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  • Price cut: $10.5K (6/26)
    $319,500

    5237 Cottage Cir, Birmingham, AL 35226

    3beds
    1,515sqft
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 2004
    6,098 Square Feet Lot
    $318,500 Zestimate®
    $211/sqft
    $29/mo HOA

    What's special

    Beautiful one-level home in the highly desirable Cottages at Deer Valley! This 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers easy living with an open floor plan, vaulted ceilings, and a cozy gas fireplace in the spacious great room. The kitchen features an eating area, built-in appliances, and plenty of cabinet space. Hardwood laminate and tile flooring throughout provide both style and low-maintenance living.The primary suite includes a private bath, while two additional bedrooms offer flexibility for guests, office space, or hobbies. Enjoy outdoor living with a covered patio and fenced backyard — perfect for relaxing, entertaining, or letting pets play,Recent updates include a roof approximately 6 years old, plus new appliances and flooring. Conveniently located near Ross Bridge Parkway, shopping, dining, and award-winning Hoover schools. Low-maintenance living in a charming community makes this home a must-see!
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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Amy Lawson alawson@realtysouth.com,

    RealtySouth-MB-Cahaba Rd

    Source: GALMLS,MLS#: 21454639MLS Logo

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      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 3
      • Bathrooms: 2
      • Full bathrooms: 2
      Rooms
      • Room types: Bedroom, Bathroom, Great Room, 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
      Kitchen
      • Features: Laminate Counters, Eat-in Kitchen
      • Level: First
      Basement
      • Area: 0
      Heating
      • Heat Pump
      Cooling
      • Heat Pump
      Appliances
      • Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Electric Oven, Self Cleaning Oven, Refrigerator, Stove-Electric, Electric Water Heater
      • Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Main Level, Laundry Closet, Yes
      Features
      • None, Cathedral/Vaulted, Linen Closet, Shared Bath, Tub/Shower Combo
      • Flooring: Laminate, Tile
      • Attic: Pull Down Stairs,Yes
      • Number of fireplaces: 1
      • Fireplace features: Brick (FIREPL), Living Room, Gas
      Interior area
      • Total interior livable area: 1,515 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 1,515
      • Finished area below ground: 0
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      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 2
      • Parking features: Driveway, On Street, Garage Faces Front
      • Garage spaces: 2
      • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
      Features
      • Levels: One
      • Stories: 1
      • Patio & porch: Covered, Patio, Porch
      • Pool features: None
      • Fencing: Fenced
      • Has view: Yes
      • View description: None
      • Waterfront features: No
      Lot
      • Size: 6,098 Square Feet
      Details
      • Parcel number: 3900204000012.000
      • Special conditions: N/A

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      • Attached to another structure: Yes
      Materials
      • 1 Side Brick
      • Foundation: Slab
      Condition
      • Year built: 2004

      Utilities & green energy

      • Water: Public
      • Utilities for property: Sewer Connected

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Subdivision: Deer Valley
      HOA
      • Has HOA: Yes
      • Services included: None
      • HOA fee: $345 annually
      Location
      • Region: Birmingham

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $211/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $306,200
      • Annual tax amount: $4,446
      • Price range: $319.5K - $319.5K
      • Date on market: 5/31/2026

        Estimated market value

        $318,500

        $303,000 - $334,000

        $2,142/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        6/26/2026Price change$319,500-3.2%$211/sqft
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        6/25/2026Price change$330,000+3.3%$218/sqft
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        6/24/2026Price change$319,500-3.2%$211/sqft
        Source: GALMLS #21454639 Report a problem
        6/4/2026Listed for sale$330,000+30.4%$218/sqft
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        9/7/2023Listing removed--
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        8/1/2023Listing removed--
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        7/25/2023Price change$2,250-1.1%$1/sqft
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        7/21/2023Listed for rent$2,275+16.7%$2/sqft
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        7/12/2022Listing removed--
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        7/5/2022Listed for rent$1,950$1/sqft
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        9/15/2021Listing removed--
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        9/11/2021Listed for rent$1,950$1/sqft
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        9/6/2021Sold$253,000+1.2%$167/sqft
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        8/6/2021Contingent$250,000$165/sqft
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        8/4/2021Listed for sale$250,000+58.8%$165/sqft
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        6/10/2004Sold$157,406$104/sqft
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        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$4,446 +4%$61,240 +4%
        2024$4,276 +4.9%$58,900 +4.9%
        2023$4,077 +16.2%$56,160 +16.2%
        2022$3,509 +15.1%$48,340 +15.1%
        2021$3,049 +4.8%$42,000 +4.8%
        2020$2,908 +5%$40,060 +5%
        2019$2,769 +10.1%$38,140 +10.1%
        2018$2,515 +5.5%$34,640 +5.5%
        2017$2,384 +3.5%$32,840 +3.5%
        2016$2,304 $31,740
        2015$2,304 +6.8%$31,740 +7.5%
        2014$2,158 -17.2%$29,520
        2013$2,608 $29,520 -17.8%
        2012$2,608 +97.7%$35,920 +97.7%
        2009$1,319 -5.8%$18,170 -5.8%
        2008$1,400 +0.8%$19,290 +0.8%
        2007$1,389 +13.9%$19,130 +13.9%
        2006$1,220 +3.9%$16,800 +3.9%
        2005$1,174 +43.8%$16,170 +102.1%
        2004$816 $8,000

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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 35226

        Getting around

        9 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        0 / 100
        No Nearby Transit
        11 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        Schools provided by the listing agent
        • Elementary: Deer Valley
        • Middle: Bumpus, Robert F
        • High: Hoover

        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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