Classic Forest Park bungalow in a prime location! Located in walking distance to Triangle Park, local shops and some of the city's best restaurants, this is the perfect place to land and enjoy summer in Birmingham. This 3BR/2BA home has a charming front porch where you'll love sipping on morning coffee and unwinding in the evenings. Inside, the open living and dining room has gorgeous natural light, French doors, a gas fireplace and built-in bookshelves. The kitchen has granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and excellent cabinet space. Each bedroom has nice closet space, with the master suite including an updated ensuite bath with two vanities. An updated hall bath services bedrooms 2 and 3. Outside, the open deck is great for entertaining and the yard was recently fenced in. Easy parking with a pad in back just off the alley! Don't miss your chance to own one of Forest Park's quintessential bungalows.
Sold for $525,000
$525,000
843 42nd St S, Birmingham, AL 35222
3beds
1,434sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1930
10,018.8 Square Feet Lot
$525,100 Zestimate®
$366/sqft
$1,812 Estimated rent
Home value
$525,100
$499,000 - $551,000
$1,812/mo
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Listed by:
Jacob Dorsett jdorsett@realtysouth.com,
RealtySouth-MB-Cahaba Rd
Bought with:
Patrick Cornelius
ARC Realty Mountain Brook
Source: GALMLS,MLS#: 21452084
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: First
Bedroom 1
- Level: First
Bedroom 2
- Level: First
Primary bathroom
- Level: First
Bathroom 1
- Level: First
Dining room
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Features: Stone Counters
- Level: First
Living room
- Level: First
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Central, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric, Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Electric Oven, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Stove-Electric, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Main Level, Laundry Room, Laundry (ROOM), Yes
Features
- Recessed Lighting, Crown Molding, Smooth Ceilings, Linen Closet, Separate Shower, Double Vanity, Tub/Shower Combo
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
- Doors: French Doors
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Attic: Pull Down Stairs,Yes
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Brick (FIREPL), Living Room, Gas
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,434 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,434
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway, Off Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Porch, Open (DECK), Deck
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Fenced
- Has view: Yes
- View description: None
- Waterfront features: No
Lot
- Size: 10,018 sqft
Details
- Parcel number: 2300321005023.000
- Special conditions: N/A
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
Condition
- Year built: 1930
Utilities & green energy
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Sewer Connected
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Birmingham
- Subdivision: Forest Park
Other
Other facts
- Price range: $525K - $525K
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/12/2026 | Sold | $525,000+5.2%$366/sqft |
Source:  GALMLS #21452084 Report a problem | ||
| 5/15/2026 | Listed for sale | $499,000$348/sqft |
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| 5/14/2026 | Contingent | $499,000$348/sqft |
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| 5/12/2026 | Listed for sale | $499,000+13.2%$348/sqft |
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| 5/6/2021 | Sold | $441,000+10.3%$308/sqft |
Source: GALMLS #1281225 Report a problem | ||
| 4/7/2021 | Listed for sale | $399,900+18.9%$279/sqft |
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| 5/31/2017 | Sold | $336,200-1.7%$234/sqft |
Source: GALMLS #774016 Report a problem | ||
| 4/19/2017 | Price change | $341,900-2.3%$238/sqft |
Source: RealtySouth #774016 Report a problem | ||
| 2/27/2017 | Price change | $349,900-4.1%$244/sqft |
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| 2/14/2017 | Listed for sale | $364,900+101.6%$254/sqft |
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| 5/3/2016 | Sold | $181,000$126/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,754 | $38,980 |
| 2024 | $2,754 +6.2% | $38,980 +6% |
| 2023 | $2,593 +5.6% | $36,760 +5.5% |
| 2022 | $2,456 +6.5% | $34,860 +6.3% |
| 2021 | $2,305 +10.5% | $32,780 +10.1% |
| 2020 | $2,086 | $29,760 |
| 2019 | $2,086 +7.2% | $29,760 +7% |
| 2018 | $1,945 -44.1% | $27,820 -42% |
| 2017 | $3,480 | $48,000 +100% |
| 2016 | -- | $24,000 |
| 2015 | -- | $24,000 +4% |
| 2014 | $1,658 | $23,080 |
| 2013 | $1,658 | $23,080 -3.2% |
| 2012 | $1,658 -0.6% | $23,854 -0.6% |
| 2011 | $1,668 | $24,000 |
| 2010 | $1,668 | $24,000 |
| 2009 | $1,668 -1.9% | $24,000 -1.9% |
| 2008 | $1,700 +1.5% | $24,460 +1.5% |
| 2007 | $1,676 +38.3% | $24,110 +38.3% |
| 2006 | $1,211 +3% | $17,430 +3% |
| 2005 | $1,176 +1.7% | $16,920 -48.9% |
| 2004 | $1,156 +22.1% | $33,140 +22.3% |
| 2003 | $946 +49.3% | $27,100 +197.1% |
| 2002 | $634 | $9,120 |
| 2001 | $634 | $9,120 |
| 2000 | $634 | $9,120 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Forest Park
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Avondale Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.1 mi
- 2/10We Putnam Middle School-MagnetGrades: 6-8Distance: 3.3 mi
- 1/10Woodlawn High School-MagnetGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Avondale
- Middle: Putnam, W E
- High: Woodlawn
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
- Jefferson County
- Birmingham
- 35222
- Forest Park
- 843 42nd St S
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