Experience waterfront living in the heart of Inverness behind the gates of prestigious Lake Heather. This spacious home offers soaring ceilings, expansive living areas, abundant natural light, and peaceful lake views. Features include a main-level primary suite, library, sunroom, elevator servicing all three levels, multiple entertaining spaces, and garage parking for up to four vehicles. The home has received some updates but still offers an excellent opportunity for additional improvements, allowing you to customize it to your style while building equity. Enjoy fishing, kayaking, and the tranquility of 100-acre Lake Heather, all just minutes from shopping, dining, and major conveniences.
Pending
$989,000
1022 Lake Heather Rd, Birmingham, AL 35242
7beds
6,777sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1996
0.57 Acres Lot
$971,900 Zestimate®
$146/sqft
$542/mo HOA
What's special
Main-level primary suiteMultiple entertaining spacesSpacious homeSoaring ceilingsAbundant natural lightPeaceful lake views
- 54 days
- 163
- 1
Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Melissa Justice 205-210-6514,
Alabama Realty Servicing Inc,
Melissa Justice 205-210-6514,
Genstone LLC
Source: GALMLS,MLS#: 21458772
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 7
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom, Bathroom, Kitchen
Bedroom 1
- Level: First
Bedroom 2
- Level: First
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
Bedroom 4
- Level: Second
Bedroom 5
- Level: Second
Bathroom 1
- Level: First
Bathroom 3
- Level: Second
Kitchen
- Features: Stone Counters, Kitchen Island
- Level: First
Basement
- Area: 3337
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air, Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Microwave, Stove-Electric, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, In Basement, Main Level, Laundry Room, Yes
Features
- Central Vacuum, Elevator, Recessed Lighting, Wet Bar, Cathedral/Vaulted, High Ceilings, Crown Molding, Smooth Ceilings, Tray Ceiling(s), Soaking Tub, Linen Closet, Separate Shower, Double Vanity, Tub/Shower Combo, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
- Basement: Full,Partially Finished,Block
- Attic: Pull Down Stairs,Yes
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Brick (FIREPL), Marble (FIREPL), Den, Family Room, Gas
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 6,777 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 5,097
- Finished area below ground: 1,680
Video & virtual tour
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 5
- Parking features: Basement, Parking (MLVL), Garage Faces Side
- Attached garage spaces: 5
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1.5
- Patio & porch: Open (DECK), Deck
- Exterior features: Lighting
- Pool features: None
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water
- On waterfront: Yes
- Waterfront features: Waterfront
- Body of water: Lake Heather
- Frontage length: 100
Lot
- Size: 0.57 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 027360002016.000
- Special conditions: Real Estate Owned
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Basement
Condition
- Year built: 1996
Utilities & green energy
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Sewer Connected, Underground Utilities
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Lake Heather
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Other
- HOA fee: $6,500 annually
Location
- Region: Birmingham
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $146/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,066,900
- Annual tax amount: $14,190
- Price range: $989K - $989K
- Date on market: 7/11/2026
Foreclosure details
Estimated market value
$971,900
$923,000 - $1.02M
$7,130/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/22/2026 | Sold | $1,035,000+40.8%$153/sqft |
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| 7/26/2024 | Sold | $735,000-5.2%$108/sqft |
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| 7/3/2024 | Contingent | $775,000$114/sqft |
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| 6/26/2024 | Price change | $775,000-3.1%$114/sqft |
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| 6/14/2024 | Listed for sale | $799,999$118/sqft |
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| 6/9/2024 | Contingent | $799,999$118/sqft |
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| 5/28/2024 | Price change | $799,999-8.6%$118/sqft |
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| 5/13/2024 | Price change | $875,000-2.8%$129/sqft |
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| 4/25/2024 | Listed for sale | $899,999-7.7%$133/sqft |
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| 4/19/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 2/1/2024 | Price change | $975,000-7.1%$144/sqft |
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| 1/11/2024 | Price change | $1,050,000-4.5%$155/sqft |
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| 11/1/2023 | Listed for sale | $1,100,000+349%$162/sqft |
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| 7/31/2008 | Sold | $245,000-72.5%$36/sqft |
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| 3/14/2001 | Sold | $889,386+611.5%$131/sqft |
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| 3/10/2000 | Sold | $125,000$18/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $14,190 | $213,380 +102% |
| 2024 | -- | $105,620 +5.4% |
| 2023 | -- | $100,200 +9.1% |
| 2022 | $6,106 | $91,820 +6.8% |
| 2021 | -- | $86,000 -7.7% |
| 2020 | -- | $93,160 +3% |
| 2019 | -- | $90,440 -4.1% |
| 2017 | $5,512 +3.3% | $94,320 +14.3% |
| 2015 | $5,334 +10.8% | $82,500 +2.5% |
| 2014 | $4,815 | $80,500 |
| 2013 | $4,815 | $80,500 |
| 2012 | -- | $80,500 -0.8% |
| 2011 | -- | $81,160 -12.3% |
| 2010 | -- | $92,540 -7.4% |
| 2009 | -- | $99,900 +0.4% |
| 2007 | $5,953 +9.5% | $99,460 -89.1% |
| 2005 | $5,438 +3.8% | $908,700 +3.8% |
| 2004 | $5,239 | $875,600 |
| 2003 | $5,239 +14.4% | -- |
| 2002 | $4,577 | -- |
Find assessor info on the county website
Monthly payment
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 35242
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Greystone
- Middle: Berry
- High: Spain Park
Source: GALMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.





