Contingent

$474,900

4256 Overlook Dr, Birmingham, AL 35222

4beds

1,910sqft

$3,014/mo

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1958

9,147 Square Feet Lot

$-- Zestimate^®

$249/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

This fantastic Forest Park home has not been offered for sale in 55 years! Traditional style on a beautifully landscaped lot. Formal entry, with Schumacher wallpaper, leads to the formal dining room and large light filled formal living room with fireplace. Classic white kitchen offers loads of storage and a breakfast area. Main level bedroom or use as a family room with built in bookcases. Elegant staircase leads to upper level with a spacious primary bedroom with two walk in closets and two guest bedrooms. Hall bath updated and features a deep jetted soaking tub. Gleaming real hardwood floors refinished (2026) Fresh interior paints. Plantation shutters, high efficiency HVAC 2024. Roof replaced 2024, Abundant storage in the walk out basement area. 2 car covered parking with storage area. Truly move in condition! Enjoy the large open patio area. Short stroll to Forest Park village, Avondale Park and just minutes to UAB and downtown.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 2
Full bathrooms: 2

Rooms

Room types: Bedroom, Breakfast Room (ROOM), Dining Room, Bathroom, Kitchen, Master Bedroom

Primary bedroom

Level: Second

Bedroom 1

Level: First

Bedroom 2

Level: Second

Bedroom 3

Level: Second

Bathroom 1

Level: First

Dining room

Level: First

Kitchen

Features: Eat-in Kitchen, Pantry
Level: First

Living room

Level: First

Basement

Area: 0

Heating

Central, Natural Gas

Cooling

Central Air, Electric, Ceiling Fan(s)

Appliances

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

Features

Recessed Lighting, Crown Molding, Smooth Ceilings, Soaking Tub, Linen Closet, Sitting Area in Master, Tub/Shower Combo, Walk-In Closet(s)
Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
Doors: Storm Door(s)
Windows: Window Treatments, Storm Window(s)
Basement: Partial,Unfinished,Block,Daylight
Attic: Other,Yes
Number of fireplaces: 1
Fireplace features: Masonry, Living Room, Wood Burning

Interior area

Total interior livable area: 1,910 sqft
Finished area above ground: 1,910
Finished area below ground: 0

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Property

Parking

Total spaces: 2
Parking features: Detached, Driveway, Parking (MLVL), Off Street, Garage Faces Front
Garage spaces: 2
Has uncovered spaces: Yes

Features

Levels: 2+ story
Patio & porch: Open (PATIO), Patio
Pool features: None
Has spa: Yes
Spa features: Bath
View description: None
Waterfront features: No

Lot

Size: 9,147 Square Feet
Features: Interior Lot, Irregular Lot, Few Trees, Subdivision

Details

Additional structures: Storage
Parcel number: 2300321006022.000
Special conditions: N/A

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

1 Side Brick, Wood Siding
Foundation: Basement

Condition

Year built: 1958

Utilities & green energy

Water: Public
Utilities for property: Sewer Connected

Green energy

Energy efficient items: Ridge Vent

Community & HOA

Community

Features: Park, Street Lights
Security: Security System
Subdivision: Forest Park

Location

Region: Birmingham

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $249/sqft
Tax assessed value: $427,300
Annual tax amount: $2,775
Price range: $474.9K - $474.9K
Date on market: 9/23/2026
Road surface type: Paved

Estimated market value

Not available

Estimated sales range

Not available

Price history

Date	Event	Price
10/1/2026	Contingent	$474,900$249/sqft
Source: GALMLS #21465838 Report a problem
9/28/2026	Listed for sale	$474,900+1276.5%$249/sqft
Source: GALMLS #21465838 Report a problem
4/1/1973	Sold	$34,500$18/sqft
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$2,775	$42,740
2024	$2,775 +6.7%	$42,740 +6.6%
2023	$2,601 +8.8%	$40,100 +8.6%
2022	$2,391 +12.2%	$36,920 +11.9%
2021	$2,131 +11%	$32,980 +10.7%
2020	$1,920 +2.3%	$29,780 +2.3%
2019	$1,876 +23.2%	$29,120 +22.6%
2018	$1,522 +16.2%	$23,760 +15.7%
2017	$1,310 -2.8%	$20,540 -2.7%
2016	$1,348 +0.9%	$21,120 +0.9%
2015	$1,336 +29.3%	$20,940 +7.7%
2014	$1,034 -28.2%	$19,440
2013	$1,440	$19,440 -6.2%
2012	$1,440 +12.1%	$20,723 +12.1%
2011	$1,285 -6.9%	$18,490 -6.9%
2010	$1,380	$19,850
2009	$1,380 -1.5%	$19,850 -1.5%
2008	$1,401 +6.2%	$20,160 +6.2%
2007	$1,319 +2.2%	$18,980 +2.2%
2006	$1,291 +10.7%	$18,570 +10.7%
2005	$1,166 +12.5%	$16,780 -43.7%
2004	$1,037 +10.5%	$29,780 +10.5%
2003	$939 +31.5%	$26,960 +162.5%
2002	$714	$10,270
2001	$714	$10,270
2000	$714	$10,270