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Grasselli Heights

Grasselli Heights

Suburban Neighborhood in Birmingham, Alabama

Jefferson County 35221

$83,501 Average Value
$45 Average Price per Sq Ft
1 Home For Sale

Former plant village with modest bungalows near Red Mountain Park and major roadways

Grasselli Heights first emerged in the early 20th century as a neighborhood for workers at the Grasselli Chemical Company, and the neighborhood continued to grow after the Second World War. Today, residents live in those same early 20th-century bungalows and mid-century split-level houses. Woodland hiking in Red Mountain Park and major roadways to Downtown Birmingham are within 7 miles of the community. New investment in public transit and housing renovations are part of the Birmingham City Plan, a comprehensive public plan to improve the city.
Red Mountain Park offers a dog park, walking trails, and mining industry history insights.
Red Mountain Park offers a dog park, walking trails, and mining industry history insights.
Grasselli Heights dazzles with charming bungalow-style homes.
Grasselli Heights dazzles with charming bungalow-style homes.
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Residents live in Craftsman bungalows and mid-century split-level homes

Most homes in the neighborhood were originally built in the early 20th century, reflecting the period's popular Craftsman-style in the area's homes and bungalows. Covered front porches offer places for residents to enjoy the outdoors or catch up with neighbors. Other homes have split-level or national-style designs, some featuring full brick exteriors or a mix of materials. Some homes need renovations, while others have been recently updated. Renovation and preservation of older homes is part of the upcoming Birmingham City Plan. Homes rarely go on the market, but prices typically range from $10,000 to $150,000 when they do.
Grasselli Heights homes boast premium upgrades boosting property values!
Grasselli Heights homes boast premium upgrades boosting property values!
Brick homes also grace the landscape of the charming Grasselli Heights neighborhood.
Brick homes also grace the landscape of the charming Grasselli Heights neighborhood.
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Playgrounds at Grasselli Heights Park and hiking through Red Mountain Park

Within the neighborhood is Grasselli Heights Park, where residents can relax in the picnic area while their kids play on the playground. Red Mountain Park is less than a mile from Grasselli Heights, thanks to the Venice Road entrance, marked by the Old Tennessee Coal and Iron Mill building. The park has over 1,500 acres of pristine woodlands crisscrossed by miles of hiking trails leading to other relics of Birmingham's industrial past. Between Red Mountain Park's trailheads and scenic overlooks are smaller parks like Remy's Dog Park, rated one of the “10 Best Southern Dog Park" by Southern Living Magazine, which offers shady and open areas for dogs to play around.
Grasselli Heights Park is centrally located, making it a convenient recreational spot.
Grasselli Heights Park is centrally located, making it a convenient recreational spot.
Red Mountain Park offers a dog park, walking trails, and mining industry history insights.
Red Mountain Park offers a dog park, walking trails, and mining industry history insights.
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Preparing for future careers at Birmingham City Schools

Public school students attend Birmingham City Schools. Oxmoor Valley Elementary teaches kindergarten through fifth grade and received a D-plus Niche score. Students move on to Jones Valley Middle School, which received the same score. Wenonah High School has a C-minus score and an updated building with a state-of-the-art media center and a 750-seat auditorium. The school has a variety of career and technical education programs in fields such as welding, cosmetology and hospitality. Lawson State Community College is less than a mile from the neighborhood and has a range of degree programs. The Birmingham Housing Authority partnered with the college to provide specialized construction and warehouse management courses.
Jones Valley Middle School serves the Grasselli Heights neighborhood.
Jones Valley Middle School serves the Grasselli Heights neighborhood.
Wenonah High School is a great school for your teenagers in Grasselli Heights.
Wenonah High School is a great school for your teenagers in Grasselli Heights.
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Meetings for the Grasselli Heights Neighborhood Association and services at local churches

The Grasselli Heights neighborhood association meets once a month at Lawson State Community College. There are a variety of houses of worship in the neighborhood, from Ebeneezer Baptist Church to Bryant Chapel African Methodist Episcopal Church.
Discover diverse community and worship at Grasselli Heights’ vibrant local churches!
Discover diverse community and worship at Grasselli Heights’ vibrant local churches!
Powderly Branch Library proudly serves the vibrant Grasselli Heights neighborhood!
Powderly Branch Library proudly serves the vibrant Grasselli Heights neighborhood!
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Public transit and nearby roadways provide quick commutes to Downtown Birmingham

The neighborhood borders an active railroad, which is noisy. Residents can hop on the bus from stops all along Wilson Road Southwest. Investment in cycling greenways and more efficient public transit are part of the Birmingham City Plan. Exits onto Interstate 20 are 7 miles to the north in Fairfield. Residents commuting via I-20 have a 10-mile drive to Downtown Birmingham. The nearest general hospital is Western Medical Center, 3 miles to the west. Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport is 16 miles to the northeast.
Grasselli Heights boasts convenient public transportation for hassle-free commuting.
Grasselli Heights boasts convenient public transportation for hassle-free commuting.
Historic railroad tracks are a defining feature of Grasselli Heights’ rich heritage.
Historic railroad tracks are a defining feature of Grasselli Heights’ rich heritage.
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Soul food at Dan's Grocery and shopping within 2 miles of Grasselli Heights

On the corner of Wenonah Road and Wilson Road is Dan's Grocery, a small corner shop that sells freshly cooked soul food as well as convenience store items. Grocery stores like Publix are less than 2 miles away down Venice Road. Similarly close are restaurants like Overtime Grill and Bar, a classic sports bar serving burgers and wings and hosting trivia nights and live country music performances. In nearby Midfield, The Crab Barrack offers hearty seafood boils and a range of fried fish and soul food options.

Weather patterns around Birmingham

Birmingham is in “Dixie Alley," a region of the southern United States that frequently experiences supercell thunderstorms and tornadoes. Emergency preparedness plans for extreme weather are available through the city government and the National Weather Service.
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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International

24 min drive

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Grasselli Heights US
Homicide 7 4
Sexual Assault 4 4
Assault with Weapon 6 4
Robbery 4 4
Burglary 4 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 3 4
Larceny 3 4
Crime Score 4 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Grasselli Heights Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$76,000
Median Sale Price
$47,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$70,400
Median Change From 1st List Price
18%
Last 12 months Home Sales
1
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-6%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$45

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
341
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Median Year Built
1951
Months of Supply
12.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,284
Significantly below the national average
1,933
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,534

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
664
Median Age
41
Population Density
5 ppl/acre
Population under 18
23.2%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
24.2%
Above the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$45,645
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$54,967

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
72.9%
College Graduates
11.9%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
4.5%
% Population in Labor Force
44.7%
Below the national average
65.1%

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®

12 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

7 / 100

Minimal Transit

Transit Score®

23 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

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