Looking for a home in one of the most convenient, sought-after neighborhoods in the Oak Mountain school district? Welcome to 5126 Split Rail Trail in Homestead, just minutes from I-65, Highway 280, and I-459. This painted-brick, four-bedroom, two-bath home features a living and dining area, an eat-in kitchen with a separate pantry, and a den with painted wood ceiling beams and a real wood-burning fireplace. A bay window in the kitchen overlooks the level backyard. Just off the den, you’ll find a new deck, with a separate deck and arbor area nearby. Open stairs lead to a spacious laundry room and two-car garage. Homestead offers a neighborhood park and playground, with Oak Mountain and Veterans Park about a mile away. Updates include a 2025 deck, 2013 HVAC & water heater, Roof approx. 7-8 yrs old.
For sale
$467,900
5126 Split Rail Trl, Birmingham, AL 35244
4beds
2,070sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1976
0.45 Acres Lot
$457,900 Zestimate®
$226/sqft
$7/mo HOA
What's special
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Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Gina Trent-McLaughlin 205-542-9999,
Allen & Associates Realty, Inc
Source: GALMLS,MLS#: 21463070
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom, Den/Family (ROOM), Bathroom, Kitchen, Living/Dining (ROOM), 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
Family room
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Features: Laminate Counters, Stone Counters, Eat-in Kitchen, Pantry
- Level: First
Basement
- Area: 989
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric, Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Stove-Electric, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, In Basement, Laundry Room, Laundry (ROOM), Yes
Features
- Recessed Lighting, Separate Shower, Tub/Shower Combo
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
- Windows: Window Treatments
- Basement: Partial,Partially Finished,Daylight
- Attic: Pull Down Stairs,Yes
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas Starter, Den, Gas, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 2,070 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,986
- Finished area below ground: 84
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Basement, Driveway, Garage Faces Side
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Porch, Open (DECK), Deck
- Pool features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: None
- Waterfront features: No
Lot
- Size: 0.45 Acres
- Features: Cul-De-Sac, Interior Lot, Few Trees
Details
- Additional structures: Gazebo
- Parcel number: 105160005012.000
- Special conditions: N/A
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick Over Foundation, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Basement
Condition
- Year built: 1976
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Underground Utilities
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Park, Curbs
- Subdivision: Homestead
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Services included: Maintenance Grounds
- HOA fee: $80 annually
Location
- Region: Birmingham
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $226/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $324,200
- Annual tax amount: $1,385
- Price range: $467.9K - $467.9K
- Date on market: 8/24/2026
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
Zestimate®
$457,900
Estimated sales range
$435,000 - $481,000
Rent Zestimate®
$2,378/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/26/2026 | Listed for sale | $467,900+484.9%$226/sqft |
Source: | ||
| 1/15/2013 | Sold | $80,000$39/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,385 +1.9% | $32,420 +1.9% |
| 2024 | $1,359 +7.1% | $31,820 +6.9% |
| 2023 | $1,268 +4.3% | $29,760 +4.1% |
| 2022 | $1,217 +12.8% | $28,580 +12.3% |
| 2021 | $1,078 +6% | $25,440 +5.7% |
| 2020 | $1,018 +3.6% | $24,060 +3.4% |
| 2019 | $982 | $23,260 +1.7% |
| 2017 | $982 +13% | $22,880 +11.8% |
| 2015 | $870 +1.8% | $20,460 +0.5% |
| 2014 | $855 | $20,360 |
| 2013 | $855 | $20,360 |
| 2012 | $855 -0.7% | $20,360 -0.7% |
| 2011 | $861 +8.3% | $20,500 +7.9% |
| 2010 | $795 -0.7% | $19,000 -0.6% |
| 2009 | $800 +1% | $19,120 +1% |
| 2007 | $792 +18.6% | $18,940 -88.3% |
| 2005 | $668 +7% | $161,200 +6.6% |
| 2004 | $624 | $151,200 |
| 2003 | $624 +0.1% | -- |
| 2002 | $623 | -- |
| 2001 | $623 | -- |
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Neighborhood: 35244
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Oak Mountain Intermediate SchoolGrades: 4-5Distance: 1.1 mi
- 10/10Oak Mountain Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.9 mi
- 8/10Oak Mountain High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Oak Mountain
- 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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