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$129,900

5005 42nd Pl N Birmingham, AL 35217

3 beds
2 full
1,570 sqft
0.2 acres
$83 / sqft
House

Property details

About 5005 42nd Pl N

This move-in ready charmer is all ready to impress it's future owner! A spacious 3 bedroom 2 bath craftsman bungalow that offers plenty on the inside as well as a wide front porch and large back deck! Don't miss this opportunity to live minutes from downtown, while provided quick and easy access to I-20/59. Schedule your showing today!

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingCentral
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,570 sqft
Lot size0.16 Acres
Year built1930
ParkingDriveway Parking
MLS #21424600
FireplaceWoodburning, Masonry

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Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Appliances: Microwave, Electric Oven, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
  • Flooring Type: Vinyl
  • Interior: None
  • Fireplace: Woodburning, Masonry
  • Total Bedroom Count: 3
  • Parking: Driveway Parking
  • Exterior: Porch
  • Heating: Central
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • List Price: $129,900
  • Price/SqFt: $82
  • Annual Tax Amount: $261
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Directions: From I 59 S take exit 128 onto SR-79/Tallapoosa St. Turn R onto SR-79. Turn R onto Jefferson Blvd. Turn R onto 49th Terr N. Turn L onto 49th Ct N. Take a slight R onto 49th Ct N. Turn L onto 42nd Pl N
  • Year Built: 1930
  • Stories: 1
  • Living Area: 1,570 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.16 Acres
  • MLS Number: 21424600
  • Office Name: eXp Realty, LLC Central
  • Office Email: AL.Broker@exprealty.net
  • Listing Agent: James Barrett

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
May 09, 2019
Home Sold
$81,000
Mar 05, 2018
Home Sold
$13,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$6,460$261
2022$4,600$261
2021$5,040$293
2020$4,820$277
2018$4,400$-
2017$4,400$-

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

1

Tarrant Elementary School

Public District KG-2

0.4 mi

1269 Portland St

1

Tarrant Intermediate School

Public District 3-6

0.6 mi

1 Wildcat Dr

4

Fultondale Elementary School

Public District PK-6

2.2 mi

950 Central Ave

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 $35,000. The most common annual income of people living in Birmingham, AL is less than $<35k. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. The most common level of education of people living in this area is high school diploma.

How much money do the neighbors make?

50%
<35k
50%
35k-100k
0%
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?

47%
Single, No Kids
26%
Single, with Kids
15%
Married, No Kids
12%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

17%
<11 yrs old
10%
12-17 yrs old
24%
18-34 yrs old
41%
35-64 yrs old
8%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Extreme SportsExtreme Sports
  • Pro WrestlingPro Wrestling
  • Figure SkatingFigure Skating

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Academy Sports & OutdoorsAcademy Sports & Outdoors
  • Wal-MartWal-Mart
  • KmartKmart

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Little CaesarsLittle Caesars
  • SonicSonic
  • Bob EvansBob Evans

What do the neighbors drive?

  • ChevroletChevrolet
  • OldsmobileOldsmobile
  • BuickBuick

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • CountryCountry
  • Contemporary InspirationalContemporary Inspirational
  • OldiesOldies
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 5005 42nd Pl N

The listing price of 5005 42nd Pl N property is $129,900.

The property 5005 42nd Pl N is a house located in Birmingham, Alabama, 35217.

Active Listing: 5005 42nd Pl N is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 5005 42nd Pl N are: Tarrant Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Tarrant Intermediate School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Fultondale Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Inglenook PreK - 8 School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Bertram A. Hudson K - 8 School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Hays K - 8 School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Woodlawn High School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Tarrant High School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), George W. Carver High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $261 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on May 9, 2019 for $81,000 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 5005 42nd Pl N has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.

The property 5005 42nd Pl N is 1,570 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 5005 42nd Pl N is 1930.

This home is located at 5005 42nd Pl N in Birmingham, AL and zip code 35217 in the Inglenook neighborhood. This 1,570 square foot home, which was built in 1930, sits on a 0.16 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 11, 2025 and is currently priced at $129,900.

Over 91 listings were sold over their listed price in June 2025 in Birmingham, AL. In the same period over 142 listings were sold below the listed price and 83 listings were sold for the listed price. The number of homes for sale in Birmingham, AL increased by 1.3% between May and June 2025. Listings spent 39 days on the market in June 2025, and had a median list price of $354,926 during the same period.

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

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