Property Attributes
- MLS#21462959
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status Active
- CountyJEFFERSON
- CityBirmingham
- AreaDowntown Birmingham - Southside
- NeighborhoodGlenview
- Zip35205
- Style
- Year Built1915
- Price$ 459,000
- Bedrooms4
- Full Bathrooms2
- Half Bathrooms0
- Sqr Footage2700
- Lot Size0.184 Acres
Data Source:
Greater Alabama MLS (GALMLS)
Property Description
Step into Birmingham history at the Hessler-Merchant-Powell House, a distinctive 1907 home recognized by the Jefferson County Historical Commission. This 4BR/2BA home offers exceptional historic character, including an expansive front porch, dramatic foyer & staircase, beautiful hardwood floors, high ceilings, stained-glass accents and generous living and dining rooms. Major improvements include replacement of the electrical system, with roof and HVAC replaced approx. 6 years ago, 2021 re-insulation, prior foundation reinforcement, termite bond, and new stainless kitchen appliances (2026). A large unfinished attic offers exciting potential for future expansion. Large fenced yard. Offered FULLY FURNISHED—including four new king beds with memory-foam mattresses, living/dining furniture, rugs, lamps and décor. Two porch rockers excluded.Beautiful historic property in an excellent location near Five Points and UAB.
| Elementary School | Middle School | High School |
|---|---|---|
| Glen Iris Elementary School | Arrington Middle School | G W High School |
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 8/23/2026 | Listed $459,000 |
General Features
| Heating | Central (HEAT),Forced Air |
|---|---|
| Cooling | Central (COOL) |
| Laundry Y/N | Yes |
| Development Status | Existing |
| Fireplaces | 2 |
| Water | Public Water |
| Status | Active |
| Full Baths | 2 |
| Bathrooms | 2 |
| Year Built | 1915 |
| Subdivision | GLENVIEW |
| Water Heater | Gas (WTRHTR) |
| County | Jefferson |
| Class | RESIDENTIAL |
| Type | Single Family |
| FIPS Code | 01073 |
| Levels | 2+ Story |
| Status | Active |
| Tax District | BIRMINGHAM |
| Subdivision | AL |
| Sale/Rent | For Sale |
| ROOMS | Bedroom (ROOM),Dining Room (ROOM),Kitchen (ROOM),Master Bedroom (ROOM) |
| Area | Downtown Birmingham,Southside |
| Primary City | Birmingham |
| Virtual Tour | https://www.propertypanorama.com/instaview/bham/21462959 |
| High School | CARVER,G W |
| City | BIRMINGHAM |
| Financing | Conventional |
| Elementary School | GLEN IRIS |
| Middle School | ARRINGTON |
| Legal Description | S 32 FT LOT 29 & N 28 FT LOT 30 WELCH ADD SUR GLENVIEW |
| DOM | 16 |
| Postal Code | 35205 |
| Price Per Sq Ft Total AG | 170 |
Interior Features
| Interior Amenities | None |
|---|---|
| Basement | Full Basement |
| Beds | 4 |
| Floors | Hardwood,Tile Floor |
| LAUNDRY LOCATION | Laundry (MLVL) |
| Attic | Pull-Down |
| KITCHEN EQUIPMENT | Dishwasher Built-In,Disposal,Ice Maker Built-In,Microwave Built-In,Oven-Electric,Refrigerator,Stove-Gas |
| Fireplace Type | Gas (FIREPL) |
| Room 1 | Master Bedroom |
| Room 2 | Living |
| Room 3 | Dining Room |
| Room 4 | Kitchen |
| Room 5 | Bedroom |
| Room 6 | Bedroom |
| Room 7 | Bedroom |
Exterior Features
| Exterior | Siding-Vinyl |
|---|---|
| Foundation | Basement,Pillars/Support |
| Waterfront | No |
| Lot Size Area | 0.184 |
| Patio? | No |
| Exterior Features | Fenced Yard,Sprinkler System,Porch |
| Pool? | No |
| Flood Plain (Y/N) | No |
| SEWER/SEPTIC | Connected |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
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