Garden District
Varied architectural style with a diverse history
The Garden District’s architectural style is both historic and diverse. “With historical designation, we aren’t allowed to build new properties,” says Cadden. “Houses here are at least 50 to 60 years old with numerous properties from the early 1900s still intact.” Towering oak trees sit on sidewalk-lined streets in front of classic American Craftsman-style homes and Queen Anne revivals. Homebuyers can also find cozy bungalows and Tudor-style cottages scattered throughout the neighborhood. Housing prices range from $100,000 to 250,000.
Head to Bellinger Hill Park
Bellinger Hill Park sits in the middle of the Garden District and offers year-round outdoor recreation. The open green space has a playground and shaded picnic tables, making it a favorite destination among residents. In the northern part of the neighborhood, the Downtown Branch YMCA holds numerous indoor activities, including adult basketball and personal training programs. History buffs can visit the Governor’s Mansion and explore the 116-year-old building via public tours. The Mansion is home to the governor and the first family and is protected by the state of Alabama.Emerging commercial opportunities
Historically, the Garden District has been strictly residential to preserve the significant houses and architecture that make up the neighborhood. However, recent efforts have sought to shift the district in a more commercial direction. “In order to modernize, you have to start gearing away from a strictly residential space,” says Cadden. “We are pushing for an expansion into tiny restaurants and coffee shops within the neighborhood.” One example of this shift is the 1616 House, a luxury wedding and special events venue in a repurposed mansion from 1915. The house maintains the historic elements of the building while providing a space for the community to come together. Restaurants can be found along the neighborhood’s western border, including J.W. Beverette’s Soul Food, which serves classic southern cuisine and home-cooked recipes. Residents can head to the Faircourt Shopping Center south of the neighborhood to shop for groceries at Meat City Market.Community Engagement
The Garden District Preservation Association (GDPA) is active in the neighborhood and hosts events ranging from neighborhood clean-ups to pet parades. Residents can meet with the association on the first Monday of every month to discuss neighborhood news, events, and policies. In the spring and fall, the GDPA hosts potluck picnics, bringing the whole community together with food, live music, and other festivities.Montgomery Public School District
The Montgomery Public School District serves the area. Younger students can begin their education at Nixon Elementary and Bellingrath Middle School, both of which scored a D-plus rating on Niche. Sidney Lanier High School is famous for its Gothic-revival style architecture and received a C-minus rating on Niche. Nearby, Alabama State University is a historically black public university offering higher education with Division-1 athletics. Alabama State has numerous notable alumni ranging from prominent civil rights figures to contemporary musicians.
Interstate 85 connects to downtown
Interstate 85 makes up the neighborhood’s northern border, granting residents an easy commute into downtown Montgomery. Public transportation is a viable option, as numerous bus routes run through Fairview Avenue and Route 21. For those looking to travel, the Montgomery Regional Airport is under 10 miles away.


Agents Specializing in this Area
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Trey Sippial
Statewide Realty Group
(334) 261-5136
262 Total Sales
5 in Garden District
$176K - $345K Price Range
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Billy Young
Responds QuicklySandra Nickel Hat Team REALTOR
(205) 827-6769
112 Total Sales
13 in Garden District
$42K - $335K Price Range
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Phelps Reid
Responds QuicklyReid & Davis Realtors, LLC.
(334) 269-8279
199 Total Sales
5 in Garden District
$335K - $580K Price Range
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Jasmine Robinson
Responds QuicklyKW Montgomery
(334) 349-7021
71 Total Sales
2 in Garden District
$40K - $75K Price Range
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Edward Farrior
Responds QuicklyERA Weeks & Browning Realty
(205) 827-2025
116 Total Sales
1 in Garden District
$45,000 Price
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Keith Roll
Responds QuicklyCapital Rlty Grp River Region
(334) 721-1812
76 Total Sales
4 in Garden District
$150K - $325K Price Range
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Garden District | US |
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Homicide | 6 | 4 |
Sexual Assault | 4 | 4 |
Assault with Weapon | 5 | 4 |
Robbery | 4 | 4 |
Burglary | 4 | 4 |
Motor Vehicle Theft | 3 | 4 |
Larceny | 4 | 4 |
Crime Score | 4 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Garden District Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Garden District, Montgomery sell after 104 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Garden District, Montgomery over the last 12 months is $334,750, down 20% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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