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536 Lawson Rd, Birmingham, AL, 35217

3beds
2baths
1,469sqft
$179,000
$122price/sqft
$1,619/moest. monthly cost
$64,760/yrincome needed

About This Home

Property is being SOLD AS IS condition, this house has a lot of land that goes with it, the last owners had chickens, the property has different fruit trees and storage house on the property that can be brought. Looking for land along with a house, this is it, if you want your privacy

Getting Around

1
WalkingCar-Dependent
0
TransitNo Nearby Transit
7
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

3/10
2/10
Smith Middle SchoolGrades 6-81.4 mi
2/10

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 1935

Materials

  • Construction materials: Brick Over Foundation,Wood Siding

Type & Style

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

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Freezer,Gas Oven,Self Cleaning Oven,Refrigerator,Stainless Steel Appliance(s),Gas Water Heater
  • Laundry features: Electric Dryer Hookup,Washer Hookup,Main Level,Laundry Room,Yes

Basement

  • Area: 0

Basement

  • Basement: Crawl Space

Bathroom1

  • Level: First

Bedroom1

  • Level: First

Bedroom2

  • Level: First

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

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

Dining Room

  • Level: First

Features

  • None,High Ceilings,Crown Molding,Separate Shower,Tub/Shower Combo
  • Flooring: Carpet,Hardwood Under Carpet,Tile,Vinyl
  • Number of fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace features: Brick (FIREPL),Tile (FIREPL),Living Room,Gas,Wood Burning
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Attic: Pull Down Stairs,Yes
  • Finished area below ground: 0
  • Finished area above ground: 1,469

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Natural Gas
  • Cooling features: Window Unit(s)

Interior Area

  • Total interior livable area: 1,469 sqft

Kitchen

  • Features: Laminate Counters

Living Room

  • Level: First

Master Bedroom

  • Level: First

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 1300352002033.001
  • Special condition: As Is

Features

  • Levels: One
  • Stories: 1
  • Pool features: None
  • Patio & porch: Porch
  • Exterior features: Outdoor Grill
  • Has view: Yes
  • View description: City
  • Waterfront features: No

Lot

  • Lot size: 1.30 Acres

Parking

  • Parking features: Circular Driveway,Driveway,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

  • Tornado
    TornadoRelatively High
  • Cold Wave
    Cold WaveModerate
  • Heat Wave
    Heat WaveModerate
  • Lightning
    LightningModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Tornado
Cold Wave
Heat Wave
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 $905$10,860
Home Insurance *$388$4,656
Property Taxes $86$1,032
Electricity $240$2,881
Total$1,619$19,428
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$55,508/yr
40% on housing$48,570/yr
45% on housing$43,173/yr

Alabama FAIR Plan Programs

Alabama FAIR Plan

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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

$122This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 35217$43
Jefferson County$125

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 35217$71
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)

No zestimate history available

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-05-02Listed for sale$179,000
1978-12-01Sold$2,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentBobbie Cheatham
BrokerageB & B Realty Group

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