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McCalla

McCalla

Located in Jefferson County

$297,904 Average Value
$166 Average Price per Sq Ft
16 Homes For Sale

New commercial developments in the rural community of McCalla

When Kim Jenkins first moved to McCalla, it was just a sleepy farm town with rolling hill pastures and a few homes scattered here and there. A local Realtor with Vylla Home, Jenkins moved to the neighborhood about 24 years ago simply for the convenience of being halfway between Birmingham and Tuscaloosa. “There was really nothing here until about 10 to 20 years ago -- just the one school and maybe a gas station, but now we have that new, bustling little commerce area near Interstate 459.” Along with grocery stores, restaurants and a central industrial park, a state-of-the-art hospital opened in McCalla in 2024. “It’s been a great and pretty vital addition to the community because before, the closest hospital was about 20 miles away in Birmingham,” Jenkins says. While folks “certainly appreciate all the new conveniences,” a lot of lifelong residents “miss the laid-back, truly rural living,” she says. “We still have quite a bit of farmland, but it’s definitely changed the way of life here.”

Enjoy a mix of farm and suburban lifestyles when you are in McCalla.
Enjoy a mix of farm and suburban lifestyles when you are in McCalla.
Enjoy a beautiful sunny day in McCalla.
Enjoy a beautiful sunny day in McCalla.
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New townhomes and houses around McAdory High School

Modern subdivisions branch out from the two-lane highways bordering McCalla’s central rail yard and industrial park. New construction one-story townhomes and two-story houses sit in packed subdivisions around McAdory High School and the new shopping center. With next-door conveniences, these contemporary Craftsman and Tudor-style homes sell fast and typically cost between $200,000 and $500,000. Similarly priced new traditional homes with carpet-like green lawns date back to the early 2000s further down Eastern Valley Road. These quieter homes offer spacious half-acre yards lined with dense woodlands. Those seeking even more green space and privacy can check out the original cape-cods and ranch-style homes scattered throughout McCalla. Dating back to the 1990s, the one-story homes offer multi-acre wooded lots and usually range between $300,000 to $330,000.

Enjoy a walk down a quiet street in McCalla.
Enjoy a walk down a quiet street in McCalla.
Admire this gorgeous new home in McCalla.
Admire this gorgeous new home in McCalla.
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McAdory High students can choose from 9 Signature Academies

McCalla students are zoned for Jefferson County Schools. Preschoolers can start at McAdory Elementary, which scores a B on Niche. McAdory Middle and McAdory High Schools both earn a C-plus. Students at McAdory High School can study at one of the nine Signature Academies, which include manufacturing, agriscience and automotive technology.

Macadory Middle School strives for great academics near McCalla.
Macadory Middle School strives for great academics near McCalla.
Macadory High School teaches future leaders near McCalla.
Macadory High School teaches future leaders near McCalla.
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New developments bring more traffic to Interstate 459

McCalla’s central location and direct highway access make it easy to get into Downtown Birmingham, but the commute isn’t as fast as it used to be. “The new developments around Interstate 459 have brought a lot of traffic to that area,” says Jeremy Galloway, a local resident and Realtor with Southern State Realty Partners. This major highway links to Interstate 20 on the west side of McCalla. From here, commuters can drive 20 miles north to Birmingham or head 40 miles south to Tuscaloosa.

Enjoy the tree covered areas of McCalla.
Enjoy the tree covered areas of McCalla.
Take the short drive to downtown and check out the Birmingham Museum of Art near McCalla.
Take the short drive to downtown and check out the Birmingham Museum of Art near McCalla.
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The Shoppes at Letson Farms has groceries and a few local restaurants

On the north end of McCalla, new commercial developments sit on either side of Interstate 459. The Shoppes at Letson Farms is a new retail center anchored by Piggly Wiggly/Ace Hardware, a one-stop shop where locals find farm-fresh produce and basic home improvement supplies. Family-owned restaurants like All Original Pizzeria are just a few doors down, and fast food chains outline the parking lot. Colonial Promenade Tannehill is a larger shopping center just across the freeway. It has Publix, Target and other national retailers, along with the local movie theater.

Take in the retail options in McCalla.
Take in the retail options in McCalla.
Shop until you drop at one of the shopping centers near McCalla.
Shop until you drop at one of the shopping centers near McCalla.
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Grace Life Baptist Church built a new 60-acre park

A long gravel road leads to the fenced-in baseball fields at McCalla Ballpark, where families gather to watch Little League games compete each spring. Grace Life Baptist Church recently finished developing Shadow Lake along Interstate 459. Once an old dairy farm, the 60-acre park is now a shared community space where folks can go fishing or hang out around the firepit. Anyone can pay to play at Bent Brook Golf Course, which has 27-holes and an on-site restaurant. Over 1,500 acres of riverside hiking trails and a 19th century iron-making facility are just south of McCalla at Tannehill Ironworks Historical State Park.

Hit a home run at the McCalla Ball Park.
Hit a home run at the McCalla Ball Park.
Shoot some hoops at Shadow Lake in McCalla.
Shoot some hoops at Shadow Lake in McCalla.
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Crime

McCalla has an overall CAP Index Crime Score of 2 out of 10, compared to the national average of 4.

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McCalla Housing Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$299,900
Median Sale Price
$295,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$309,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$274,900
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Last 12 months Home Sales
64
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
2%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$166

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
3,571
Number of Homes for Sale
16
Median Year Built
1998
Months of Supply
3.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,107
Above the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,342
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
21,780

Open Houses

  • 4788 Longmeadow Dr, Bessemer, AL 35022

    $264,900

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,395 Sq Ft
    • 4788 Longmeadow Dr

    Charming One-Level Living in McCalla! Welcome home to 4788 Longmeadow Drive! This beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home is ready for its next owner to love. If you’re looking for easy, one-level living, this home has it all. The spacious Primary Suite features a double vanity, jetted garden tub, walk-in shower, and an oversized walk-in closet—perfect for relaxing after a long day. The

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    Debbie Burks
    Keller Williams Realty Hoover
    (205) 671-2415
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  • 5574 Cheshire Cove Place, McCalla, AL 35111

    $335,000

    • 4 Beds
    • 2.5 Baths
    • 2,520 Sq Ft
    • 5574 Cheshire Cove Place
    • New 25 days ago

    Welcome To Cheshire Parc. The Scottsdale! Enjoy entertaining friends and family in the generously sized living room/dining room area as everyone mingles around the appetizers on the granite island in the kitchen. Or take it outside to your patio and fire up the grill. There is plenty of countertop space for all the game day food in your roomy kitchen! Head upstairs to find your master suite,

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    AnnMarie Hall
    Kelly Right Real Estate of Ala
    (205) 793-4683
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  • 22873 Downing Park Cir, Mc Calla, AL 35111

    $310,000

    • 4 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 2,024 Sq Ft
    • 22873 Downing Park Cir

    Step into this stunning 4-bedrm, 3-bathrm home in the highly sought-after Tannehill Preserve community. Offering 2,024 square ft of thoughtfully designed living space on a 0.16-acre lot, this 2-story residence blends comfort and style seamlessly. Built in 2011, the home features a spacious open floor plan, recessed lighting, and a mix of carpet, hardwood laminate, and tile flooring. The modern

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    Liliana Perez
    Keller Williams Realty Hoover
    (205) 973-6969
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Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

McCalla Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
12,778
Median Age
42
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
24%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
20.1%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$68,802
On par with the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$88,977

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
94.7%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
32.6%
Advanced Degrees
14.9%
% Population in Labor Force
63.3%
On par with the national average
65.1%

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®®

23 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®®

5 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address. CAP Index provides objective, accurate, and consistent data to help measure, compare, and mitigate crime risks.

Disclaimer: Certain information contained herein is derived from information provided by parties other than Homes.com. Our sources include: Accuweather, Public Records and Neustar. All information provided is deemed reliable, but is not guaranteed to be accurate and should be independently verified.
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