3521 Bethune Dr, Birmingham, AL, 35223
About This Home
Welcome to 3521 Bethune Drive—where timeless French Country charm meets space, comfort, and privacy. This beautifully designed home offers 5 spacious bedrooms, 4 full bathrooms, and an additional half bath, providing plenty of room for both everyday living and entertaining. As you arrive, you’ll notice the expansive front and backyard that gracefully surround the property, along with a generous driveway. In addition to the 2-car garage—complete with ample storage—the rear driveway can accommodate up to 3–4 additional vehicles. Inside, thoughtfully placed windows fill the home with natural light, creating bright and inviting spaces throughout—from the living room and den to the kitchen, study, and each bedroom. Mature trees and lush landscaping envelop the home, offering a peaceful sense of privacy and connection to nature. Don’t miss your opportunity to experience this exceptional property—schedule your showing today!
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
No Nearby Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1968
Materials
- Foundation: Basement
- Construction materials: Brick,Brick Over Foundation,Block,Shingle Siding
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Trash Compactor,Convection Oven,Gas Cooktop,Dishwasher,Disposal,Freezer,Electric Oven,Double Oven,Plumbed for Gas in Kit,Refrigerator,Stove-Gas,Gas Water Heater,2+ Water Heaters,Electric Water Heater
- Laundry features: Electric Dryer Hookup,Washer Hookup,Main Level,Laundry Room,Laundry (ROOM),Yes
Basement
- Area: 1400
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Full,Partially Finished,Daylight,Block
Bathroom1
- Level: First
Bathroom3
- Level: First
Bedroom1
- Level: First
Bedroom2
- Level: First
Bedroom3
- Level: First
Bedroom4
- Level: First
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Family Room
- Level: First
Features
- Central Vacuum,Split Bedroom,Workshop (INT),Smooth Ceilings,Linen Closet,Double Vanity,Shared Bath,Sitting Area in Master,Split Bedrooms,Tub/Shower Combo,Walk-In Closet(s),Dressing Room
- Door features: Storm Door(s)
- Window features: Bay Window(s),Window Treatments,Double Pane Windows
- Flooring: Carpet,Hardwood,Marble,Vinyl
- Number of fireplaces: 3
- Fireplace features: Brick (FIREPL),Gas Starter,Den,Family Room,Living Room,Wood Burning
- Fireplace: Yes
- Attic: Walk-up,Yes
- Finished area below ground: 1,400
- Finished area above ground: 6,397
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: 3+ Systems (HEAT),Central,Natural Gas,Furnace-90% Eff
- Cooling features: 3+ Systems (COOL),Central Air,Electric,Heat Pump,Ceiling Fan(s)
Interior Area
- Total interior livable area: 7,797 sqft
Kitchen
- Features: Breakfast Bar,Eat-in Kitchen,Kitchen Island,Pantry,Butlers Pantry
- Level: First
Master Bathroom
- Level: First
Master Bedroom
- Level: First
Office
- Level: First
Property
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Stair Lift
Details
- Parcel number: 2800023012001.000
- Special condition: As Is
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1
- Pool features: None
- Patio & porch: Open (PATIO),Patio,Porch,Open (DECK),Deck
- Exterior features: Sprinkler System
- Has view: Yes
- View description: None
- Waterfront features: No
Lot
- Lot size: 1.15 Acres
- Features: Acreage,Corner Lot,Few Trees,Subdivision
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached,Driveway,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
- Lightning
- Tornado
- Cold Wave
- Heat Wave
- Inland Flooding
- Strong Wind
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 | $8,090 | $97,080 |
| Home Insurance * | $692 | $8,304 |
| Property Taxes | $773 | $9,276 |
| Electricity | $872 | $10,469 |
| Total | $10,427 | $125,124 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-07 | Contingent | $1,600,000 |
| 2026-04-17 | Listed for sale | $1,600,000 |
| 2025-10-23 | Sold | $95,180 |
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