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Welcome to close-knit Oak Ridge Park
Oak Ridge Park is a small, charming Birmingham suburb that sits within the artsy Woodlawn Community and is a stone’s throw from the hip Eastlake neighborhood and the scenic trails of Ruffner Mountain. “It’s an area with multigenerational inhabitants,” says Jamie Goff, an Associate Broker at ARC Realty. “You have people who have lived here for decades and raised their kids here and young professionals just getting started. It’s a good mix of generations and cultures.” The Woodlawn community, which includes East Avondale, Oak Ridge Park, Woodlawn and South Woodlawn, was settled by a group of farming families in 1815. In 1910, the City of Woodlawn was annexed into Birmingham, but the area has maintained its strong community spirit. “There’s a real sense of community in this area,” says Goff. “You don’t see that everywhere—just neighbors being neighbors.”
Feel welcomed when you visit Oak Ridge Park.
Admire the wildflowers that make an appearance in Oak Ridge Park.
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Getting aorund
Oak Ridge Park is located between Interstate 20 and U.S. Route 78, making it very convenient to commute to other parts of the city for work or fun. Several Max Transit bus stops are scattered throughout the neighborhood, making it easy to get around without a car. “It’s very convenient to UAB, which is the largest employer in the area,” says Goff. “This includes the university and the hospital. That’s why a lot of young professionals choose to move to the area.”
Hop on a bus Oak Ridge Park.
Enjoy the quiet streets of Oak Ridge Park.
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Older homes decorate the neighborhood
Homes in Oak Ridge Park tend to be older, dating back to the midcentury. Craftsman and National-style homes make a common appearance, as do midcentury modern and ranch-style homes. Townhouses and condominiums built in the 1980s are an option, too, though less common. Many of the residential streets are shaded beneath large, mature oak trees, making for pleasant neighborhood strolls. Home prices range from $45,000 to $385,000.
Admire this row of homes showcasing the architectural style of Oak Ridge Park.
Find unique architecture in Oak Ridge Park.
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Education in Oak Ridge Park
Children may attend Henry J. Oliver Elementary School with an overall Niche grade of C. Next, is W.E. Putnam Middle School, a magnet school with an overall Niche grade of C-minus. Woodlawn High School has an overall Niche grade of C-minus.
Oliver Elementary School serves young students in the Oak Ridge Park neighborhood.
Putnam Middle teaches kids in Oak Ridge Park to do their best.
Woodlawn High School takes pride in teaching future leaders of Oak Ridge Park.
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Sports fields and mountain views
For sports facilities, residents can visit Lewis Park, just north of the neighborhood. The park features a baseball field, a multipurpose green field, basketball courts, a swimming pool and a playground for children. When residents want to play a friendly game of tennis, they head southwest to Crestwood Park. Meanwhile, Ruffner Mountain is right next door. The 1,038-acre nature preserve offers several scenic hiking and biking trails and a nature center. In the spring, fragrant hydrangeas bloom, providing a pretty backdrop for visitors exploring the park. One of the best views in Alabama can be found in this park. Rolling hills, wooded city streets and downtown Birmingham’s cityscape can all be seen from Hawk’s Eye Overlook. The overlook can be accessed via the Quarry trail, which starts at the Nature Center and is a roughly 3.5-mile out-and-back hike. The Quarry Trail winds through the forest, so hikers can easily spot local wildflowers, birds and other wildlife. Remnants of the Sloss-Sheffield Mines can be found along the trail, a little slice of the Magic City’s incredible industrial history.
Play some soccer at Crestwood Park near Oak Ridge Park.
Visit with friends and then go for a hike at Ruffner Mountain near Oak Ridge Park.
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Stock up on essentials at nearby shopping centers
Shopping and dining are close at hand, with the Crestwood Festival Shopping Center just minutes away. Residents have access to a Home Depot, a Burlington, a fitness center and an Aldi for weekly grocery runs. Nearby is the Village East Shopping Center, which has a Ross Dress for Less, Walmart Supercenter, CVS Pharmacy and Starbucks. For a more comprehensive selection of retail and dining options, the locally-owned restaurants, cafes, boutiques and breweries of the neighboring Woodlawn and Avondale are just a short drive away.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Oak Ridge Park
US
Homicide
5
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
5
4
Robbery
5
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
5
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
7
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Oak Ridge Park Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Oak Ridge Park, Birmingham sell after 184 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Oak Ridge Park, Birmingham over the last 12 months is $105,000, down 12% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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