Why Live in Pine Knoll Vista
Pine Knoll Vista in Birmingham features late-20th-century bungalows and split-level houses, with a few Prairie and ranch-style homes. Most residents own their homes, which typically stay on the market for about 78 days. Pine Knoll Park offers tree-shaded basketball and tennis courts, and a playground, while Brownsville Heights Community Center provides an outdoor play area and resource rooms for local events. East Lake Park, less than 3 miles away, includes a fishing pond, public pool, and athletic fields. Ruffner Mountain Park offers hiking trails and panoramic views from Hawk’s Eye Overlook. The historic Roebuck Golf Course, known as “Roegusta,” is a popular 19-hole public course. Pine Knoll Vista is within 3 miles of I-59 and Route 11, facilitating easy commutes to other Birmingham neighborhoods. Roebuck Shopping Center features big box stores and chain restaurants, and the Birmingham International Airport, 5 miles south, houses the Southern Museum of Flight and Alpha Charlie Grill. Commuters are 9 miles from Downtown Birmingham. The area experiences frequent supercell thunderstorms and tornadoes, with emergency preparedness plans in place. Birmingham City Schools serve the neighborhood, with Robinson Elementary, Ossie Ware Mitchell Middle, and Huffman High School, which has specialized programs in architecture and construction.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Pine Knoll Vista a good place to live?
Pine Knoll Vista is a good place to live. Pine Knoll Vista is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable with minimal transit options. Pine Knoll Vista is a suburban neighborhood. Pine Knoll Vista has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is sparse in population with 1.0 people per acre and a median age of 48. The average household income is $57,332 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 26.6% of residents. A majority of residents in Pine Knoll Vista are home owners, with 25.3% of residents renting and 74.7% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Pine Knoll Vista can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
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How much do you need to make to afford a house in Pine Knoll Vista?
The median home price in Pine Knoll Vista is $192,450. If you put a 20% down payment of $38,500 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.56%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $980 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $42K a year to afford the median home price in Pine Knoll Vista. The average household income in Pine Knoll Vista is $57K.
What are the best public schools in Pine Knoll Vista?
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Are home prices dropping in Pine Knoll Vista?
Yes, home prices in Pine Knoll Vista are down 25% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Pine Knoll Vista, AL
On average, homes in Pine Knoll Vista, Birmingham sell after 5 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Pine Knoll Vista, Birmingham over the last 12 months is $155,000, down 25% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$155,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$185,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$88
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
1
Median List Price
$192,450
Median Change From 1st List Price
9%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-25%