The Iconic "Birdie House" – A Rare Opportunity to Own History Step into a timeless masterpiece overflowing with potential. This massive 8-bedroom, 1-bath historic home sits proudly in the heart of downtown Red Level, Alabama — just waiting for someone with vision to bring it back to life. Built circa 1900 and rich in Southern charm, the “Birdie House” boasts over 5,000 sq ft of original craftsmanship: 12-foot tongue-and-groove wood ceilings, multiple brick fireplaces, hardwood floors, a wrap-around porch, and original details throughout that capture the character of a bygone era. This home features: 8 spacious bedrooms 2 kitchen areas Large dining room + formal living room 1 full bathroom with ample space to add more Investor Alert: This is more than a home — it's an opportunity. With generous square footage and a flexible layout, this property is perfect for: A boutique bed & breakfast Apartment or multi-unit rental conversion A beautifully restored private residence with historic value The power pole is already connected — electricity can be turned on immediately. Plumbing and electrical updates have already been started, and the home has been leveled and inspected for structural integrity and termites. The metal roof is approximately 10 years old, offering peace of mind for your restoration or rental project. A Visionary's Canvas. An Investor's Dream. A Southern Classic.
For sale
$155,000
29040 Smiley St, Red Level, AL 36474
8beds
5,000sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1915
0.28 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$31/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Metal roofWrap-around porchMultiple brick fireplacesLarge dining roomHardwood floors
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: June 28, 2025 at 10:33am
Listed by:
Krystal Diaz 305-900-8245,
Agape Real Estate
Source: SAMLS,MLS#: 204208
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 8
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Other-See Remarks
Appliances
- Included: None
Features
- Flooring: Wood
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Other-See Remarks
Interior area
- Total structure area: 5,000
- Total interior livable area: 5,000 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Other-See Remarks
Features
- Levels: Two
- Patio & porch: Porch-Covered
- Pool features: None
- Waterfront features: No Waterfront
Lot
- Size: 0.28 Acres
- Dimensions: .28
Details
- Parcel number: 230601123003009000
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Victorian
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Crawl Space
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1915
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Other Authority
- Water: City
- Utilities for property: Sewer Available, Water Available
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Red Level
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $31/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $14,040
- Annual tax amount: $97
- Date on market: 6/28/2025
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