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Historic Bham neighborhood with turn-of-the-century houses and lush parks
At the turn of the 20th century, the community of Glen Iris was established as an enclave for Birmingham's elite. Developers built stately homes around the lush Glen Iris Park and elsewhere in the area well into the 1940s. With the establishment of the University of Alabama at Birmingham, new townhouses and mid-size houses were built, and the neighborhood expanded with young professionals and new families living close to the college and notable Birmingham attractions. "When it comes to proximity to downtown and UAB while still being a quiet neighborhood, it's the best you can find," says James Rodgers, a Realtor at Keller Williams Homewood with over $44 million in real estate sales and a specialization in the Glen Iris area.
Enjoy your time exploring the quiet community of Glen Iris.
Enjoy these beautiful four square style houses in Glen Iris.
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Sizeable Greek-revival mansions and other historic houses in Glen Iris
Forested streets gently rise and fall like the nearby foothills, lined with mid-century and turn-of-the-century houses. Many of Glen Iris' homes are on the National Register of Historic Places, with home styles ranging from expansive Tudor-revival and Greek-revival mansions to mid-size Craftsman and ranch-style houses to more modest Colonial-revival townhouses. "You've got lots of long-term residents in Glen Iris," says James Rodgers, "Young professionals and young families come to the area because of its proximity to UAB, plus there are the two massive parks you can easily walk to." Prices for townhouses and houses smaller than 2,500 square feet range from $200,000 to $450,000, while homes 3,000 square feet and larger can cost as much as $1.1 million.
Admire the beautiful large houses in Glen Iris.
Take a walk on the convenient sidewalks in Glen Iris.
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Stately parks and athletic complexes are a short walk away in Glen Iris
George Ward Park features 84 acres of green space which features a 24-hole disc golf course. The park also includes a dog park, a hard-surface tennis complex managed by the Birmingham Area Tennis Association and six lighted ball fields that are frequently used by amateur leagues and the UAB Blazers. The park has dedicated caretakers in the Glen Iris Neighborhood Association and the Friends of George Ward Park. Just north on the UAB Campus is Bessie Estell Park, which features a playground and covered pavilions surrounded by greenery, all in a wheelchair-accessible park space. Vulcan Trail Park is home to the world's largest cast iron statue and a 2-mile scenic walking trail leading to Green Springs Highway, soon to be the hub of Birmingham's future 750-mile Red Rock Trail System.
Take the dog for a walk in George Ward Park in Glen Iris.
Take the kids to play at Bessie Estell Park in Glen Iris.
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Historic schools and state-of-the-art universities within a few miles of Glen Iris
Birmingham City Schools oversees the education of Glen Iris' public school students. Washington Elementary teaches pre-kindergarten through eighth grade with a C-minus rating on Niche. Students move on to A.H. Parker High School, established in 1900 as Birmingham's first public high school for African American students. The school has a C-plus Niche rating and a star-studded alum roster, from notable musicians like Nell Carter and Sun Ra to civil rights activists like Lola Hendricks. Less than 2 miles to the north University of Alabama at Birmingham, convenient for students and faculty living in the neighborhood. The university is home to the UAB Health System, one of the largest medical research centers in the nation.
Washington Elementary School takes pride in teaching the future leaders of Glen Iris.
A.H. Parker High School is a great school for kids in Glen Iris.
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Cultural festivals of Glen Iris
Glen Iris hosts cultural and food festivals throughout the year. In April, St. Elias Maronite Catholic Church hosts the Lebanese Food and Cultural Festival, serving homemade Lebanese dishes and showcasing live music performances. In September, the Holy Trinity Holy Cross Greek Orthodox Cathedral hosts an annual Greek Festival which offers homemade Greek pastries and other dishes along with music and dance performances.
See how authentic dishes are made at the Lebanese Food Festival in Glenn Iris.
Try a sweet treat at the Lebanese Food Festival in Glenn Iris.
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Neighboring I-65 provides residents with quick and easy commutes
Residents depend on their cars to get around. Public transit is available at stops along Green Springs Highway. The neighborhood is bordered on the west by Interstate Highway 65, and while there is some noise, residents have fairly straightforward commutes. UAB Hospital is within 2 miles of the community. Downtown Birmingham is just 3 miles to the north of Glen Iris. Frequent flyers have a 9-mile drive to the Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport.
Enjoy being close to all of the things to do downtown when you live in Glen Iris.
Enjoy the flourishing trees and the big city view in Glen Iris.
Hop on a bus in Glen Iris and get to your destination.
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Nearby theatre shows and neighborhood cafes
Proximity to the UAB campus gives residents access to live music and theatre performances at the Alys Robinson Stephens Performing Arts Center. Just south of campus is Giuseppe's Café, a longstanding community favorite, serving up award-winning pizza and pasta in a restaurant that has largely retained the same staff since opening day. Red Mountain Plaza Shopping Center has plenty of chain grocery stores, like Publix and Walmart.
Grab your favorite pizza at Giuseppe's Cafe in Glen Iris.
Enjoy Red Sea Ethiopian Mediterranean restaurant located minutes from Glen Iris.
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Weather patterns in and around Glen Iris
Birmingham is located in the heart of Dixie Alley, a region of Tornado Alley in Central Alabama known for its high tornado activity. Birmingham City Government maintains emergency preparedness plans in the event of severe thunderstorms or tornados.
Take a bike ride and admire the beauty in Glen Iris.
Take a break by on of several creeks that run through the Glen Iris.
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Parks in this Area
George Ward Park
Baseball/Softball
Disc Golf
Picnic Area
Bessie Sears Estell Park
Playground
Amphitheater
Memorial Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Football
Spring Haven Park
Basketball
Playground
Multi-Purpose Field
Glen Iris Park
Transit
Airport
Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International
14 min drive
Bus
Greensprings HWY And 24th Ave S
Bus
14th Ave And 11th Street
Bus
Greensprings HWY And 21st Ave S
Bus
Greensprings HWY And Goodwill
Bus
14th Ave S And 10th St
Bus
Greensprings Ave And 4th Pl
Bus
Idlewild Cir And 6th St S
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Glen Iris
US
Homicide
4
4
Sexual Assault
5
4
Assault with Weapon
4
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
5
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Glen Iris Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Glen Iris, Birmingham sell after 39 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Glen Iris, Birmingham over the last 12 months is $307,000, up 1% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Located in one of the best little pockets of downtown Birmingham, in the established Glen Iris community, this 3 bed 2 full bath home is a deal like you won't see for the rest of the year. On a completely flat yard with driveway parking, a fenced in backyard and a separate storage building/workshop with 220V power, the lot holds a ton of value. A quick 3-minute walk down the sidewalk will take
1 story home in Glen Iris and walking distance to Glen Iris Elementary School and UAB. 3 bedrooms, 1 full bath, large living room, bonus study or office, separate dining room, large kitchen with lots of cabinets, stove and refrigerator, and breakfast room with built in China Cabinet. Large laundry room with extra storage space. Full unfinished basement. Hardwood floors throughout. Screened front
This property is very close to UAB and Homewood and Lakeshore Drive shopping. This property has a Single Family House, with central heat and air, on it now that you can use or rent out before you start your new construction. A copy of the Survey is in pictures. In this CR5 Zoning Area some property is QB1. Commercial, Multifamily
Welcome to Crowne on 10th. Our stylish apartments located on Birmingham, Alabama’s Southside near the UAB campus offer private baths for every bedroom, large residential style floor plans and so much more. Crowne on 10th’s apartments are within walking distance to the UAB Campus.
Section 8 not accepted. COMING SOON 07/01/2025 One of the most appealing aspects of this cottage is its proximity to UAB. This property is 3 minutes from UAB. Nestled in a serene neighborhood within walking distance of UAB, this charming cottage exudes character and warmth. With 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, this 1132-square-foot residence provides ample space for comfortable living. As you
Conveniently located in the Glen Iris neighborhood close to the UAB Campus and 5 Points, Glen Iris Arms features 1-bedroom and 2-bedroom apartments. There is a laundry facility on site. The apartments are a short driving distance to Green Springs Avenue, the UAB Campus, 5 Points South, and Downtown Birmingham. Each apartment at Glen Iris Arms differs from the next, so we
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
2,658
Median Age
33
Population Density
5 ppl/acre
Population under 18
19.9%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
10.9%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$48,856
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$65,218
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
96%
College Graduates
64.2%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
26.6%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
75.4%
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®
17/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
33/ 100
Minimal Transit
Transit Score®
22/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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