Contingent

$499,900

1941 21st Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35209

3beds

2,227sqft

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1940

9,583 Square Feet Lot

$-- Zestimate^®

$224/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Nestled on one of Birmingham's most cherished and highly sought-after streets, this charming 3 bedroom, 2 bath home offers a rare opportunity to own a piece of the beloved "Diaper Row" community. Inside, you'll find spacious living area and a generously sized kitchen featuring a separate full-size refrigerator and freezer, perfect for entertaining and everyday convenience. Enjoy mornings on the welcoming front porch and evenings on the large covered deck overlooking a wonderful yard designed for gatherings with family and friends. Nature lovers will appreciate the additional lot behind the home, providing extra privacy, green space, and endless possibilities. The finished basement adds even more versatility with a den, a bath, laundry area, and ample storage. Properties in this location rarely last long. Schedule your private showing today and discover why so many buyers have been waiting for and discover why so many buyers have been waiting for an opportunity just like this.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2
Full bathrooms: 2

Rooms

Room types: Bedroom, Dining Room, Kitchen

Bedroom 1

Level: First

Bedroom 2

Level: First

Bedroom 3

Level: First

Dining room

Level: First

Kitchen

Features: Tile Counters
Level: First

Living room

Level: First

Basement

Area: 796

Heating

Forced Air, Natural Gas

Cooling

Central Air

Appliances

Included: Gas Cooktop, Dishwasher, Freezer, Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater
Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, In Basement, Basement Area, Yes

Features

Smooth Ceilings, Tub/Shower Combo
Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
Doors: French Doors
Basement: Partial,Partially Finished,Daylight
Attic: Walk-up,Yes
Number of fireplaces: 1
Fireplace features: Masonry, Living Room, Wood Burning, Outside

Interior area

Total interior livable area: 2,227 sqft
Finished area above ground: 1,431
Finished area below ground: 796

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Parking

Parking features: Driveway
Has uncovered spaces: Yes

Features

Levels: One
Stories: 1
Patio & porch: Open (PATIO), Patio, Porch, Covered (DECK), Deck
Pool features: None
Fencing: Fenced
Has view: Yes
View description: None
Waterfront features: No

Lot

Size: 9,583 Square Feet

Details

Additional structures: Storage
Parcel number: 2800072001041.000
Special conditions: N/A

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Wood Siding
Foundation: Basement

Condition

Year built: 1940

Utilities & green energy

Water: Public
Utilities for property: Sewer Connected

Community & HOA

Community

Subdivision: Diaper Row

Location

Region: Birmingham

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $224/sqft
Tax assessed value: $377,600
Annual tax amount: $2,666
Price range: $499.9K - $499.9K
Date on market: 6/16/2026

Estimated market value

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Estimated sales range

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Price history

Date	Event	Price
6/20/2026	Contingent	$499,900$224/sqft
Source: GALMLS #21456318 Report a problem
6/18/2026	Listed for sale	$499,900+120.2%$224/sqft
Source: GALMLS #21456318 Report a problem
7/14/2003	Sold	$227,000+21.4%$102/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
8/2/2000	Sold	$187,000$84/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$2,666	$37,760
2024	$2,666	$37,760
2023	$2,666 +12.2%	$37,760 +11.8%
2022	$2,376 +13.4%	$33,760 +12.9%
2021	$2,096 +2.6%	$29,900 +2.5%
2020	$2,044 +9.8%	$29,180 +9.5%
2019	$1,861 -9.9%	$26,660 -9.6%
2018	$2,066 +10.6%	$29,480 +10.2%
2017	$1,868 -5%	$26,760 -4.8%
2016	$1,967 +5.3%	$28,120 +5.1%
2015	$1,868 +27.7%	$26,760 +6.5%
2014	$1,464 -9.8%	$25,120
2013	$1,623	$25,120 +7.6%
2012	$1,623 -0.7%	$23,350 -0.7%
2011	$1,634 -4.6%	$23,510 -4.6%
2010	$1,712	$24,640
2009	$1,712 -1.2%	$24,640 -1.2%
2008	$1,733 -1.8%	$24,930 -1.8%
2007	$1,765 +4.1%	$25,390 +4.1%
2006	$1,694 +7.9%	$24,380 +7.9%
2005	$1,570 +10.8%	$22,590 -44.6%
2004	$1,417 +13%	$40,780 +13%
2003	$1,255 +37%	$36,100 +173.9%
2002	$916	$13,180
2001	$916 0%	$13,180
2000	$916	$13,180

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