Listing
$165,000
778 81••••• St S (Sign up for 50 free credits to unlock)Birmingham, AL 35206
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.
Property Facts & Features
- Property Type
- Single Family
- Status
- For Sale
- Listed
- Aug 5, 2026
- Price per Sq Ft
- $151/sqft
- ZIP Code
- 35206
- Full Baths
- 1
- Stories
- 1
- Parking
- Off Street Parking, On Street Parking
- Heating
- Central (HEAT), Electric (HEAT)
- Cooling
- Central (COOL)
- Construction
- Shingle
- Property Tax (2025)
- $1,381/yr
- Assessed Value
- $19,060
- Last Sold
- $155,000 · Sep 26, 2022
- Neighborhood
- South Highlands of East Lake Historic District
- County
- Jefferson
- School District
- Birmingham City School District
Estimated Value
Automated estimate. Not an appraisal.
Features & Amenities
Bedrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
Land Info
- Lot Description: Interior Lot, Some Trees, Subdivision
- Lot Size Acres: 0.15
- Lot Size Square Feet: 6534
Utilities
- Sewer: Connected
- Water Source: Public Water
Appliances
- Dishwasher Built-In
- Microwave Built-In
- Oven-Electric
- Refrigerator
- Stove-Electric
- Laundry Features: Washer Hookup, Laundry (MLVL), Closet, Dryer-Electric
Other Rooms
- Bedroom (LVL 1)
- Full Bath (LVL 1)
- Kitchen (LVL 1)
- Laundry (LVL 1)
- Living (LVL 1)
Home Features
- Green Energy Generation: Ceiling Fans
Interior Features
- Security System
- Interior Amenities: Shared Bath,Tub/Shower Combo
- Ceilings: Smooth Ceilings
- Flooring: Hardwood, Hardwood Laminate
Garage and Parking
- Parking Features: Off Street Parking, On Street Parking
Kitchen and Dining
- Kitchen Countertops: Stone (KIT)
School Information
- Elementary School: BARRETT
- High School: WOODLAWN
- Middle School: OSSIE WARE MITCHELL
Heating and Cooling
- Cooling Features: Central (COOL)
- Heating Features: Central (HEAT), Electric (HEAT)
- Heating: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 0
- Water Heaters: Electric (WTRHTR)
Other Property Info
- Source Listing Status: Pending
- County: Jefferson
- Directions: From Oporto- Take Rugby to 81st St S, Right , Home on Right. From 1st Ave N Turn on 80th St S, Left on Rugby, Right on 81st St S. Home on Right.
- Area: EastLake, Woodlawn
- Source Neighborhood: EAST LAKE SOUTH HIGHLANDS
- Parcel Number: 23-00-14-1-003-002.000
- Subdivision: EAST LAKE SOUTH HIGHLANDS
- Property Subtype: Single Family
Building and Construction
- Total Square Feet Living: 1092
- Year Built: 1950
- Construction Materials: Shingle
- Foundation Details: Crawl Space
- Levels: 1-Story
- Living Area Source: Per Tax Report
- Property Age: 76
- Levels or Stories: 1-Story
- Total Area Main: 1092
- Total Area Upper: 0
- Year Built Details: Existing
Exterior and Lot Features
- Fenced Yard
- Porch
- Patio And Porch Features: Open (PATIO)
- Patio: Yes
- Porch: Yes
Amenities and Community Features
- Community Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights
Price & Event History
| Date | Event | Price | $/Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 7, 2026 | Price Changed | $165,000 | $151 |
| Aug 5, 2026 | Listed | $175,000 | $160 |
| Sep 22, 2022 | Sold | $155,000 | $142 |
| Jul 31, 2022 | Price Changed | $159,900 | $146 |
| Jul 26, 2022 | Price Changed | $165,900 | $152 |
| Jul 17, 2022 | Price Changed | $169,900 | $156 |
| Jul 11, 2022 | Price Changed | $175,900 | $161 |
| Jun 26, 2022 | Listed | $179,900 | $165 |
| May 5, 2022 | Sold | $87,000 | $80 |
| Dec 8, 2019 | Sold | $55,000 | $50 |
| Jul 31, 2019 | Listing removed | - | - |
| Jul 18, 2019 | Listed for rent | $750 | - |
| Jan 14, 2018 | Listing removed | $650 | - |
| Dec 12, 2017 | Listed for rent | $650 | - |
| Oct 25, 2017 | Listing removed | $775 | - |
| Jun 28, 2017 | Listed for rent | $775 | - |
| Oct 8, 2015 | Sold | $55,175 | $51 |
| Aug 30, 2015 | Sold | $54,900 | - |
| Jun 10, 2015 | Price Changed | $54,900 | - |
| Jan 6, 2015 | Relisted | $59,900 | - |
| Dec 22, 2014 | Listing removed | $59,900 | - |
| Jun 17, 2014 | Listed | $59,900 | - |
| May 18, 2014 | Sold | $24,000 | - |
| May 2, 2014 | Listed | $29,000 | - |
| Feb 19, 2014 | Listing removed | $700 | $1 |
| Feb 12, 2014 | Listed for rent | $700 | $1 |
| Jul 11, 2012 | Sold | $49,900 | $46 |
| Jan 30, 2012 | Sold | $12,000 | - |
| Dec 14, 2011 | Listed | $9,500 | - |
| Mar 27, 2008 | Sold | $58,750 | $54 |
| May 5, 2004 | Sold | $33,000 | - |
| Apr 5, 2004 | Listed | $44,900 | - |
| Dec 11, 2003 | Listing removed | $44,900 | - |
| Sep 14, 2003 | Listed | $44,900 | - |
| Mar 15, 2003 | Listing removed | $54,900 | - |
| Jun 10, 2002 | Listed | $54,900 | - |
| Jun 25, 1996 | Sold | $46,900 | $43 |
| Apr 14, 1991 | Sold | $35,500 | $33 |
Location
Lat 33.56169 · Lng -86.71218