Why Live in East Avondale
East Avondale in Birmingham is a vibrant neighborhood known for its youthful energy, trendy shops, and craft breweries. The area features rolling hills and tree-lined streets, creating a scenic and welcoming environment. Transportation is convenient with Max Transit and Birmingham Express bus stops throughout the neighborhood, and Downtown Birmingham is just under four miles away. The neighborhood is dominated by Craftsman-style homes with spacious front yards and fenced-in backyards, making it pedestrian-friendly with paved sidewalks and mature oak trees providing shade.
Avondale Park, established in 1886, offers a variety of things to do, including walking paths, tennis courts, youth baseball fields, and an outdoor amphitheater for community events. Crestwood Park is another nearby recreational area with facilities for football, soccer, lacrosse, tennis, and a swimming pool. The East Avondale Community Garden provides space for residents to grow fresh produce.
The neighborhood is home to Cahaba Brewing Company, located in the historic Continental Gin Complex, featuring 26 taps and a restaurant with live music and events. Harvest Roots Kombucha Taproom offers seasonal flavors of fermented tea, while Gatos and Beans, Alabama's first cat café, combines coffee, cats, and yoga. Mom's Basement is a unique bar with retro decor, pinball machines, and frequent vintage markets. Seasick Records and Sanctum Tattoos and Comics add to the eclectic mix of local businesses, offering vinyl records, comics, and tattoos.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is East Avondale a good place to live?
East Avondale is a good place to live. East Avondale is considered car-dependent and somewhat bikeable with some transit options. East Avondale is a suburban neighborhood. East Avondale has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is sparse in population with 2.9 people per acre and a median age of 34. The average household income is $31,887 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 7.7% of residents. A majority of residents in East Avondale are renters, with 80.9% of residents renting and 19.1% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving East Avondale can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
East Avondale neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in East Avondale?
The median home price in East Avondale is $327,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $65,400 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.5%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,650 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $71K a year to afford the median home price in East Avondale. The average household income in East Avondale is $32K.
What are the best public schools in East Avondale?
The best public schools that serve East Avondale are:
What are the best private schools in East Avondale?
The best private schools that serve East Avondale are:
- The Altamont School has an A+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 8:1 and an average review score of 4.4.
- Saint Rose Academy has an A Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 10:1 and an average review score of 4.8.
- Cornerstone Schools of Alabama has a B- Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 16:1 and an average review score of 4.0.
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Home Trends in East Avondale, AL
On average, homes in East Avondale, Birmingham sell after 110 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in East Avondale, Birmingham over the last 12 months is $340,000, up 30% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$340,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$324,500
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$215
Number of Homes for Sale
3
Last 12 months Home Sales
3
Median List Price
$327,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
8%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
30%