1245 S Bates Street

**Highest & Best offers due by 10:00 AM on Monday, May 18, 2026. Please note that the seller reserves the right to accept an offer prior to this deadline** Welcome to this stunning classic Colonial, perfectly situated in an idyllic location just moments from downtown Birmingham! Experience the city's vibrant lifestyle, premier shopping, and incredible restaurants just minutes away. Inside, find gleaming hardwood floors and elegant coved ceilings flowing flawlessly throughout most of the home. The fantastic formal living room is a true showpiece featuring a cozy fireplace with a beautiful granite hearth. Entertain with ease in the formal dining room, detailed with classic wainscoting. A dedicated home office, complete with a built-in bookcase and oversized windows, provides a bright and private space ideal for remote work or studying. Relax in the fabulous family room, highlighted by a striking brick accent wall and a doorwall that opens to the backyard deck. The beautifully updated kitchen boasts stainless steel appliances, crisp granite countertops, and a stylish subway tile backsplash. It also features a convenient built-in workstation and a charming breakfast area complete with custom built-ins and its own exposed brick accent wall. Upstairs, the second level hosts four generously sized bedrooms and a well-appointed full hall bath. Downstairs, a full finished basement provides the perfect area for additional living space or storage space. Outside, enjoy a beautiful lot featuring a fully fenced-in backyard and deck—the perfect private oasis for outdoor entertaining. An oversized two-car garage offers even more room for vehicles and equipment. Don't miss out on this beautiful Birmingham gem!