Homewood, AL Real Estate and Living

Homewood has over 25,000 residents and is part of the Birmingham-Hoover metro area. It is situated in a valley region within the Appalachian foothills. The topography includes a mix of forests and open land with hills that reach up to 600 feet above the valley. The region attracts young, educated families who are searching for alternatives to Atlanta and comparable thriving urban centers. Homewood has a humid subtropical climate that’s distinctly southern with long summers and mild winters.

Education Overview

Homewood has five public educational facilities. These include three elementary, one middle and one high school. Edgewood Elementary School has a GreatSchools ranking of 9, and the other schools rate a solid 8. Homewood has more teachers, counselors and librarians available per student than the national average. Almost 60 percent of the adult population has a four-year college degree.

Things to Do

You’ll be pleasantly surprised at the lively ambiance of this upscale suburb. Explore cultural institutions, fine dining establishments, chic shops, downtown’s bustling business center and hot nightspots. Residents also have easy access to all of nearby Birmingham’s attractions. These include the Alabama Jazz Hall of Fame, Birmingham Botanical Gardens, Jemison Park Nature Trail and numerous museums.

Real Estate Overview

Homewood comprises three neighborhoods: Beckham, Soho and the Park at Beckingham. Almost 25 percent of the housing in Homewood dates back to the 1950s. This makes the area ideal for residents who enjoy homes with character and like to live in established neighborhoods. The median home value is approximately $298,000, but you can get a three-bedroom condo for under $100,000. Property values have increased by 7 percent in the last 12 months and more than 15 percent over a 10-year time span.

Recent Homewood Listings

1215 Saulter Rd, Homewood $649,900

Complete renovation in Homewood! This is a full brick home on a level lot with no detail left untouched. New paint, landscaping, lighting and fence outside. Inside a new ...

4 Beds
4 Baths
856759 MLS

Courtesy of Dream Home Realty, Inc.

Listing courtesy of Dream Home Realty, Inc..

1501 Royce Rd, Homewood $359,900

RENOVATED One level Brick home in Homewood with YES, a Full Basement! This home is thoughtfully crafted with unique elements of design. Living/Dining Room and Kitchen are...

3 Beds
3 Baths
856654 MLS

Courtesy of LAH - Homewood

Listing courtesy of LAH - Homewood.

1005 Irving Rd, Homewood $529,000

This adorable Craftsman style home is waiting for you! Gleaming hardwoods throughout with tile in bathrooms. Living room has a brick fireplace with gas logs and an arched...

3 Beds
2 Baths
856647 MLS

Courtesy of Harris Doyle Properties, LLC

Listing courtesy of Harris Doyle Properties, LLC.

845 Acton Ave, Homewood $369,900

Looking for a true 4 bedroom home that has 3 FULL baths and doesn’t look like its kitchen was built in 1970? Yeah, we know, they are kinda hard to find these days. How bo...

4 Beds
3 Baths
856643 MLS

Courtesy of Brooks Hall Real Estate & Design

Listing courtesy of Brooks Hall Real Estate & Design.

520 Tamworth Ln, Homewood $1,375,000

Spectacular new home in Hollywood on a double lot. Meticulously planned spaces and finishes. Coffee bar off the master suite, beverage bar in the kitchen, cedar beams, wh...

5 Beds
5 Baths
856501 MLS

Courtesy of RE/MAX Southern Homes

Listing courtesy of RE/MAX Southern Homes.

1748 Windsor Blvd, Homewood $335,000

This 3 bed, 2 bath home is a nice layout with a large yard and covered parking. 1748 Windsor Blvd is conveniently located close to Samford, Hwy 31 and all that Homewood ...

3 Beds
2 Baths
856474 MLS

Courtesy of LIST Birmingham

Listing courtesy of LIST Birmingham.

1606 Woodfern Dr, Homewood $285,000

ADORABLE Homewood cottage under 300k! Convenient to all local shopping, dining, park and Homewood City Schools. Home features include; 3 bedrooms and an updated bathroom ...

3 Beds
1 Baths
856471 MLS

Courtesy of LAH - Homewood

Listing courtesy of LAH - Homewood.

107 Malaga Ave, Homewood $735,000

Visit this home! You must see it to appreciate the back-house, the huge yard, the sport-court and the layout of the main house. Once you walk in you will be hard-pressed...

4 Beds
3 Baths
856455 MLS

Courtesy of LIST Birmingham

Listing courtesy of LIST Birmingham.

1780 Woodbine Cir, Homewood $279,900

Perfect Private Location Situated on a Large Cul-de-Sac Lot Zoned for Excellent Homewood Schools!!! This all single level home has had some updates done for you and just...

4 Beds
3 Baths
856434 MLS

Courtesy of RE/MAX Southern Homes

Listing courtesy of RE/MAX Southern Homes.

605 Greenhill Dr, Homewood $295,000

California contemporary with large master bedroom and bath on one side of the house and 3 bedrooms and a full bath on the other side with beautiful travertine marble floo...

4 Beds
2 Baths
856417 MLS

Courtesy of Lynn Russell Realty

Listing courtesy of Lynn Russell Realty.

1611 Mountain Gap Cir, Homewood $469,000

You will love this beautifully updated home located in one of the fastest growing areas of Homewood. The spacious floor plan encompasses 4 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms and ...

4 Beds
3 Baths
856391 MLS

Courtesy of RealtySouth-OTM-Acton Rd

Listing courtesy of RealtySouth-OTM-Acton Rd.

1517 Saulter View Rd, Homewood $465,000

Here's that move-in ready, adorably updated three bedroom home in Homewood that you've been waiting for! New roof in 2016! New deck and exterior paint in 2018! New window...

3 Beds
3 Baths
856388 MLS

Courtesy of RealtySouth-Homewood

Listing courtesy of RealtySouth-Homewood.

837 Grove St, Homewood $299,000

Charming home centrally located in Homewood. This home had many updates in 2014 to include new roof, new HVAC, new windows and driveway with parking pad. It is within wal...

3 Beds
2 Baths
856377 MLS

Courtesy of Monarch Property Management

Listing courtesy of Monarch Property Management.

145 Lucerne Blvd, Homewood $429,000

LOCATION is FANTASTIC! 3 Bdrm / 2 Ba home perched on treed & private lot with 0.78 Acres - off Lakeshore Drive! Natural Lighting Galore... Living / Dining / Bdrms. Tons o...