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#21415684, Justin Williams, Listing Office: Keller Williams Realty Vestavia
$279,000 List price
5817 5th Ave S Birmingham, AL 35212
$3,313
Closing credit¹
3 beds
2 full
1,806 sqft
0.3 acres
$154 / sqft
House
Property details
About 5817 5th Ave S
Spacious Crestwood cottage situated high on a double lot that is fenced. You'll immediately notice the tall ceilings, bright rooms with lots of windows and fresh paint. The kitchen is large with two sinks, a new cooktop and a nice eat-in-area. The dining room leads into the living room with a wood burning fireplace and views north through large windows. The sunporch is huge and is heated and cooled. The home is conveniently located to downtown, UAB, Woodlawn, shopping and eateries.
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingCentral, Other
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air, Electric, Ceiling Fan(s)
Size1,806 sqft
Lot size0.35 Acres
Year built1915
ParkingDriveway Parking, Off Street Parking
MLS #21407735
FireplaceWoodburning, Masonry
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Summary
- MLS Number: 21407735
- Office Name: Ray & Poynor Properties
- Office Phone: (205) 879-3036
- Office Email: wpoynor@raypoynor.com
- Listing Agent: Betsy Dreher
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 30, 2024 | Home Sold | $163,500 |
| Jun 12, 2020 | Home Sold | $259,500 |
| Mar 23, 2006 | Home Sold | $107,500 |
| Mar 08, 2006 | Home Sold | $80,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $29,860 | $2,111 |
| 2022 | $30,110 | $2,111 |
| 2021 | $25,750 | $1,795 |
| 2020 | $46,060 | $3,339 |
| 2018 | $36,300 | $2,631 |
| 2017 | $28,220 | $2,045 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
2
Henry J. Oliver Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.9 mi
•6871 6th Ct S
1
I3 Academy
Public Charter KG-5
1.0 mi
•55th Place 1st Avenue South
1
Barrett Elementary School
Public District PK-5
1.8 mi
•7601 Division Ave
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 $45,470. Residents of Birmingham, AL typically earn less than $<35k each year. The most common type of family is single, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is post secondary degree.
How much money do the neighbors make?
41%
<35k
41%
35k-100k
15%
100k-200k
3%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
55%
Single, No Kids
17%
Single, with Kids
17%
Married, No Kids
11%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
17%
<11 yrs old
5%
12-17 yrs old
29%
18-34 yrs old
43%
35-64 yrs old
6%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Pro Boxing
NBA/WNBA
Minor League Baseball Games
Where do the neighbors shop?
Family Dollar
New York & Company
IKEA
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
White Castle
Qdoba
Chick-fil-A
What do the neighbors drive?
Chevrolet
Infiniti
Kia
What do the neighbors listen to?
Rock- Active Rock
Talk/Personality
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 5817 5th Ave S
This home is located at 5817 5th Ave S in Birmingham, AL and zip code 35212 in the Crestwood North neighborhood. This 1,806 square foot home, which was built in 1915, sits on a 0.35 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since January 27, 2025 and is currently priced at $279,000.
In March 2025, from all listings sold in Birmingham, AL there were more than 66 sold above asking price, over 136 sold below and more than 73 were sold right at the asked price. The number of homes for sale in Birmingham, AL increased by 14.8% between February and March 2025. The median list price of listings available in March 2025 was $272,633, while the average time on the real estate market was 42 days.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.