For sale

Price cut: $13K (7/2)

$70,000

229 16th Ave W, Birmingham, AL 35204

3beds

1,178sqft

$449/mo

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1948

8,276 Square Feet Lot

$-- Zestimate^®

$59/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Investor Special! *PRICE IMPROVEMENT* 229 16th Avenue W, Birmingham, AL—a value-packed opportunity for investors, landlords, or buyers looking for an affordable home with upside. This 3-bedroom, 1-bath property offers approximately 1,178 square feet of living space on a generously sized lot, providing room for future improvements and increased value. Conveniently located with easy access to downtown Birmingham, major highways, schools, shopping, and employment centers, this property is well-positioned for both rental demand and long-term appreciation. Whether you're looking to expand your investment portfolio, renovate and resell, or create a cash-flowing rental, this home presents an excellent opportunity to build equity at an attainable price point. With strong rental potential and a location in an established neighborhood, savvy buyers will recognize the possibilities this property offers. Opportunities at this price point are hard to find schedule your showing today!

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 1
Full bathrooms: 1

Rooms

Room types: Bedroom, Kitchen

Bedroom 1

Level: First

Bedroom 2

Level: First

Bedroom 3

Level: First

Kitchen

Features: Laminate Counters
Level: First

Living room

Level: First

Basement

Area: 0

Heating

Central

Cooling

Central Air

Appliances

Included: None, Electric Water Heater
Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Main Level, Laundry Room, Yes

Features

None, Smooth Ceilings, Tub/Shower Combo
Flooring: Hardwood
Attic: None
Number of fireplaces: 1
Fireplace features: Brick (FIREPL), Living Room, Wood Burning

Interior area

Total interior livable area: 1,178 sqft
Finished area above ground: 1,178
Finished area below ground: 0

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Property

Parking

Parking features: Driveway
Has uncovered spaces: Yes

Features

Levels: One
Stories: 1
Exterior features: None
Pool features: None
Has view: Yes
View description: None
Waterfront features: No

Lot

Size: 8,276 Square Feet

Details

Parcel number: 2200273005004.000
Special conditions: As Is

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Other
Foundation: Slab

Condition

Year built: 1948

Utilities & green energy

Water: Public
Utilities for property: Sewer Connected

Community & HOA

Community

Subdivision: East Thomas

Location

Region: Birmingham

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $59/sqft
Tax assessed value: $72,400
Annual tax amount: $1,050
Price range: $70K - $70K
Date on market: 5/30/2026

Estimated market value

Not available

Estimated sales range

Not available

$1,111/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
8/12/2026	Listed for sale	$70,000$59/sqft
Source: GALMLS #21454582 Report a problem
7/18/2026	Contingent	$70,000$59/sqft
Source: GALMLS #21454582 Report a problem
7/2/2026	Listed for sale	$70,000-15.7%$59/sqft
Source: GALMLS #21454582 Report a problem
6/5/2026	Contingent	$83,000$70/sqft
Source: GALMLS #21454582 Report a problem
5/30/2026	Listed for sale	$83,000+1373.2%$70/sqft
Source: GALMLS #21454582 Report a problem
11/17/2022	Sold	$5,634$5/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$1,050	$14,480
2024	$1,050	$14,480
2023	--	$14,480 +33.3%
2022	--	$10,860
2021	--	$10,860
2020	--	$10,860
2019	--	$10,860 +17.8%
2018	--	$9,220
2017	$668	$9,220
2016	$668	$9,220
2015	$668 +5.9%	$9,220 +1.5%
2014	$631	$9,080
2013	$631	$9,080
2012	$631 +11.7%	$9,080 +11.5%
2005	$565 +2.8%	$8,140 +2.8%
2004	$550 +4.8%	$7,920 +4.8%
2003	$525 +12%	$7,560 +12.2%
2002	$468	$6,740
2001	$468	$6,740
2000	$468	$6,740