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2224 1st St NE, Birmingham, AL, 35215

2beds
1baths
1,040sqft
$124,900
$120price/sqft
$1,102/moest. monthly cost
$44,080/yrincome needed

About This Home

Charming one-level home in the quiet, peaceful Center Point area. This 2–3 bedroom property features original hardwood floors throughout, an updated kitchen, and a bathroom that blends comfort and modern convenience. One of the bedrooms is open and flexible—perfect for use as a den, office, or bonus space. Sitting on a flat and fully fenced .46-acre lot, the home offers nearly half an acre of usable outdoor space. Enjoy a spacious front porch, a covered carport, and a large open concrete patio just off the kitchen—ideal for entertaining or relaxing. A detached storage building and workshop add valuable extra utility. With excellent curb appeal and truly move-in-ready condition, this home is close to everything: grocery stores, restaurants, the courthouse, City Hall, the fire department, and more. It’s also less than five minutes from the city park and surrounded by several nearby churches. A wonderful opportunity for anyone looking for a quiet setting with convenience at your doors

Getting Around

61
WalkingSomewhat Walkable
20
TransitMinimal Transit
34
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

6/10
3/10
Erwin Middle SchoolGrades 6-81.0 mi
1/10
Center Point High SchoolGrades 9-121.4 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 1954

Materials

  • Construction materials: Other

Type & Style

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

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Stove-Gas,Gas Water Heater
  • Laundry features: Gas Dryer Hookup,Washer Hookup,Main Level,Other,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,Smooth Ceilings,Linen Closet,Tub/Shower Combo
  • Window features: Window Treatments
  • Flooring: Hardwood,Tile,Vinyl
  • Attic: Other,Yes
  • Finished area below ground: 0
  • Finished area above ground: 1,040

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Central
  • Cooling features: Central Air

Interior Area

  • Total interior livable area: 1,040 sqft

Kitchen

  • Features: Tile Counters,Eat-in Kitchen
  • Level: First

Living Room

  • Level: First

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 1200181007009.000
  • Special condition: N/A

Features

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

Lot

  • Lot size: 0.46 Acres
  • Features: Acreage

Parking

  • Total spaces: 1
  • Parking features: Attached,Driveway,Parking (MLVL),Off Street,On Street
  • Has garage: Yes
  • Covered spaces: 1
  • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
  • Carport: Yes
  • Carport 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
  • Strong Wind
    Strong WindModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Lightning
Tornado
Cold Wave
Heat Wave
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 $631$7,572
Home Insurance *$171$2,052
Property Taxes $60$720
Electricity $240$2,881
Total$1,102$13,224
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$37,782/yr
40% on housing$33,060/yr
45% on housing$29,386/yr

Alabama FAIR Plan Programs

Alabama FAIR Plan

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None
Add-on available
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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

$120This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 35215$70
Jefferson County$125

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 35215$94
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
2026-04-29Price change$134,900
2026-04-10Listed for sale$139,900
2000-01-17Sold$58,700

For Sale by Agent

AgentJanice Smith
BrokerageDominion Property Services, In

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