579 Forest Dr, Birmingham, AL 35209
OFF MARKET

579 Forest Dr
Birmingham, AL 35209

  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths

$498,600

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 23, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $2,862/mo*
Refinance Your Home

$498,600

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 23, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $2,862/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
2 Baths

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$499K
Since last month
Decreased$45K (-8.2%)
Since last year
Increased$93K (+23%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +274% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$498K
July 2026$543K
June 2026$497K
May 2026$538K
April 2026$511K
March 2026$487K
February 2026$574K
January 2026$452K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
326 Lathrop Ave, Homewood, AL
0.06
Single-Family Home
$615,000
08/28/25
3
2
1,421
613 Oxmoor Rd, Homewood, AL
0.11
Single-Family Home
$550,000
08/04/26
3
2
1,689
409 Berry Ave, Homewood, AL
0.12
Single-Family Home
$655,000
05/15/26
3
2
1,514
417 Berry Ave, Homewood, AL
0.13
Single-Family Home
$660,000
10/24/25
3
2
1,792
628 Forrest Dr, Homewood, AL
0.14
Single-Family Home
$649,800
06/26/26
3
2
1,863
411 Edgeland Pl, Homewood, AL
0.17
Single-Family Home
$605,000
11/10/25
3
2
1,712
809 Wingate Cir, Homewood, AL
0.17
Single-Family Home
$915,000
07/16/26
3
2
1,906
408 Sterrett Ave, Homewood, AL
0.19
Single-Family Home
$600,000
01/19/26
3
2
1,402
108 Havenwood Ct, Homewood, AL
0.19
Single-Family Home
$450,000
01/20/26
3
2.5
1,700
425 Edgeland Pl, Homewood, AL
0.20
Single-Family Home
$595,000
05/28/26
3
2
1,597

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
612 Forrest Dr, Homewood, AL 35209
0.04
$1,594,200
4
3.5
3,351
Off Market
610 Forest Dr, Birmingham, AL 35209
0.03
$606,500
2
2
1,393
Off Market
555 Oxmoor Rd, Homewood, AL 35209
0.06
$1,075,900
4
3.5
2,886
Off Market
117 Morris Blvd, Homewood, AL 35209
0.10
$584,900
3
2
1,702
Off Market
326 Lathrop Ave, Homewood, AL 35209
0.06
$627,700
3
2
1,421
Off Market
613 Oxmoor Rd, Homewood, AL 35209
0.11
$550,000
3
2
1,689
Recently Sold
535 Oxmoor Rd, Homewood, AL 35209
0.08
$415,000
2
1
1,023
Recently Sold
305 Morris Blvd, Homewood, AL 35209
0.10
$1,921,200
5
4.5
4,174
Off Market
401 Morris Blvd, Homewood, AL 35209
0.11
$743,100
3
2
1,612
Off Market
100 Morris Blvd, Homewood, AL 35209
0.13
$660,800
3
2
1,460
Off Market
531 Oxmoor Rd, Homewood, AL 35209
0.10
$1,076,800
4
3.5
2,760
Off Market
406 Hambaugh Ave, Homewood, AL 35209
0.10
$636,400
2
2
1,316
Off Market

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1970

About this House

Interior Features Dishwasher Built In, Disposer, Electric Oven, Carpet, Tile Floor, Laundry ClosetExterior Features DeckOpen, Fenced, Storage BuildingListed by: This listing is brokered byREALTYSOUTH-MB-CAHABA RDOffice: (205)870-5420
579 Forest Dr, Birmingham, AL 35209 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom single-family home built in 1970. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $498,600, with a rent estimate of $3,146/month.

Home Details for 579 Forest Dr

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1970
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
May 6, 2009
Source: Agent Provided
ListingRemoved
$229,000
Mar 29, 2009
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$229,000

Market trends in Homewood

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$609K
$37.17KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.3%
0.7%MoM
Price per sq ft
$330
$10MoM
Available listings
77
3MoM

Around this home

What Locals Say about Homewood

At least 179 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 87 % Say car is needed

  • 87 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 83 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 78 % Say kids play outside

  • 77 % Say parking is easy

  • 77 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 70 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 65 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 64 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 63 % Say it's quiet

  • 62 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 60 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 55 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 49 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 44 % Say there are community events

  • 34 % Say there's wildlife

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  • Heather Fann
    "Walkable restaurants, park/rec center, pharmacy & shopping. Local churches host various events including a farmer’s market."
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  • Kineshia Adamson
    "We Love Homewood Day is a community event used to raise money for the schools. There are also lots of events in the neighborhood parks."
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  • Trulia User
    "not great but cheap. if you want an area to raise a family you should probably live somewhere else. if you're a young single trying to save money here is fine. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Your dog can poop anywhere and you don't have to pick it up because no one else does either. There's dog poop everywhere you can see. "
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  • Trulia User
    "My neighborhood is very dog friendly , there’s nothing not to like most dog owners pick up the poop after their dogs so no one has to step in it"
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  • Paige B.
    "I work from home so don't commute, but going anywhere from Homewood is super easy. Would be nice if neighborhoods were better connected by sidewalks. "
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  • Felita E.
    "I’ve lived in Homewood since 2006 and have raised 3 children here. I love the community & the schools. Wonderful safe place to live!"
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  • Joniparker81
    "Very kid friendly walking distance to pool and school. The neighbors are always willing to help. Yesssssssssssssssz"
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  • Ben V.
    "There are mostly positive interactions between people walking their dogs and other people. There are a lot of “no poop” dog signs in peoples yards. Just watch out for those even if you plan to pick up your dog’s mess. "
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  • Lbh0012
    "I literally cannot think of anything a dog owner would not like. It is great. Tons of parks. Plenty of sidewalks and most people clean up their dogs poop."
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  • Lbh0012
    "There are a lot of sidewalks in Homewood and west Homewood as well as some of the most beautiful parks in Birmingham."
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  • Paryss
    "The school system is good. The apartments are pricey. Parking is limited in many areas. Overall this is a safe area to reside in. "
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  • Paryss
    "It’s busy on the main roads in the morning and after 5pm. There are no bus systems for Homewood city schools, so it’s the busiest at the beginning and end of school."
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  • Mary L.
    "Wonderful schools and churches. Holiday parades, Homewood witches ride, neighborhood coordinated Christmas tree lights"
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  • Tamalexhood
    "I feel safe in my neighborhood. Do far everyone I met is nice and neighborly. We have the best school system there is."
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  • Pamelabrensongoree
    "City perks with small time feel. Great place to live for families with school age kids. In fact i I think the school stream ranks somewhere in top 5 of Schools in Alabama. "
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  • Marcelleciampa
    "It is a dog friendly community! Dog owners seem to be conscientious about keeping their dogs on leashes and picking up after them."
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  • Pamelabrensongoree
    "Ok in city hectic if you live more than 30 minutes out. I live here and work here now so the commute is easy. I be live outside of city limits as well and routinely a 1hour commute could turn into 2 . Constant accidents but if you leave early it’s manageable,"
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  • Melissa E.
    "Sidewalks! Lots of people out walking, exercising, riding bikes. Lots to do. Newly renovated schools. "
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  • Alison M.
    "Best school system , very safe and many activities and festivals for children and families. Many churches within walking distance "
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  • Alison moncrief
    "Everything you need is within walking distance . It is very neighborly area. the schools system is top in the state ."
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  • SW
    "Great great neighborhood! Mostly a neighborhood full of years of traditions and family. Can sometimes feel clique- and a lot of “who’s who” but very inclusive and non judgmental "
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  • Jay M.
    "Great area to raise your kids. Safe and clean. Everything is close by and plenty of good local things to do."
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  • Chantarajensen
    "The neighborhood is Close to some really good schools and good shopping options. Lots of places to eat at as well. "
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  • Aimeehorton01
    "we have a farmers market and food truck night in summer. live music. great coffee. great park for the kids or the dogs. "
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  • Chantarajensen
    "It’s a nicer area than some in Birmingham. Also everything is pretty close together so you don’t have to drive all over the place to get errands done."
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  • Hamiltonbridges
    "It’s the best. The people and places are great also the community pool is amazing for kids. Wonderful parks. Great place. "
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Frequently asked questions about 579 Forest Dr

  • What is 579 Forest Dr estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 579 Forest Dr in Birmingham, AL is $498,600.
  • Is Birmingham a buyer's or seller's market?
    Birmingham is currently a buyer's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Birmingham?
    The median sale price in Birmingham is $609K. That is up $37.17K from the prior month.
  • What do residents say about Birmingham?
    Residents describe Birmingham, AL as dog-friendly, easy to park in, and well-kept. Most residents say you need a car. See recently sold homes in Birmingham, AL.

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