Why Live in Penfield Park
Penfield Park in Birmingham is a primarily residential neighborhood characterized by gently curving streets and modest cottages alongside mid-size homes from the late-20th century. Many homes offer ample space at affordable prices, though some require repairs or renovations. The area provides scenic views of nearby forests and the distant ridges of the Pinson Valley. Local parks include Brownsville Heights Community Center, which features an outdoor play area and reservable indoor spaces, and Pine Knoll Park, equipped with picnic tables, basketball, and tennis courts. East Lake Park, less than three miles away, offers a pool, fishing lake, and athletic fields, while Ruffner Mountain, four miles southeast, provides over a thousand acres of preserved wilderness with hiking trails and panoramic views from Hawk’s Eye Overlook. Residents are within a few miles of shopping and dining options at Roebuck Shopping Center and can access big box stores and chain restaurants. The Birmingham-Shuttlesworth Airport, located three miles south, houses the Southern Museum of Flight, which features exhibits on the history of aviation in Birmingham. Major highways I-59 and Route 11 are within three miles, facilitating a commute to Downtown Birmingham, which is 10 miles away. The neighborhood's public school students attend Birmingham City Schools, with Martha Gaskins Elementary, Ossie Ware Mitchell Middle, and Huffman High School, the latter offering specialized training in architecture and construction.