Welcome to this stunning, true 5-bedroom home in the sought-after Meadowbrook community! Nestled on a large, flat lot with a peaceful wooded backdrop, this home is full of charm and functionality. Step inside to an airy space filled with natural light, hardwood floors, and fresh paint. The main level features a spacious dining room, a flex room perfect for an office or playroom, and a beautifully updated kitchen (2022) with reclaimed Chicago brick floors, large island, induction stove, and spacious pantry and laundry room. The main-level primary suite boasts a renovated bath (2024) with a soaking tub, double vanity, custom walk-in closet, and new carpet. Upstairs offers 4 large bedrooms, 2 full baths, and an additional flex/storage room. Plantation shutters throughout! Outside, enjoy new sod, fenced backyard (2024) with swing set, adorable playhouse, and zipline. Oversized 2-car garage with room for woodworking or boat/ATV storage. Just minutes from The Summit and Hwy 459!
Sold for $599,900
$599,900
4956 Meadow Brook Rd, Birmingham, AL 35242
5beds
3,394sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1984
0.55 Acres Lot
$604,100 Zestimate®
$177/sqft
$3,248 Estimated rent
Home value
$604,100
$574,000 - $634,000
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Emily Ness 205-209-0736,
ARC Realty - Hoover
Bought with:
Julie Morton
Keller Williams Metro South
Source: GALMLS,MLS#: 21422717
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom, Dining Room, Bathroom, Half Bath (ROOM), Kitchen, Master Bathroom, Master Bedroom, Office/Study (ROOM)
Primary bedroom
- Level: First
Bedroom 1
- Level: Second
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
Bedroom 4
- Level: Second
Primary bathroom
- Level: First
Bathroom 1
- Level: First
Bathroom 3
- Level: Second
Dining room
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Features: Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Pantry
- Level: First
Living room
- Level: First
Basement
- Area: 1564
Office
- Level: First
Heating
- Central, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric, Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances
- Included: Electric Cooktop, Dishwasher, Microwave, Electric Oven, Self Cleaning Oven, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Main Level, Laundry Room, Laundry (ROOM), Yes
Features
- Recessed Lighting, Crown Molding, Soaking Tub, Linen Closet, Separate Shower, Sitting Area in Master, Split Bedrooms, Tub/Shower Combo, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Brick, Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
- Windows: Bay Window(s)
- Basement: Full,Unfinished,Block,Daylight
- Attic: Other,Yes
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Brick (FIREPL), Gas Starter, Living Room, Gas
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 3,394 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,394
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Basement, Driveway, Garage Faces Side
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: 2+ story
- Patio & porch: Open (PATIO), Patio, Porch, Open (DECK), Deck
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Fenced
- Has view: Yes
- View description: None
- Waterfront features: No
Lot
- Size: 0.55 Acres
- Features: Few Trees, Subdivision
Details
- Parcel number: 101010001001.002
- Special conditions: N/A
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Basement
Condition
- Year built: 1984
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Underground Utilities
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Meadowbrook
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Services included: Maintenance Grounds
- HOA fee: $25 annually
Location
- Region: Birmingham
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $177/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $407,400
- Annual tax amount: $1,752
- Price range: $599.9K - $599.9K
- Date on market: 6/20/2025
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/3/2026 | Listing removed | $615,000$181/sqft |
Source:  GALMLS #21455028 Report a problem | ||
| 6/11/2026 | Listed for sale | $615,000+2.5%$181/sqft |
Source: GALMLS #21455028 Report a problem | ||
| 8/1/2025 | Sold | $599,900-3.1%$177/sqft |
Source: GALMLS #21422717 Report a problem | ||
| 7/15/2025 | Contingent | $619,000$182/sqft |
Source: GALMLS #21422717 Report a problem | ||
| 7/11/2025 | Price change | $619,000-1.6%$182/sqft |
Source: GALMLS #21422717 Report a problem | ||
| 7/7/2025 | Price change | $629,000-2.3%$185/sqft |
Source: GALMLS #21422717 Report a problem | ||
| 6/23/2025 | Listed for sale | $644,000+114.7%$190/sqft |
Source: GALMLS #21422717 Report a problem | ||
| 7/10/2015 | Sold | $299,900$88/sqft |
Source: GALMLS #631259 Report a problem | ||
| 6/19/2015 | Pending sale | $299,900$88/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Southern Homes 280 #631259 Report a problem | ||
| 6/12/2015 | Price change | $299,900-4.8%$88/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Southern Homes 280 #631259 Report a problem | ||
| 5/6/2015 | Listed for sale | $315,000+384.6%$93/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Southern Homes 280 #631259 Report a problem | ||
| 4/16/2014 | Sold | $65,000$19/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,752 +3.2% | $40,740 +3.1% |
| 2024 | $1,697 +9.3% | $39,500 +9.1% |
| 2023 | $1,553 +5.8% | $36,220 +5.7% |
| 2022 | $1,467 +9.9% | $34,280 +9.6% |
| 2021 | $1,335 +5.8% | $31,280 +5.6% |
| 2020 | $1,262 +1.6% | $29,620 +1.6% |
| 2019 | $1,242 | $29,160 +6.6% |
| 2017 | $1,242 +9.6% | $27,360 +15.5% |
| 2015 | $1,133 +32.6% | $23,680 +2.2% |
| 2014 | $854 | $23,180 |
| 2013 | $854 -1.6% | $23,180 -1.6% |
| 2012 | $869 -0.7% | $23,560 -0.7% |
| 2011 | $875 -1.4% | $23,720 -1.4% |
| 2010 | $887 -0.8% | $24,060 -0.7% |
| 2009 | $894 +7.3% | $24,240 +7.2% |
| 2007 | $833 | $22,620 -88.4% |
| 2005 | -- | $195,700 +3.5% |
| 2004 | $791 | $189,000 |
| 2003 | $791 +4.1% | -- |
| 2002 | $760 | -- |
| 2001 | $760 | -- |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Meadowbrook
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Inverness Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-3Distance: 0.5 mi
- 6/10Oak Mt Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 3.1 mi
- 9/10Oak Mt High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Inverness
- Middle: Oak Mountain
- High: Oak Mountain
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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- Alabama
- Shelby County
- Birmingham
- 35242
- Meadowbrook
- 4956 Meadow Brook Rd
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