Property Attributes
- MLS#21451605
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status Active
- CountyJEFFERSON
- CityHoover
- AreaBluff Park - Hoover - Riverchase
- NeighborhoodShades Crest
- Zip35226
- Style
- Year Built1935
- Price$ 599,900
- Bedrooms3
- Full Bathrooms2
- Half Bathrooms1
- Sqr Footage2568
- Lot Size1.27 Acres
Data Source:
Greater Alabama MLS (GALMLS)
Property Description
Rare opportunity in Bluff Park! Built in the late 1940s as the historic Shades Cliff Tea Room, this unique home offers breathtaking views you won’t find anywhere else in Birmingham. Situated on 3 lots totaling 1.29 acres, the property features 5 porches—perfect for enjoying the stunning surroundings. Inside, you’ll find beautiful hardwood floors and an updated kitchen, one on the main level and one on the second level, that blends modern convenience with timeless character. The property also includes a hidden cave with power, plus access to nearby hiking trails for outdoor enthusiasts. With its rich history, expansive setting, and one-of-a-kind features, this home offers incredible potential as a primary residence, income-producing property, or both. Truly a hidden gem! Come and see why YouMayLikeItHere!
| Elementary School | Middle School | High School |
|---|---|---|
| Bluff Park Elementary School | Ira F Middle School | Hoover High School |
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 5/1/2026 | Listed $625,000 |
| 6/30/2026 | 2$612,500 |
| 7/17/2026 | 3$599,900 |
General Features
| Heating | Central (HEAT),Dual Systems (HEAT) |
|---|---|
| Cooling | Central (COOL),Dual Systems (COOL) |
| Laundry Y/N | Yes |
| Development Status | Existing |
| Fireplaces | 2 |
| Garage | 2 |
| Water | Public Water |
| Status | Active |
| Full Baths | 2 |
| Half Baths | 1 |
| Bathrooms | 3 |
| Year Built | 1935 |
| Subdivision | SHADES CREST |
| Water Heater | Electric (WTRHTR) |
| View | Mountain View |
| County | Jefferson |
| Class | RESIDENTIAL |
| Type | Single Family |
| FIPS Code | 01073 |
| Levels | 1.5-Story |
| Status | Active |
| Tax District | HOOVER |
| Subdivision | AL |
| Sale/Rent | For Sale |
| ROOMS | 2nd Kitchen (ROOM),Bedroom (ROOM),Den/Family (ROOM),Full Bath (ROOM),Half Bath (ROOM),Kitchen (ROOM),Laundry (ROOM),Master Bath (ROOM),Master Bedroom (ROOM) |
| Area | Bluff Park,Hoover,Riverchase |
| Primary City | Hoover |
| Virtual Tour | https://www.propertypanorama.com/instaview/bham/21451605 |
| High School | HOOVER |
| City | HOOVER |
| Financing | Cash,Conventional |
| Elementary School | BLUFF PARK |
| Middle School | SIMMONS,IRA F |
| Legal Description | LOTS 2-A & 3-A HEWMAR CREST |
| DOM | 124 |
| Postal Code | 35226 |
| Price Per Sq Ft Total AG | 233.61 |
Interior Features
| Interior Amenities | French Doors |
|---|---|
| Beds | 3 |
| Floors | Carpet,Hardwood,Tile Floor |
| LAUNDRY LOCATION | Laundry (MLVL) |
| Attic | Other |
| KITCHEN EQUIPMENT | Dishwasher Built-In,Refrigerator,Some Stainless Appl,Stove-Electric |
| Fireplace Type | Woodburning |
| Room 1 | Den/Family |
| Room 10 | Half Bath |
| Room 11 | Laundry |
| Room 2 | Master Bath |
| Room 3 | Master Bedroom |
| Room 4 | Kitchen |
| Room 5 | 2nd Kitchen |
| Room 6 | Living |
| Room 7 | Bedroom |
| Room 8 | Bedroom |
| Room 9 | Full Bath |
Exterior Features
| Exterior | Siding-Vinyl |
|---|---|
| Foundation | Slab |
| Waterfront | No |
| Lot Size Area | 1.27 |
| Patio? | Yes |
| Exterior Features | Fenced Yard,Lighting System,Porch |
| Pool? | No |
| Patio | Open (PATIO) |
| Flood Plain (Y/N) | No |
| SEWER/SEPTIC | Septic |
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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