#21408472, Lou Hill, Listing Office: EPI Real Estate
1603 8th Ave W Birmingham, AL 35208
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About 1603 8th Ave W
Welcome to your dream home in the heart of the vibrant Bush Hills community! This charming, fully renovated 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom beauty is the perfect blend of modern style and classic comfort. With a spacious, open-concept living area, sleek finishes, and tons of natural light, you’ll feel right at home from the moment you walk in. The kitchen is a chef’s dream, featuring updated appliances, stylish countertops, and plenty of space for all your culinary needs. Just a stone’s throw from downtown Birmingham, you’ll enjoy the convenience of easy access to all the best dining, shopping, and entertainment the city has to offer. Whether you’re relaxing in the cozy backyard or exploring the bustling city just minutes away, this home offers the perfect mix of peaceful living and urban excitement. Come see this stunner before it's gone — a perfect place to call home in one of Birmingham’s most desirable neighborhoods!
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- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Gas Stove
- Basement: Yes
- Flooring Type: Hardwood
- Interior: Recess Lighting, Split Bedroom
- Fireplace: Gas (FIREPL), Brick (FIREPL)
- Total Bedroom Count: 3
- Parking: Driveway Parking
- Exterior: Porch
- Heating: Central
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $199,900
- Price/SqFt: $131
- Annual Tax Amount: $1,755
- Tax Year: 2023
- Directions: LEFT OFF GRAYMOUNT AVE. & 16TH ST. W GO 1 BLOCK HOUSE WILL BE FACING YOU
- Year Built: 1925
- Stories: 1
- Living Area: 1,522 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.2 Acres
- MLS Number: 21409645
- Office Name: First Class Realty Services, L
- Office Email: shayla@1stclassrealtyservices.com
- Listing Agent: Shayla Dotson
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Price information
Property sales
Date | Event | Price |
---|---|---|
Sep 06, 2022 | Home Sold | $85,000 |
Jan 21, 2003 | Home Sold | $65,000 |
Tax history
Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
---|---|---|
2023 | $25,500 | $1,755 |
2022 | $24,220 | $1,755 |
2021 | $15,400 | $1,116 |
2020 | $15,400 | $1,116 |
2018 | $13,260 | $961 |
2017 | $13,260 | $961 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
4
Princeton School
Public Magnet PK-5
0.6 mi
•1425 2nd Ave W
3
Minor Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.2 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 $39,038. Typical income of Birmingham, AL residents is between $35k-100k annually. The most common type of family is single, no kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is post secondary degree.
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About 1603 8th Ave W
The listing price of 1603 8th Ave W property is $199,900.
The property 1603 8th Ave W is a house located in Birmingham, Alabama, 35208.
Active Listing: 1603 8th Ave W is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 1603 8th Ave W are: Princeton School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Minor Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Hemphill Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Bush Hills STEAM Academy (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Malachi Wilkerson Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Booker T. Washington K - 8 School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), P. D. Jackson - Olin High School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), A. H. Parker High School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Fairfield High Preparatory School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $1,755 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on September 6, 2022 for $85,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 1603 8th Ave W has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
The property 1603 8th Ave W is 1,522 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 1603 8th Ave W is 1925.
This home is located at 1603 8th Ave W in Birmingham, AL and zip code 35208 in the Bush Hills neighborhood. This 1,522 square foot home, which was built in 1925, sits on a 0.20 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since February 17, 2025 and is currently priced at $199,900.
Over 66 listings were sold over their listed price in March 2025 in Birmingham, AL. In the same period over 136 listings were sold below the listed price and 73 listings were sold for the listed price. The number of listings in Birmingham, AL increased by 14.8% between February and March 2025. While the average time on the market in March 2025 was 42 days, the median list price was $272,633.