Welcome to Our City

You can truly find any style house in the Greater Birmingham area. Often when we work with Buyers new to the area, they begin their search with trepidation because they are unfamiliar with the area and think they should rent to learn the different neighborhoods before buying. What they learn very quickly, though as they begin their orientation is that each City, yes City, is so different than the others. Newcomers are always surprised to learn that Birmingham has few suburbs, but rather it is surrounded by other cities nearby with Homewood being the Downtown.

Without a doubt, Homewood is the preferred place to live for young professionals and families. The reasons are readily apparent when you drive through. From its quaint shops in Downtown Homewood (I think of it having a small town feeling without the depression) to its walkability, charming old houses, schools and proximity to everything, Homewood beckons you. That said, it is quite pricey to live here. Fortunately, there are other Cities close by.

Mountain Brook is often referred to as the Tiny Kingdom as its shopping villages afford everything you could want or need. You never need to leave it! The schools are stellar and the Botanical Gardens and Zoo are right there. Parts of Mountain Brook are 7 min to UAB, other parts can be 20 min. It, too, is pricey, but typically the lots are larger, and the houses are bigger. The closer you get to a Village, however, the higher the prices.

Old Vestavia is much like Mountain Brook with larger lots and bigger houses. Its schools are also sought after. There is a newer part of Vestavia called Liberty Park. It is a planned community with pool, tennis courts, stocked lakes, playground and miles of sidewalks. The elementary and middle school are on-site. While the drive is a tad longer, you will find much value in the housing prices. Beyond Vestavia is Hoover.

Hoover is Vast and covers a lot of territory. In North Hoover, there is a large gated community called Greystone with sprawling houses, great prices and 2 wonderful golf courses. But (Isn’t there always a but?), the community is off highway 280, so if you will be working downtown, you will face a monstrous commute at peak times. South Hoover is home to several large communities, the newest of which is Ross Bridge. It was named the best new community in America in 2011, and for good reason. There are numerous pools, playgrounds, parks, green spaces, walking trails, sidewalks, and a town center with restaurants, shops and even a farmers’ market! The Renaissance Hotel is situated on the property and abuts a Robert Trent Jones golf course.

Staying in Birmingham, proper, there are a variety of housing options, from Condos overlooking the City to 100+ year old grand estates. The appeal of living downtown or very near to it is easily understood as Birmingham is a foodie town and most of the fabulous restaurants are located there. Birmingham also affords many craft beer breweries, Railroad Park – a mini version of Central Park – Regions field where the White Sox Farm Team – the Barons – play. The Birmingham Art Museum, Civil Rights Museum, multiple parks, Top Golf, the Lyric and Alabama Theatres and live music all are a part of\ the Birmingham scene.

Each Birmingham neighborhood is unique albeit the houses may be similar in style. Redmont and Altamont with their mansions, views of the City and gorgeous rolling yards command the highest prices. But if you are looking for affordability in the City, Southside, Highland Park, Forest Park, Avondale and Crestwood are all great options. If you ask 10 people where they live, and they all live in different areas, each will say, “You should live where I live. It is awesome.” All of which goes to show that no matter where you decide to call home, it will be right for you!