Tour
$2,138 Closing Credit¹
#21419050, Todd Helzer, Listing Office: Sandbox Realty, LLC
$204,999 List price
528 Elm St Birmingham, AL 35206
$2,434
Closing credit¹
3 beds
2 full
1,024 sqft
0.3 acres
$200 / sqft
House
Property details
About 528 Elm St
Want a new home without the new price? This cutie is for you! A rare opportunity to own a move-in ready, recently renovated 3-bedroom, 2-bath home on a generous lot in the heart of Roebuck Springs, just minutes from interstates, shopping, and parks - unbeatable convenience! This dream lot sits on a quiet, charming street. Flat, fenced, and spacious backyard — think summer BBQs, garden beds, or additional room to grow. Step inside to discover a smart, single-level layout with fresh paint & new floors throughout the generously sized living spaces, updated kitchen with new appliances, a true split-bedroom floor plan, and a private primary suite tucked away with its own fully renovated bathroom. Plus, the existing wheelchair-accessible ramp and wide layout make it ideal for aging-in-place or buyers needing mobility-friendly options, an uncommon and valuable feature in this price point. Your designer touch will easily elevate this into a personal haven or a high-performing rental.
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingCentral
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,024 sqft
Lot size0.34 Acres
Year built2006
ParkingDetached
MLS #21412999
Garage1 space
Virtual tour
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Electric Oven, Refrigerator, Electric Stove
- Flooring Type: Hardwood Laminate
- Interior: None
- Total Bedroom Count: 3
- Garage Space: 1 space
- Attached Garage: No
- Parking: Detached
- Exterior: Fenced Yard, Porch
- Heating: Central
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $204,999
- Price/SqFt: $200
- Annual Tax Amount: $944
- Tax Year: 2023
- Directions: From I-59 N take exit for AL-75 S then turn south onto Esplanade Dr. Follow as road curves east then turn south onto Hickory St. Turn east onto Covington Ave then south on Elm St. Home is on west side of street.
- Year Built: 2006
- Stories: 1
- Living Area: 1,024 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.34 Acres
- MLS Number: 21412999
- Office Name: MarketPlace Homes
- Office Phone: (800) 331-0646
- Office Email: rachel.lowell@marketplacehomes.com
- Listing Agent: Rachel Lowell
The data relating to real estate for sale on this site comes in part from the Broker Reciprocity/IDX program of the Greater Alabama Multiple Listing Service, Inc. Information provided is thought to be reliable but is not guaranteed to be accurate; you are advised to verify facts that are important to you. No warranties, expressed or implied, are provided for the data herein, or for their use or interpretation by the user. IDX information is provided exclusively for consumers’ personal, non-commercial use, that it may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing, and that the content is not guaranteed accurate by the MLS. There is no express or implied warranty by MLS of the accuracy of information which should be independently verified. The Greater Alabama Multiple Listing Service does not create, control or review the property data displayed herein and take no responsibility for the content of such records. Copyright© 2025 Greater Alabama Multiple Listing Service, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
Data displayed may be a portion of, and not a complete set of all listings published in the MLS.
Last updated on: 6/4/2025, 6:45:30 AM Eastern. If you have any questions regarding the accuracy of this data, please contact us at help@rockethomes.com.
Get an agent. Get a mortgage. Save big.¹
$204,999
528 Elm St
$2,434
closing credit¹
Sell your home with Rocket and save even more!
Seller rebate
0.5% sale price²
Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 31, 2017 | Home Sold | $82,500 |
| Mar 01, 1994 | Home Sold | $24,500 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $15,940 | $944 |
| 2022 | $14,010 | $944 |
| 2021 | $11,500 | $- |
| 2020 | $11,570 | $- |
| 2018 | $9,000 | $- |
| 2017 | $17,980 | $1,303 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
8
William J. Christian K - 8 School
Public Magnet KG-5
0.4 mi
•725 Mountain Dr
2
Martha Gaskins Elementary School
Public District PK-5
1.5 mi
•200 Dalton Dr
5
Robinson Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.5 mi
•8400 1st Ave S
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 $48,947. Typical income of Birmingham, AL residents is between $35k-100k annually. The most common type of family is single, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
33%
<35k
53%
35k-100k
13%
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
12%
Single, with Kids
24%
Married, No Kids
19%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
16%
<11 yrs old
8%
12-17 yrs old
17%
18-34 yrs old
45%
35-64 yrs old
14%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Horse Races
Soccer
NHRA Drag Racing
Where do the neighbors shop?
Stein Mart
Burlington
Big Lots
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
LongHorn Steakhouse
Wingstop
Golden Corral
What do the neighbors drive?
Buick
Nissan
Kia
What do the neighbors listen to?
Contemporary Inspirational
Christian Adult Contemporary
Adult Standards
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
Similar homes for sale
Backup offersTour
$1,864 Closing Credit¹
#21411472, Joyce Silmon Horton, Listing Office: Barnes & Associates
Backup offersTour
$2,078 Closing Credit¹
#21411944, Joey Calvin, Listing Office: Keller Williams Trussville
Tour
$2,077 Closing Credit¹
#21419247, Kelley Shaw Smith, Listing Office: RE/MAX on Main
Tour
$1,514 Closing Credit¹
#21416292, Matt Rudak, Listing Office: ARC Realty Cahaba Heights
Backup offersTour
$2,553 Closing Credit¹
#21418213, Sarah Johnson, Listing Office: ARC Realty - Homewood
Tour
$2,018 Closing Credit¹
#21412228, Sharlet Jackson, Listing Office: Alabama Realty Brokers III
Tour
$2,250 Closing Credit¹
#21410260, Cassie Carter, Listing Office: RE/MAX Advantage South
Tour
$1,769 Closing Credit¹
#21393382, Jane Huston Crommelin, Listing Office: Ray & Poynor Properties
Tour
$2,411 Closing Credit¹
#21405894, Angela Blackmon, Listing Office: Keller Williams Realty Vestavia
Frequently asked questions
About 528 Elm St
The listing price of 528 Elm St property is $204,999.
The property 528 Elm St is a house located in Birmingham, Alabama, 35206.
Active Listing: 528 Elm St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 528 Elm St are: William J. Christian K - 8 School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Martha Gaskins Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Robinson Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Huffman Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Ossie Ware Mitchell Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Smith Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Huffman High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Shades Valley High School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Woodlawn High School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $944 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on January 31, 2017 for $82,500 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 528 Elm St has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
The property 528 Elm St is 1,024 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 528 Elm St is 2006.
This home is located at 528 Elm St in Birmingham, AL and zip code 35206 in the Roebuck Springs neighborhood. This 1,024 square foot home, which was built in 2006, sits on a 0.34 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since March 20, 2025 and is currently priced at $204,999.
Over 88 listings were sold over their listed price in May 2025 in Birmingham, AL. In the same period over 183 listings were sold below the listed price and 88 listings were sold for the listed price. The inventory of homes for sale in Birmingham, AL between April and May 2025 increased by 8.5%. Listings spent 36 days on the market in May 2025, and had a median list price of $305,000 during the same period.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.