Ensley, AL Homes for Rent

Ensley, a neighborhood in Birmingham, is known for its strong community roots and historical ties to the steel industry. Although the steel production at The Ensley Works has ceased, the neighborhood's proximity to I-20 allows residents to commute easily to jobs throughout the greater Birmingham area. Ensley features local dining, specialty shopping, and convenience options, particularly along 20th Street Ensley. Residents often socialize on front porches or walk to local parks and the East Ensley Public Library. The neighborhood is characterized by grassy blocks of single-family homes built between the 1920s and 1950s, including bungalows, shotguns, and four square style houses. These homes vary from fixer-uppers to move-in ready properties. Ensley’s narrow residential sidewalks, lined with bushes, flowers, and mature trees, connect the community. The neighborhood's location near I-20 provides a 7-mile commute to downtown Birmingham, with public transportation available via bus stops. Downtown Ensley offers essential services and dining options, such as Marino’s Market, Family Dollar, Dollar General, Stop & Shop Square, and Heritage Coffee. McAlpine Park and Ensley Park provide large green spaces, athletic fields, playgrounds, and community pools. The area is safer than the national average, contributing to its appeal. Ensley also has active high school alumni associations that host annual events and raise scholarship funds for current students.