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Solomon Marlow
Responds Quickly
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(334) 342-3201
16 Total Sales
1 in Highland Park
$75,000 Price
Highland Park
Suburban Neighborhood in Montgomery, Alabama
Montgomery County 36107
If kitschy, historic homes are your cup of tea, you might want to take a closer look at Montgomery's Highland Park. This neighborhood is steeped in architectural history, with a spoonful of that Southern hospitality Alabama is known for. Expect to find homes that date as far back as the 1900s, on streets surrounded by mature trees. "There are a lot of great investment properties here," says Amylynne Blake, a Realtor with Wallace and Moody Realty. "Highland Avenue especially has big, historic Queen Anne houses that are really cool."
Prairie-style homes with inviting front porches and craftsman cottages with triangular roofs and colonial-influenced white columns also characterize the area. With plenty of sidewalks, neighborhood strolls are a popular pastime. It's common for neighbors to walk around the block, greeting each other along the way.
Teenagers attend Dr. Percy L. Julian High School. Formally called Robert E. Lee High, the school changed its name in 2020 to that of the notable Black chemist. Home to the Generals, this school also serves Maxwell Air Force Base residents. The school has a fantastic athletics program with several alums going on to be professionals – at least ten former students went on to play for the NFL.
Younger children attend Highland Avenue Elementary School. The school benefits from having on-site social workers. Backpack programs send children home on Fridays with backpacks filled with food which they return empty the following Monday. The school also partners with Carastar Health to provide children with mental health services, should they ever need them. Another partner is Family Sunshine Center, which provides trauma counseling at the school for children who need it, so parents don't have to take time off their jobs. Highland Avenue Elementary takes care of its students' educational and emotional needs, to remove any barriers to future success.
Residents of Highland Park enjoy proximity to the beautiful Oak Park. This historic park has 40 acres of gorgeous gardens, playgrounds and a fish pond. Trails wind around the park, shaded by thick oak trees. It's a popular picnic spot with sheltered tables and a wi-fi hot spot.
If throwing horseshoes, picnicking or scenic walks aren't enough, the W.A. Gayle Planetarium is right next door. Since its opening in 1968, the planetarium has been exciting and educating science enthusiasts of all ages with its exhibits. Its Super Mediaglobe II is the world's first full-color single-lens digital planetarium. It projects simulations of information gathered across the universe. Visitors can take in simulations of stars, planets and constellations and imagine faraway worlds. The planetarium also projects the natural sky with simulated lightning, clouds, rain, snow and aurora projected on the ceiling. It is a must-see in the area.
Locals can raise their heart rate with a friendly game of tennis at O'Connor Tennis Center. The facility is open to the public, with $5 court fees. Lessons are also available to children ages 4 – 16, summer camps and high school tournaments.
Shopping gets done at Midtown Plaza, which offers familiar fast food brands such as Burger King and Popeyes, Ross Dress for Less, Walmart Supercenter, GameStop and more. American Deli is there, offering hot wings, cheesesteaks and other comfort foods. Yummy Yaki Mongolian Stir-Fry and Ramen is a local gem known for delicious bowls of ramen and other Asian staples.
KRU on Mt. Meigs is a tavern where patrons can enjoy a cocktail and dance to music spun by local DJs. The bar hosts events organized by Gravity, with frequent musical performances, poetry readings and art exhibitions.
Even though Highland Park is just walking distance from Montgomery's riverfront museums and restaurants, this neighborhood has plenty to offer right on its doorstep.
Written By
Rebecca Frankel
Photography Contributed By
Alan Bates
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Solomon Marlow
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Billy Young
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Billy Young
Responds QuicklySandra Nickel Hat Team REALTOR
(205) 827-6769
115 Total Sales
4 in Highland Park
$65K - $121K Price Range
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Tess Tolbert
Tess Tolbert
Responds QuicklyOrchard Brokerage, LLC
(334) 686-0648
81 Total Sales
1 in Highland Park
$7,200 Price
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Edward Farrior
Edward Farrior
Responds QuicklyERA Weeks & Browning Realty
(205) 827-2025
116 Total Sales
1 in Highland Park
$31,000 Price
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Steven Koleno
Steven Koleno
Dream Town Real Estate
(855) 618-0341
10,901 Total Sales
1 in Highland Park
$58,000 Price
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Cliff Glansen
Cliff Glansen
Flatfee.com Inc.
(754) 755-8484
5,935 Total Sales
2 in Highland Park
$33K - $36K Price Range
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Oak Park
Louis Armstrong Memorial Park
- Trails
- Playground
- Multi-Purpose Field
Vickers Park
- Trails
- Multi-Purpose Field
Oak Park
Fitzgerald Park
- Trails
- Playground
- Events
Mary Ann Neeley Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Highland Park | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 7 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 6 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 8 | 4 |
| Robbery | 7 | 4 |
| Burglary | 8 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 7 | 4 |
| Larceny | 6 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 7 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Highland Park Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Highland Park, Montgomery sell after 72 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Highland Park, Montgomery over the last 12 months is $46,900, down 15% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$65,000
Median Sale Price
$46,900
Median Single Family Sale Price
$59,900
Median Change From 1st List Price
11%
Last 12 months Home Sales
28
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-15%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$48
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
533
Number of Homes for Sale
13
Median Year Built
1940
Months of Supply
5.60
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,166
Significantly below the national average
1,933
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
7,405
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 Renters
Demographics
Total Population
3,040
Median Age
34
Population Density
6 ppl/acre
Population under 18
29.4%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
13.9%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$24,166
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$39,860
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
71.6%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
18.3%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
5.2%
% Population in Labor Force
54.9%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
51''
Average Winter Low Temperature
37°F
Average Summer High Temperature
94°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
54
/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
50
/ 100
Minimal Transit
Transit Score®
22
/ 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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