Welcome to 5125 Skylark Drive in the highly desirable Meadowbrook community. Situated on a spacious .53-acre lot, this 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers a combination of comfort, functionality, and flexibility. The main level features an inviting floor plan designed for everyday living, while the finished basement provides valuable additional space that can serve as a den, media room, home office, playroom, or whatever best fits your needs. Outside, you'll find one of the property's standout features—an insulated detached building equipped with a mini-split system. Currently used as a gym, this versatile space has endless potential as a workshop, studio, home office, hobby room, or retreat. The large lot provides plenty of room to enjoy the outdoors, entertain guests, or simply relax in a peaceful setting. Conveniently located near shopping, dining, schools, and major roadways, this home offers the perfect balance of neighborhood charm and easy access to everything Birmingham has to offer.
Contingent
$400,000
5125 Skylark Dr, Birmingham, AL 35242
3beds
2,172sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1984
0.53 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$184/sqft
$2/mo HOA
What's special
- 40 days |
- 594 |
- 25 |
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Josh Vernon 205-206-4334,
Keller Williams Realty Vestavia,
Don Steele 205-215-0074,
Keller Williams Realty Vestavia
Source: GALMLS,MLS#: 21455929
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom, Den/Family (ROOM), Dining Room, Bathroom, Kitchen, Master Bathroom, Master Bedroom
Primary bedroom
- Level: First
Bedroom 1
- Level: First
Bedroom 2
- Level: First
Primary bathroom
- Level: First
Bathroom 1
- Level: First
Dining room
- Level: First
Family room
- Level: Basement
Kitchen
- Features: Stone Counters
- Level: First
Living room
- Level: First
Basement
- Area: 1374
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Stove-Electric, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, In Basement, Basement Area, Yes
Features
- None, Cathedral/Vaulted, High Ceilings, Crown Molding, Linen Closet, Double Vanity, Tub/Shower Combo
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
- Basement: Partial,Partially Finished,Daylight
- Attic: None
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Brick (FIREPL), Living Room, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 2,172 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,554
- Finished area below ground: 618
Video & virtual tour
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Basement, Driveway, Garage Faces Side
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Open (DECK), Deck
- Pool features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: None
- Waterfront features: No
Lot
- Size: 0.53 Acres
Details
- Additional structures: Storage
- Parcel number: 101120001018.000
- Special conditions: N/A
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick Over Foundation, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Basement
Condition
- Year built: 1984
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Meadow Brook
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Other
- HOA fee: $25 annually
Location
- Region: Birmingham
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $184/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $315,300
- Annual tax amount: $1,347
- Price range: $400K - $400K
- Date on market: 6/12/2026
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/3/2026 | Contingent | $400,000$184/sqft |
Source:  GALMLS #21455929 Report a problem | ||
| 6/13/2026 | Listed for sale | $400,000+755.6%$184/sqft |
Source: GALMLS #21455929 Report a problem | ||
| 8/11/2015 | Sold | $46,750-74%$22/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
| 5/16/2005 | Sold | $180,000+16.1%$83/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 5/15/2001 | Sold | $155,000$71/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,347 +3% | $31,540 +2.9% |
| 2024 | $1,308 +8.2% | $30,660 +8% |
| 2023 | $1,209 +5.2% | $28,400 +5% |
| 2022 | $1,149 +10.8% | $27,040 +10.4% |
| 2021 | $1,037 +5.2% | $24,500 +5% |
| 2020 | $986 +2% | $23,340 +1.9% |
| 2019 | $967 | $22,900 +4.7% |
| 2017 | $967 +7.3% | $21,880 +14.3% |
| 2015 | $901 +14.7% | $19,140 +1.9% |
| 2014 | $785 | $18,780 |
| 2013 | $785 -1.5% | $18,780 -1.5% |
| 2012 | $798 -0.7% | $19,060 -0.6% |
| 2011 | $803 -1.4% | $19,180 -1.3% |
| 2010 | $814 -0.6% | $19,440 -0.6% |
| 2009 | $820 +4% | $19,560 +3.8% |
| 2007 | $788 +12.4% | $18,840 -88.8% |
| 2005 | $701 +3.2% | $168,500 +3% |
| 2004 | $679 | $163,600 |
| 2003 | $679 +25.1% | -- |
| 2002 | $542 +1.5% | -- |
| 2001 | $535 | -- |
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Neighborhood: Meadowbrook
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Inverness Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-3Distance: 1 mi
- 6/10Oak Mt Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.9 mi
- 9/10Oak Mt High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.8 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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