, Birmingham, AL 35214
4beds
1,250sqft
:
Get pre-qualified$879/mo
Single Family Residence
Built in 1955
0.77 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$112/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Neutral paint colorsFlat backyard
- 73 days |
- 270 |
- 34 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Josh Vernon 205-206-4334,
Keller Williams Realty Vestavia
Source: GALMLS,MLS#: 21453074
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom, Dining Room, Bathroom, Kitchen, Master Bathroom, Master Bedroom
Primary bedroom
- Level: First
Bedroom 1
- Level: First
Bedroom 2
- Level: First
Bedroom 3
- Level: First
Primary bathroom
- Level: First
Bathroom 1
- Level: First
Dining room
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Level: First
Living room
- Level: First
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Central, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Stove-Electric, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Main Level, Other, Laundry (ROOM), Yes
Features
- None, Smooth Ceilings, Separate Shower, Tub/Shower Combo
- Flooring: Laminate
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Attic: Pull Down Stairs,Yes
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,250 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,250
- Finished area below ground: 0
Video & virtual tour
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway, On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Open (DECK), Deck
- Exterior features: None
- Pool features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: None
- Waterfront features: No
Lot
- Size: 0.77 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 2200083002031.000
- Special conditions: N/A
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
Condition
- Year built: 1955
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: None
Location
- Region: Birmingham
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $112/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $111,500
- Annual tax amount: $1,117
- Price range: $140K - $140K
- Date on market: 5/15/2026
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/3/2026 | Listed for sale | $140,000$112/sqft |
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| 6/23/2026 | Contingent | $140,000$112/sqft |
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| 6/17/2026 | Listed for sale | $140,000$112/sqft |
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| 6/4/2026 | Contingent | $140,000$112/sqft |
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| 5/15/2026 | Listed for sale | $140,000-2.7%$112/sqft |
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| 5/1/2026 | Listing removed | $143,900$115/sqft |
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| 4/4/2026 | Price change | $143,900-2%$115/sqft |
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| 3/10/2026 | Price change | $146,900-2%$118/sqft |
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| 2/5/2026 | Listed for sale | $149,900+218.9%$120/sqft |
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| 9/9/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 7/29/2023 | Listed for rent | $1,375+15.1%$1/sqft |
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| 9/14/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 9/8/2022 | Listed for rent | $1,195+13.8%$1/sqft |
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| 9/11/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 7/13/2021 | Price change | $1,050-4.1%$1/sqft |
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| 6/23/2021 | Price change | $1,095-4.4%$1/sqft |
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| 5/26/2021 | Listed for rent | $1,145-0.3%$1/sqft |
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| 1/12/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 12/25/2020 | Listed for rent | $1,149$1/sqft |
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| 12/25/2020 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 8/20/2020 | Sold | $47,000-27.7%$38/sqft |
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| 4/7/2020 | Listing removed | $65,000$52/sqft |
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| 3/7/2020 | Listed for sale | $65,000-4.4%$52/sqft |
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| 4/16/2007 | Sold | $68,000$54/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,117 | $22,300 |
| 2024 | $1,117 | $22,300 |
| 2023 | $1,117 +46.3% | $22,300 +46.3% |
| 2022 | $764 +25.3% | $15,240 +25.3% |
| 2021 | $609 | $12,160 |
| 2020 | $609 | $12,160 |
| 2019 | $609 -6.5% | $12,160 -6.5% |
| 2018 | $651 | $13,000 |
| 2017 | $651 | $13,000 |
| 2016 | $651 | $13,000 |
| 2015 | $651 +0.9% | $13,000 +0.9% |
| 2014 | $645 | $12,880 |
| 2013 | $645 | $12,880 0% |
| 2012 | $645 +56.4% | $12,882 +56.3% |
| 2007 | $413 +2.2% | $8,240 +2.2% |
| 2006 | $404 +11.5% | $8,060 +11.6% |
| 2005 | $362 +2% | $7,220 -49% |
| 2004 | $355 +9.2% | $14,160 +9.3% |
| 2003 | $325 +36.6% | $12,960 +172.8% |
| 2002 | $238 | $4,750 |
| 2001 | $238 | $4,750 |
| 2000 | $238 | $4,750 |
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Neighborhood: 35214
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Crumly Chapel Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 3 mi
- 3/10Minor Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 3.5 mi
- 1/10Minor High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Uw Clemon
- Middle: Minor Junior
- High: Minor
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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