Welcome to beautiful spacious 1856 Southwood Road in the heart of Vestavia Hills. This wonderful 4 BDR & 3.5 BA, 3,325 sq ft, home has so much room to offer a growing family & ultimate home entertainer. The home has a lovely living room that flows into a large eat-in kitchen that leads to a roomy den & dining hall that runs the length of the kitchen. French doors from the dining hall opens onto a beautiful large patio that allows for year-round outdoor entertaining. The back of the home has a master bedroom with two walk-in closets & large master bath. The front of the home has 3 BDR and updated two full BA with one being an ensuite bath. Beautiful hardwood floors run throughout this nicely updated home. Conveniently located walking distance to the City Center and 5- 6 minutes drive to Vestavia East Elementary, Pizitz Middle School and Wald Park. One can get to other greater Birmingham areas for work, entertainment & dining within 20 minutes or less. Don’t miss out on this home!
Sold for $735,500
$735,500
1856 Southwood Rd, Vestavia Hills, AL 35216
4beds
3,325sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1954
0.39 Acres Lot
$752,200 Zestimate®
$221/sqft
$4,157 Estimated rent
Home value
$752,200
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Listed by:
Kim Grumley 205-999-9122,
RealtySouth-MB-Crestline
Bought with:
Kathy Harris
RealtySouth-MB-Cahaba Rd
Source: GALMLS,MLS#: 21417393
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom, Den/Family (ROOM), Dining Room, Bathroom, Half Bath (ROOM), Kitchen, Master Bathroom, Master Bedroom, Mud (ROOM)
Primary bedroom
- Level: First
Bedroom 1
- Level: First
Bedroom 2
- Level: First
Bedroom 3
- Level: First
Primary bathroom
- Level: First
Bathroom 1
- Level: First
Bathroom 3
- Level: First
Dining room
- Level: First
Family room
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Features: Stone Counters, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Pantry
- Level: First
Living room
- Level: First
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- 3+ Systems (HEAT), Central, Natural Gas
Cooling
- 3+ Systems (COOL), Central Air, Electric, Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances
- Included: Gas Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Electric Oven, Self Cleaning Oven, Double Oven, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Tankless Water Heater
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Main Level, Laundry Room, Laundry (ROOM), Yes
Features
- Recessed Lighting, Crown Molding, Smooth Ceilings, Soaking Tub, Separate Shower, Double Vanity, Tub/Shower Combo, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
- Doors: French Doors
- Windows: Double Pane Windows
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Attic: Pull Down Stairs,Yes
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas Log, Tile (FIREPL), Living Room, Gas
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 3,325 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,325
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Attached, Driveway, On Street, Parking (MLVL)
- Has attached garage: Yes
- Carport spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Open (PATIO), Patio
- Exterior features: Lighting, Sprinkler System
- Pool features: None
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Bath
- Fencing: Fenced
- Has view: Yes
- View description: None
- Waterfront features: No
Lot
- Size: 0.39 Acres
- Features: Few Trees, Subdivision
Details
- Additional structures: Storage
- Parcel number: 2800193002007.000
- Special conditions: N/A
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
Condition
- Year built: 1954
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Thermostat
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Montclaire
Location
- Region: Vestavia Hills
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $221/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $586,300
- Annual tax amount: $5,377
- Price range: $735.5K - $735.5K
- Date on market: 4/30/2025
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/27/2025 | Sold | $735,500-0.6%$221/sqft |
Source:  GALMLS #21417393 Report a problem | ||
| 5/7/2025 | Contingent | $739,900$223/sqft |
Source: GALMLS #21417393 Report a problem | ||
| 5/2/2025 | Listed for sale | $739,900+13.2%$223/sqft |
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| 5/25/2021 | Sold | $653,700+34.8%$197/sqft |
Source: GALMLS #1283761 Report a problem | ||
| 5/10/2015 | Listing removed | $485,000$146/sqft |
Source: LIST Birmingham #624776 Report a problem | ||
| 4/22/2015 | Pending sale | $485,000$146/sqft |
Source: LIST Birmingham #624776 Report a problem | ||
| 4/8/2015 | Listed for sale | $485,000+1.3%$146/sqft |
Source: LIST Birmingham #624776 Report a problem | ||
| 4/15/2010 | Listing removed | $479,000$144/sqft |
Source: Amerisell Realty #456907 Report a problem | ||
| 3/7/2010 | Listed for sale | $479,000+204.1%$144/sqft |
Source: Amerisell Realty #456907 Report a problem | ||
| 6/10/2002 | Sold | $157,500$47/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,377 | $58,640 |
| 2024 | $5,377 | $58,640 |
| 2023 | $5,377 -10.7% | $58,640 -10.6% |
| 2022 | $6,020 +51.1% | $65,580 +50.4% |
| 2021 | $3,984 -6.9% | $43,600 -6.8% |
| 2020 | $4,281 +7.4% | $46,800 +7.3% |
| 2019 | $3,984 -0.3% | $43,600 -0.3% |
| 2018 | $3,995 | $43,720 |
| 2017 | $3,995 | $43,720 |
| 2016 | $3,995 | $43,720 |
| 2015 | $3,995 +0.9% | $43,720 +1% |
| 2014 | $3,960 -1.2% | $43,280 |
| 2013 | $4,008 | $43,280 |
| 2012 | $4,008 -1% | $43,280 -1% |
| 2011 | $4,048 +9.1% | $43,720 +9.1% |
| 2010 | $3,712 | $40,090 |
| 2009 | $3,712 -1.4% | $40,090 -1.4% |
| 2008 | $3,764 -8.7% | $40,650 -8.7% |
| 2007 | $4,123 +62.8% | $44,530 +62.8% |
| 2006 | $2,533 +15% | $27,350 +15% |
| 2005 | $2,202 +13.6% | $23,780 -43.2% |
| 2004 | $1,938 +31.5% | $41,860 +31.5% |
| 2003 | $1,474 +17% | $31,840 +133.9% |
| 2002 | $1,260 | $13,610 |
| 2001 | $1,260 | $13,610 |
| 2000 | $1,260 | $13,610 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 35216
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Vestavia Hills Elementary School EastGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.6 mi
- 10/10Vestavia Hills High School Freshman CampusGrades: 9Distance: 2.1 mi
- 10/10Louis Pizitz Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Vestavia - East
- Middle: Pizitz
- High: Vestavia Hills
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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- 1856 Southwood Rd
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