Property Attributes
- MLS#21454582
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status Active
- CountyJEFFERSON
- CityBirmingham
- AreaEnsley - Fairfield - Midfield - Wes
- NeighborhoodEast Thomas
- Zip35204
- Style
- Year Built1948
- Price$ 70,000
- Bedrooms3
- Full Bathrooms1
- Half Bathrooms0
- Sqr Footage1178
- Lot Size0.19 Acres
Data Source:
Greater Alabama MLS (GALMLS)
Property Description
Investor Special! *PRICE IMPROVEMENT* 229 16th Avenue W, Birmingham, AL—a value-packed opportunity for investors, landlords, or buyers looking for an affordable home with upside. This 3-bedroom, 1-bath property offers approximately 1,178 square feet of living space on a generously sized lot, providing room for future improvements and increased value. Conveniently located with easy access to downtown Birmingham, major highways, schools, shopping, and employment centers, this property is well-positioned for both rental demand and long-term appreciation. Whether you're looking to expand your investment portfolio, renovate and resell, or create a cash-flowing rental, this home presents an excellent opportunity to build equity at an attainable price point. With strong rental potential and a location in an established neighborhood, savvy buyers will recognize the possibilities this property offers. Opportunities at this price point are hard to find schedule your showing today!
| Elementary School | Middle School | High School |
|---|---|---|
| Tuggle Elementary School | Wilkerson Middle School | Parker High School |
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 5/30/2026 | Listed $83,000 |
| 6/23/2026 | 16$70,000 |
General Features
| Heating | Central (HEAT) |
|---|---|
| Cooling | Central (COOL) |
| Laundry Y/N | Yes |
| Development Status | Existing |
| Fireplaces | 1 |
| Water | Public Water |
| Status | Active |
| Full Baths | 1 |
| Bathrooms | 1 |
| Year Built | 1948 |
| Subdivision | EAST THOMAS |
| Water Heater | Electric (WTRHTR) |
| County | Jefferson |
| Class | RESIDENTIAL |
| Type | Single Family |
| FIPS Code | 01073 |
| Levels | 1-Story |
| Status | Active |
| Tax District | BIRMINGHAM |
| Subdivision | AL |
| Sale/Rent | For Sale |
| ROOMS | Bedroom (ROOM),Kitchen (ROOM) |
| Area | Ensley,Fairfield,Midfield,Wes |
| Primary City | Birmingham |
| Virtual Tour | https://www.propertypanorama.com/instaview/bham/21454582 |
| High School | PARKER |
| City | BIRMINGHAM |
| Financing | Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA |
| Elementary School | TUGGLE |
| Middle School | WILKERSON |
| Legal Description | LOT 17 BLK 5 RESUB BLKS 1 2 3 4 5 & 6 ST MARKS VILLAGE SEC 27 TWSP 17S R3W |
| DOM | 101 |
| Postal Code | 35204 |
| Price Per Sq Ft Total AG | 59.42 |
Interior Features
| Interior Amenities | None |
|---|---|
| Beds | 3 |
| Floors | Hardwood |
| LAUNDRY LOCATION | Laundry (MLVL) |
| KITCHEN EQUIPMENT | None |
| Fireplace Type | Woodburning |
| Room 1 | Bedroom |
| Room 2 | Bedroom |
| Room 3 | Bedroom |
| Room 4 | Living |
| Room 5 | Kitchen |
Exterior Features
| Exterior | Siding-Other |
|---|---|
| Foundation | Slab |
| Waterfront | No |
| Lot Size Area | 0.19 |
| Patio? | No |
| Exterior Features | None |
| Pool? | No |
| Flood Plain (Y/N) | Yes |
| SEWER/SEPTIC | Connected |
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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