For sale

$124,500

1529 Foster Ave, Birmingham, AL 35214

3beds

1,200sqft

$843/mo

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1958

1.51 Acres Lot

$-- Zestimate^®

$104/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Washer and dryerLarge lotFantastic brick fireplaceLarge eat-in kitchenCanopy of mature trees

Nestled at the end of Foster Avenue on a large lot you might find heaven! Whether you're an owner occupant or investor, this is IT! Close enough to Downtown and I-22 for an easy commute to work, even closer to shopping and retail! The canopy of mature trees welcomes you to the covered front porch, perfect for a swing! Through the front door into the living room with hardwoods. To the left of the living area is a fantastic brick fireplace. Adjacent to the living area is a large eat-in kitchen with washer and dryer! Adjacent to kitchen is a really nice screened back porch area! 3 Bedrooms also situated on the main level, all on the right side of home. Full bath in the rear. Small unfinished basement area for storm shelter and storage. It's a peaceful place!

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 1
Full bathrooms: 1

Rooms

Room types: Bedroom, Bathroom, Kitchen

Bedroom 1

Level: First

Bedroom 2

Level: First

Bathroom 1

Level: First

Kitchen

Features: Laminate Counters
Level: First

Living room

Level: First

Basement

Area: 200

Heating

Central

Cooling

Central Air

Appliances

Included: Stove-Electric, Electric Water Heater
Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Main Level, Other, Yes

Features

None, Smooth Ceilings, Tub/Shower Combo
Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
Basement: Partial,Unfinished,Block
Attic: None
Number of fireplaces: 1
Fireplace features: Masonry, Living Room, Wood Burning

Interior area

Total interior livable area: 1,200 sqft
Finished area above ground: 1,200
Finished area below ground: 0

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Property

Parking

Parking features: Driveway
Has uncovered spaces: Yes

Features

Levels: One
Stories: 1
Patio & porch: Porch, Porch Screened
Pool features: None
View description: None
Waterfront features: No

Lot

Size: 1.51 Acres

Details

Parcel number: 2200084000062.000
Special conditions: As Is

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Block
Foundation: Basement

Condition

Year built: 1958

Utilities & green energy

Water: Public
Utilities for property: Sewer Connected

Community & HOA

Community

Subdivision: Hillview

Location

Region: Birmingham

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $104/sqft
Tax assessed value: $89,200
Annual tax amount: $894
Price range: $124.5K - $124.5K
Date on market: 10/1/2026

Estimated market value

Not available

Estimated sales range

Not available

Price history

Date	Event	Price
10/1/2026	Listed for sale	$124,500+18.6%$104/sqft
Source: GALMLS #21466620 Report a problem
9/13/2025	Listing removed	$950$1/sqft
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
8/6/2025	Price change	$950-4.9%$1/sqft
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
6/30/2025	Price change	$999-15%$1/sqft
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4/7/2025	Listing removed	$105,000$88/sqft
Source: GALMLS #21400266 Report a problem
3/29/2025	Listed for rent	$1,175+2.2%$1/sqft
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
3/1/2025	Price change	$105,000-3.2%$88/sqft
Source: GALMLS #21400266 Report a problem
2/23/2025	Price change	$108,500-0.9%$90/sqft
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2/19/2025	Listing removed	$1,150$1/sqft
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
2/10/2025	Price change	$109,500-5.6%$91/sqft
Source: GALMLS #21400266 Report a problem
1/21/2025	Price change	$116,000-2.1%$97/sqft
Source: GALMLS #21400266 Report a problem
1/11/2025	Price change	$118,500-0.8%$99/sqft
Source: GALMLS #21400266 Report a problem
12/31/2024	Price change	$119,500-4.4%$100/sqft
Source: GALMLS #21400266 Report a problem
12/4/2024	Price change	$1,150-8%$1/sqft
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
11/22/2024	Listed for rent	$1,250+2.9%$1/sqft
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10/25/2024	Price change	$125,000-7.4%$104/sqft
Source: GALMLS #21400266 Report a problem
10/15/2024	Listed for sale	$135,000+62.7%$113/sqft
Source: GALMLS #21400266 Report a problem
11/13/2023	Listing removed	--
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11/10/2023	Listed for rent	$1,215$1/sqft
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11/9/2023	Listing removed	--
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9/24/2023	Listed for rent	$1,215+8%$1/sqft
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9/24/2023	Listing removed	--
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9/15/2023	Listed for rent	$1,125$1/sqft
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7/31/2023	Sold	$83,000-24.5%$69/sqft
Source: GALMLS #1348432 Report a problem
7/31/2023	Contingent	$109,900$92/sqft
Source: GALMLS #1348432 Report a problem
3/30/2023	Listed for sale	$109,900+181.8%$92/sqft
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8/31/2017	Sold	$39,000-2.5%$33/sqft
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9/29/2008	Sold	$40,000$33/sqft
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3/25/2008	Sold	$40,000$33/sqft
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Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$894	$17,840
2024	$894 -10.9%	$17,840 -10.9%
2023	$1,003 +10%	$20,020 +10%
2022	$912 +26.2%	$18,200 +26.2%
2021	$722	$14,420
2020	$722	$14,420
2019	$722 +16.7%	$14,420 +16.7%
2018	$619	$12,360
2017	$619	$12,360
2016	$619	$12,360
2015	$619 +0.5%	$12,360 +1.3%
2014	$616	$12,200
2013	$616	$12,200 -0.8%
2012	$616 +76.9%	$12,302 +76.8%
2008	$349 +1%	$6,960 +1%
2007	$345 +2.8%	$6,890 +2.8%
2006	$335 +4%	$6,700 +4%
2005	$322 +2.2%	$6,440 -48.9%
2004	$315 +3.6%	$12,600 +3.6%
2003	$304 +22.5%	$12,160 +145.2%
2002	$248	$4,960
2001	$248	$4,960
2000	$248	$4,960