Historic Home Atop Shades Mountain Listed At $2 Million

HOOVER, AL — This mansion resting atop Shades Mountain is truly unlike any other in the Birmingham area. It is registered on the National Register of Historic Places, the Alabama Register of Landmarks and Heritage and on the Jefferson County Historical Register.

• Address: 1453 Shades Crest Rd, Hoover, Alabama
• Price: $1,995,000
• Square Feet: 7367
• Bedrooms: 5
• Bathrooms: 3 Full and 2 Half Baths
• Built: 1920
• Features: The character and charm this house possesses is astounding. With two carriages houses on the lot, the property is begging to be put to good use. Event hosting is easily an option. A house and lot of this magnitude needs to be seen in order to be fully appreciated. There is restoration work to be done, but the benefits far outweigh any notion of doubt. Additionally, this property will qualify for large commercial federal tax credits if turned into an event property. State tax credits will also apply for residential use. Come see this beautiful property! Per appraisal: 3726 SF on main, 3641 SF second floor, 2305 SF third floor and 699 basement for a total 10, 371 SF.

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