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Friendly historic charm near downtown Birmingham
At the heart of Forest Park, in a cozy central green space, a stately cast-iron sign reminds neighbors that their community is a designated historic district, recognized on the National Register of Historic Places since 1980. It was developed in the early 1900s to follow the natural contours of Red Mountain’s northern slope and remains a walkable, welcoming hometown with nostalgic charm. Locals are especially fond of Forest Park’s old-growth trees, vintage architecture and quaint commercial village. Steve Buchanan III, Forest Park resident and Realtor with RealtySouth since 1999, says, “I often tell buyers that you’ll know all the dogs’ names here even before you know your neighbors’ if that makes sense. It’s just a very easygoing place where clusters of neighbors gather on lawns, catching up while kids play. And you’ll notice it’s a diverse and inclusive mix of people of all ages and backgrounds.”Nearby, the University of Alabama at Birmingham is the area’s largest employer, famous for medical and research facilities that draw students and experts from all over the world. Says Buchanan, “Lots of homebuyers associate Forest Park with proximity to UAB. But you’re also minutes from downtown Birmingham and the airport. And while that’s super convenient, it’s really the charm of this place that’s so attractive.” Eclectic local shopping and dining, a scenic drive to a lookout, sizable parks and a public golf course all contribute to Forest Park’s friendly vibe.
Vintage architecture in Forest Park has the modern day vibe.
Forest Parks was developed in the early 1900s to follow the natural contours of Red Mountain’s.
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Quaint and walkable commercial Village
For coffee, breakfast and gift shopping amid blossoms and pastel hues, locals head to General, which opened in 2020 in Forest Park Village. General’s owners also opened Shoppe in 2017, high on a hill in a restored 1920s bungalow. In Shoppe, scented candles and the store’s friendly dog, Cedar, meet neighbors searching for potted plants, books, and seasonal home decor.Also in the Village, women-owned Dream Boat Salon offers clean beauty products, teas and essential oils. Rather than fast-food or chain choices, Forest Park is where residents dig into authentic New Orleans Cajun gumbo and muffuletta at The Rougaroux or relax in Red or White — an intimate wine store specializing in charcuterie, fire-roasted oysters and signature pizzas. For cocktails served in one-of-a-kind glassware, Juniper’s creative gin-focused menu is a must.
Forest Park is the 7th most walkable neighborhood in Birmingham with 4,092 residents.
Locals are especially fond of Forest Park’s old-growth trees, and vintage architecture.
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Avondale and Triangle Parks, Charley Boswell Highland Park Golf Course
Dedicated in 1886, Avondale Park is one of Birmingham's earliest. Its natural King's Spring was a popular stopping point for weary travelers along an old stagecoach road. Today, the park is still revered for its rolling topography, natural spring, mature rose garden and lake with a walking trail. Resident athletes frequent the park’s sports fields and courts, and an outdoor amphitheater built in FDR’s Works Progress Administration era is a fulcrum for live music, theater and festivals.Triangle Park is a kid-friendly green space at Clairmont Avenue and Essex Road, where the Friends of Triangle Park organization added a three-tiered playground and shady picnic areas in 2001. Meanwhile, residents traveling scenic Altamont Road to and from Altamont Park can stop at the forested Altamont Ridge high above Jones Valley for some of the neighborhood’s best views of the Magic City skyline.Forest Park is also home to the public Charley Boswell Highland Park Golf Course, clubhouse and tennis courts. In 1955, the course was renamed to honor Boswell, a Birmingham native, WWII vet and National Blind Golf Champion who shot an 81 at Highland Park while blind. The course replaced the former private Birmingham Country Club, which moved into one of Birmingham’s wealthiest communities.
Forest Park Neighborhood has Triangle Park with plenty of playground options.
Enjoy a round of golf at Highland Park golf course in Forest Park.
Forest Park neighborhood spans around 230 acres and is located 2 minutes from Birmingham.
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Historic Tudors, Georgians and Craftsmans
Forest Park’s curvy streetscapes differ from standard grid layouts of other Birmingham neighborhoods. Historic bungalows and multi-story Craftsman styles offer front porch fairway views. Says Buchanan, “Think Birmingham England with lots of Tudor style, a few Mediterranean and a few classic Georgian styles. In Birmingham, a Tudor can often sell for more than a Georgian because it’s part of our identity.” The Forest Park Design Review Committee is very active, guiding residents in the proper steps to obtain permits so that the neighborhood retains its historical authenticity. Prices range from $280,000 for a 1930s bungalow up to a million for larger renovated two-stories. In-demand 1920s condos on Clairmont Avenue ask for around $300,000, and the median single-family price is $410,000.
Homes in Forest Park average around $266 a square foot.
Forest Park is an easygoing place where neighbors gather on lawns, catching up while kids play.
Vintage architecture in Forest Park has the modern day vibe.
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Your high school grad can attend UAB which is 5 minutes from Forest Park.
Close to UAB and Birmingham International Airport
In 2023, Forest Park’s few bus stops offering Max Transit service were removed due to city rerouting, so residents drive into downtown Birmingham. However, in under 5 miles, locals can reach downtown, the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) and the Birmingham–Shuttlesworth International Airport. Forest Park’s northside hugs Route 78, which connects to Interstate 65, leading north into Tennessee and south to the Gulf of Mexico.
Altamont is a private school where your 5th-12th grade student's can attend in Forest Park.
Birmingham City Schools and A-grade private Altamont
Public schools are within the Birmingham City Schools District, which gets a C on Niche. Kids start at Avondale Elementary, move on to W.E. Putnam Middle and advance to Woodlawn High — all of which earn a C-minus on Niche. There are also several private options for Forest Park students, including the Altamont School which earns an A-plus on Niche and sports championship-winning outdoor track teams.
Do Dah Day pet parade and Birmingham Folk Festival
Locals love Third Fridays in Forest Park Village, where shops and galleries stay open late, offering specials, wine tastings and music. Every Spring, the popular Do Dah Day features a pet parade between Rufus Rhodes Park and Caldwell Park. In May, the popular Birmingham Folk Festival in Avondale Park’s amphitheater gathers gospel, blues, Mariachi and more. And at Christmastime, the Forest Park Village Holiday Market brims with specials, popups and holiday beverages.
Forest Park is the 7th most walkable neighborhood in Birmingham with 4,092 residents.
Locals are especially fond of Forest Park’s old-growth trees, and vintage architecture.
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Great place to live and to raise a family - public schools not ideal. Lovely neighborhood, lovely neighbors, cute little shopping spot. Lovely houses with unique and interesting history you wouldn't really find anywhere else around Birmingham.
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Forest Park Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Forest Park, Birmingham sell after 44 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Forest Park, Birmingham over the last 12 months is $508,700, up 7% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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