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Meet the Team At The Fred Smith Group we believe in what we are doing. Your home is one of (if not the) biggest decisions you’ll make in your lifetime. Some things are more obvious, location, crime levels, size, amenities...but our job is to help you consider the whole picture.

You’re trusting us to find the perfect home for your family, not just now, but in the months and potentially years to come. We consider not only where you are now but where you are going, and where you will want to come home to while you make that journey.

Because the real estate industry is becoming more sophisticated and challenging every day, you need a professional that understands the industry and is positioned to stay ahead of the game.

We’ll help you make those big picture decisions and go the extra mile to help you achieve your goals. Which is why we are constant-

ly researching the market and property values. We do this so your home is priced effectively from day one, so you get the best deal when you’re making a purchase, so your family can feel confident that they are in the right place.

Whether listing your current home, buying a new one, looking for a vacation spot, or finding the perfect rental.

Let us help you move in the right direction. An addition to the hands-on service we provide this new digital magazine. We love where we live and are very excited about the blossoming of our metro area. We bring you this magazine to help you live your best life here in Birmingham. Inside you will find features about the top 10 experiences you can have throughout the region this month, from sports to dining and everything in between.

The Fred Smith Group: Stephanie Knight, Dawn Mead, Ashley Lewis, Fred Smith, Langston Hereford, and Jen Brown.

Published by The Fred Smith Group, 105 Euclid Ave. Birmingham, AL 35213 Phone: 205-879-6330 | Cell: 205-368-2280 | Fax: 205-879-8608

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2015 GBHSA Jazz Cat Ball The Greater Birmingham Humane Society Auxiliary will hold its fourth annual Jazz Cat Ball on Feb. 7, 2015 at Old Car Heaven.

Birmingham’s best Mardi Gras themed event will begin at 7:00 p.m. against a backdrop of rare antique cars used in movies and owned by celebrities.

The event’s Mardi Gras atmosphere will include a Cajun cook-off featuring some of Birmingham’s best restaurants, dancing to the live music of The Voltage Brothers, a gaming casino, VIP lounge, live and silent auctions and more! The annual event raises money to support the homeless pets under the care of the Greater Birmingham Humane Society and increases awareness of the programs offered by the GBHS. Tickets are $125 each and can be purchased online or at the GBHS adoptions center. For more information, call 205-942-1211 or visit www.gbhs.org

Old Car Heaven 3501 1st Avenue South, Birmingham, AL 35222 (205) 326-8902

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Mandela The world still needs role models. With recent demonstrations sweeping across our nation the need for people to seek out leaders who challenge us to be better is needed now more than ever.

Mandela was one such leader. He lived the spectrum from terrorist to politician to national hero. He didn’t just forgive but reconciled with his adversaries. He didn’t just forget but continued to chal-

lenge injustice everywhere. Renowned playwright Cheryl L. Davis (Barnstormer, MLK Project) and poet Sharrif Simmons collaborate on this original work based on the lives impacted by legendary humanitarian, Nelson Mandela. MANDELA explores the life of a true visionary through spoken word, music and video.

Rated PG-13 Plan to stay after each night’s performance for an engaging talkback with community leaders on how Mandela’s life can serve as an example of reconciliation and forgiveness.

Presented by Red Mountain Theatre Company at RMTC Cabaret Theatre February 5 - February 8, 2015 RMTC Cabaret Theatre 301 19th Street North, Birmingham, AL 35203 Admission Info: Tickets starting at $30 Feb 5, 2015: 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm (Thu) Feb 6, 2015: 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm (Fri) Feb 7, 2015: 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm (Sat) Feb 8, 2015: 2 pm - 4 pm (Sun)

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Birmingham Revealed

The Roots of Alabama Gospel, with Bobby Horton and the Birmingham Sunlights Alabama’s gospel music traditions flourish throughout the state of Alabama, in churches and Sacred Harp singings, on music stages and recording studios, at quilting bees and singing competitions. Two performing legends, Bobby Horton and the Birmingham Sunlights, know the state’s musical heritage intimately. Join Bobby and the Sunlights as they perform together for the first time sacred music from Alabama’s rich music tradition.

Presented by Vulcan Park and Museum Admission Info: Non-members- $10 Members- $8 Individual Dates & Times: * Feb 12, 2015: 5:30 pm - 7 pm (Thu)

The Face of

mortgage lending Ben Chenault and Courtney Harvey - Creating clients for life is the mantra at

MortgageBanc powered by Fairway Independent Mortgage. It must be working, as they have grown their business to be one of the top lenders solely by referrals from past clients and other professionals. After 20 years of Ben originating loans, not only is he helping past clients finance their homes for retirement, but he is now helping those clients' children and grandchildren purchase their first homes. “We are so blessed to have a loyal client base,” says Ben. Ben brought Courtney Harvey on board as his production partner in 2009. The partnership has allowed them to land themselves in the top 3 percent of mortgage producers nationally and one of the highest-producing lending teams in Alabama. All processing, underwriting and closing is done in-house. “It gives our clients and referral partners peace of mind to know we do everything here locally, and Fairway’s national backing gives us the creditability to offer options the smaller companies do not have,” Ben says. “We have a system to get everything done smoothly for our clients—every time.”

MortgageBanc | One Perimeter Park South, Ste. 130S, Birmingham, AL 35243 205-986-4220 | www.MortgageBancLLC.com

home highlights 4020 MONTEVALLO RD Mountain Brook 35213 4 Bedrooms/ 4.5 baths Price: $985,000 MLS#: 587430 New Construction in Mountain Brook located in Montevallo Park. High end finishes and an inviting floor plan make this a wonderful home for family living and entertaining. Main level garage and master suite. The large living areas flow onto a terrace. See the photos at www.soldbyfred.com for sample finish types.

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home highlights 4024 Montevallo Road Mountain Brook, AL 35213 4 Bedrooms/ 4.5 baths Price: $985,000 MLS#: 587859 Come see this exciting new construction home in Mountain Brook located in Montevallo Park. High end finishes and an inviting floor plan make this a wonderful home for family living and entertaining. Main level garage and master suite. The large living areas flow onto a terrace. Three bedrooms and three full bathrooms upstairs.

Don’t miss this home.

Build Your Future

As the center of family life, a new home is more than just a building. A home is a lawn, a landscape, a location. It is summer evenings with family and friends on a patio, and cozy nights in front of a fireplace with your loved ones. A Birmingham, Alabama new homes community is comprised of people, places, experiences and traditions. At Thornton Homes, we are not only home developers, we build new home communities, lifestyles and dreams.

We’re building you a future‌ a home to live for.

5300 Cahaba River Road, Suite 200 Birmingham, Al. 35243 205-870-5498 www.thorntonhomes.net

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home highlights 14 Eagle Point Circle Pell City, AL 35128 3 Bedrooms/ 2.5 baths Price: $449,900 MLS#: 587987 Beautiful lake home on Logan Martin. Fantastic view of the lake from the entire back of the home. Gleaming hardwood floors through out the main level of the home that has plenty of formal areas with the living room dining room and den. The kitchen is large with lots of cabinets. Three bedrooms and two and one half bathrooms all on the main living level and a back deck with sweeping views of Logan Martin. Dont miss this home.

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Ringo Starr & His All-Star Band Ringo Starr & His All-Starr Band is a live rock supergroup with shifting personnel led by former Beatles drummer and vocalist Ringo Starr. Since 1989, Starr has toured with twelve variations of the band, where “everybody on stage is a star in their own right.� This incarnation of the All Starr band is the same line up he has played with since 2012 - Steve Lukather, Richard Page, Gregg Rolie, Todd Rundgren, Gregg Bissonette and Warren Ham.

Feb 15, 2015: 8 pm $97 / $79.50 / $59.50 Tickets available through Ticketmaster or the BJCC Central Ticket Office. The CTO is open 9-5 daily.

top 10 The Book of Mormon The New York Times calls it “the best musical of this century.” The Washington Post says, “It is the kind of evening that restores your faith in musicals.” And Entertainment Weekly says, “Grade A: the funniest musical of all time.” Jon Stewart of The Daily Show calls it “a crowning achievement.

So good it makes me angry.” It’s THE BOOK OF MORMON, the nine-time Tony Award® winning Best Musical from the creators of South Park. Contains explicit language.

Presented by Broadway in Birmingham at Birmingham Jefferson Convention Complex Concert Hall February 17 - February 22, 2015

Admission Info: Tickets available through Ticketmaster.

Individual Dates & Times: * Feb 17, 2015: 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm (Tue) Feb 18, 2015: 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm (Wed) Feb 19, 2015: 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm (Thu) Feb 20, 2015: 8 pm - 10 pm (Fri) Feb 21, 2015: 2 pm - 4 pm (Sat) Feb 21, 2015: 8 pm - 10 pm (Sat) Feb 22, 2015: 1 pm - 3 pm (Sun) Feb 22, 2015: 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm (Sun)

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home highlights 1044 S 28TH ST Mountain Brook, AL 35223 1 Bedrooms/ 1.5 baths Price: $235,000 MLS#: 605170

Under Contract

This house is an absolute dream! Why buy a condo, with all of those fees, when you can have this perfect gem in the HEART of Highland Park? This exquisite Carriage House was built in 1908 & has been beautifully renovated for modern living. Upon entering you will be overwhelmed by the wonderfully open living & dining area. The kitchen is great & has GE appliances.

The cabinets are lovely & there is recessed lighting (that you don’t even need with all of the light that pours in through the windows). The powder room is gorgeous with its glazed walls & new fixtures. Upstairs you have a charming library that could be used as a second bedroom. It has built-in book cases, a fireplace & tons of light. The master is large & has it’s own fireplace. The master leads to the GI-NORMOUS walk-in closet & fabulous bathroom. The round tile shower has dual shower heads. The exterior is lush with enchanting flowering plants & bushes. The gardens are low maintenance & are a serene place to unwind.

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Mercedes Marathon Now in its 13th year, the Mercedes-Benz Marathon Weekend of events has become a Birmingham tradition. The event has helped to raise more than $4 million for local charities throughout its 12 year history.

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 20 12:00 pm - 7:00 pm - St. Vincent’s Health Systems Health and Fitness Expo & Packet Pickup - Boutwell Auditorium. Entrance into the Expo is free to the public.

Everyone is welcome!

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 21 8:00 am - 6:00 pm - St. Vincent’s Health Systems Health and Fitness Expo & Packet Pickup - Boutwell Auditorium. Expo is free to public. Everyone is welcome!

8:00 am – 9:00 am - Regions Superhero 5K - Linn Park. There is a 1 hour time limit to complete the Regions Superhero 5K. 10:00 am - The Bell Center EIP Children’s Run - Linn Park 11:00 am - 12:30 pm - The Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama Kids Mercedes Marathon – Linn Park. 5th graders will begin at 11:00 a.m. followed by each descending grade in 10 minute increments.

CARBS FOR A CAUSE PASTA DINNER Seatings: 4pm/5pm/6pm/7pm - To be held at the Alabama Sports Hall of Fame SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 22 7:03 am - Mercedes Marathon, Half Marathon and Marathon Relay begin in front of Boutwell Auditorium by Linn Park. The

Half Marathon has a four hour time limit.

The Marathon has a six hour time limit.

All Sunday events benefit the children at The Bell Center For Early Intervention Programs.

9:00 am - 2:00 pm - JIM ‘N NICK’S BarB-Q Bar-B-Q Post Race Party & Awards

Ceremony - Boutwell Auditorium. Family and friends may purchase a $10 Bar-B-Q meal ticket. Quantities are limited so buy them early during the Expo at The Bell Center Expo booth! Live entertainment begins at 9:00 a.m.

Awards Ceremony

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Southern Voices Festival: An Evening With Wally Lamb Wally Lamb is the critically acclaimed and beloved author of She’s Come Undone, I Know This Much Is True, The Hour I First Believed and most recently, We Are Water. Mr. Lamb’s first two novels were #1 New York Times best sellers and Oprah’s Book Club selections. Lamb’s books are neither short nor simple, but he pulls readers in and doesn’t let go.

His newest book, We Are Water is a disquieting and ultimately uplifting novel about a marriage, a family and human resilience in the face of tragedy. Lamb proves himself a virtuoso storyteller, assembling a variety of voices and an ensemble of characters rich enough to evoke all of humanity.

Authors Conference Saturday, Feb. 28 - Registration: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. - The Library Theatre & The Library Plaza- Book sales and signings will follow the afternoon session. - Lunch on your own.

Karen Abbott is the nonfiction author of three books, including Sin in the Second City, American Rose and her latest, Liar, Temptress, Soldier, Spy. Amy Greene has been hailed as one of the freshest new voices in Appalachian fiction. James Scott is the author of the stunning debut novel, The Kept. Jon Sealy’s debut novel, The Whiskey Baron, has been called a “simmering powerhouse of a novel” by Wiley Cash. Thrity Umrigar is the best-selling author of the novels Bombay Time, The Space Between Us, If Today Be Sweet and The Weight of Heaven. Meg Wolitzer’s novels include The Interestings, The Uncoupling, The Ten-Year Nap, The Position and The Wife. Chelsea Cain is the best-selling author of the popular Archie Sheridan/Gretchen Lowell thrillers Heartsick, Sweetheart, and Evil at Heart, among others.

Wally Lamb Friday, Feb. 27 • 7 pm The Library Theatre • $35 • Reception follow

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home highlights 412 Ferncliff Dr Birmingham, AL 35213 3 Bedrooms/ 2 baths Price: $179,900 MLS#: 616271 Come see this fantastic Crestwood home convenient to Downtown, UAB, and Mountain Brook. Plenty of space to entertain in this three bedroom two bath home. This home is updated and freshly painted with a formal living/dining room and a den. The kitchen has tile floors with a tumbled stone backsplash with great views overlooking the deck and backyard. Main level laundry room updated bathrooms and so much more. Don’t miss out!

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home highlights 2705 Caldwell Avenue Birmingham, AL 35205 4 Bedrooms/ 2.5 baths Price: $375,000 MLS#: 607470 You must see this incredibly grand craftsman home in the heart of Highland Park. All of the charm and character remains in this updated beauty. The large tiled front porch is to die for, porch swing on one end and plenty of room for outdoor entertaining. As you enter the living room to are greeted with lovely hardwood floors, rich wood trim, coffered ceilings and river rock fireplace. Pocket doors lead you into the formal dining room with amazing molding and natural light. There is a den between the dining room and the updated kitchen. The kitchen has granite countertops, stainless appliances, tile floor and an eating area. There is a super bright laundry room and a door out to the lovely, flat, landscaped and fenced backyard. Upstairs there are four bedrooms, one is a walk-thru, and 2 updated baths, one with a jetted tub. This is truly a one of a kind house! Hurry!!

A Unique and Breathtaking Piece of Countryside

Perfect land for farm, hunting or development. One of the prettiest parcels of raw land with aged timber in the area. It is flat to rolling with a year-round creek. Historical sites on the property: Does Crossing is located where the old road bed crosses Valley Creek on the North West side of the property. Historic Valley Creek and the old Gordon Family Gristmill Dam which operated until the late 1800s. Over one mile of the old L & N railroad bed with two stone cut culverts. Pick Mine Cave is located just off the Old White Tail roadbed. There are two green fields, one is located in Moonshiners Hollow and the other is Floyds Gap. After going up Grandfathers Knoll to the top of the property you will see Bear Point which has a beautiful view of the valley.

Price: $599,900 MLS #: 554946 HWY 75 ALLGOOD, AL 35121

Fred Smith 205-368-2280 soldbyfred@gmail.com

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home highlights 2500 St. Andrews parkway Oneonta, AL 35121 5 Bedrooms/ 5.5 baths Price: $499,900 MLS#: 618348 Custom-built, 2003 Progressive Farmer Idea Home, nestled in almost 3 acres in beautiful Limestone Springs. Enjoy stunning mountain and lake views while dining outside on your patio or back porch. Plenty of guest parking makes this a perfect home for entertaining, along with a gourmet kitchen, which boasts concrete counter-tops and Viking appliances. Five spacious bedrooms with 5 full and 1 half bathrooms. Huge master suite with lake view. Awesome great room with gleaming hardwoods and 1 of 2 beautiful fireplaces. 2nd family room upstairs, great for kids and guests. Here you’ll find a beautifully decorated home featuring tons of innovative ideas perfect for country living. This farmstead, situated on 3acres of rolling pasture overlooking a pond, showcases ideas and tips that you can use to make the most of your life in the country? no matter how many acres you own.50year roof and too many upgrades and extras to mention! Mudroom, fabulous office and more! Must see to appreciate.

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home highlights 1005 Bienville Ct Birmingham, AL 35213 3 Bedrooms/ 2 baths Price: $239,900 MLS#: 617416 Come see this great Crestline Park home convenient to Mountain Brook, Downtown and the Hospitals. Three bedrooms and two bathrooms in this move in ready split level home. A formal living room and dining room with hard wood floors are next to a large bright and light filled kitchen. The den is in the basement and has access to the patio and back yard. Don’t miss this home.

top 10 Alabama Symphony Orchestra presents The Music of Pink Floyd with The Machine Red Diamond SuperPOPS presents The Music of Pink Floyd with The Machine Saturday, February 7, 2015 | 8 p.m.

Doors open at 7 p.m.

You’ll wish you were here! Don’t miss what is hailed as the most faithfully replicated sounds and experience of Pink Floyd in concert when the ASO shares the stage with The Machine.

The orchestra, led by Christopher Confessore, will include two sets: The first will include a diverse mix of The Floyd’s extensive 17 album repertoire, the second being Dark Side Of The Moon in its entirety. Additionally, the band will bring in an Interstellar Light Show, complete with a multimedia element including animation and special effects that will duplicate the classic Pink Floyd concert experience.

As a special treat, Lightwave International, the company that provided special “Pink Floyd” laser effects for U.S. tours

by Roger Waters and David Gilmour, will be re-creating many of those effects in a spectacular laser show.

Alabama Symphony Orchestra 205-975-2787

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home highlights 414 Owen Avenue Bessemer, AL 35020 5 Bedrooms/ 4 baths Price: $169,000 MLS#: 615006 You must see this early 1900 historic house w/charm & character in every room. It has 5 bdrms, 4 baths w/library. This house features an eat-in kitchen w/stain glass windows. The kitchen has a gas cook top island, electric oven & dishwasher. The dining rm has an open floor plan to the living rm where there are built-in TV/media cabinets on either side of the gaslog fireplace. The master suite has a walk in closet & add’l closets. In the library there are floor to ceiling custom built shelves w/tin ceiling tiles, a rolling library ladder & hidden access to a secret room. Central heat & air with a gas hot water heater. The new metal roof has a transferable lifetime warranty. Don’t miss the 7 mantles & the solid heart pine doors.The hardwoods are oak on main level & pine up. The backyard has a custom treehouse, a privacy fence w/remote control gate, & a workshop. The Jonesboro Community Garden is located to the left of the house.

Prev owners updated elec & plum. So much CHARM!

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home highlights 610 Hoadley Drive Birmingham, AL 35213 3 Bedrooms/ 2 baths Price: $224,500 MLS#: 614248 Gleaming hardwoods greet you as you enter this recently updated three bedroom two bath home. Located in the heart of Crestline Park, this home has an open kitchen with a breakfast bar that adjoins the keeping room with a fireplace. The home has a split bedroom design and the master bedroom has a new master bath. Recently landscaped, the fenced back yard is perfect for pets or entertaining on the patio. This home is move in ready and is a must see!

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Casablanca Set in unoccupied Africa during the early days of World War II: An American expatriate meets a former lover, with unforeseen complications. 102 min. PG. Doors will open at 7:00 p.m. and organ music will begin at 7:30.

The sing-along will start at 8:00 with the feature immediately following.

Tickets are available now through Ticketmaster and will be available at the door one hour before showtime.

FEBRUARY 14 @ 8:00 PM $8.00

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home highlights 2736 Cherokee Road Birmingham, AL 35244 3 Bedrooms/ 2.5 baths Price: $435,000 MLS#: 611738 You have to see this BEAUTIFUL home to believe it!!! This is an updated, private retreat has an exquisite pool, lovely landscaping, a lovely large covered back deck. The kitchen is updated with custom cabinets, granite counter tops, stainless appliances and professional gas range. There are hardwoods, crown molding, recessed lighting and fresh paint throughout. The bathrooms have been updated and they are gorgeous. The masterbath has separate tub and shower and custom vanity. Downstairs you have a den and another room that the owner uses as a guest room, a bonus room and a gathering area. There is a half bath in the garage for convenience. There is a large basement garage and a lovely parking pad in the front for easy main level entry. This house is truly a must see, it is absolutely GORGEOUS and the grounds are a dream.

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Cinderella Cinderella is a timeless tale complete with elegant dancing, comical miming, spectacular costumes and scenery. This fairy-tale ballet will captivate families and all who love classical ballet. It follows the longing of Cinderella, her magical encounter with the captivating Prince, and the ominous clock chiming midnight. With the comical antics of the ugly stepsisters, Cinderella is a classical ballet that’s vibrant and bursting with wit.

Presented by Alabama Ballet at Dorothy Jemison Day Theater Alabama School of Fine Arts February 20 - February 22, 2015

Admission Info: $20 - $55 Individual Dates & Times: Feb 20, 2015: 7:30 pm Feb 21, 2015: 2:30 pm Feb 21, 2015: 7:30 pm Feb 22, 2015: 2:30 pm

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home highlights 3616 Mountain Park Drive Mountain Brook, AL 35223 3 Bedrooms/ 2 baths Price: $389,900 MLS#: 606507 This charming home zoned for the excellent Crestline Elementary school has been meticulously renovated to a Mountain Brook standard. From the front door, enter into refinished hardwoods and a large living room. There are three bedrooms with ample closet space and two completely renovated bathrooms. Off the living room is a spacious dining room and a beautiful kitchen with new cabinets, granite counter tops and appliances. The kitchen is spacious enough to eat in. Downstairs to the completely repainted basement with a one car garage and washer/dryer hook up. Great place for a super cool workout room! The deck off the kitchen overlooks a private backyard with a driveway leading to an alley where all the kids of the neighborhood meet to play. Easy access to the Elementary School and Mountain Brook Junior High. This beautiful renovation is easy to show!

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home highlights 5009 South 8th Terrace Birmingham, AL 35212 4 Bedrooms/ 3 baths Price: $204,900 MLS#: 607797 Welcome Home! Stack stone steps lead you to a spacious and welcoming front porch.

Gleaming hardwoods greet you when you enter into the home which has a large living room that has a stone fireplace with built in shelving. A nice size dining room opens to a great updated eat in kitchen with stainless appliances. There are 3 great bedrooms on the main living level with hardwood floors.

The upstairs has a large bedroom with a bathroom which has an amazing custom bathroom vanity. This home is move in ready. You don’t want to miss this home!

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home highlights 137 Kingston Ridge Birmingham, AL 35211 3 Bedrooms/ 2 baths Price: $209,900 MLS#: 613872 This is the BEST house in Oxmoor Ridge!!!!! The lot is larger than most and faces the park that is the heart of the neighborhood. This house has TONS of upgrades and a wonderful open floor plan. The living room has a vaulted ceiling, crown molding, fireplace and hardwood floors. Great for entertaining the living room, dining room and kitchen are all open and the flow is great. All of the bedrooms are spacious and the master suite is a dream. In the master bedroom there is a tray ceiling, crown molding, ceiling fan and “his and her” walk-in closets. The bathroom has a double vanity and separate tub and shower. The other bedrooms have great closet space and there is a bonus room above the garage just waiting to be finished out.

It is stubbed for a bath so that you could make this a 4 bedroom/3 bathroom house with minimal effort or expense. Oxmoor Ridge is just minutes from downtown, UAB and all of the major interstates.

Hurry, this one is a true gem and won’t last long.

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home highlights 2705 Caldwell Avenue Birmingham, AL 35205 4 Bedrooms/ 2.5 baths Price: $375,000 MLS#: 607470

Under Contract

You must see this incredibly grand craftsman home in the heart of Highland Park. All of the charm and character remains in this updated beauty. The large tiled front porch is to die for, porch swing on one end and plenty of room for outdoor entertaining. As you enter the living room to are greeted with lovely hardwood floors, rich wood trim, coffered ceilings and river rock fireplace. Pocket doors lead you into the formal dining room with amazing molding and natural light. There is a den between the dining room and the updated kitchen. The kitchen has granite countertops, stainless appliances, tile floor and an eating area. There is a super bright laundry room and a door out to the lovely, flat, landscaped and fenced backyard. Upstairs there are four bedrooms, one is a walk-thru, and 2 updated baths, one with a jetted tub. This is truly a one of a kind house! Hurry!!

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home highlights 1300 S 27th Place ,Unit 36 Birmingham, AL 35205 3 Bedroom/ 2.5 bath Price: $624,900 MLS#: 612796 Don’t miss this rare opportunity for an end unit,three bedroom/two and half bath condo in one of the finest buildings in Birmingham.

You walk into a wide foyer leading to the large open kitchen/dining/ den area with a 180 degree breathtaking view of downtown Birmingham. The kitchen features granite and high end stainless appliances, as well as a walk in pantry. You can chose to bring your dining table or enjoy an oversized den,leading to a balcony with a built in gas grill.The patio overlooks the much envied pool and sundeck.Next is your master bedroom, that also has access to the patio. The master bath boasts separate tub and shower and a huge walk in closet.

On the other side of the unit, you have two guest bedrooms, a connecting bath with a large shower. Beautiful hardwoods throughout.

Everything in this building and unit are ADA accessible. Amenities in the Capri include a fully stocked workout room with a view and a party room that can be reserved for entertaining by the home owner.

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home highlights 101 Singapore Circle, Unit 1 Birmingham, AL 35211 3 Bedrooms/ 2 baths Price: $159,900 MLS#: 612056

Under Contract

Fabulous hardwoods greet you as you enter the home in the living room that includes a cozy fireplace. The hardwood floors are also in the dining room which flows into the kitchen with granite countertops and a great breakfast bar with an eat in area. The master has tray ceilings and a large master bathroom with two other bedrooms and a bath all on the main level. Walk out to the patio and fenced yard for your enjoyment. Don’t miss this wonderful move in ready home.

Looking for Land The Fred Smith Group Is Here For You

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Price: $3,000,000 MLS #: 541628 100 acres can be bought together at 30K/acre for 75K per acre for the front 30 acres (containing 1621 front ft on Hwy 75) or the back 70 acres at 10K per ac. Ideal for commercial development. Owner will land-lease. All utilities available.

Price: $39,900 MLS #: 570294 Perfect for development of single family or possibly multifamily. Can be purchased with the adjacent land (MLS 516794). Both parcels (about 13 acres) have been previously designed out for development. Most utilities are available along Hudson Avenue (verify with the individual entities).

Price: $225,000 MLS #: 582514 This property is a great location for a business. Great street frontage with easy access and visibility. Multiple businesses within site and on the four lane! Down 2nd Ave (hwy 75h just east of Classic Collision Car Center between Hwy 231 and Walmart.

Price: $139,900 MLS #: 601297 Come see this fantastic lot with year around water! Great Views. Located in area of upscale lake homes. Also located only minutes from I-20 and Pell City and 30 minutes to Birmingham. Great getaway that is only minutes from the city. Must see this lot!

Price: $99,900 MLS #: 593252 Lake Logan Martins Exclusive, Private, Gated community.

Thirty minutes from Over the Mountain area. Beautiful Waterfront lot ready to build on! Sunset is incredible! Paved roads. Waterfront walking trails. Rock seawall. Community pier for residents. Minutes to Alpine Bay Golf Club.

Price: $65,000 MLS #: 582483 8.89 +/- Acres fronting Hwy. 231 just south of the school.

Perfect for commercial, farm, home, etc. Land lays basically flat. Call for survey. Hwy 231 South East of Ashville.

Property right after school and mini warehouses.

Price: $39,900 MLS #: 570294 Perfect for development of single family or possibly multifamily. Can be purchased with the adjacent land (MLS 516794). Both parcels (about 13 acres) have been previously designed out for development. Most utilities are available along Hudson Avenue (verify with the individual entities).

Price: $599,900 MLS #: 587432 Commercial property available in Oneonta on Hwy 75. The parcel is adjacent to the city ball parks with great visibility from both directions on Hwy 75.

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