Melanie Siow
RealtySouth-Shelby Office
(659) 204-4188
161 Total Sales
1 in Midfield
$45,000 Price
Midfield
Suburban Neighborhood in Alabama
Jefferson County 35221, 35228
Neighborhood Reviews
Midfield is a city on the move. This small town south of Birmingham is home to a tight-knit community. Neighbors come together for river clean-ups, basketball games at the recreation center, picnics in the park and more. The town is made up of Craftsman and National-style homes and full-brick ranch-style houses, with home prices ranging from $40,000 to $190,000.
Children in the area attend Midfield Elementary School. The school encourages students to give back to their community with the Midfield Cares Program. Through the program, children have participated in a coloring book and crayon drive for a children's hospital, a Valentine's Day visit to Oak Knoll Nursing Home and a holiday canned food drive. Middle school students attend Rutledge Middle School, while teenagers in the area attend Midfield High School, which boasts fantastic athletic programs.
Midfield Park is a popular spot for community gatherings, with a playground and ample space for picnics and barbeques. Locals can escape the Alabama heat at the park's splash pad, youth leagues can practice at the park's baseball fields and friends can play tennis at the area's courts. Canine companions can run and play at the dog park and local anglers can fish at the park's lake. The Midfield Recreation Center has an activity for just about anyone. Its newly renovated weight room has treadmills, stationary weights, dumbbells, a sauna and locker rooms. Residents can get boxing lessons from "Sweet Lou" Hawkins, take Zumba classes, explore tap, ballet, jazz and hip-hop dance or attend neighborhood association meetings.
Residents can access the High Ore Line Trail from the neighborhood. The tree-shaded 3.1-mile trail passes over several large roads, three active railroads and Valley Creek, offering scenic views of the water. In 2019, an extension was added to the trail, connecting it to Red Mountain Park's Venice Road entrance. Through the park, hikers and bikers can connect to the BMRR South Trail, part of a network of several paths that weave through the beautiful. Visitors to Red Mountain Park are transported back in time, as it's one of the country's largest industrial archaeological sites. Hikers can discover old landmarks and artifacts from the area's mining past through scenic trails. Adventure-seekers can whiz through the mature trees along the park's zip line, enjoying the beautiful views. Of course, there's plenty to experience on foot. The park has 16 miles of multi-use trails that wind through 1,500 forested acres.
Residents can bring their canine companions to Remy's Dog Park within Red Mountain Park. Recognized by Southern Living magazine as one of the "10 Great Southern Dog Parks," this doggie oasis has three separate dog parks with shaded areas, benches and open spaces for pups to run and play. The park also has treehouses for visitors to enjoy. Haskell's Hideaway is a 1.37-mile hike from the welcome center, along the Smythe Trail or via the SkyHy Ridge Trail. Locals can cross a long, swinging bridge to the large platform built around a tree that soars into the sky. Visitors enjoy incredible panoramic views of the park from its viewing platform.
Church's Texas Kitchen, Bre's Gourmet Restaurant and Urban Smoke Bar and Grille are popular local eateries, while groceries and household necessities are found at the town's Piggily Wiggly. With scenic mountain trails, a strong sense of community and proximity to downtown Birmingham, Midfield is an appealing place to call home.
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Rebecca Frankel
Photography Contributed By
Alan Bates
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Melanie Siow
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Justin Marcus
Justin Marcus
Marcus Family Realty LLC
(659) 207-9941
132 Total Sales
1 in Midfield
$37,000 Price
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Tonie Johnson
Tonie Johnson
Avast Realty- Birmingham
(205) 584-0238
22 Total Sales
1 in Midfield
$159,900 Price
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DonYetta Washington
DonYetta Washington
Town Square Realty
(659) 348-0322
36 Total Sales
1 in Midfield
$26,100 Price
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Nathan Dunaway
Nathan Dunaway
IXL Real Estate Birmingham
(659) 348-0060
34 Total Sales
1 in Midfield
$50,000 Price
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Jeremy Galloway
Jeremy Galloway
eXp Realty, LLC Central
(205) 894-6266
111 Total Sales
1 in Midfield
$70,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 7th to 12th
- Public
- 5th to 8th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Grasselli Heights Park
- Picnic Area
- Playground
- Multi-Purpose Field
Midfield Recreation Center
- Baseball/Softball
- Boating
- Football
Brighton Community Center
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
- Playground
Glen Oaks Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
West Brownville Park
- Basketball
- Tennis
- Playground
Willie Mays Park
Brookwood Park
Transit
Reviews
Niche Reviews
10/8/2017
Niche Review
Midfield is a good neighborhood, but it's right next to another neighborhood that's not a good area at all. Only one block separates us. There are no jobs available in this area, it's a small town. All of the businesses are closing, the police department has had to make a cut and they have like 2 cars. It's terrible. My area is safe, small shopping stores, fast food restaurants and a couple of pharmacies are in walking distance.
6/5/2016
Niche Review
Because of the fact that the citizen that reside in the city of Midfield are coming up now to voice their opinions the police visibility is better than how it use to be.
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Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Midfield | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 5 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 3 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 4 | 4 |
| Robbery | 3 | 4 |
| Burglary | 3 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 3 | 4 |
| Larceny | 3 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 4 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Midfield, AL sell after 80 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Midfield, AL over the last 12 months is $86,098, down 5% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Home Trends
Median Price (12 Mo)
$81,250
Median Single Family Price
$80,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$68
Number of Homes for Sale
34
Last 12 months Home Sales
72
Months of Supply
5.70
Median List Price
$89,950
Median Discount From 1st List Price
10%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
25%
Home Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
2,181
Median Year Built
1952
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,283
Significantly below the national average
1,936
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
8,276
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
5,009
Median Age
39
Population Density
3 ppl/acre
Population under 18
26.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
18.2%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$47,857
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$56,244
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
91.3%
College Graduates
21.9%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
7.6%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
60%
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®
37
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
40
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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Riley
Suburb with roots in Birmingham's industrial past and an active community center
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