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Sold for $300,000
  • $300,000

    5278 Cottage Ln, Birmingham, AL 35226

    3beds
    1,170sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1998
    5,227 Square Feet Lot
    $311,700 Zestimate®
    $256/sqft
    $1,835 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $311,700

    $296,000 - $327,000

    $1,835/mo

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    What's special

    Corner lotGorgeous gun metal appliances
    Welcome Home!! This charming 3/2 is ready for its new family!! Sits on a corner lot, has a fenced in yard, and is just steps from the elementary school. Roof (22), water heater (22), gorgeous gun metal appliances (21), lifetime warranty windows (20), all new flooring (16) and fresh paint throughout (23).

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    Listed by:

    Lauren Waites 205-381-3324,

    ERA King Real Estate - Birmingham

    Bought with:

    Ruby Brown

    Transaction Advisory Group LLC

    Source: GALMLS,MLS#: 21371421MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    Rooms
    • Room types: Bedroom, 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
    Kitchen
    • Features: Laminate Counters, Eat-in Kitchen
    • Level: First
    Living room
    • Level: First
    Basement
    • Area: 0
    Heating
    • Central, Forced Air, Natural Gas
    Cooling
    • Central Air, Electric, Ceiling Fan(s)
    Appliances
    • Included: ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stove-Gas, Gas Water Heater
    • Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Main Level, Laundry Closet, Yes
    Features
    • None, High Ceilings, Smooth Ceilings, Soaking Tub, Linen Closet, Tub/Shower Combo, Walk-In Closet(s)
    • Flooring: Laminate, Tile
    • Windows: Double Pane Windows
    • Attic: Pull Down Stairs,Yes
    • Number of fireplaces: 1
    • Fireplace features: Gas Log, Gas Starter, Living Room, Gas
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 1,170 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 1,170
    • Finished area below ground: 0

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 2
    • Parking features: Driveway, Garage Faces Front
    • Garage spaces: 2
    • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
    Features
    • Levels: One
    • Stories: 1
    • Patio & porch: Open (PATIO), Patio, Porch
    • Exterior features: Sprinkler System
    • Pool features: None
    • Fencing: Fenced
    • Has view: Yes
    • View description: None
    • Waterfront features: No
    Lot
    • Size: 5,227 Square Feet
    • Features: Corner Lot, Subdivision
    Details
    • Parcel number: 3900291000072.000
    • Special conditions: N/A

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    • Attached to another structure: Yes
    Materials
    • 1 Side Brick, Vinyl Siding
    • Foundation: Slab
    Condition
    • Year built: 1998

    Utilities & green energy

    • Water: Public
    • Utilities for property: Sewer Connected
    Green energy
    • Energy efficient items: Ridge Vent

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Features: Sidewalks
    • Subdivision: Deer Valley
    HOA
    • Has HOA: Yes
    • Services included: None
    • HOA fee: $335 annually
    Location
    • Region: Birmingham

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $256/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $267,700
    • Annual tax amount: $1,891
    • Price range: $300K - $300K
    • Date on market: 11/27/2023

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    12/29/2023Sold$300,000$256/sqft
    Source: GALMLS #21371421 Report a problem
    12/10/2023Contingent$300,000$256/sqft
    Source: GALMLS #21371421 Report a problem
    11/29/2023Listed for sale$300,000+87.5%$256/sqft
    Source: GALMLS #21371421 Report a problem
    7/30/2014Sold$160,000+4.9%$137/sqft
    Source: GALMLS #600121 Report a problem
    12/1/2004Sold$152,500+38.8%$130/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    7/8/1998Sold$109,900$94/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$1,891 +5.1%$26,780 +4.9%
    2024$1,800 +4.3%$25,520 +4.2%
    2023$1,726 +8.3%$24,500 +8%
    2022$1,594 +12.3%$22,680 +11.8%
    2021$1,419 +4.2%$20,280 +4%
    2020$1,363 +4.2%$19,500 +4.1%
    2019$1,308 +30.6%$18,740 +29.1%
    2018$1,001 -5.6%$14,520 -5.3%
    2017$1,061 +3.3%$15,340 +3.1%
    2016$1,027 $14,880
    2015$1,027 +3.7%$14,880 +4.1%
    2014$990 -9%$14,300
    2013$1,088 $14,300 -4.5%
    2012$1,088 -1.2%$14,980 -1.2%
    2011$1,101 $15,160
    2010$1,101 $15,160
    2009$1,101 -0.9%$15,160 -0.9%
    2007$1,110 +10.3%$15,290 +10.3%
    2006$1,006 +3.7%$13,860 +3.7%
    2005$970 +2.1%$13,360 -48.9%
    2004$950 +9.4%$26,160 +9.4%
    2003$868 +9.4%$23,920 +118.8%
    2002$794 $10,930
    2001$794 $10,930
    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: 35226

    Nearby schools

    GreatSchools rating
    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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