Cahaba Heights
Home prices are lower than in the rest of Vestavia Hills
Home values in Cahaba Heights began increasing after Vestavia Hills annexed the neighborhood in 2002. Homes here today are in high demand with families and young professionals seeking a quiet neighborhood with spacious yards, large trees and sidewalks. Home prices are lower on average than those in other neighborhoods within the Vestavia Hills area – but still higher than the average home in Alabama. Bungalows, small ranchers and condos begin at $150,000 and reach a high of about $255,000. New townhomes can run to $415,000. Colonials, split-levels, modern cottages and Tudor houses round out the mix, ranging from $265,000 up to $1.7 million for a newer custom-built house with multiple bedrooms. First-time buyers can get established in this desirable neighborhood by watching for small ranch-style houses in need of some TLC, with some as low as $122,500.Niche.com gives Cahaba Heights teachers an A+
There are both public and private school options in the Cahaba Heights area. Teachers at Vestavia Hills Elementary Cahaba Heights are graded an A+ by Niche.com. The school earns an overall grade of A. Liberty Park Middle School and its teachers both earn an A+. The Rebels Helping Rebels Grace Fund at Vestavia Hills High School covers fees for various school-related activities to ensure that students of all financial means can participate. Niche awards the high school an A+.Top-of-the-line playground at Cahaba Heights Park
Younger kids can get a little wild on the playground at popular Cahaba Heights Park, which opened in 2020 behind Vestavia Hills Elementary Cahaba Heights. The playground, from the swings to the weblike climbing structure, is turfed by a rubber surface that feels a lot less harsh than concrete. A canopy covers the sliding board, protecting kids from that Alabama sunshine. The park also has four new baseball fields, a dog park and green space. “It’s close to the heart of the city,” Warner says, “so its’s very convenient for people.” The 1.3-mile Boulder Canyon Nature Trail in Vestavia Hills, southwest of Cahaba Heights, passes small waterfalls as it loops through a hardwood forest.Upscale boutiques and fiery pizza at Heights Village
Heights Village is a pedestrian friendly “modern village” popular for its independently owned shops and restaurants. Clover + Bee is a fun-loving women's boutique while neighbor Lili Pad is a favorite for its playful childrenswear. Heat-seeking foodies land at Troup’s, a gourmet pizzeria helmed by award-winning chef Terrill Brazelton. Hot chicken, jalapeno cheddar and fresh jalapenos amp up the heat on his acclaimed Blazer pizza. One of the neighborhood’s oldest restaurants is Miss Myra’s Pit Bar-B-Q, famous for its in-house smoked barbecue and banana pudding. Locals also hit Waldo’s Chicken & Beer for its game nights, live music and convivial vibe. Popular grocery stores include Whole Foods, Publix and Winn-Dixie. The enormous Summit Birmingham, an upscale mall with an AMC movie theater, borders the neighborhood.Downtown Birmingham is an easy commute from Cahaba Heights
Cahaba Heights is 9 miles from downtown Birmingham via Highway 280 and Highway 31 – but note that Highway 280 can get busy at rush hour. Interstate 459 runs alongside the neighborhood and links to Interstate 20, which continues east to Atlanta. Atlanta is 145 miles from Cahaba Heights. MAX Transit Bus 280 links downtown Birmingham with Summit Birmingham.More than 20 vendors attend the farmer’s market
The Vestavia Hills Farmer’s Market runs Wednesday mornings from April through August at Scout Square on Hwy 31. During “Halloween in the Heights,” hosted by the Cahaba Heights Business Association, kids get tricks and treats the Saturday before Halloween from local businesses. The annual “Holiday in the Hills” winter celebration includes a tree-lighting festival, Menorah lighting, breakfast with Santa and the Vestavia Hills Christmas Parade.
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Amy Balfour
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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David Emory
David Emory
ARC Realty Vestavia
(659) 207-5434
85 Total Sales
1 in Cahaba Heights
$469,900 Price
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Molly Giddens
Molly Giddens
Keller Williams Realty Hoover
(659) 204-7506
54 Total Sales
1 in Cahaba Heights
$249,900 Price
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Brian Kelleher
Brian Kelleher
Keller Williams Homewood
(659) 207-5345
158 Total Sales
4 in Cahaba Heights
$246K - $551K Price Range
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Melanie Siow
Melanie Siow
RealtySouth-Shelby Office
(659) 204-4188
154 Total Sales
1 in Cahaba Heights
$560,000 Price
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James Faulkner
James Faulkner
RealtySouth-MB-Crestline
(659) 204-7650
161 Total Sales
7 in Cahaba Heights
$210K - $761K Price Range
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Brent Gulledge
Brent Gulledge
EXIT Realty Crossroads
(659) 207-4250
101 Total Sales
1 in Cahaba Heights
$350,000 Price
Schools
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- 10th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Overton Park
Alabama Veterans Memorial Park
- Events
- Museum
Irondale Furnace Park and Trail
- Bike Trails
- Fishing
- Trails
Railroad Park
- Lake
- Playground
- Events
Liberty Park
- Trails
- Amphitheater
Veterans Park
- Bike Trails
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Spain Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Playground
- Multi-Purpose Field
Meadowlawn Park
Altadena Park
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Cahaba Heights | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 2 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 2 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 2 | 4 |
| Robbery | 1 | 4 |
| Burglary | 3 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 3 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 3 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Cahaba Heights Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Cahaba Heights, Vestavia sell after 53 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Cahaba Heights, Vestavia over the last 12 months is $372,700, down 31% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$437,200
Median Sale Price
$372,700
Median Single Family Sale Price
$475,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$389,135
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$840,875
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Last 12 months Home Sales
161
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-31%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$264
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
5,170
Number of Homes for Sale
40
Median Year Built
1987
Months of Supply
3.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,865
Significantly above the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,119
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,230
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
855
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
16,988
Open Houses
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Thursday, Jul 314 - 6pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$1,759 - $3,755 per month
- The Filmont
- Studio-2 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 826+ Sq Ft
- 3389 Endeavor Ln
- Vestavia Hills, AL
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$995 - $1,935 per month
- Colony Woods
- 1-3 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 784+ Sq Ft
- 2000 Colony Park Dr
- Birmingham, AL
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
18,236
Median Age
37
Population Density
2 ppl/acre
Population under 18
25%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
15.6%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$102,335
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$139,264
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
98.7%
College Graduates
71.6%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
30.8%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
77%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
57''
Average Winter Low Temperature
35°F
Average Summer High Temperature
91°F
Annual Snowfall
1''
Area Factors
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
10
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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