This charming 3-bedroom, 1-bath home in the East Lake area offers comfort, convenience, and value. Conveniently located near schools, shopping, and interstate access, the property sits on a spacious corner lot and is within walking distance of a local park. Inside, you'll find beautiful hardwood floors throughout and an updated kitchen featuring like-new cabinets and appliances. Additional highlights include a durable metal roof, energy-efficient double-pane windows, and move-in-ready condition. If you're a first-time homebuyer or an investor, this well-maintained home is a fantastic opportunity. A must-see!
For sale
Price cut: $5K (8/15)
$104,900
228 72nd St N, Birmingham, AL 35206
3beds
1,188sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1953
7,405 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$88/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Durable metal roofSpacious corner lotEnergy-efficient double-pane windowsLike-new cabinets and appliancesBeautiful hardwood floors throughoutUpdated kitchen
- 64 days |
- 175 |
- 14 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Eddie Rich 205-370-9536,
ARC Realty Vestavia
Source: GALMLS,MLS#: 21456439
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom, Den/Family (ROOM), Bathroom, Kitchen, Master Bedroom
Primary bedroom
- Level: First
Bedroom 1
- Level: First
Bedroom 2
- Level: First
Bathroom 1
- Level: First
Family room
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Features: Laminate Counters
- Level: First
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Electric Oven, Refrigerator, Stove-Electric, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Main Level, Laundry Closet, Yes
Features
- None, Smooth Ceilings, Tub/Shower Combo
- Flooring: Hardwood, Vinyl
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Attic: Other,Yes
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,188 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,188
- Finished area below ground: 0
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Property
Parking
- Parking features: Off Street
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Exterior features: None
- Pool features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: None
- Waterfront features: No
Lot
- Size: 7,405 Square Feet
- Features: Corner Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 2300152020022.000
- Special conditions: As Is
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Shingle Siding
Condition
- Year built: 1953
Utilities & green energy
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Sewer Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: East Lake
Location
- Region: Birmingham
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $88/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $61,700
- Annual tax amount: $895
- Price range: $104.9K - $104.9K
- Date on market: 6/17/2026
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/15/2026 | Price change | $104,900-4.5%$88/sqft |
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| 8/11/2026 | Price change | $995-9.5%$1/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem | ||
| 6/24/2026 | Price change | $109,900-8.3%$93/sqft |
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| 6/23/2026 | Price change | $1,100-8.3%$1/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem | ||
| 6/17/2026 | Listed for sale | $119,900+48.4%$101/sqft |
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| 5/12/2026 | Listed for rent | $1,200$1/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem | ||
| 10/5/2020 | Sold | $80,795+63.2%$68/sqft |
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| 6/12/2020 | Sold | $49,500-16%$42/sqft |
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| 6/4/2020 | Pending sale | $58,900$50/sqft |
Source: Avast Realty- Birmingham #883433 Report a problem | ||
| 5/29/2020 | Price change | $58,900-1.7%$50/sqft |
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| 5/16/2020 | Listed for sale | $59,900+604.7%$50/sqft |
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| 3/30/2020 | Sold | $8,500-65.9%$7/sqft |
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| 3/21/2020 | Listed for sale | $24,900$21/sqft |
Source: Avast Realty- Birmingham #878252 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $895 +0.7% | $12,340 +0.7% |
| 2024 | $889 | $12,260 |
| 2023 | $889 +10.1% | $12,260 +10.1% |
| 2022 | $808 +13.7% | $11,140 +13.7% |
| 2021 | $711 | $9,800 +100% |
| 2020 | -- | $4,900 |
| 2019 | -- | $4,900 +12.4% |
| 2018 | -- | $4,360 +0.5% |
| 2017 | -- | $4,340 |
| 2016 | -- | $4,340 |
| 2015 | -- | $4,340 -43.3% |
| 2014 | $507 | $7,660 |
| 2013 | $507 | $7,660 +4.9% |
| 2012 | $507 +21.7% | $7,300 +21.7% |
| 2011 | $417 | $6,000 |
| 2010 | $417 -4.4% | $6,000 -4.5% |
| 2009 | $436 -1.9% | $6,280 -1.9% |
| 2008 | $444 +5.9% | $6,400 +6% |
| 2007 | $420 +2.7% | $6,040 +2.7% |
| 2006 | $409 +11.5% | $5,880 +11.4% |
| 2005 | $367 +2.3% | $5,280 -48.8% |
| 2004 | $358 +4% | $10,320 +4% |
| 2003 | $344 +29.5% | $9,920 +159% |
| 2002 | $266 | $3,830 |
| 2001 | $266 | $3,830 |
| 2000 | $266 | $3,830 |
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Neighborhood: Wahouma
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 2/10Barrett Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.5 mi
- 2/10Ossie Ware Mitchell Elementary SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.3 mi
- 1/10Woodlawn High School-MagnetGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Barrett
- Middle: Ossie Ware Mitchell
- High: Woodlawn
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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