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$160,000

1608 28th St SW Birmingham, AL 35211

3 beds
2 full
1,650 sqft
0.2 acres
$97 / sqft
House

Property details

About 1608 28th St SW

Welcome home to this charming 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom single-family residence nestled on a quiet street. This home offers spacious bedrooms, a large backyard perfect for entertaining or relaxing, and a welcoming front porch ideal for morning coffee or evening unwinds. Inside, you’ll find a beautifully updated kitchen featuring striking butcher block countertops, a large pantry, and a separate dining area perfect for family meals or gatherings. With its inviting layout and peaceful surroundings, this home has everything you need for comfortable living. Don’t miss your chance to make it yours!

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingCentral
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,650 sqft
Lot size0.22 Acres
Year built1926
ParkingDriveway Parking, On Street Parking
MLS #21424466
FireplaceWoodburning, Brick (FIREPL)

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Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Electric Stove
  • Flooring Type: Hardwood Laminate, Tile Floor
  • Interior: Recess Lighting, Security System
  • Fireplace: Woodburning, Brick (FIREPL)
  • Total Bedroom Count: 3
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking: Driveway Parking, On Street Parking
  • Exterior: Porch
  • Heating: Central
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • List Price: $160,000
  • Price/SqFt: $96
  • Annual Tax Amount: $345
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Directions: Use GPS
  • Year Built: 1926
  • Stories: 1
  • Living Area: 1,650 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.22 Acres
  • MLS Number: 21424466
  • Office Name: TMills Realty Group
  • Office Phone: (205) 253-8017
  • Office Email: daandrews2013@gmail.com
  • Listing Agent: Ashawntea' Thomas

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Mar 27, 2023
Home Sold
$147,000
Apr 08, 2022
Home Sold
$30,000
Apr 08, 2022
Home Sold
$20,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$3,280$345
2022$4,760$345
2021$4,760$345
2020$5,780$419
2018$5,160$374
2017$4,080$295

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

1

Richard Arrington Elementary School

Public District PK-5

0.6 mi

2101 Jefferson Ave SW

4

Central Park Elementary School

Public District PK-5

1.1 mi

4915 Avenue Q

1

West End Academy

Public District KG-5

1.2 mi

1840 Pearson Ave SW

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $25,333. Residents of Birmingham, AL typically earn less than $<35k each year. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. The majority of residents in this area have high school diploma education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

65%
<35k
29%
35k-100k
6%
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?

54%
Single, No Kids
23%
Single, with Kids
14%
Married, No Kids
9%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

16%
<11 yrs old
7%
12-17 yrs old
23%
18-34 yrs old
40%
35-64 yrs old
14%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • NHRA Drag RacingNHRA Drag Racing
  • Horse RacesHorse Races
  • Pro BoxingPro Boxing

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Big LotsBig Lots
  • Stein MartStein Mart
  • Family DollarFamily Dollar

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Golden CorralGolden Corral
  • LongHorn SteakhouseLongHorn Steakhouse
  • White CastleWhite Castle

What do the neighbors drive?

  • KiaKia
  • BuickBuick
  • ChevroletChevrolet

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Adult StandardsAdult Standards
  • Contemporary InspirationalContemporary Inspirational
  • RockRock
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 1608 28th St SW

The listing price of 1608 28th St SW property is $160,000.

The property 1608 28th St SW is a house located in Birmingham, Alabama, 35211.

Active Listing: 1608 28th St SW is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 1608 28th St SW are: Richard Arrington Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Central Park Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), West End Academy (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Jones Valley Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Green Acres Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), C. J. Donald Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Wenonah High School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Fairfield High Preparatory School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Midfield High School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $345 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on March 27, 2023 for $147,000 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 1608 28th St SW has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.

The property 1608 28th St SW is 1,650 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 1608 28th St SW is 1926.

This home is located at 1608 28th St SW in Birmingham, AL and zip code 35211 in the Jones Valley neighborhood. This 1,650 square foot home, which was built in 1926, sits on a 0.22 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 10, 2025 and is currently priced at $160,000.

Birmingham, AL housing market in June 2025 saw over 91 listings sold above listed price, more than 83 sold at listed price and over 142 sold below. In June 2025 in Birmingham, AL there were 1.3% more homes for sale than in May. In June 2025, listings were on the market for 39 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $354,926.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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