Historic family-owned cemetery 12 miles from Birmingham
Roosevelt, 12 miles from Birmingham, has everything residents need within a short drive. Nestled between the small towns of Midfield and Brighton, the Roosevelt community is a primarily residential area. “A lot is happening in the area,” says John Street, a realtor since 2017 with Keller Williams Realty. “It is not very far from Fairfield and the Midfield area. There is a new Amazon fulfillment center and a hospital offering lots of great jobs.” In 1972, the area was known as Roosevelt City, the nation's third-largest all-black city. Due to a lack of finances, the people of Roosevelt voted to be annexed into Birmingham in 1988. The community sits next to The Valhalla Cemetery, built to replicate the St. Louis Valhalla Cemetery by Jess and George Edwards in the early 1900s and has remained in the family for about a century.
The Valhalla cemetery is a historic funeral home with a fountain.
Uptown in Downtown Birmingham has lots to offer and it's minutes from Roosevelt.
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Commuters use Bessemer Super Highway
The Bessemer Super Highway runs along the community's western edge, connecting residents to local retail and food options. Bus stops line the highway, and Interstate 20 is nearby. The Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport is 17 miles away.
Hop on a bus in Roosevelt and get where you need to go.
Feel welcomed when you visit Roosevelt.
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Investment properties and fixer-uppers
“Homes in this area are mostly investment properties,” says Bryan Welch, a realtor with Realtynet. Homes are in the ranch, minimal traditional and split-level styles. “This is an area where you are seeing people come in and fix up the houses,” says Street. “The residents are participating and taking care of their homes.” Homes range in price from $50,000 to $135,000.
In Roosevelt, modern-style homes are popular in the neighborhood.
Take a walk on the sidewalk of this charming Roosevelt street.
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Shopping and dining at Midfield Plaza and Western Hills Mall
For everyday necessities, a short drive to Midfield Plaza and Western Hills Mall will take locals to the nearest Piggly Wiggly for groceries and other popular retail and dining locations, including Waffle House and Walgreens. Beside the highway, residents can find essentials, including wine and beer, at the Blue Bird Sunoco Convenience Store. Across the street is Bre’s Gourmet Restaurant and Catering, known for its chicken. Bre’s menu switches every day.
Hang out with friends in the Western Hills mall near Roosevelt.
Roosevelt has a Family Dollar close by for you shopping needs.
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Basketball at Roosevelt City Recreation Center and hikes in Red Mountain Park
The area has no designated parks, but Valley Creek runs through the community, leaving a swath of green down the center of town. The spacious front and back yards along the creek and the thickly wooded areas provide a distinct natural backdrop. Valley Creek was cleaned in 2023, and around 80 tons of trash were removed. Residents enjoy visiting the Roosevelt City Recreation Center for outdoor recreation. The center includes a tennis and basketball court, a baseball field, a play structure and a pool to help residents stay active. Red Mountain Park, previously a mining location for iron ore, is 3 miles away. Visitors may mountain bike or hike along the tree-laden forest paths. Dog owners may take their canines to Remy’s Dog Park, labeled as one of the top ten dog parks in the south.
Kids love the playground in the Roosevelt neighborhood.
Enjoy a local pick up game at Roosevelt City Recreation Center.
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Wenonah High School offers hospitality program
Children attend Oxmoor Valley Elementary School, which receives a D-plus on Niche. Students continue to Jones Valley Middle School, which receives a D-plus rating. Wenonah High School, which scores a C-minus on Niche, has an Academy of Hospitality & Tourism for students wishing to pursue a career in hospitality.
Oxmoor Valley teaches kids to do their best in Roosevelt.
Jones Valley Middle School teaches Roosevelt kids to give their all.
Wenonah High School encourages a positive classroom environment for Roosevelt teens.
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Entertainment in Birmingham
Most events and entertainment can be found in Birmingham. The Glow Wild event at Birmingham Zoo features light-up animals and decorations from November to mid-January. Residents may watch their favorite football teams at one of the stadiums in the area. Labeled an Alabama tradition since 1972, locals may experience the Annual Birmingham Boat Show. Residents looking to attend religious services may visit Roosevelt City Church of Christ, St. Luke Missionary Baptist Church and Roosevelt Church of God.
Roosevelt is just minutes away from all Birmingham has to offer.
Head on over to Sloss Furnace and check out the Magic City Art Connection near Roosevelt.
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Important to Know
Valley Creek is known to flood, and a recent study was conducted to help mitigate this flooding risk. The construction of two detention basins has been proposed. The CAP Index crime score is a 6 out of 10. The score for homicide is a 9, and assault with a deadly weapon is an 8. The national average is 4. The city of Birmingham has a Common Ground program that aims to address violent crime in the Birmingham area by partnering with local organizations such as the Justice and Governance Partnership, which supports policy improvements regarding reliance on the criminal legal system, and Safe Havens, which provides homework help, recreation services and other wellness programs.
Roosevelt is a great location for walking and jogging.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,655
Median Age
44
Population Density
3 ppl/acre
Population under 18
23.7%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
25.3%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$27,500
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$45,033
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
79%
College Graduates
11.1%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
1.8%
% Population in Labor Force
50.1%
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®
24/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
2/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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