3961 Bearden Dr, Birmingham, AL, 35243
About This Home
At this price point, this is a rare find — a fully renovated, single-family detached home on an ½+ acre lot in the heart of sought-after Cahaba Heights, zoned for the award-winning Vestavia Hills school system. Homes like this are increasingly hard to come by in this desirable neighborhood. This charming 2BR/1BA blends modern updates with timeless appeal. A welcoming front porch leads into a bright living room that flows into the dining area and beautifully updated kitchen, featuring granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and ample cabinet space. Refinished hardwood floors run throughout, while major improvements include a brand-new roof, HVAC system, and water heater. An updated laundry room adds convenience, and the expansive yard offers endless possibilities for entertaining, gardening, play, or future expansion. Just a short walk to Mudtown, Ashley Mac's, and Chick-fil-A, this move-in-ready home delivers location, value, and lifestyle all in one.
Getting Around
Somewhat Walkable
No Nearby Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1955
Materials
- Construction materials: Block,Vinyl Siding
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Electric Cooktop,Dishwasher,Microwave,Electric Oven,Refrigerator,Stainless Steel Appliance(s),Electric Water Heater
- Laundry features: Electric Dryer Hookup,Washer Hookup,Main Level,Laundry Room,Laundry (ROOM),Yes
Basement
- Area: 0
Basement
- Basement: Crawl Space
Bathroom1
- Level: First
Bedroom1
- Level: First
Bedroom2
- Level: First
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Dining Room
- Level: First
Features
- Recessed Lighting,Crown Molding,Smooth Ceilings,Linen Closet,Tub/Shower Combo
- Window features: Window Treatments,Double Pane Windows
- Flooring: Hardwood,Tile,Vinyl
- Attic: Other,Yes
- Finished area below ground: 0
- Finished area above ground: 816
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Central
- Cooling features: Central Air,Ceiling Fan(s)
Interior Area
- Total interior livable area: 816 sqft
Kitchen
- Features: Stone Counters
- Level: First
Living Room
- Level: First
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 2800154012017.000
- Special condition: N/A
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Pool features: None
- Patio & porch: Open (PATIO),Patio
- Has view: Yes
- View description: None
- Waterfront features: No
Lot
- Lot size: 0.55 Acres
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway,Parking (MLVL),Off Street
- 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
- Cold Wave
- Heat Wave
- Lightning
- Tornado
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 | $1,592 | $19,104 |
| Home Insurance * | $144 | $1,728 |
| Property Taxes | $152 | $1,824 |
| Electricity | $240 | $2,881 |
| Total | $2,128 | $25,536 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-06-18 | Listed for sale | $314,900 |
| 2023-05-02 | Sold | $214,000 |
| 2023-04-22 | Pending sale | $184,900 |
| 2023-04-20 | Listed for sale | $184,900 |
View on Zillow