This 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom home offers a great opportunity for those looking to add their personal touch. With some TLC, this property can truly shine. Features include a screened-in front porch and original trim and fixtures that reflect the home's classic character.
For sale
Price cut: $2K (7/9)
$69,000
1527 42nd St, Birmingham, AL 35208
3beds
1,480sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1940
6,969 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$47/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Screened-in front porchOriginal trim and fixtures
- 361 days |
- 282 |
- 22 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Robert Salmons 888-216-6364,
Entera Realty LLC
Source: GALMLS,MLS#: 21424957
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom, Kitchen, Master Bedroom
Primary bedroom
- Level: First
Bedroom 1
- Level: First
Bedroom 2
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Features: Laminate Counters
- Level: First
Living room
- Level: First
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Electric
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Electric Cooktop, Electric Oven, Refrigerator, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Main Level, Laundry Closet, Yes
Features
- None, Tub/Shower Combo
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Vinyl
- Basement: Partial,Unfinished,Block
- Attic: None
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Masonry, Living Room, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,480 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,480
- Finished area below ground: 0
Video & virtual tour
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered, Patio, Porch Screened
- Pool features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: None
- Waterfront features: No
Lot
- Size: 6,969 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 2900071014006.000
- Special conditions: As Is
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Basement
Condition
- Year built: 1940
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Ensley
Location
- Region: Birmingham
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $47/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $84,400
- Annual tax amount: $1,224
- Price range: $69K - $69K
- Date on market: 7/14/2025
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
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$1,059/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/9/2026 | Price change | $69,000-2.8%$47/sqft |
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| 6/15/2026 | Price change | $71,000-2.7%$48/sqft |
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| 5/15/2026 | Price change | $73,000-2.7%$49/sqft |
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| 4/10/2026 | Price change | $75,000-2.6%$51/sqft |
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| 3/20/2026 | Price change | $77,000-2.5%$52/sqft |
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| 2/27/2026 | Price change | $79,000-2.5%$53/sqft |
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| 1/30/2026 | Price change | $81,000-2.4%$55/sqft |
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| 1/9/2026 | Price change | $83,000-2.4%$56/sqft |
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| 12/23/2025 | Listed for sale | $85,000$57/sqft |
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| 10/9/2025 | Pending sale | $85,000$57/sqft |
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| 9/26/2025 | Price change | $85,000-4.5%$57/sqft |
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| 9/12/2025 | Price change | $89,000-4.3%$60/sqft |
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| 8/29/2025 | Price change | $93,000-4.1%$63/sqft |
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| 8/15/2025 | Price change | $97,000-4%$66/sqft |
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| 7/31/2025 | Price change | $101,000-3.8%$68/sqft |
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| 7/14/2025 | Listed for sale | $105,000+463%$71/sqft |
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| 10/22/2018 | Listing removed | $795$1/sqft |
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| 8/31/2018 | Price change | $795+2.6%$1/sqft |
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| 8/22/2018 | Listed for rent | $775+6.9%$1/sqft |
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| 7/4/2017 | Listing removed | $725 |
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| 6/5/2017 | Price change | $725-6.5% |
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| 3/15/2017 | Listed for rent | $775+3.3%$1/sqft |
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| 8/31/2015 | Listing removed | $750$1/sqft |
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| 8/11/2015 | Listed for rent | $750$1/sqft |
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| 5/16/2014 | Listing removed | $750$1/sqft |
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| 1/29/2013 | Sold | $18,650-41.1%$13/sqft |
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| 4/24/2012 | Sold | $31,670$21/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,224 | $16,880 |
| 2024 | $1,224 | $16,880 |
| 2023 | $1,224 +33.8% | $16,880 +33.8% |
| 2022 | $915 | $12,620 |
| 2021 | $915 -16% | $12,620 |
| 2020 | $1,089 -13.8% | $12,620 -27.6% |
| 2019 | $1,263 +16.1% | $17,420 +16.1% |
| 2018 | $1,088 | $15,000 |
| 2017 | $1,088 | $15,000 |
| 2016 | $1,088 -8.8% | $15,000 |
| 2015 | $1,192 +4.6% | $15,000 -7.3% |
| 2014 | $1,140 +116.2% | $16,180 +0.1% |
| 2013 | $527 | $16,160 +113.1% |
| 2012 | $527 -1.6% | $7,585 -1.6% |
| 2011 | $536 -7.3% | $7,710 -7.2% |
| 2010 | $578 +5.9% | $8,310 +5.9% |
| 2009 | $546 -2.4% | $7,850 -2.4% |
| 2008 | $559 +1.4% | $8,040 +1.4% |
| 2007 | $551 +5.6% | $7,930 +5.6% |
| 2006 | $522 +4.9% | $7,510 +4.9% |
| 2005 | $498 +2.9% | $7,160 -48.5% |
| 2004 | $484 +9.3% | $13,900 +9.3% |
| 2003 | $443 +16.7% | $12,720 +133% |
| 2002 | $379 | $5,460 |
| 2001 | $379 | $5,460 |
| 2000 | $379 | $5,460 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Belview Heights
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Charles A Brown Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.6 mi
- 4/10Green Acres Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.5 mi
- 1/10Jackson-Olin High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.9 mi
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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