Acipco-Finley Home for Sale

Acipco-Finley in Birmingham is a historic neighborhood with homes primarily built in the early 20th century, featuring Craftsman, National, and ranch-style houses. Some homes require repairs, while others have been renovated. The area is known for its affordability, with home prices ranging from $20,000 to $100,000. The neighborhood includes the Finley Roundhouse, a historic railroad building now popular for bicycling and skateboarding, and North Birmingham Park, which offers tennis and basketball courts and an indoor recreation center. The Acipco-Finley community garden, in partnership with Grace Klein Community, grows produce for local distribution and sale at the nearby Alabama Farmers Market. Dining options include Taquería La Herradura, Eagle's Restaurant, and Niki's West, known for their Mexican and Southern comfort food. The neighborhood is within three miles of the ACIPCO plant and Downtown Birmingham, with easy access via Interstate 65 and public buses. The area is part of the EPA's 35th Avenue Superfund due to soil pollution, with ongoing efforts to mitigate the issue. Birmingham's location in "Dixie Alley" means residents should be prepared for supercell thunderstorms and tornadoes. Schools in the area, including Tuggle Elementary, Wilkerson Middle, and George Washington Carver High, have average ratings.