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279 HIGHLAND VIEW DRIVE, Birmingham, AL 35242
$1,450,000 Asking Price
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6
beds
7
baths
8,223
sqft
Built in
2002
Spectacular retreat-like estate nestled on the crest of Double Oak Mountain. Its panoramic view of the Birmingham area is awe-inspiring by day and revitalizing by night. The design of this home compliments its unique setting where special attention is given to room location and fenestration to enhance picturesque views. This grand home features 6 bedrooms, 6.5 baths and a wealth of exceptional interior finishes. It boasts an impressive 2 story foyer and living room, library, dining room, gourmet kitchen, butler's pantry, master retreat w/sitting room and opulent master spa, 2 laundry rooms, 2 stairwells and 6 covered porches. Basement features relaxing recreation/flex space (or in-law suite), media room, kitchen and full bath. Convenient main and lower level garages. Extensive interior details, millwork and pediments were designed and crafted exclusively for this one-of-a-kind home. To truly appreciate all the features and stunning views this home offers, a personal viewing is a must!
Features & Amenities
Interior
- General:
- Central Vacuum, French Doors, Home Theater, Multiple Staircases, Recess Lighting, Security System, Sound System, Split Bedroom, Wet Bar, Workshop (INT)
- Rooms:
- 2nd Kitchen (ROOM), Bedroom (ROOM), Den/Family (ROOM), Dining Room (ROOM), Full Bath (ROOM), Keeping Room (ROOM), Kitchen (ROOM), Laundry (ROOM), Library (ROOM), Master Bath (ROOM), Master Bedroom (ROOM)
- Kitchen:
- Breakfast Bar, Butlers Pantry, Eating Area, Island, Pantry, Cooktop-Gas, Convection Oven, Disposal, Dishwasher Built-In, Ice Maker Built-In, Microwave Built-In, Double Oven, Oven-Electric, Plumbed for Gas in Kit, Some Stainless Appl
- Laundry:
- Room, Utility Sink, Washer Hookup
- Basement:
- Full Basement, Both Fin and Unfin, Daylight Basement, Plumbing Stubbed, Poured Concrete Walls
- Flooring:
- Carpet, Hardwood, Stone Floor, Tile Floor
- A/C:
- 3+ Systems (COOL), Central (COOL)
- Heating:
- 3+ Systems (HEAT), Central (HEAT)
- Fireplace:
- Living Room (FIREPL), Patio (FIREPL), Gas (FIREPL), Gas Starter, Gas Logs, Stone (FIREPL), Fireplaces: 2
- Eco/Green Feature:
- Ceiling Fans, Doub Paned Windows
Exterior
- General:
- Porch, Sprinkler System, Workshop (EXTR)
- Parking:
- Basement Parking, Driveway Parking, Lower Level, Parking (MLVL)
Construction
- General:
- 4 Sides Brick, 2+ Story, Basement
Location
- HOA Amenities:
- BBQ Area, Fishing, Gate Attendant, Gate Entrance/Comm, Park, Playgound, Private Lake, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Walking Paths, Common Grounds Mntc, Management Fee, Reserve for Improvements, Utilities for Comm Areas, 1591.0, Yearly
- County:
- Shelby
Lot
- Zoning:
- Block: Lot: 615 HIGHLAND LAKES 6TH SECTOR AMENDED, 09-3-05-0-001-049.034
- View:
- City View, Mountain View, View
Utilities
- Water:
- Public Water
- Sewer:
- Connected
Financial
- Buyers Agent Compensation:
- 2.5
This listing courtesy of:
Keller Williams Realty Vestavia, Zoe Langner
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Property taxes are generally around 1.2% of the home’s value, but may vary based on location.
Annual homeowners insurance is typically 0.35% of the home’s value but can vary based on insurer.
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About Birmingham, AL
Housing
- Number of Units
- 233,469
- Median Home Value
- $268,783
- Median Rent
- $792
42.91% of housing units are renter occupied.
10.98% are vacant.
Commute
- Car
-
74.36%
- Public Transportation
-
1.00%
- Walk to Work
-
1.52%
- Work from Home
-
22.16%
- Other
-
0.75%
The median travel time to work is 20 minutes.
People
- Population
- 496,244
- Median Age
- 38.60
- Median Household Size
- 2.52
Education
- High School
-
20.47%
- Associate’s Degree
-
7.48%
- Bachelor’s Degree
-
26.85%
- Graduate Degree
-
17.97%
Disclaimer: Community and Demographic information uses data from the U.S. Census Bureau but is not endorsed or certified by the Census Bureau.
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