Glencoe, AL Home for Rent

Glencoe, known as the "City of Patriotism," is a community that proudly honors its military heritage, with hundreds of flags displayed along Highway 431 during holidays. The neighborhood features a mix of Colonial Revival-inspired homes built in the 1990s and 2000s, often with garages, and ranch-style houses with carports, surrounded by lush trees. With a population of over 5,000, Glencoe offers several parks and golf courses, including Wilson Park, which hosts various youth sports facilities and a splash pad, and Hollingsworth Park, known for its batting cages and walking trail. The Links at Briarmeade Golf Club and the RTJ Golf Trail at Silver Lakes provide golfing opportunities, while Dive Land Park offers scuba diving and snorkeling in a local quarry. Dining options are concentrated along U.S. Route 431, featuring popular spots like Hungry Hut for barbecue and Mi Casita Mexican Restaurant for authentic Mexican cuisine. Retail shopping is available at Ollie’s Bargain Outlet and Dollar General, with more options in nearby Gadsden, just 6 miles away. Glencoe Elementary, part of the Etowah County Schools, is highly rated, contributing to the neighborhood's appeal for families. The area experiences mild hurricane effects in the fall but remains safer than the national average in terms of crime. Annual events like Celebration in the Park and Bash! In the Bend bring live music and festivities to the community. Birmingham–Shuttlesworth International Airport is approximately 70 miles away, providing convenient travel access.