Address
778 81st Street S, Birmingham, AL
Price
$ 165,000
Property Attributes
- MLS#21461360
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status Active
- CountyJEFFERSON
- CityBirmingham
- AreaEastLake - Woodlawn
- NeighborhoodEast Lake South Highlands
- Zip35206
- Style
- Year Built1950
- Price$ 165,000
- Bedrooms3
- Full Bathrooms1
- Half Bathrooms0
- Sqr Footage1092
- Lot Size0.15 Acres
Data Source:
Greater Alabama MLS (GALMLS)
Property Description
PRICE ADJUSTMENT!! Schedule your Showing!! Move-in ready and full of charm, this beautifully updated East Lake home offers flexibility as a primary residence, long-term rental, or turnkey Airbnb. Just minutes from Ruffner Mountain and convenient to downtown Birmingham, UAB, and major employers, the home features refinished hardwood floors, an updated kitchen with white shaker cabinetry, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and an updated bathroom. The spacious living room flows into a separate dining room, creating an inviting layout for everyday living and entertaining. Three generous bedrooms provide comfortable accommodations, while the large backyard and patio offer plenty of space to relax, entertain, or let pets play. Major updates include a new HVAC system (2025), new rear steps(2023), roof(2022), updated electrical, and modern finishes throughout. Whether you're searching for your next home or a proven income-producing property, this one checks all the boxes.
| Elementary School | Middle School | High School |
|---|---|---|
| Barrett Elementary School | Ossie Ware Mitchell Middle School | Woodlawn High School |
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 8/6/2026 | Listed $175,000 |
| 9/8/2026 | 6$165,000 |
General Features
| Heating | Central (HEAT),Electric (HEAT) |
|---|---|
| Cooling | Central (COOL) |
| Laundry Y/N | Yes |
| Development Status | Existing |
| Water | Public Water |
| Status | Active |
| Full Baths | 1 |
| Bathrooms | 1 |
| Year Built | 1950 |
| Subdivision | EAST LAKE SOUTH HIGHLANDS |
| Water Heater | Electric (WTRHTR) |
| Topography | Interior Lot,Some Trees,Subdivision |
| County | Jefferson |
| Class | RESIDENTIAL |
| Type | Single Family |
| FIPS Code | 01073 |
| Features | Sidewalks,Street Lights |
| Levels | 1-Story |
| Status | Active |
| Tax District | BIRMINGHAM |
| Subdivision | AL |
| Sale/Rent | For Sale |
| ROOMS | Bedroom (ROOM),Full Bath (ROOM),Kitchen (ROOM),Laundry (ROOM) |
| Area | EastLake,Woodlawn |
| Primary City | Birmingham |
| Virtual Tour | https://www.propertypanorama.com/instaview/bham/21461360 |
| High School | WOODLAWN |
| City | BIRMINGHAM |
| Financing | Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA |
| Elementary School | BARRETT |
| Middle School | OSSIE WARE MITCHELL |
| Legal Description | LOT 25 BLK 36 SOUTH HIGHLANDS OF EAST LAKE |
| DOM | 40 |
| Postal Code | 35206 |
| Price Per Sq Ft Total AG | 151.1 |
Interior Features
| Interior Amenities | Security System |
|---|---|
| Beds | 3 |
| Floors | Hardwood,Hardwood Laminate |
| LAUNDRY LOCATION | Laundry (MLVL) |
| Attic | Other |
| KITCHEN EQUIPMENT | Dishwasher Built-In,Microwave Built-In,Oven-Electric,Refrigerator,Stove-Electric |
| Room 1 | Living |
| Room 2 | Bedroom |
| Room 3 | Bedroom |
| Room 4 | Bedroom |
| Room 5 | Full Bath |
| Room 6 | Kitchen |
| Room 8 | Laundry |
Exterior Features
| Exterior | Shingle |
|---|---|
| Foundation | Crawl Space |
| Waterfront | No |
| Lot Size Area | 0.15 |
| Patio? | Yes |
| Exterior Features | Fenced Yard,Porch |
| Pool? | No |
| Patio | Open (PATIO) |
| Flood Plain (Y/N) | No |
| SEWER/SEPTIC | Connected |
| Parcel Access | Alley,Curb and Gutters,Public Road |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
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