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556 55th St S, Birmingham, AL, 35212

$424,900

Home List Price

$5,046*

Closing Credit

4 Bedrooms
2 Full Baths
2,364 SqFt
$180/SqFt
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556 55th St S, Birmingham$424,900

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$5,046*

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Property Highlights

Home TypeSingle Family Residence
ParkingDriveway Parking, Off Street Parking
Year Built1929
HeatingCentral, Natural Gas
CoolingCentral Air, Electric, Ceiling Fan(s)
BasementYes
FireplaceGas (FIREPL), Stone (FIREPL), Tile (FIREPL)
MLS #21403496
Lot Size0.28 Acres
StatusActive

About 556 55th St S

Two-story home on a corner lot in historic Crestwood North. Original Craftsman features provide charm and style throughout Classic covered front porch perfect for sitting and chatting with neighbors. You will love the large rooms, beautiful old wood floors, high coffered ceilings, original moldings and abundant natural light throughout Main level bedroom with en suite full bath with freestanding clawfoot tub. The rustic kitchen features heart pine floors, exposed brick, butcher block island and oversized gas range. Butler's pantry and mud room offer extra storage. Upstairs you'll find a large primary bedroom with decorative fireplace, 2 additional bedrooms, laundry room and full bath - recently updated with marble tile and new plumbing/fixtures Covered deck on the back of the home overlooks fenced yard. Driveway provides off-street parking and partial basement can be used for additional storage Crestwood is a vibrant neighborhood convenient to UAB, Downtown, restaurants & entertainment

Property Details

Property Features

Property Information:

  • Year Built: 1929
  • Stories: 2
  • Living Area: 2,364 SqFt

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Keller Williams Homewood
  • Office Phone: (205) 875-6956
  • Listing Agent: Brian Kelleher

Interior Features

Interior Information:

  • Appliances: Gas Oven, Refrigerator, Gas Stove, Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Basement: Yes
  • Flooring Type: Hardwood, Tile Floor
  • Interior: Security System
  • Fireplace: Gas (FIREPL), Stone (FIREPL), Tile (FIREPL)

Bedroom and Bathroom Information:

  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedroom Count: 4

Exterior Features

Exterior Information:

  • Exterior: Fenced Yard, Porch

Parking Information:

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking: Driveway Parking, Off Street Parking

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Lot Features

Lot Information:

  • Lot: Corner Lot, Few Trees
  • Lot Size: 0.28 Acres

Utilities

Utilities Information:

  • Heating: Central, Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Central Air, Electric, Ceiling Fan(s)

Other

Directions Information:

  • Directions: From Crestwood Blvd. turn North onto 56th St, turn left onto 6th Ct. At the end of the street, turn right onto 54th St, go over the tracks and proceed to 55th St, house will be on your left corner.

Price Information

Listing Price Info

Price Summary:

  • List Price: $424,900
  • Price Per SqFt: $180/SqFt

Tax Information:

  • Annual Amount: $2,079
  • Tax Year: 2020
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Housing Market Comparison

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Birmingham, AL

City

Med. List Price

$219.9K

Med. Price/SqFt

$139

Avg. Days On Market

62

# of Sold Homes

144

556 55th St S vs Birmingham

1 DAY ON ROCKET

-61 Days

$424,900

+$205K More

$180/SqFt

+$40 More

KEY TAKEAWAY

This property is $205K more than the Median List Price and $40/SqFt more than other homes in Birmingham, AL.

Based on homes listed in October 2024

MLS Details

MLS Information:

  • MLS Number: #21403496

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Keller Williams Homewood
  • Office Phone: (205) 875-6956
  • Listing Agent: Brian Kelleher

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Property Sales & Tax

Listing History

Jul 13, 2004Home Sold
$185,400
Aug 31, 2001Home Sold
$113,500
Oct 01, 1991Home Sold
$56,500

Tax History

YEARPROP. TAXASSESSMENT
2020$2,079$29,660
2018$1,580$22,780
2017$1,229$17,940

History based on county public records data.

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Schools

Schools Nearby

The school rating is a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest. Assigned schools have a bold outline.

Nearby Schools

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2
/10

  • Henry J. Oliver Elementary School

  • 6871 6th Ct S

  • 1.08 miles

  • Public District Grades KG-5

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2
/10

  • Avondale Elementary School

  • 4000 8th Ct S

  • 1.75 miles

  • Public District Grades PK-5

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1
/10

  • Barrett Elementary School

  • 7601 Division Ave

  • 2.12 miles

  • Public District Grades PK-5

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Neighborhood

What Are The Neighbors Like?

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $74,179. Typical income of Birmingham, AL residents is between $35k-100k annually. The majority of families are single, no kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is post secondary degree.

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Frequently Asked Questions About 556 55th St S

What is the listing price of this property?

The listing price of 556 55th St S property is $424,900.

What type of property is this?

The property 556 55th St S is a house located in Birmingham, Alabama, 35212.

Is this property for sale now?

Active Listing: 556 55th St S is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

What is the annual property tax for this property?

According to the records, the last property tax for 2020 is $2,079 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

When was this property sold last time and for how much?

The last sale was on July 13, 2004 for $185,400. (source: MLS/tax record).

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?

The property at 556 55th St S has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.

What is the square footage of this property?

The property 556 55th St S is 2,364 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

Which year was this property built?

The year of construction for 556 55th St S is 1929.

Rocket Homes›Alabama›Jefferson County›Birmingham›35212›556 55th St S

This home is located at 556 55th St S in Birmingham, AL and zip code 35212 in the Crestwood North neighborhood. This 2,364 square foot home, which was built in 1929, sits on a 0.28 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since November 22, 2024 and is currently priced at $424,900.

The number of homes for sale in Birmingham, AL increased by 71.1% between September 2024 and October 2024. While the average time on the market in October 2024 was 62 days, the median list price was $219,900.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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