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#21407983, Marcus Brown, Listing Office: Barnes & Associates
$279,000 List price
1540 8th Ave Birmingham, AL 35208
$3,313
Closing credit¹
3 beds
2 full
3,235 sqft
0.2 acres
$86 / sqft
House
Property details
About 1540 8th Ave
Welcome to the charming and well-established neighborhood of Bush Hills, where you'll find this cozy 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home, ready for a new family. This vintage Tudor-style home spans three levels, featuring a spacious living room that flows into an open dining area, and an updated kitchen with a large pantry. The master bedroom is conveniently located on the main floor, offering ample space. Upstairs, you'll find two additional bedrooms, a full bathroom, and a versatile bonus room perfect for a closet, office, or even a playroom for the kids. Don’t miss the man cave in the finished basement, with bonus room that has endless options of being a storage, office, or a home gym. You can also have your own backyard oasis that includes a back patio, ideal for hosting your spring and summer events. This home is ready to offer comfort and functionality for its new owners!
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingCentral
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size3,235 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.16 Acres
Year built1935
ParkingDriveway Parking
MLS #21412181
FireplaceElectric (FIREPL), Blower Fan
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Summary
- MLS Number: 21412181
- Office Name: Keller Williams Realty Vestavia
- Office Email: AaronSims@kw.com
- Listing Agent: Kiara Bradford
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Nearby schools
4
Princeton School
Public Magnet PK-5
0.7 mi
•1425 2nd Ave W
3
Minor Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.3 mi
•2425 Ave Sensley
5
Hemphill Elementary School
Public District PK-5
1.5 mi
•1240 Cotton Ave SW
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $50,000. The most common annual income of people living in Birmingham, AL is between $35k-100k. The most common type of family is single, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is post secondary degree.
How much money do the neighbors make?
34%
<35k
54%
35k-100k
12%
100k-200k
0%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
What types of families live nearby?
52%
Single, No Kids
19%
Single, with Kids
19%
Married, No Kids
10%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
15%
<11 yrs old
8%
12-17 yrs old
16%
18-34 yrs old
45%
35-64 yrs old
16%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Horse Races
NHRA Drag Racing
Pro Boxing
Where do the neighbors shop?
Stein Mart
Big Lots
Family Dollar
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
LongHorn Steakhouse
Golden Corral
White Castle
What do the neighbors drive?
Buick
Kia
Chevrolet
What do the neighbors listen to?
Contemporary Inspirational
Adult Standards
Rock
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Frequently asked questions
About 1540 8th Ave
This home is located at 1540 8th Ave in Birmingham, AL and zip code 35208 in the Bush Hills neighborhood. This 3,235 square foot home, which was built in 1935, sits on a 0.16 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since March 12, 2025 and is currently priced at $279,000.
In February 2025, from all listings sold in Birmingham, AL there were more than 44 sold above asking price, over 129 sold below and more than 40 were sold right at the asked price. The inventory of homes for sale in Birmingham, AL between January and February 2025 increased by 17.3%. In February 2025 median list price was $317,500 and the average listing age was 59 days.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.