4500 Old Brook Trl, Birmingham, AL, 35243
About This Home
Location! Location! Location! Nestled in the heart of town, but removed from all of the busyness, this beautiful 2.5 acre Vestavia estate offers privacy and convenience on one of the most desirable streets in the Birmingham area. The 5 bedroom 5 1/2 bath home is mid renovation, giving you the perfect opportunity to finish the house to your personal preferences, or start over and build the home of your dreams. Priced below other homes in the area, you have plenty of room to make this home your own. The large size of the property even offers the possibility to build 2 homes on over an acre each. This gorgeous location can not be beat! Gently rolling green hills and a beautiful view on 2.5 acres less than 10 minutes from the Summit and Grandview and a very short drive downtown. Don't miss the chance to make this stunning space your new personal retreat. If you have been dreaming of peace and tranquility in the heart of town, this is the home for you.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Minimal Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1975
Materials
- Foundation: Basement
- Construction materials: Block,Wood Siding
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Gas Cooktop,Gas Oven,Double Oven,Gas Water Heater,2+ Water Heaters
- Laundry features: Gas Dryer Hookup,Sink,Washer Hookup,Main Level,Laundry Room,Laundry (ROOM),Yes
Basement
- Area: 2588
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Full,Partially Finished,Daylight,Bath/Stubbed,Block
Bathroom1
- Level: First
Bathroom3
- Level: Basement
Bedroom1
- Level: First
Bedroom2
- Level: Basement
Bedroom3
- Level: Basement
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 6
- Full bathrooms: 5
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Dining Room
- Level: First
Features
- Multiple Staircases,Recessed Lighting,Cathedral/Vaulted,High Ceilings,Crown Molding,Smooth Ceilings,Linen Closet,Separate Shower,Double Vanity,Shared Bath,Sitting Area in Master,Tub/Shower Combo,Walk-In Closet(s)
- Door features: French Doors
- Window features: Double Pane Windows
- Flooring: Brick,Hardwood,Tile,Subflooring
- Number of fireplaces: 3
- Fireplace features: Gas Starter,Great Room,Hearth/Keeping (FIREPL),Living Room,Wood Burning
- Fireplace: Yes
- Attic: Other,Yes
- Finished area below ground: 1,650
- Finished area above ground: 2,337
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: 3+ Systems (HEAT),Central,Natural Gas
- Cooling features: 3+ Systems (COOL),Central Air,Ceiling Fan(s)
Interior Area
- Total interior livable area: 3,987 sqft
Kitchen
- Features: Laminate Counters,Eat-in Kitchen,Kitchen Island
- Level: First
Living Room
- Level: First
Master Bathroom
- Level: First
Master Bedroom
- Level: First
Office
- Level: First
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 2800281000002.000
- Special condition: As Is
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1
- Pool features: None
- Patio & porch: Open (PATIO),Patio,Open (DECK),Deck
- Fencing: Fenced
- Has view: Yes
- View description: None
- Waterfront features: No
- Horses can be raised: Yes
Lot
- Lot size: 2.50 Acres
- Features: Acreage,Horses Permitted,Few Trees
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Circular Driveway,Driveway,Parking (MLVL),Garage Faces Side
- 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
- Inland Flooding
- Lightning
- Tornado
- Cold Wave
- Heat Wave
- 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 | $7,074 | $84,888 |
| Home Insurance * | $643 | $7,716 |
| Property Taxes | $676 | $8,112 |
| Electricity | $446 | $5,353 |
| Total | $8,839 | $106,068 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-07 | Listed for sale | $1,599,000 |
| 1998-04-17 | Sold | $371,500 |
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