2525 Bow String Dr, Birmingham, AL 35214
SOLD
NOV 23, 2025

2525 Bow String Dr
Birmingham, AL 35214

  • 4 Beds
  • 3.5 Baths
  • 1,360 sqft (on 0.45 acres)

$232,000

Last Sold: Nov 23, 2025
6% below list $248K
$171/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $1,337/mo*

$232,000

Last Sold: Nov 23, 2025
6% below list $248K
$171/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $1,337/mo*
4 Beds
3.5 Baths
1,360 sqft
(on 0.45 acres)

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Description

Spacious rancher featuring LR/DR, Den with bookcases, Kitchen w/ all appliances, new tile counter tops and back splash, 3 BRS, 2 Baths, open deck, plus ideal area as a MAN CAVE for the family to enjoy or use as a separate in-law suite or apartment w/ BR, Bath, Den-FP, kitchenette w/ appliances. Detached 2 car garage with .5 bath, fenced yard, open deck to enjoy spacious backyard. Home is located in convenient area near shopping, schools and churches with easy highway access. Generac generator remains. Sewer connected. See this beauty today to call your "Home Sweet Home". Agents to verify any items of interest. Great location and floor plan for your family.
This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Trulia. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources. This description is from November 25, 2025

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
Deck
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$171/sqft
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 2525 Bow String Dr

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Crawl SpaceNumber of Rooms: 11Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 1, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Master Bathroom, Bathroom 1, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Basement
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms (full): 3Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1360 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Sewer ConnectedAppliances: Electric Cooktop, Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Refrigerator, Electric Water HeaterDishwasherLaundry: Electric Dryer Hookup,Washer Hookup,Main Level,Laundry Room,Laundry (ROOM),YesRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Central,Forced Air,Gas Jets,PropaneHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central Air,Electric,Heat Pump,Piggyback Sys (COOL)Has HeatingHeating Fuel: Central
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: Brick (FIREPL), Family Room, Wood BurningHas a Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Door: French DoorsFlooring: Carpet, Tile, Vinyl
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Levels: OneFloors: Carpet, Tile, Vinyl
View
No ViewView: None

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Patio / Porch: Open (DECK), DeckFencing: FencedOther Structures: Guest House
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2No CarportHas a GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Detached,Garage Faces Rear
Pool
Pool: None
Frontage
Waterfront: NoNot on Waterfront
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 1360 Square Feet

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1973
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence
Building
Building Name: SpectrumConstruction Materials: 3 Sides Brick, Brick Over Foundation, HardiPlank Type
Property Information
Parcel Number: 2100013009002.000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $247,500Price Per Sqft: $171/sqftPrice Range: $232,000 - $247,500

Active Status

MLS Status: Sold

Location

Direction & Address
City: BIRMINGHAMCommunity: Merrywood Estates
School Information
Elementary School: MinorJr High / Middle School: BottenfieldHigh School: Minor

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.45 acres

Listing Info

Special Conditions: As Is

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: 21424528Attic: Other, YesAbove Grade Unfinished Area: 1360
Last check for updates: about 2 hours ago
Listed by Jill Dunn, (205) 936-1614
RealtySouth-Homewood
Bought with: Tina Tyus, (205) 862-7511, Town Square Realty
Source: GALMLS, MLS#21424528

Price History for 2525 Bow String Dr

DatePriceEventSource
11/23/2025$232,000Sold
GALMLS #21424528
11/01/2025$247,500PendingGALMLS #21424528
07/10/2025$247,500Listed For SaleGALMLS #21424528
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax
Assessment$159,700
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 2525 Bow String Dr

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
0.09
Single-Family Home
$257,000
11/19/25
4
3
2,058
0.09
Single-Family Home
$234,900
12/23/25
5
3
2,322
0.13
Single-Family Home
$250,000
06/04/25
3
2
2,205
0.52
Single-Family Home
$156,000
12/03/25
4
2.5
1,449
0.36
Single-Family Home
$229,000
08/08/25
3
2.5
1,912
0.68
Single-Family Home
$295,000
11/05/25
5
3
2,643

Assigned Schools

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What Locals Say about Forestdale

At least 38 Trulia users voted on each feature.
  • 93 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 88 % Say car is needed

  • 79 % Say parking is easy

  • 68 % Say it's quiet

  • 63 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 58 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 58 % Say there's wildlife

  • 53 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 51 % Say kids play outside

  • 50 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 50 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 49 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 29 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 23 % Say there are community events

  • 19 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 11 % Say there are sidewalks

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  • Angela Vaughn
    "Very good schools in the area. It’s quite not much noise. People friendly. Houses not so close together."
  • Amziphone
    "There are no sidewalks to walk dogs safely plus there are occasionally stray dogs or dogs who’ve escaped house/fences. I do not walk my dogs in this area. "
  • Amziphone
    "Occasionally there are stray dogs. Some dogs enclosed in fences will often charge, and threaten to jump the fence. I chose not to walk my dogs in this neighborhood. "
  • Jacquelyn H.
    "NICE AREA SOME NEIGHBORS CAN BE LOUD BUT OTHERWISE ITS GOOD. CURRENTLY IN AN APARTMENT BUT DEFINITELY LOOKING FOR A HOME. ACTIVELY SEARCHING FOR SOMEWHERE CLOSE IN PROXIMITY TO WHERE WE ARE NOW. THERE ARE A FEW GOOD FASTFOOD RESTAURANTS TO EAT AT AS WELL I WOULD DEFINITELY RECOMMEND THIS AREA TO LIVE. FORESTDALE IS CLOSE TO EXPRESSWAY AND DOWNTOWN "
  • Trulia User
    "not sure i think the area is safe for kids...never known of any issues or problems just a family environment "
  • Wendy C. L.
    "This used to be a nice neighborhood but drugs and crime are taking over quickly. Don't waste your time coming to Forestdale. Schools in the area are just as bad."
  • Phyllis J.
    "We have Senior events for the community. We have game night on Monday night. Bible Study on Tuesday. "
  • Phyllis J.
    "Like to see dog owners pick up doggie poop. Barking dogs at night. Aggressive behavior from dogs. Would love to have a puppy play area "
  • Eagle051
    "I have lived here for 32 years and love the easy access to everwhere... Nice neighborhood with respectful neighbors... "
  • Amy_n_maple
    "We don’t have neighborhood events, but it is a good place to live and very convenient to downtown and highways. "

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2525 Bow String Dr, Birmingham, AL 35214 is a 4 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 1,360 sqft single-family home built in 1973. This property is not currently available for sale. 2525 Bow String Dr was last sold on Nov 23, 2025 for $232,000 (6% lower than the asking price of $247,500). The current Trulia Estimate for 2525 Bow String Dr is $236,300.