5065 Lake Crest Cir, Birmingham, AL, 35226
About This Home
Wake up to mountain views in one of Hoover’s most sought-after neighborhoods. This 4 bedroom, 4.5 bath home is perched beautifully on a plush, hilltop lot. The main level features a spacious primary suite with a grand en suite bath, an updated kitchen with granite countertops and a finished basement that provides exceptional flexibility with a full bath and space currently used as a dance studio, exercise room, and Mahjongg room that could flex into a guest suite. Enjoy the beauty of the lot, complete with fruitful persimmon, fig and pear trees, and take advantage of neighborhood amenities including pickleball courts, swimming pool, clubhouse, grilling areas, and a scenic walking trail along the lake. Conveniently located near Hwy 150, I-459, Target, Chick-fil-A, Sprouts, The Grove, and UAB West, this home is in a prime location and your peaceful retreat to relax and enjoy. New roof (2025) HVAC/exterior paint/water heater (2022) front windows/blinds (2020) dishwasher/range/hood (2026)
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
No Nearby Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1996
Materials
- Foundation: Basement
- Construction materials: 3 Sides Brick,HardiPlank Type
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Electric Cooktop,Dishwasher,Disposal,Microwave,Electric Oven,Refrigerator,Stainless Steel Appliance(s),Gas Water Heater
- Laundry features: Electric Dryer Hookup,Washer Hookup,Main Level,Laundry Room,Laundry (ROOM),Yes
Basement
- Area: 1775
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Full,Partially Finished,Block
Bathroom1
- Level: Second
Bathroom3
- Level: First
Bathroom4
- Level: Basement
Bedroom1
- Level: Second
Bedroom2
- Level: Second
Bedroom3
- Level: Second
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Dining Room
- Level: First
Family Room
- Level: First
Features
- Recessed Lighting,Cathedral/Vaulted,Smooth Ceilings,Tray Ceiling(s),Soaking Tub,Linen Closet,Separate Shower,Double Vanity,Shared Bath,Tub/Shower Combo,Walk-In Closet(s)
- Door features: Storm Door(s)
- Window features: Window Treatments
- Flooring: Carpet,Hardwood,Tile
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Brick (FIREPL),Gas Starter,Den,Gas,Wood Burning
- Fireplace: Yes
- Attic: Pull Down Stairs,Yes
- Finished area below ground: 989
- Finished area above ground: 2,982
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Central,Natural Gas
- Cooling features: Central Air,Dual,Electric,Ceiling Fan(s)
Interior Area
- Total interior livable area: 3,971 sqft
Kitchen
- Features: Stone Counters,Eat-in Kitchen,Kitchen Island,Pantry
- Level: First
Master Bathroom
- Level: First
Master Bedroom
- Level: First
Office
- Level: First
Property
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Stall Shower
Details
- Parcel number: 3900282000001.028
- Special condition: N/A
Features
- Levels: 2+ story
- Pool features: In Ground,Fenced,Community
- Patio & porch: Screened (DECK),Deck
- Exterior features: Outdoor Grill,Sprinkler System
- Fencing: Fenced
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s)
- Waterfront features: No
Lot
- Lot size: 0.46 Acres
- Features: Few Trees,Subdivision
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Basement,Driveway,Garage Faces Side
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Covered spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
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
- Tornado
- Cold Wave
- Inland Flooding
- Lightning
- Heat Wave
- Strong Wind
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across Alabama Counties
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
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $2,778 | $33,336 |
| Home Insurance * | $280 | $3,360 |
| Property Taxes | $265 | $3,180 |
| Electricity | $444 | $5,332 |
| Total | $3,767 | $45,204 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Alabama FAIR Plan Programs
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.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
vs Other Active Listings
Avg $/sqft
vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-08 | Listed for sale | $599,900 |
| 2024-01-03 | Sold | $325,000 |
| 2005-12-19 | Sold | $382,000 |
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