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Aviation fans and investors find promise in Airport Hills
Aviation fans will feel right at home in the heavily residential area of Airport Hills. Airport Hills includes the smaller neighborhoods of Brummit Heights, Airport Highlands, Brownsville Heights, Maple Hills and Penfield Park. South Airport Highlands is part of the Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport Opportunity Zone. What this means is that the area benefits from the Birmingham Inclusive Growth Partnership, which aims to attract investors to the area while improving the lives of residents. Economic growth and development are around the corner for this community.
Craftsman to colonial homes priced from $50K to $180K
Home prices range from $50,000 to $180,000, with houses in a variety of architectural styles. Craftsman cottages, full-brick ranch-style homes, Tudor Revival houses and Colonial Revival homes are all found in the area. Surrounded by rolling hills and consisting of a great deal of wide-open land, residents enjoy scenic drives and incredible views of the airport and Birmingham City.
Homes in Airport Hills sit on rolling hills with views of Birmingham and the airport.
Split-level homes are among the varied architectural styles found in Airport Hills.
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Children can attend Birmingham City Schools
Birmingham City Schools serves the area and earns a C from Niche. Students can attend Martha Gaskins Elementary, which receives a C-minus. Smith Middle School gets a C-minus too. Huffman High School earns a C-minus and offers career academies, including programs in cosmetology, and architecture and construction. The Birmingham Airport Authority hosts a five-week summer youth work program that includes professional development, exposure to the aviation industry, financial management sessions, business etiquette, interviewing skill and writing skills.
Martha Gaskins Elementary near Airport Hills receives a C-minus from Niche.
Lewis Martin Smith Middle School earns a C-minus from Niche.
Huffman High School near Airport Hills offers career academies and earns a C-minus from Niche.
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Brownsville Heights hub features trails, playground and events
Open to all Airport Hills residents, the Brownsville Heights Community Center offers plenty of programming for all ages. Open since 2012, the center has a meeting space, activity rooms and a media room. Residents can stroll along its outdoor walking trail, which leads to a playground for local children to enjoy. The nearby Pine Knoll Park offers residents a basketball and a tennis court for friendly games with neighbors under the shade of several mature trees. If you like to golf, Roebuck Golf Course is a short distance away. Fondly referred to as “Roegusta” by locals, this historic 19-hole golf course has been a community staple since 1911.
Brownsville Heights Community Center opened in 2012 with trails and activity rooms.
Brownsville Heights Community Center near Airport Hills includes a playground for kids.
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Local dining includes aviation-themed grill and global eats
While Airport Hills is mainly residential, residents can still find some great places to eat just outside the community. Alpha Charlie Grill fits right in with its aviation-themed décor. The eatery offers American food staples like wings, burgers and deli sandwiches. For additional dining options, locals can head to Pinson Valley Parkway. There are several casual restaurants to choose from, including American Ranch House, Taqueria Apatzingán y Billares, Daylight Donuts and Hong Kong Chinese Restaurant.
Alpha Charlie Grill near Airport Hills serves American fare with aviation-themed décor.
Taqueria La Catrina in Roebuck serves authentic street tacos near Airport Hills.
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Access to the Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport
Residents of Airport Hills enjoy a feeling of seclusion from the busier areas of Birmingham City while benefiting from proximity to the artsy community of East Lake. Plus, the Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport is right next door whenever locals want to take off on an adventure to faraway places.
Airport Hills is minutes from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport.
Birmingham Airport near Airport Hills offers flights from major carriers like Southwest.
GreatSchools:
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Airport Hills
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Homicide
3
4
Sexual Assault
3
4
Assault with Weapon
3
4
Robbery
3
4
Burglary
3
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
3
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Airport Hills Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Airport Hills, Birmingham sell after 9 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Airport Hills, Birmingham over the last 12 months is $133,000, up 56% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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