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A small rural community where "everybody knows everybody"
Westover is a small rural community on the eastern outskirts of Birmingham, home to just under 2,000. In the town's center is City Hall, where the mayor and five-person council hold bi-monthly public meetings. City Hall and its adjacent library and park are center points of community togetherness, featuring small events like coffee with the mayor, music in the park and summer reading programs. “Westover is that everybody-knows-everybody type of community. It’s very personable,” says Realtor Davonna Uselton of Century 21 J. Carter and Company. Uselton is an area native and has sold homes across the Birmingham region for nearly 5 years. “It has a very rural feel with beautiful countryside. You get that quaint, home-town vibe.”
Residents moved to Westover for the land
The land is the draw to living in Westover, and spacious, woodsy lots offer a secluded feel with a sense of privacy. Several residents have between 5 and 10-acre properties, often used to farm or house animals. Several homeowners have small ponds on their properties. Most houses are custom to the original homeowner, and buyers will find several bungalows, cottages and ranch styles from the latter half of the 20th century. “There’s some new construction in Westover. It’s starting to build up in some areas,” Uselton says. “But there are very few subdivisions.” Newer, 21st-century homes include contemporary farmhouses with over 3,000 square feet. Many homes in the area have front porches, two-car garages and long fences. Houses cost anywhere between $250,000 and $500,000. Westover is not a walkable community, so there are no sidewalks, but locals enjoy a scenic drive through the curvy backroads that meet open fields and heavily wooded lots.
Lots of new construction in Westover Alabama.
Lots of homes in Westover sit far back from the road.
Lots of homes in Westover have a 2 car garage.
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A day at Westover Park
Local families gather at Westover Park, tucked away from Old Highway 280 behind Westover City Hall. Park amenities include a playground for the children, three leveled-off grass fields and two covered pavilions available to rent. Local athletes enjoy a soccer game on the fields, and bikers hit the small, paved path. Residents head to Smith’s Farm for blueberry and blackberry picking when the season is in. For more time outside, locals visit Alabama’s largest state park, Oak Mountain State Park. Locals pack up their cars to take the 25-mile trip to enjoy a day of mountain biking, hiking, horseback riding and kayaking.
Locals enjoy walking at Westover Park.
Westover Park has lots of area to walk, picnic or play close to home.
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Residents mostly head to Chelsea to shop and dine
Few restaurants and stores are in Westover, and residents mostly head to the Chelsea when they want to eat or shop. A popular restaurant between Westover and Chelsea is Las Mesas Mexican Cuisine. The restaurant’s interior aesthetic features stucco arches among colorful décor with a full bar. Menu items include Mexican favorites like tacos, enchiladas and quesadillas, plus specialty plates like camaron a la diabla and the chori-burrito. Shoppers head to Chelsea Crossroads shopping center, 5 miles west of Westover. The shopping center features a Publix, among other service businesses and restaurants like Pizza Hut and a nail salon. And if locals want to stay in Westover, they can grab a few essentials at the local Dollar General.
Las Mesas Mexican Cantina is an upscale Mexican Cantina near Westover Alabama.
Nearby Chelsea has a Publix for your Westover shopping needs.
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Shelby County Schools boast impressive Niche ratings
Kids growing up in the area attend schools within the highly rated Shelby County School district, which earned an overall A-minus on Niche. Young learners start their education at Chelsea Park Elementary School, which Niche gave an A-minus. Students advance to Chelsea Middle School, where students score above the state average on their tests, according to GreatSchools. The middle school earned an overall A-minus on Niche. Students head to Chelsea High School to earn their degrees. High schoolers can join clubs like peer helpers, French club and choir. Niche gave the high school an overall B-plus.
Hopping on I-280
Public Transportation doesn’t reach Westover, so most residents drive when they need to get around. Highway 280 passes directly through the community’s heart and is the most used road for commuting. Travelers hop on 280 westbound for a 25-mile trip into Birmingham.
Welcome to your dream home in the highly sought-after Chelsea School District! Nestled on a private 2+/- acre lot, this beautifully maintained 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom home offers the perfect blend of comfort, functionality, and space. Step inside to discover two spacious living rooms, perfect for entertaining or relaxing with family. The heart of the home is a stunning kitchen featuring a large
This 6.52+/- acre tract is located on HWY 280 in Sterrett. The property has over 130’ frontage on HWY 280 and over 460’ frontage on Byron Rd. The property is currently zoned for residential but has great potential for commercial development
Welcome home to the Villages of Westover! This charming 3BR/2BA one-level home features a spacious upstairs bonus room that could serve as a 4th bedroom, office, or playroom. Enjoy granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and an open-concept layout with a split-bedroom design for privacy. The primary suite includes a walk-in closet and private bath. Outside, enjoy a cozy backyard, patio,
Please note that the advertised price may exclude additional fees. These include a mandatory $55 application fee per applicant; a one-time $75 admin fee; a $11 monthly utility management fee; fees for amenities like smart home or internet service; and optional conditional fees for services like self-guided tours with third-party provider Rently ($1.99 to $11.99), pet fees/rent, or pool
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