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Redmont Park

Redmont Park

$903,600 Average Value
$336 Average Price per Sq Ft
7 Homes For Sale

Close-knit historic community

Atop Red Mountain, overlooking downtown Birmingham, Alabama, sits Redmont Park, a picturesque, historic neighborhood with quiet, undulating streets and vintage homes that are both grand and charming in equal measure. Considered one of the most popular and sought-after neighborhoods in the city, Redmont Park's residents share a strong sense of community pride, as well as a commitment to the preservation of their leafy enclave, which occupies a coveted spot on the National Register of Historic Places. "The closeness of the community is unique," says Jay Reed, 10-year Redmont Park resident and former Redmont Park Neighborhood Association president. "It's a diverse neighborhood, and it's neat to see the representation of every walk of life coming together to preserve the historic nature of the neighborhood." According to Reed, it's not just the bi-annual Redmont Park potluck dinner that's heavily attended by his neighbors. Folks are apt to gather for the monthly neighborhood association meetings, too. "Some associations don't exactly gather a crowd, but that's not the case with Redmont Park." Most residents are keen to regularly participate in association design reviews or consider new zoning ordinances. "We really seek to do what's best for the neighborhood," Reed says. "No one really understands how tight our community is until they move in. It's just special."
Residents walking down the street in the Redmont Park neighborhood.
Residents walking down the street in the Redmont Park neighborhood.
Grab a bite with friends at the well known Gilchrist restaurant near Redmont Park.
Grab a bite with friends at the well known Gilchrist restaurant near Redmont Park.
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Lovely early 20th century homes

Redmont Park features an array of lovely single-family homes, many built between 1911 and 1935, with a mix of styles, from stately colonial and Spanish Revival to quaint Tudor Revival and English Cottage. Home seekers will find that some Redmont Park homes have specific historical significance, having been designed and built in the 1920s by Carolyn Cortner Smith, Alabama's first woman architect. In addition to single-family homes, Redmont Park offers a choice of townhomes and condominiums, several occupying classic, Federal-style brick buildings. Sizes of Redmont Park dwellings range from 800 to 4,100 square feet with two to five bedrooms, and prices span from $230,000 to $2.1 million.
A brick and stone Queen Anne style home in the Redmont Park neighborhood.
A brick and stone Queen Anne style home in the Redmont Park neighborhood.
A white brick craftsman style home in Redmont Park.
A white brick craftsman style home in Redmont Park.
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Mountain top overlooks and nearby botanical gardens

Quiet and secluded, Redmont Park's leafy, winding residential streets make for a serene and atmospheric walk. While out for their afternoon stroll, residents can head to the neighborhood's High Point Overlook to take in the fantastic view of downtown. More nature — actually, a lot of it — is spread over 65 lush acres at the Birmingham Botanical Gardens, where visitors find 30 thematic gardens scattered throughout, along with the only public horticultural library in the country. Directly west of the botanical gardens is the Birmingham Zoo, one of the city's top attractions. At the zoo, visitors can marvel at — and learn about — more than 180 species from six continents.
The pathway at High Point Overlook, looking over the city.
The pathway at High Point Overlook, looking over the city.
A fountain inside the Birmingham Botanical Gardens.
A fountain inside the Birmingham Botanical Gardens.
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Historic dining and shopping district

For a bite to eat and a bit of shopping, nearby English Village, a 75-year-old commercial district on the southern slope of Red Mountain, is just the spot. Continental Bakery features delectable homemade bread, pastries, cakes and pies. At the bakery's sister café next door, Chez Lulu, patrons enjoy salads, sandwiches and hand-tossed pizza in an atmospheric French café setting. At Vino, the tasty Mediterranean fare is accompanied by a modern vibe and an impressive wine selection. Not only do bakeries and bistros line English Village's Cahaba Road, there are also local businesses and several unique shops, including Prints Charming SoHo, which sells an eclectic collection of antique prints, books, stained glass windows, home décor and more. For women's apparel, accessories and personal styling, there's Lé Weekend, and Little Hardware has been supplying English Village customers with home improvement products and services since 1946.
The exterior of Continental Bakery in English Village.
The exterior of Continental Bakery in English Village.
The front of Prints Charming in English Village.
The front of Prints Charming in English Village.
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Magnet high school with a business academy

Redmont Park youngsters attend either Mountain Brook Public Schools or Birmingham City Schools, including Avondale Elementary and Putnam Middle, both rated a C-minus by Niche. After Putnam, students head to Woodlawn High, a C-minus-rated magnet school, which is home to the school district's Academy of Business & Finance and offers a dual enrollment program in cooperation with Jeff State Community College and the University of Alabama at Birmingham.
Avondale Elementary School sits on top of Red Mountain with plenty of breathing views.
Avondale Elementary School sits on top of Red Mountain with plenty of breathing views.
Putnam Middle school is an I Institute of Technology and Career Exploration for your children.
Putnam Middle school is an I Institute of Technology and Career Exploration for your children.
Woodlawn High School serves students from grades nine to twelve.
Woodlawn High School serves students from grades nine to twelve.
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Proximity to thoroughfares and downtown

With no public transit in the near vicinity, Redmont Park commuters are reliant on their cars to get around town. However, the Elton B. Stephens Expressway is mere minutes from the neighborhood, making the drive to other parts of the city, like downtown Birmingham or the Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport, easily accomplished. "Aside from the historical nature of the neighborhood, its location is one of the things that attracted me to Redmont Park," Reed says. "It's 5 minutes from any major artery to take you anywhere around town you want to go."
Redmont Park's view of downtown Birmingham.
Redmont Park's view of downtown Birmingham.
Take in the fresh air in Redmont Park.
Take in the fresh air in Redmont Park.
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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International

14 min drive

Bus

B'ham Zoo

Bus

Fairway Dr And Somerset Circle (Ib)

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Redmont Park US
Homicide 2 4
Sexual Assault 3 4
Assault with Weapon 2 4
Robbery 2 4
Burglary 3 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 3 4
Larceny 4 4
Crime Score 3 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Redmont Park Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$559,950
Median Sale Price
$550,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$686,950
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$550,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$300,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
51
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-10%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$336

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
843
Number of Homes for Sale
7
Median Year Built
1956
Months of Supply
1.60
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,826
Significantly above the national average
1,927
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,758
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,431
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,343
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
13,503

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

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Average Home Value





Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
2,150
Median Age
41
Population Density
3 ppl/acre
Population under 18
19.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
23.3%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$133,333
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$167,731

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
99.3%
College Graduates
83.1%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
35.5%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
63%

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®

23 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

37 / 100

Minimal Transit

Transit Score®

12 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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