Spacious rancher featuring LR/DR, Den with bookcases, Kitchen w/ all appliances, new tile counter tops and back splash, 3 BRS, 2 Baths, open deck, plus ideal area as a MAN CAVE for the family to enjoy or use as a separate in-law suite or apartment w/ BR, Bath, Den-FP, kitchenette w/ appliances. Detached 2 car garage with .5 bath, fenced yard, open deck to enjoy spacious backyard. Home is located in convenient area near shopping, schools and churches with easy highway access. Generac generator remains. Sewer connected. See this beauty today to call your "Home Sweet Home". Agents to verify any items of interest. Great location and floor plan for your family.
Sold for $232,000
$232,000
2525 Bow String Dr, Birmingham, AL 35214
4beds
1,360sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1973
0.45 Acres Lot
$234,000 Zestimate®
$171/sqft
$1,662 Estimated rent
Home value
$234,000
$218,000 - $253,000
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Open deckFenced yardSpacious backyardDen with bookcases
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Listed by:
Jill Dunn 205-936-1614,
RealtySouth-Homewood
Bought with:
Tina Tyus
Town Square Realty
Source: GALMLS,MLS#: 21424528
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: 2nd Kitchen (ROOM), Bedroom, Den/Family (ROOM), Dining Room, Bathroom, Kitchen, Master Bathroom, Master Bedroom
Primary bedroom
- Level: First
Bedroom 1
- Level: First
Bedroom 2
- Level: First
Bedroom 3
- Level: First
Primary bathroom
- Level: First
Bathroom 1
- Level: First
Dining room
- Level: First
Family room
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Features: Tile Counters
- Level: First
Living room
- Level: First
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Central, Forced Air, Gas Jets, Propane
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric, Heat Pump, Piggyback Sys (COOL)
Appliances
- Included: Electric Cooktop, Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Refrigerator, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Main Level, Laundry Room, Laundry (ROOM), Yes
Features
- Smooth Ceilings, Tub/Shower Combo, In-Law Floorplan
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Vinyl
- Doors: French Doors
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Attic: Other,Yes
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Brick (FIREPL), Family Room, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,360 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,360
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Garage Faces Rear
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Open (DECK), Deck
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Fenced
- Has view: Yes
- View description: None
- Waterfront features: No
Lot
- Size: 0.45 Acres
Details
- Additional structures: Guest House
- Parcel number: 2100013009002.000
- Special conditions: As Is
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- 3 Sides Brick, Brick Over Foundation, HardiPlank Type
Condition
- Year built: 1973
Utilities & green energy
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Sewer Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Merrywood Estates
Location
- Region: Birmingham
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $171/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $159,700
- Price range: $232K - $232K
- Date on market: 7/10/2025
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/23/2025 | Sold | $232,000-6.3%$171/sqft |
Source:  GALMLS #21424528 Report a problem | ||
| 11/1/2025 | Pending sale | $247,500$182/sqft |
Source: GALMLS #21424528 Report a problem | ||
| 7/10/2025 | Listed for sale | $247,500$182/sqft |
Source: GALMLS #21424528 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $15,980 |
| 2024 | -- | $15,980 |
| 2023 | -- | $15,980 -1.5% |
| 2022 | -- | $16,220 +31.9% |
| 2021 | -- | $12,300 |
| 2020 | -- | $12,300 |
| 2019 | -- | $12,300 +4.8% |
| 2018 | -- | $11,740 |
| 2017 | -- | $11,740 |
| 2016 | -- | $11,740 |
| 2015 | -- | $11,740 +9.5% |
| 2014 | $580 | $10,720 |
| 2013 | $580 | $10,720 -7.3% |
| 2012 | $580 -1.4% | $11,568 -1.5% |
| 2011 | $588 -11.4% | $11,740 -11.4% |
| 2010 | $664 | $13,250 |
| 2009 | $664 -1.8% | $13,250 -1.8% |
| 2008 | $676 +6.8% | $13,490 +6.8% |
| 2007 | $633 +6.1% | $12,630 +6% |
| 2006 | $596 +4.8% | $11,910 +4.7% |
| 2005 | $569 +4.5% | $11,370 -46.2% |
| 2004 | $545 +11.4% | $21,140 +11.5% |
| 2003 | $489 +19% | $18,960 +130.9% |
| 2002 | $411 | $8,210 |
| 2001 | $411 | $8,210 |
| 2000 | $411 | $8,210 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 35214
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 2/10Crumly Chapel Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 1.5 mi
- 2/10Minor Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.4 mi
- 3/10Minor High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Minor
- Middle: Bottenfield
- High: Minor
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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Estimated market value
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- Alabama
- Jefferson County
- Forestdale
- 35214
- 2525 Bow String Dr
