$271,418Average Value$163Average Price per Sq Ft19Homes For Sale
Quiet community with a mix of suburban planning and rural sprawl
Mount Olive mixes suburban and rural living over the Appalachian foothills less than 15 miles north of Birmingham. Many homes in Mount Olive were built in the last 20 years, but older homes tend to be on properties of several acres or more. “You’re living in the country when you’re out here, number one,” says Dana Belcher, a Real Estate Agent at RE/MAX and longtime resident of Mount Olive. “You can see the stars, hear the frogs croaking, but you’re also only 5-10 minutes from restaurants and interstates.” East of I-65, locals find modern parks in Gardendale, and heading south they’re about 15 miles to downtown Birmingham.
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Enjoy the wide open spaces of Mount Olive.
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Lots of acreage and country views at Mount Olive homes
Residents live in a textured landscape, with rolling countryside and dense forests mingling with neat subdivisions and suburban cul-de-sacs. Most homes were built within the last 20 years, and several of them are part of ongoing residential development, which is adding subdivisions of craftsman and contemporary-style houses to the housing market. Ranch-style homes, cottages and late-20th-century split-level houses are common in the neighborhood. “You’re more likely to find homes with a lot of acreage,” says Belcher, “However, there really isn’t any other neighborhood around where you don’t have to give up convenience for living in the country.” The quiet and secluded environs are reflected in the community’s CAP Index crime score of 1 out of 10, significantly lower than the national average of 4 out of 10. Mount Olive’s home prices vary depending on home size and acreage. Smaller homes in more contemporary subdivisions range from $190,000 to $350,000. Alternatively, larger homes and homes with lots of acreage range from $360,000 to as much as $600,000.
Ranch and craftsman style homes grace the streets of Mount Olive.
Enjoy the pasture lands of Mount Olive.
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Championship-winning teams at Jefferson County Schools
Jefferson County Schools manages the education of Mount Olive’s public school students. Mount Olive Elementary has a B-minus score on Niche. Students are then bussed to schools in nearby Gardendale, such as Bragg Middle, which has a C-plus rating. Gardendale High has a B-rating and an athletic program that has won 19 state championships over the past 40 years.
Gardendale High School teaches kids to do their best in Mount Olive.
Bragg Middle School takes pride in educating Mount Olive's future leaders.
Mt. Olive Elementary School takes academics seriously.
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Just a few miles to neighboring commercial centers and major roadways
Residents are less than 4 miles from neighboring Gardendale. Those working in Birmingham have a straightforward commute to city employers thanks to Interstate 65, less than a mile east of Mount Olive. Downtown Birmingham is approximately 13 miles south, and the Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport is 19 miles southeast.
Feel welcomed when you visit Mount Olive.
Enjoy a good book at the Gardendale Public Library near Mount Olive.
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Local conveniences and shopping in nearby Gardendale
The neighborhood has a handful of convenience stores, such as Mount Olive Groceries. “We’ve got a couple clothing boutiques, plus this place, Elise’s Bakery,” says Belcher. “People come over from Gardendale for it.” Most residents head to nearby Gardendale for the essentials. Retailers like Dollar General and Gardendale Foodland are available alongside national chain restaurants like Buffalo Wild Wings, Cracker Barrel and Olive Garden. There are also regional chains like Full Moon BBQ, a family-owned business specializing in slow-cooked, Southern-style barbeque.
Enjoy some tacos with friends at Taco Mama near Mount Olive.
Grab a bite at Taziki's near Mount Olive.
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Spaces at the local community center and modern parks just a few miles from Mount Olive
Local organizations and residents can rent space for meetings or events at the Mount Olive Community Center, which also features a walking track. Gardendale and other neighboring communities are also where residents can get active and enjoy the outdoors. Celebration Park is 4 miles to the south, featuring covered pavilions, playgrounds and a splash pad. The park is also home to the Gardendale Soccer Complex, which has two lighted soccer fields frequently used by the Gardendale Soccer Association. Even more athletic facilities are available in Bill Noble Park, 3 miles to the east. Modern playgrounds and covered pavilions surround lighted baseball diamonds, basketball courts and walking trails. Licensed hunters can head to Mulberry Fork Wildlife Area, 39 miles to the west.
Visit the Mount Olive Community Center for fun with friends.
Play some disc golf at Celebration Park near Mount Olive.
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Family friendly fun at the Annual Gardendale Magnolia Festival
Vendors from all over the region come to the Annual Gardendale Magnolia Festival. The festival aims to promote local businesses, artists and civil service in the Gardendale area through a family-friendly and dog-friendly festival featuring live entertainment, carnival rides and a car show.
Weather patterns in the Birmingham Metro Area
The Birmingham metro area is located in a weather region called “Dixie Alley,” a region of the southern United States with a high frequency of severe thunderstorms and tornadoes. The city of Birmingham has emergency preparedness plans in place should an extreme weather event occur.
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