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53 Burnham St, Birmingham, AL, 35242

5beds
5baths
3,857sqft
$999,000
$259price/sqft
$6,311/moest. monthly cost
$252,440/yrincome needed

About This Home

Dreamy Mt Laurel Craftsman 5BR Home w/Multiple Outdoor Living Spaces, Finished Carriage House Apartment w/Full Kitchen & Bathroom PLUS your own Saltwater Pool! Primary Suite on Main Level w/Laundry in Custom Closet, Formal Dining & LR, Hardwood floors throughout, Fully Finished Carriage House accessible from main level & also has separate entry/rentable or as office/bonus space. Ideal set up for multi-generational living. Upstairs features: 2nd primary w/ensuite BA & 2 walk-in closets & sep vanities, BR w/ensuite BA; bedroom; large laundry w/built in desk +storage. Meticulously maintained & updated, this home is ready for its next owners seeking all the charming, walkable community has to offer. Custom touches abound in millwork, designer lighting & wallpaper, updated primary bathroom & kitchen, beverage bar, open pantry/scullery adds generous storage, plantation shutters, marble FP surround. Must see private amenities too-schedule your showings today!

Getting Around

44
WalkingCar-Dependent
0
TransitNo Nearby Transit
27
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

10/10
10/10
Chelsea Middle SchoolGrades 6-85.3 mi
8/10
Chelsea High SchoolGrades 9-126.1 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 2001

Materials

  • Foundation: Basement
  • Construction materials: Brick Over Foundation,HardiPlank Type

Type & Style

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

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances,Dishwasher,Disposal,Ice Maker,Electric Oven,Self Cleaning Oven,Refrigerator,Stainless Steel Appliance(s),Stove-Gas,Gas Water Heater
  • Laundry features: Electric Dryer Hookup,Washer Hookup,Main Level,Upper Level,Laundry Room,Yes

Basement

  • Area: 661

Basement

  • Has basement: Yes
  • Basement: Partial,Unfinished,Block

Bathroom1

  • Level: First

Bedroom

  • Level: Second

Bedroom1

  • Level: First

Bedroom2

  • Level: Second

Bedroom3

  • Level: Second

Bedroom4

  • Level: Second

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 5
  • Bathrooms: 5
  • Full bathrooms: 4
  • 1/2 bathrooms: 1

Features

  • Sound System,Wet Bar,High Ceilings,Smooth Ceilings,Soaking Tub,Separate Shower,Double Vanity,Tub/Shower Combo
  • Window features: Double Pane Windows
  • Flooring: Carpet,Hardwood,Tile
  • Number of fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace features: Gas Starter,Family Room,Gas
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Attic: Pull Down Stairs,Yes
  • Finished area below ground: 0
  • Finished area above ground: 3,857

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Zoned
  • Cooling features: Zoned,Ceiling Fan(s)

Interior Area

  • Total interior livable area: 3,857 sqft

Kitchen

  • Level: First

Living Room

  • Level: First

Master Bathroom

  • Level: First

Master Bedroom

  • Level: First

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 092031002022.000
  • Special condition: N/A

Features

  • Levels: 2+ story
  • Private pool: Yes
  • Pool features: Cleaning System,Heated,In Ground,Fenced,Salt Water,Private
  • Patio & porch: Covered,Open (PATIO),Patio,Porch,Porch Screened,Covered (DECK),Open (DECK),Deck
  • Exterior features: Balcony,Outdoor Grill,Lighting,Sprinkler System
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Has view: Yes
  • View description: None
  • Waterfront features: No

Lot

  • Lot size: 6,534 sqft

Parking

  • Total spaces: 2
  • Parking features: Attached,Basement,Driveway,On Street,Garage Faces Rear
  • 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
    TornadoRelatively High
  • Cold Wave
    Cold WaveModerate
  • Inland Flooding
    Inland FloodingModerate
  • Landslide
    LandslideModerate
  • Lightning
    LightningModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Tornado
Cold Wave
Inland Flooding
Landslide
Lightning

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 $5,051$60,612
Home Insurance *$480$5,760
Property Taxes $349$4,188
Electricity $431$5,178
Total$6,311$75,732
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$216,377/yr
40% on housing$189,330/yr
45% on housing$168,293/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: 8.8%
8.8%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 6.0%
6.0%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: 2.8%
2.8%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$259This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 35242$241
Shelby County$171

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 35242$204
Shelby County$174

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)

No zestimate history available

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-05-11Contingent$1,049,000
2026-05-07Listed for sale$1,049,000
2026-04-28Contingent$1,049,000
2026-04-24Listed for sale$1,049,000
2013-09-30Sold$550,000
2013-07-22Sold$550,000
2007-01-09Sold$595,000
2004-11-03Sold$550,000
2001-07-06Sold$464,500

For Sale by Agent

AgentCarrie Lusk, Keller Williams Realty Vestavia, Jordan Barrow, Keller Williams Realty Vestavia
BrokerageKeller Williams Realty Vestavia

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