Birmingham, AL Real Estate and Living

Birmingham, Alabama is a city that has grown due to several industrial activities that are conducted there. The place is an entertainment and cultural capital of the state. It is the home of several art galleries such as the Birmingham Museum of Art. The city also has leading opera, symphony orchestra, and ballet companies that include the Alys Stephens Center-based Alabama Symphony Orchestra and Alabama Ballet. Other entertainment sites that area in the area include the historic Alabama Theatre, Birmingham-Jefferson Convention Complex, and the Carver Theatre, which houses Alabama Jazz Hall of Fame

The city has several suburbs, and most of its population lives outside its boundaries. The cost of living in the area not very high, and it is estimated to be equivalent to the national average. People who live in different neighborhoods of Birmingham pay varying amounts of money housing. An individual would like to live in Midfield needs about $50,000 to buy a three-bedroom home while one needs $1 million for the same size of a house in Mountain Brook. The prices of healthcare and groceries are lower compared to other cities across the United States.

The weather of Birmingham varies to the season. It is very cold during winter and temperatures drop to about 45.9°F during winter. Individuals who are not used to the weather may need to dress in heavy clothes. During summer the temperatures rise to an average of 78°F, and they are in between the 50s and 60s during fall and spring.

Most people who live in the suburbs that are within Birmingham prefer to drive. The city has the Birmingham-Jefferson County Transit Authority (BJCTA), which has buses that carry passenger around central Birmingham and the nearby suburbs. It also has the Zyp bike-share program, which encourages people to cycle to work. The local government has been striving to develop pedestrian ways. Residents of Birmingham can fly to different locations from the Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport. Airlines that use the airport include Vacation Express, Delta Air Lines, American Airlines, and Southwest Airlines. The Amtrak train and Greyhound buses also operate in the city.

Recent Birmingham Listings

1103 Barristers Ct Unit 1103, Birmingham image

1103 Barristers Ct Unit 1103, Birmingham $205,000

Don't miss out on this Edenton Loft with all the extras! When you walk in you can't help but notice the beautiful, brick wall that runs the length of the living and dinin...

2 Beds
3 Baths
841299 MLS

Courtesy of LAH - Homewood

Listing courtesy of LAH - Homewood.

412 Shades Crest Rd Unit 1, Birmingham image

412 Shades Crest Rd Unit 1, Birmingham $10,000

Beautiful View lot with a deck built on it. Come watch the sunsets and relax on the Shades Mountain Cliffs.. Please do not pull in the yard. Call Agent to Show

841296 MLS

Courtesy of eXp Realty, LLC

Listing courtesy of eXp Realty, LLC.

3508 Davis Rd, Birmingham $319,900

Prime Location! Right off of HWY 79!!!! Close proximity mile of Jefferson State College, industrial park, directly across from Solid Rock Church, 5 minutes to interstate...

841289 MLS

Courtesy of Keller Williams Realty Vestavia

Listing courtesy of Keller Williams Realty Vestavia.

3513 Cypress Cove Cir, Birmingham $320,000

Unique property in great area on a no traffic cul de sac. Gracious large great room with stone f/p & vaulted ceiling. Kitchen features eat-in space, granite and some st...

4 Beds
3 Baths
841281 MLS

Courtesy of LAH - Homewood

Listing courtesy of LAH - Homewood.

2508 Ridgemont Dr, Birmingham $150,000

Perfect One-Level Townhouse with it's own Garage! So comfortable with Large Windows for lots of Light! Spacious Master Bedroom with own Private Master Bathroom features ...

2 Beds
2 Baths
841278 MLS

Courtesy of RE/MAX Southern Homes

Listing courtesy of RE/MAX Southern Homes.

2416 1st Ave Unit 13, Birmingham $209,900

What a GREAT opportunity to own something in this popular Building with nothing to do but move in... Soaring Ceilings, All Hardwood Flooring, New Bath, New Heating and C...

2 Beds
1 Baths
841263 MLS

Courtesy of RE/MAX Southern Homes

Listing courtesy of RE/MAX Southern Homes.

2520 28th St, Birmingham $65,000

This home has been renovated and offers three beds and one full bath and it sits on two lots with curb appeal. Have your agent schedule a showing today

3 Beds
1 Baths
841256 MLS

Courtesy of Realty One, LLC

Listing courtesy of Realty One, LLC.

162 Brisstol Ln, Birmingham $434,900

**Welcome To 162 Brisstol Ln. In The Highly Sought After Gated Community Of Highland Lakes** This beautiful home is situated on a quiet cul-de-sac street and backs up to ...

4 Beds
4 Baths
841254 MLS

Courtesy of RE/MAX Southern Homes

Listing courtesy of RE/MAX Southern Homes.

3505 Great Oak Ln, Birmingham $279,000

Amazing opportunity to own a home in the popular Nottingham Subdivision w the convenience of Mtn. Brook but lower taxes. Home has been updated with Granite counters, Subw...

3 Beds
2 Baths
841226 MLS

Courtesy of Landmark Birmingham

Listing courtesy of Landmark Birmingham.

5165 Selkirk Dr, Birmingham $249,900

4 BR/3 BA home with finished daylight basement in the Oak Mtn area! Updates include new windows, heat pump, newly remodeled master bathroom, double oven, dishwasher, subw...

4 Beds
3 Baths
841127 MLS

Courtesy of Keller Williams Realty Hoover

Listing courtesy of Keller Williams Realty Hoover.

3973 Spring Valley Rd, Birmingham $399,900

This immaculate home is offering so much space, privacy & great location in unincorporated Bham (lower taxes) but right by Mt. Brook and Irondale! Located on a quiet cul-...

4 Beds
4 Baths
841053 MLS

Courtesy of Ray & Poynor Properties

Listing courtesy of Ray & Poynor Properties.

1216 Ivy Brook Cir, Birmingham $449,000

4 bedroom, 3 full bath is a must see! Located in Homewood and close to everything. Spacious living/dining room area with led recessed lighting, marble fireplace and 9' pl...

4 Beds
3 Baths
841044 MLS

Courtesy of Keller Williams Realty Blount

Listing courtesy of Keller Williams Realty Blount.

3918 11th Ave, Birmingham $514,900

A sweeping golf course view is just the beginning of this wonderful Forest Park property! This home is the ideal package of location, charm and quality so rarely found to...

3 Beds
2 Baths
841090 MLS

Courtesy of RealtySouth-MB-Cahaba Rd

Listing courtesy of RealtySouth-MB-Cahaba Rd.

3404 Trace Cir, Birmingham $535,000

This home makes living easy in the beautiful Wyngate Trace neighborhood! It is 6-bedrooms in a quiet cul-de-sac on almost an acre lot. It has an impressive porch with tal...