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#21423324, Tonya Smitherman, Listing office: eXp Realty, LLC Central
$239,900 List price
528 85th St S Birmingham, AL 35206
3 beds
1 full, 1 partial
1,680 sqft
0.2 acres
$143 / sqft
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About 528 85th St S
If you love adorable old homes at a great price point, then this home is for you! Located on one of the best streets in South East Lake, this home has been well cared for and is ready for new owners! You'll love the arched doorways, all of the natural light, and the original hardwood floors throughout home. The lovely covered front porch, complete with flower boxes, is a perfect place to relax with a book or enjoy a summer evening with friends. The living room updates include a large wall of custom built-in cabinetry. The updated kitchen boasts granite countertops, stainless under-mount sink, a subway tile backsplash, and large pantry. There is a large deck that great for relaxing or entertaining and the fenced backyard is perfect for furry friends. This home has tons of storage space, which is unique for a home of this age. There is a walk-up attic that is great storage space but it also provides the opportunity to expand in the future by finishing that space out. Don't miss it!
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingCentral, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,680 sqft
Lot size0.185 Acres
Year built1940
ParkingDriveway Parking, Off Street Parking, On Street Parking
MLS #21424635
FireplaceWoodburning, Brick (FIREPL)
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Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Electric Stove
- Flooring Type: Hardwood, Tile Floor
- Interior: French Doors
- Fireplace: Woodburning, Brick (FIREPL)
- Total Bedroom Count: 3
- Attached Garage: No
- Parking: Driveway Parking, Off Street Parking, On Street Parking
- Exterior: Fenced Yard, Porch
- Heating: Central, Natural Gas
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $239,900
- Price/SqFt: $142
- Annual Tax Amount: $1,212
- Tax Year: 2023
- Directions: Take HWY 11/ 1st Ave. heading North. Turn right on 85th St. House on right.
- Year Built: 1940
- Stories: 1
- Living Area: 1,680 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.185 Acres
- MLS Number: 21424635
- Office Name: RealtySouth-OTM-Acton Rd
- Office Email: megmccarthy@realtysouth.com
- Listing Agent: Buster Leach
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 18, 2020 | Home Sold | $185,000 |
| Apr 14, 2020 | Home Sold | $139,000 |
| Jul 12, 2019 | Home Sold | $45,000 |
| May 23, 2014 | Home Sold | $30,000 |
| Mar 23, 2001 | Home Sold | $84,900 |
| Aug 03, 1999 | Home Sold | $72,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $14,620 | $1,212 |
| 2022 | $17,940 | $1,212 |
| 2021 | $10,800 | $711 |
| 2020 | $19,700 | $1,428 |
| 2018 | $19,120 | $1,386 |
| 2017 | $19,120 | $1,386 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
5
Robinson Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.4 mi
•8400 1st Ave S
1
Barrett Elementary School
Public District PK-5
1.2 mi
•7601 Division Ave
8
William J. Christian K - 8 School
Public Magnet KG-5
1.4 mi
•725 Mountain Dr
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 $33,899. Typical income of Birmingham, AL residents is less than $<35k annually. Typical family type is single, no kids. Most residents in this area have high school diploma education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
53%
<35k
43%
35k-100k
3%
100k-200k
1%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
What types of families live nearby?
45%
Single, No Kids
28%
Single, with Kids
16%
Married, No Kids
11%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
18%
<11 yrs old
10%
12-17 yrs old
22%
18-34 yrs old
42%
35-64 yrs old
8%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
NHRA Drag Racing
Mexican League Soccer
Horse Races
Where do the neighbors shop?
Big Lots
Burlington
Books-a-Million
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Golden Corral
Church's Chicken
LongHorn Steakhouse
What do the neighbors drive?
Kia
Chevrolet
Toyota
What do the neighbors listen to?
Adult Standards
Urban Adult Contemporary- Adult Hits
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 528 85th St S
The listing price of 528 85th St S property is $239,900.
The property 528 85th St S is a house located in Birmingham, Alabama, 35206.
Active Listing: 528 85th St S is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 528 85th St S are: Robinson Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Barrett Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), William J. Christian K - 8 School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Ossie Ware Mitchell Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Huffman Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Smith Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Woodlawn High School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Huffman High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Shades Valley High School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $1,212 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on December 18, 2020 for $185,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 528 85th St S has 3 bedrooms and 1 full and 1 half bathrooms.
The property 528 85th St S is 1,680 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 528 85th St S is 1940.
This home is located at 528 85th St S in Birmingham, AL and zip code 35206 in the South East Lake neighborhood. This 1,680 square foot home, which was built in 1940, sits on a 0.18 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 11, 2025 and is currently priced at $239,900.
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. In June 2025 median list price was $354,926 and the average listing age was 39 days.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.