Welcome home to this beautifully updated historic bungalow in the heart of Forest Park. Perched on an elevated lot with great privacy, this home offers multiple parking options, including front street parking and a private stone-ribbon driveway in back. Inside, original charm blends seamlessly with thoughtful updates—repurposed millwork, preserved hardwoods, and soaring 9-foot ceilings. The main-level primary suite features a dressing room, a generous bath with double vanities, and a walk-in closet with custom built-ins. The kitchen is outfitted with top-tier appliances, custom cabinetry, refined finishes, and incredible natural light throughout the day. Upstairs, a vaulted ceiling enhances the usable space, perfect for guests, an office, or bonus living. Major improvements include updated plumbing and electrical, a 2022 water heater, and a 2024 HVAC system. Carefully curated and impeccably updated, this Forest Park home is one you must experience to appreciate.
Property Features
House Interior
Breakfast Bar
Kitchen Island
Walk-In Closet(s)
Crown Molding
High Ceilings
Wet Bar
Recessed Lighting
Stone Counters
Fire Place
Den
Wood Burning
Masonry
Heating Information
Central
Natural Gas
Parking
Off Street
On Street
Cooling Information
Central Air
Water Features
Public
Utilities
Sewer Connected
Basement
Crawl Space
School Information
School Information for 1002 42nd S Street, BIRMINGHAM, AL 35222
Elementary School
AVONDALE
Middle School
PUTNAM, W E
High School
WOODLAWN
Listing Courtesy: LAH Sotheby's International Realty Homewood
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