Grayson Valley has a convenient location in Jefferson County
Grayson Valley is a Jefferson County community offering retail, golf and nearby green spaces. Some houses are within walking distance of the private Grayson Valley Country Club. "This is a good neighborhood with friendly neighbors and access to the interstate. It's about 25 to 30 minutes from downtown. The area has a lot of restaurants and shopping," says Tonie Johnson, a Birmingham-area Realtor with Avast Realty. Grayson Valley is a census-designated place and a suburb of Birmingham and Trussville.
Split-levels, ranch-style houses and townhouses
Common home styles here include split-levels and ranch-styles, most with a mix of brick and vinyl exteriors. Older properties often have concrete driveways leading to side garages. The Mount Vernon development contains homes from the early 2000s. Grayson Valley houses usually range in price from $130,000 to $280,000. The community has condos and townhouses in developments like Fox Creek that range from $75,000 to $165,000. "The area attracts families and second-time home buyers. The home prices are [comparatively] affordable," Johnson says. Jefferson County has a history of severe storms and tornados, which may result in wind damage and flash flooding.
Teeing off at Grayson Valley Country Club and visiting Turkey Creek Nature Preserv
Grayson Valley Country Club is a private facility inside the community. The club offers an 18-hole golf course, tennis courts, a fitness center and a seasonal pool for members. Locals are about 3 miles from neighborhood parks in nearby Trussville. Turkey Creek Nature Preserve, about a 6-mile drive away, is open Wednesday to Sunday. There are five trails and a popular overlook next to a waterfall. The preserve allows catch-and-release fishing and swimming in the creek; however, visitors should review the county's latest swimming restrictions and use caution while in the water. Farther north, Cosby Lake Park is another passive green space with a scenic lake and those looking to catch bass, catfish and other fish must obtain a proper license.
Commercial hubs line Chalkville Mountain Road
Chalkville Mountain Road brings locals to commercial hubs like Trussville Shopping Center. Retail plazas along the roadway contain national storefronts, service providers and chain restaurants. There are also big box stores like Walmart Supercenter and Sam's Club. A Publix Super Market sits at the intersection of Old Springville and Chalkville roads. The area offers multiple local eateries, such as Gyros Cafe & Restaurant, Tamburro's Italian Home and the Japanese-style grill, Konomi. Residents are close to the new Trussville Entertainment District, which has more restaurant and retail options. The district hosts events throughout the year and live music on weekends.
Bryant Park Elementary is close by
Students attend Bryant Park Elementary on Old Springville Road, which has a C-plus Niche rating. Clay-Chalkville Middle is about 6 miles away, next to Clay-Chalkville High. The schools have C and C-plus ratings, respectively. Families may apply for a transfer request on the Jefferson County Schools website.
I-95 is on the southeastern side
Interstate 95 reaches across the community's eastern side. In 2024, the city of Trussville began expanding I-59 and Chalkville Mountain Road. Drivers pass the Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to reach downtown Birmingham, which is about 17 miles away. Johnson says commuters may experience some traffic when heading to the city center during rush hours. Taking I-95 also leads to the Alabama-Tennessee border in 120 miles.
Written By
Ashley Kennedy
