Price lowered from $275K. Just a few minutes to UAB schools, research buildings and hospitals. Wonderful historic register home with many period details! Built in 1905 by the DeBardeleben family who were among the founders of the Birmingham steel industry. We have the Title abstract back to the 1839 conveyance from President Martin Van Buren, a historic document in itself!

3 large BR, 2 full baths, one upstairs (very large with clawfoot tub) and one down (with stained glass window), large LR with bookcases for a ton of books, very large DR with tiled fireplace, a bonus room or office, very large and impressive entry foyer with lovely staircase. Kitchen updated for gourmet cooking with 3 ovens and stainless appliances, laundry room in nook on end. About 2500 sq ft. You must see the interior with mellow historic charm! Original woodwork, never painted, gorgeous medium pine finish, including crown molding, double pocket doors and transoms in working condition. Lovingly restored and preserved with appropriate updates. Hardwood floors, 10-12 foot ceilings, 2 fireplaces (we never used them, but it might be possible to put in gas logs) with tiger oak mantles (one in master bedroom). Huge built-in bookcases and original built-in china cabinet. Large closets with extra storage overhead and full floored attic. Gorgeous beveled and leaded glass windows. Interior storm windows. Fenced back yard, off-street parking, and trash pick-up in the back. 

This is a wonderful family home in a great friendly neigborhood of young professionals, artists, and writers, on a quiet street. Area has sidewalks - lots of walkers and runners. And you can walk to a neighborhood grocery just a block away, a full service drugstore about 8 blocks, restaurants such as Dreamland BBQ (4 blocks - just smell the ambiance!) and all kinds of others in the historic Five Points South entertainment area. Just 4-5 blocks to the UAB Library and the Alys Stephens Center where great entertainment is available in an intimate theater and concert hall. Walk 10-12 blocks to a city park with a Frisbee/Disc Golf course. Just a block from the city bus. Wonderful view of Red Mountain with the famous statue of Vulcan atop - and on the Fourth of July you have a fabulous view of the fireworks in an area where lots of folks come to watch!

Home values in this area were increasing steadily in value over the last 10 years and once this present slump is over, they will go up again. They are not making homes like these anymore and especially for those who want to live in the University community and close to a thriving urban scene. We would not have left this home if not for having our oldest daughter and family move in.

We have already moved and house is ready to move in! Will show anytime - just give us a call or email for available times. We are ready to look at offers!