4837 Clairmont Ave S, Birmingham, AL, 35222
About This Home
Perched in the heart of sought-after Forest Park, this beautiful 5BR/4BA home blends timeless charm with spacious everyday living. Filled with natural light and hardwood floors throughout, the home offers a warm and inviting atmosphere from the moment you arrive. Enjoy peaceful views from the front porch or entertain with ease on the fabulous patio space. The updated kitchen opens to comfortable living areas designed for gathering with family and friends, while the spacious bedrooms provide room for everyone to spread out and relax. The finished basement offers incredible flexibility with a private bedroom and full bath, fireplace, and two large living spaces perfect for a guest suite, media room, playroom, or home office. The covered carport is conveniently locate next to the kitchen entrance making it easy to unload groceries or school supplies. Located in one of Birmingham’s most beloved neighborhoods, this home offers the perfect combination of character, space, and lifestyle.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Minimal Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1966
Materials
- Foundation: Basement
- Construction materials: Brick
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dishwasher,Microwave,Self Cleaning Oven,Stainless Steel Appliance(s),Stove-Gas,Gas Water Heater
- Laundry features: Electric Dryer Hookup,Sink,Washer Hookup,In Basement,Laundry Room,Yes
Basement
- Area: 1894
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Full,Finished,Block,Daylight
Bathroom1
- Level: First
Bathroom3
- Level: Basement
Bedroom1
- Level: First
Bedroom2
- Level: Second
Bedroom3
- Level: Second
Bedroom4
- Level: Basement
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 4
Dining Room
- Level: First
Family Room
- Level: First
Features
- None,High Ceilings,Smooth Ceilings,Separate Shower,Shared Bath,Tub/Shower Combo
- Window features: Double Pane Windows
- Flooring: Hardwood,Tile
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Brick (FIREPL),Den,Recreation Room,Wood Burning
- Fireplace: Yes
- Attic: Walk-In,Yes
- Finished area below ground: 1,774
- Finished area above ground: 2,539
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Central,Dual Systems (HEAT)
- Cooling features: Central Air,Dual,Ceiling Fan(s)
Interior Area
- Total interior livable area: 4,313 sqft
Kitchen
- Features: Stone Counters,Breakfast Bar,Kitchen Island
- Level: First
Living Room
- Level: First
Master Bathroom
- Level: First
Master Bedroom
- Level: First
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 2300332001007.000
- Special condition: N/A
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1
- Pool features: None
- Patio & porch: Porch
- Fencing: Fenced
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City
- Waterfront features: No
Lot
- Lot size: 0.45 Acres
- Features: Interior Lot,Few Trees
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Driveway,Off Street
- Covered spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
- Carport: Yes
- Carport spaces: 2
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
- Earthquake
- Heat Wave
- Lightning
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 | $3,281 | $39,372 |
| Home Insurance * | $326 | $3,912 |
| Property Taxes | $313 | $3,756 |
| Electricity | $482 | $5,791 |
| Total | $4,402 | $52,824 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-07 | Price change | $625,000 |
| 2026-06-14 | Price change | $649,000 |
| 2026-06-05 | Listed for sale | $675,000 |
| 2020-02-28 | Sold | $400,000 |
| 2020-01-22 | Pending sale | $399,900 |
| 2020-01-08 | Listed for sale | $399,900 |
| 2019-12-24 | Pending sale | $399,900 |
| 2019-08-11 | Price change | $399,900 |
| 2019-07-31 | Listed for sale | $425,000 |
| 2011-08-26 | Sold | $120,000 |
| 2011-06-30 | Price change | $134,000 |
| 2011-06-01 | Listed for sale | $149,000 |
| 2004-01-05 | Sold | $260,300 |
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