Lipscomb is a small town shaped by industry and railways
Sandwiched between Bessemer and Birmingham in Jefferson County, Alabama, is the small town of Lipscomb. Incorporated in 1910, was once a bustling municipality close to booming mines and mills. A rail line was built through the area in 1890 to connect Birmingham and Bessemer, and it still exists today. Depending on where you live, you might have to cross the tracks to get across town.
A historic mineral railroad site sits in the middle of Lipscomb, Alabama.
Manicured lawns and large front yards define many homes in Lipscomb.
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Older homes with historic character line quiet residential streets
The town is full of older homes, including Craftsmen with front- or cross-gabled roofs, ranch-style houses, Minimal Traditionals and split levels. Recent closing sale prices range from $60,000 for a Craftsman to $135,000 for a National pyramidal. Houses less than $100,000 are likely in need of some work. There aren’t any sidewalks, and some of the houses are raised to meet the elevation of the gently rolling landscape, or face the railroad tracks. You’ll find public transportation along 9th Avenue North.
Large yards frame this split-level home on a quiet Lipscomb street.
Well-kept lawns and mature trees frame homes in Lipscomb’s residential areas.
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McAdory High offers biomedical and manufacturing career training
Students can attend local Lipscomb Elementary School, and go on to attend McAdory Middle and McAdory High School. The middle and high school are about 20 minutes away by car. McAdory High participates in the Southern Zone of the Jefferson County Schools Signature Academies, which allows eligible students to follow a curriculum tailored towards pursuing a degree or a career in a specialized field. McAdory High offers Advanced Manufacturing and Biomedical Science.
Kids learn and grow at Lipscomb Elementary School, where effort is celebrated.
McAdory Middle School focuses on academic growth and personal development.
McAdory High School offers specialized curriculum through Jefferson County’s Signature Academies.
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Cuernos Chuecos and Family Dollar anchor commercial footprint
For Mexican cuisine within walking distance of your house, stop by Cuernos Chuecos and order items like steak tacos and burritos. You’ll find Family Dollar on 9th Avenue North, along with small stores like Tienda Ebenezer. In 10 minutes, you can drive to Piggly Wiggly in Midfield, Publix Super Market at Lakeshore Pavilion or Fresh Value Cost Plus. You can reach downtown Birmingham in roughly 20 minutes.
A short drive from Lipscomb, the Midfield Piggly Wiggly serves nearby neighborhoods daily.
Cuernos Chuecos near Lipscomb serves up mouthwatering street tacos with bold flavor.
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Red Mountain Park has trails, historic mines and tree houses
For entertainment, there are a couple of bingo parlors you can check out. Into golf? Reserve a tee time or get a membership at the nearby Woodward Golf & Country Club, and work your way through the beautiful 18-hole course. Become a membership or get a day pass, and tear down the trails at RideBHM, a downhill mountain biking park. There are plenty of trails, for beginner cyclists to expert-only. This includes learning how to jump a mountain bike at any distance. The park is open year-round, rain or shine, but keep in mind that some track might be closed during rainy weather.
If nature is more your vibe, along the nearby Venice Road is an access point to Red Mountain Park, which covers 1,500 acres of land along the Red Mountain Ridge. The land was once the site of the extensive iron ore mining operation that built Birmingham, and it was also the city’s greatest resource until the last mine was closed in the mid-1900s. Today the land serves as an outdoor escape from city-life, featuring 16 miles of wooded trails with two city overlooks, three treehouses high near the treetops and a 6-acre, off-the-leash dog park. The historic mines are still marked, and can be seen along several of the trails. The park is open most days of the year except holidays, though amenities like the treehouses aren’t accessible year-round. You can get a slice of history in Lipscomb, along the rail line between Birmingham and Bessemer.
RideBHM features jump ramps for mountain bikers of all skill levels
Parents and kids enjoy a quiet walk through Red Mountain Park’s scenic trails.
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Lipscomb Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Lipscomb, Bessemer sell after 98 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Lipscomb, Bessemer over the last 12 months is $73,000, up 22% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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