East Avondale is a buzzing area known for its youthful energy, trendy shops and craft breweries. Rolling hills and streets shaded by mature trees also make for scenic beauty. "Avondale is a bustling neighborhood with a very cool downtown area," says Justin Mundie, a Realtor with eXp Realty. "With East Avondale, you're getting all that, but with a much lower price point."
Cahaba Brewing in East Avondale is a great place to unwind after a long week.
East Avondale is home to Cahaba Brewing and is a local favorite.
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East Avondale offers plenty of public transportation stops.
Easy transit to Downtown
The Max Transit and Birmingham Express buses have several stops in East Avondale, making transportation to other areas of the city very convenient. Meanwhile, Downtown Birmingham is just under four miles from the neighborhood, making commutes to major city employers simple and quick.
Oak tree-lined streets
Craftsman-style homes dominate the area, with prices ranging from $165,000 to $275,000. Homes sit on lots with spacious front yards where residents can recline on their front porches and greet neighbors as they stroll by or toss a ball around in their fenced-in backyards. Most residential streets are lined with paved sidewalks, making the area pedestrian-friendly. Neighborhood strolls are made comfortable under the shade of several mature oak trees, adding a natural ambiance to the area.
East Avondale is a quiet neighborhood in Alabama.
Several homes on a residential street in the neighborhood is the norm in East Avondale.
East Avondale has wide streets and sidewalks to enjoy.
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Getting educated in East Avondale
Children in the area have two nearby elementary schools to choose from. Established in 1923, Avondale Elementary is accredited by the Southern Association of Schools and Colleges, serves kindergarten through fifth grade and has an overall Niche grade of C-minus. Meanwhile, Hayes K-8 covers both the elementary and middle school years and also has an overall Niche grade of C-minus. Teenagers attend Woodlawn High School, another school with an overall Niche grade of C-minus.
Woodlawn High School is a public magnet school in Woodlawn, Birmingham, AL.
Hayes K-8 School serves students in the East Avondale community.
Avondale Elementary is a public school located in Birmingham, which is in a mid-size city.
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Beautiful historic parks
Dedicated in 1886, Avondale Park is one of Birmingham's earliest parks. Its natural spring, "King's Spring," was a popular stopping point for weary travelers along the old Huntsville stagecoach road. Today, the park is still revered for its rolling topography, natural spring and rose garden. Locals can watch ducks swim in the park's pond, walk along scenic paths, play a friendly game of tennis or watch their kids hit a home run at one of the three youth baseball fields. Not to mention, the park has an outdoor amphitheater perfect for live music shows, theatrical performances, movies in the park and other community events.
Crestwood Park is another nearby park, where youth football leagues, amateur soccer leagues and the Magic City Lacrosse Club flock to practice and compete. Residents can exercise by jogging around the field or playing tennis. The swimming pool offers an escape from the Alabama heat, and when residents dry off, barbecue pits and picnic shelters are available for community gatherings. The East Avondale Community Garden sits on the corner of 47th Street South and 3rd Avenue South, providing local green thumbs the space to build community while growing fresh produce.
East Avondale's Avondale Park is where you can try out for the little league baseball team.
East Avondale park where you can enjoy fishing or a walk in the park.
East Avondale is a part of history in Birmingham Alabama.
Crestwood Park is close to East Avondale where locals have plenty of green space.
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Coffee and kitties
Cahaba Brewing Company is the focal point of the neighborhood. In 2016 they moved their 3-barrel homebrew project to East Avondale and transformed it into a 30-barrel brewhouse. Located in the historical Continental Gin Complex, it boasts 26 taps and a restaurant on its outdoor patio called The Current. Live music, bingo nights and other fun events are hosted at this local favorite. The Harvest Roots Kombucha Taproom also calls East Avondale home, serving delicious flavors of the fermented tea beverage using seasonal flavors and locally grown ingredients.
Where can one enjoy cats, a cup of joe and yoga all at once? At Gatos and Beans, Alabama's first-ever cat café! When patrons enter this feline-centric coffee shop, they’re greeted with several colorful kitten-themed murals. Then, of course, come the cats. Ten dollars buys 50 minutes with the furry creatures, with a free coffee or tea and unlimited purrs, chin scratches and cuddles. All the cats in the café are available for adoption, so locals can meet and bond with them while listening to live acoustic guitar or attempting the cat-cow pose during one of the café's yoga sessions.
East Avondale's Gator and Beans where you can enjoy tea and adopt a kitty.
Making a fresh cup of tea in East Avondale at Gator and Beans is a local favorite.
East Avondale's Gator and Beans is where you can enjoy time with cats and a cup of tea.
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Dive bars, record shops, and tattoo parlors
The dive-y Mom's Basement is aptly named. This hole-in-the-wall bar feels just like the grungy basement of a best friend's house in high school—one almost expects a cloud of dust to arise when sinking into the bar's retro floral couch. Old-school pinball machines, darts, a vintage photobooth and even a wall featuring photos of the moms of various regulars are part of this gem's charm. Mom's Basement also frequently holds a vintage market where residents can buy eclectic and retro threads and art. Locals gather here for trivia, karaoke, funky dance parties or just a drink with friends. Nearby is Seasick Records, an independent record store that deals in new and used vinyl, cassettes and CDs.
Sanctum Tattoos and Comics is the local spot for ink, whether on the skin or in the shop's impressive comic book collection. The shop carries a variety of current and classic periodicals and graphic novels, along with fun merchandise and art. Locals can pick up the latest issue of their favorite superhero comic and then get the same character tattooed on their thigh.
Mom's Basement in East Avondale is a local hot spot with drinks and live DJ's are the norm.
Mom's Basement in East Avondale is a local hotspot to unwind during the 5-6pm happy hour.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
389
Median Age
34
Population Density
3 ppl/acre
Population under 18
23.4%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
13.6%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$17,622
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$31,887
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
86.1%
College Graduates
7.7%
Significantly below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
3.3%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
71.5%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
57''
Average Winter Low Temperature
35°F
Average Summer High Temperature
91°F
Annual Snowfall
1''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
45/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
30/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
26/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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