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$72,500

537 17th St SW Birmingham, AL 35211

4 beds
2 full
2,012 sqft
0.1 acres
$36 / sqft
House

Property details

About 537 17th St SW

INVESTORS ARE YOU THINKING ABOUT ADDING 537 17th ST SW TO YOUR PORTFOLIO? LOCATED IN WEST END MINUTES FROM THE NEWLY BIRMINGHAM CROSSPLEX WHERE THE EVENTS SUCH AS THE WORLD GAMES, CONCERTS, COMEDY SHOWS ETC ARE HELD AND JUST MINUTES FROM DOWNTOWN BIRMINGHAM. THIS 4 BEDROOM 2 BATH HOME IS BEING SOLD AS-IS. CLEAR TITLE BEING PROVIDED. ALL OFFERS REQUIRE PROOF OF FUNDS/PREQUAL LETTER AND EM. 5% EM ON ALL OFFERS, BUYER TO PAY ALL CLOSING COST, AND SELLER FINANCING IS NOT AN OPTION

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
StatusActive
Size2,012 sqft
Lot size0.15 Acres
Year built1930
ParkingDriveway Parking
MLS #21426561
FireplaceWoodburning, Brick (FIREPL)

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Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Appliances: None
  • Flooring Type: Hardwood
  • Interior: None
  • Fireplace: Woodburning, Brick (FIREPL)
  • Total Bedroom Count: 4
  • Parking: Driveway Parking
  • Exterior: None
  • Heating: None
  • Cooling: None
  • List Price: $72,500
  • Price/SqFt: $36
  • Annual Tax Amount: $1,090
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Directions: Drive west on Mims Ave, passing Lowery park on your right. Turn right on 17th St SW.
  • Year Built: 1930
  • Stories: 1
  • Living Area: 2,012 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.15 Acres
  • MLS Number: 21426561
  • Office Name: Goal Realty LLC
  • Office Email: goalrealty2017@gmail.com
  • Listing Agent: Ashley Nelson

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Apr 28, 2004
Home Sold
$36,500

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$17,420$1,090
2022$15,040$1,090
2021$12,840$930
2020$13,340$-
2018$11,420$-
2017$11,640$-

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

1

West End Academy

Public District KG-5

0.4 mi

1840 Pearson Ave SW

5

Hemphill Elementary School

Public District PK-5

0.8 mi

1240 Cotton Ave SW

4

Princeton School

Public Magnet PK-5

1.0 mi

1425 2nd Ave W

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 $27,222. Most Birmingham, AL residents have annual incomes less than $<35k. The most common type of family is single, no kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is post secondary degree.

How much money do the neighbors make?

62%
<35k
37%
35k-100k
1%
100k-200k
0%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree

What types of families live nearby?

52%
Single, No Kids
26%
Single, with Kids
15%
Married, No Kids
7%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

17%
<11 yrs old
7%
12-17 yrs old
22%
18-34 yrs old
43%
35-64 yrs old
11%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • UFCUFC
  • Pro BoxingPro Boxing
  • NHRA Drag RacingNHRA Drag Racing

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Family DollarFamily Dollar
  • BurlingtonBurlington
  • Big LotsBig Lots

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Burger KingBurger King
  • PopeyesPopeyes
  • Golden CorralGolden Corral

What do the neighbors drive?

  • BuickBuick
  • DodgeDodge
  • KiaKia

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Urban ContemporaryUrban Contemporary
  • Adult StandardsAdult Standards
  • JazzJazz
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 537 17th St SW

The listing price of 537 17th St SW property is $72,500.

The property 537 17th St SW is a house located in Birmingham, Alabama, 35211.

Active Listing: 537 17th St SW is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 537 17th St SW are: West End Academy (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Hemphill Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Princeton School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Bush Hills STEAM Academy (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Jones Valley Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Booker T. Washington K - 8 School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Fairfield High Preparatory School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), P. D. Jackson - Olin High School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Wenonah High School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $1,090 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on April 28, 2004 for $36,500 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 537 17th St SW has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.

The property 537 17th St SW is 2,012 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 537 17th St SW is 1930.

This home is located at 537 17th St SW in Birmingham, AL and zip code 35211 in the Oakwood Place neighborhood. This 2,012 square foot home, which was built in 1930, sits on a 0.15 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 29, 2025 and is currently priced at $72,500.

In June 2025, from all listings sold in Birmingham, AL there were more than 91 sold above asking price, over 142 sold below and more than 83 were sold right at the asked price. The number of homes for sale in Birmingham, AL increased by 1.3% between May and June 2025. 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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