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1618 Woodfern Dr, Birmingham, AL, 35209

3beds
2baths
1,963sqft
$525,000
$267price/sqft
$3,382/moest. monthly cost
$135,280/yrincome needed

About This Home

Tucked into a quiet neighborhood within walking distance to downtown Homewood, 1618 Woodfern Drive offers the perfect blend of convenience and functionality. This 3-bedroom, 2-bath residence features hardwood floors, smooth ceilings, recessed lighting, and an open layout designed for comfortable daily living. The kitchen is equipped with solid surface countertops, breakfast nook, and ample workspace. A finished daylight basement provides valuable additional living space, including a bedroom, full bath, and bonus space —ideal for guests, a home office, gym, or media room. The rare flat driveway leads to a one-car garage with ample storage. Outside, enjoy a welcoming front porch, a fenced backyard, and an open patio perfect for relaxing or hosting friends and family. Just minutes from UAB Medical Center, Downtown Birmingham, and Samford University campus, this move-in-ready home provides an advantage to everyday living in one of the area’s most desirable neighborhoods.

Getting Around

76
WalkingVery Walkable
29
TransitSome Transit
31
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

10/10
10/10
Homewood Middle SchoolGrades 6-80.8 mi
10/10
Homewood High SchoolGrades 9-121.5 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 1950

Materials

  • Foundation: Basement
  • Construction materials: Shingle Siding,Wood Siding

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Property subType: Single Family Residence

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Dishwasher,Microwave,Electric Oven,Refrigerator,Gas Water Heater
  • Laundry features: Electric Dryer Hookup,Washer Hookup,In Basement,Laundry Closet,Yes

Basement

  • Area: 1034

Basement

  • Has basement: Yes
  • Basement: Full,Finished,Daylight,Concrete

Bathroom1

  • Level: Basement

Bedroom1

  • Level: First

Bedroom2

  • Level: Second

Bedroom3

  • Level: Basement

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Full bathrooms: 2

Features

  • Recessed Lighting,Smooth Ceilings,Tub/Shower Combo
  • Flooring: Hardwood,Tile
  • Attic: Pull Down Stairs,Yes
  • Finished area below ground: 834
  • Finished area above ground: 1,129

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Central,Natural Gas
  • Cooling features: Central Air,Electric

Interior Area

  • Total interior livable area: 1,963 sqft

Kitchen

  • Level: First

Master Bedroom

  • Level: First

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 2900124001013.000
  • Special condition: N/A

Features

  • Levels: One
  • Stories: 1
  • Pool features: None
  • Patio & porch: Open (PATIO),Patio,Porch
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Has view: Yes
  • View description: None
  • Waterfront features: No

Lot

  • Lot size: 9,583 sqft

Parking

  • Total spaces: 1
  • Parking features: Assigned,Garage Faces Front
  • Has garage: Yes
  • Attached garage spaces: 1
  • Covered spaces: 1

Climate Risk is Financial Risk

Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.

Biggest Threats for This Home

  • Lightning
    LightningRelatively High
  • Tornado
    TornadoRelatively High
  • Cold Wave
    Cold WaveModerate
  • Heat Wave
    Heat WaveModerate
  • Inland Flooding
    Inland FloodingModerate
  • Strong Wind
    Strong WindModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Lightning
Tornado
Cold Wave
Heat Wave
Inland Flooding
Strong Wind

FEMA Declared Disasters Across Alabama Counties

Hurricane
Severe Storm
Tornado
Tropical Storm

Understanding the Costs

Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.

Estimated Costs Today

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $2,654$31,848
Home Insurance *$235$2,820
Property Taxes $253$3,036
Electricity $240$2,881
Total$3,382$40,584
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$115,954/yr
40% on housing$101,460/yr
45% on housing$90,186/yr

Alabama FAIR Plan Programs

Alabama FAIR Plan

Covered
None
Add-on available
WildfireWildfire
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How Costs Could Change Over Time

Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 8.6%
8.6%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 6.0%
6.0%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: 2.0%
2.0%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$267This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 35209$205
Jefferson County$125

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 35209$301
Jefferson County$136

Current Market Trends

Median Price Per Square Foot

The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.

Historicals for This Listing

Zestimate History ($/sqft)

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-08-13Price change$515,000
2026-07-27Price change$525,000
2026-07-07Price change$550,000
2026-06-26Listed for sale$579,000
2026-06-22Listing removed$599,000
2026-06-02Listed for sale$599,000
2020-08-13Listing removed$349,900
2020-08-13Listed for sale$349,900
2020-08-12Sold$361,000
2020-07-12Pending sale$349,900
2020-07-09Listed for sale$349,900
2016-10-31Sold$276,500
1998-05-07Sold$123,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentAmy Lawson
BrokerageRealtySouth-MB-Cahaba Rd

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