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#21408949, Therita Lawler, Listing Office: Lawler-Jones Real Estate & Dev
$135,000 List price
805 78th St S Birmingham, AL 35206
$1,603
Closing credit¹
3 beds
2 full
1,176 sqft
0.2 acres
$115 / sqft
House
Property details
About 805 78th St S
Don’t miss your opportunity to own this beautifully rehabbed home in the heart of South Eastlake. Renovated in 2019, this 3-bedroom, 2-bath property features an updated kitchen and modern bathrooms with stylish finishes throughout. Enjoy the fenced backyard, perfect for relaxing or entertaining, all located on a great street. Currently tenant-occupied with a lease in place through April 2026 at $1,200/month—ideal for investors seeking steady rental income. Major systems include a 2018 HVAC and 2018 water heater for peace of mind. Schedule your showing today and make this home yours!
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingCentral
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,176 sqft
Lot size0.2 Acres
Year built1920
ParkingDriveway Parking
MLS #21420450
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Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Appliances: Electric Cooktop, Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Electric Stove
- Flooring Type: Vinyl
- Interior: None
- Total Bedroom Count: 3
- Parking: Driveway Parking
- Exterior: Fenced Yard, Porch
- Heating: Central
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $135,000
- Price/SqFt: $114
- Annual Tax Amount: $1,838
- Tax Year: 2023
- Directions: Right onto Rugby. Right on to 78th St S. House on the left.
- Year Built: 1920
- Stories: 1
- Living Area: 1,176 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.2 Acres
- MLS Number: 21420450
- Office Name: Evernest Too
- Office Email: mwhitaker@evernest.co
- Listing Agent: Jinny Forrester
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 07, 2021 | Home Sold | $122,000 |
| Aug 14, 2019 | Home Sold | $94,000 |
| May 01, 2018 | Home Sold | $37,500 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $21,560 | $1,838 |
| 2022 | $12,840 | $1,838 |
| 2021 | $7,350 | $1,065 |
| 2020 | $15,800 | $1,145 |
| 2018 | $7,460 | $540 |
| 2017 | $3,740 | $- |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
1
Barrett Elementary School
Public District PK-5
0.8 mi
•7601 Division Ave
5
Robinson Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.1 mi
•8400 1st Ave S
3
Irondale Community School
Public District PK-5
1.6 mi
•225 16th St 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 $31,667. Most Birmingham, AL residents have annual incomes less than $<35k. Typical family type is single, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have high school diploma education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
57%
<35k
39%
35k-100k
4%
100k-200k
0%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
What types of families live nearby?
42%
Single, No Kids
23%
Single, with Kids
22%
Married, No Kids
13%
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
22%
18-34 yrs old
42%
35-64 yrs old
9%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
NHRA Drag Racing
Horse Races
Pro Boxing
Where do the neighbors shop?
Big Lots
Stein Mart
Family Dollar
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Golden Corral
LongHorn Steakhouse
White Castle
What do the neighbors drive?
Kia
Buick
Chevrolet
What do the neighbors listen to?
Adult Standards
Contemporary Inspirational
Rock
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 805 78th St S
The listing price of 805 78th St S property is $135,000.
The property 805 78th St S is a house located in Birmingham, Alabama, 35206.
Active Listing: 805 78th St S is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 805 78th St S are: Barrett Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Robinson Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Irondale Community School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Ossie Ware Mitchell Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), W. E. Putnam Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Huffman Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Woodlawn High School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Shades Valley High School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Huffman High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $1,838 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on January 7, 2021 for $122,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 805 78th St S has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
The property 805 78th St S is 1,176 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 805 78th St S is 1920.
This home is located at 805 78th St S in Birmingham, AL and zip code 35206 in the South East Lake neighborhood. This 1,176 square foot home, which was built in 1920, sits on a 0.20 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 30, 2025 and is currently priced at $135,000.
While more than 88 listings in Birmingham, AL in May 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 88 listings sold at asking price, and more than 183 were sold below. The number of listings in Birmingham, AL increased by 8.5% between April and May 2025. 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.