Fred Smith
Responds Quickly
RealtySouth-MB-Crestline
(659) 204-5632
456 Total Sales
1 in Kingston
$60,000 Price
Kingston
Suburban Neighborhood in Birmingham, Alabama
Jefferson County 35212, 35234
Tucked between Avondale and Woodlawn is the northeast Birmingham community of Kingston. The neighborhood was named after Peyton King, an 1800s settler, resident and attorney in Birmingham. Local initiatives like Live HealthSmart Alabama, Blank Space Birmingham, The Kingston Coalition and the Kingston Neighborhood Association have teamed up to breathe new life into this small community. Kingston's population had steadily declined, and schools, businesses and grocery stores closed shortly after. Live HealthSmart Alabama listened to the community and worked to transform the neighborhood with improved sidewalks, wheelchair-accessible street ramps, new bus shelters, improved lighting in hard-to-see areas, landscaping with trees and flowers and colorful murals.
Craftsman-style homes are the dominant style in the area, with ranch-style homes also making frequent appearances. Home prices range from $12,500 to $135,000. Regarding schooling, Dupuy Alternative School is within Kingston for any students who may need extra help. Otherwise, kids in the area attend Hayes K-8 School, which serves both the elementary and middle school grades. Next, students attend Woodlawn High School. Alum Tony Nathan was the first Black football player at the school. Birmingham native filmmakers, the Erwin Brothers, brought his story to the big screen in their 2015 film "Woodlawn." The school has a C-minus overall score from Niche.
As a part of the Live HealthSmart Alabama's Kingston project, Stockham Park has received a complete makeover. Together with Blank Space Bham, they covered the neighborhood park in colorful murals with messages that resonate with the community. Unity-centered phrases like "welcome to the barbecue" and "fly high and set the pace" were painted throughout the area to offer encouragement to residents. And the residents of Kingston offered encouragement right back, bringing food and drinks to those working on the park's new murals. Stockham Park features a covered picnic area, perfect for community gatherings, sports facilities and a playground for little ones. Just minutes away is the beautiful East Lake Park. Locals can go fishing at the park's pier, play a friendly game of tennis or walk along the trail that loops around the park's stunning lake. The lake is a prime fishing spot and a beautiful setting for picnics, evening strolls or just sitting on the dock and watching the sunset over the water.
Live HealthSmart Alabama also addressed the fact that Kingston was a food desert. The program brought healthy and affordable food to the area with its Mobile Market, which visits the area on a weekly basis. Shoppers can get proteins, fruits, vegetables, grains and other healthy foods. While Kingston is home to the fast-food chain Boston Seafood, all of the great dining options of the neighboring Woodlawn and Avondale communities are just minutes away. Popular spots like Sammy's Sandwich Shop and SluttyVegan in Woodlawn and Cahaba Brewing Company in East Avondale are easy for Kingston residents to access. Beyond that, all the exciting attractions of Downtown Birmingham are just a stone's throw away.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Fred Smith
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Joy Groce
Joy Groce
eXp Realty, LLC Central
(205) 855-7189
130 Total Sales
1 in Kingston
$40,000 Price
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Bozeman and Minor Group
Bozeman and Minor Group
ARC Realty Cahaba Heights
(659) 207-4276
429 Total Sales
3 in Kingston
$28K - $35K Price Range
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Jeremy Galloway
Jeremy Galloway
eXp Realty, LLC Central
(205) 894-6266
110 Total Sales
1 in Kingston
$90,000 Price
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Melissa Powe
Melissa Powe
Responds QuicklyRealtySouth-I459 Southwest
(659) 207-3571
77 Total Sales
1 in Kingston
$126,000 Price
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Jerry Sager
Jerry Sager
Responds QuicklyKeller Williams Realty Hoover
(205) 946-3778
607 Total Sales
1 in Kingston
$75,000 Price
Schools
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View GreatSchools Rating Methodology
- 9th to 12th
- Public
- Pre-K to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Willow Wood Park
- Tennis
- Playground
Greenwood Park
- Basketball
- Trails
- Playground
W.C. Patton Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
- Parking Lot
Inglenook Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Tennis
Stockham Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Playground
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Dog Park
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Kingston | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 10 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 6 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 8 | 4 |
| Robbery | 6 | 4 |
| Burglary | 5 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4 | 4 |
| Larceny | 3 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 6 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Kingston, Birmingham sell after 87 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Kingston, Birmingham over the last 12 months is $93,166, up 30% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Home Trends
Median Price (12 Mo)
$75,000
Median Single Family Price
$75,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$68
Number of Homes for Sale
6
Last 12 months Home Sales
9
Months of Supply
8.00
Median List Price
$90,000
Median Discount From 1st List Price
14%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
25%
Home Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
663
Median Year Built
1948
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,146
Significantly below the national average
1,935
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,969
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
2,926
Median Age
31
Population Density
4 ppl/acre
Population under 18
36.5%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
14.9%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$18,607
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$27,932
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
82.5%
College Graduates
8%
Significantly below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
1.6%
% Population in Labor Force
47.8%
Below the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
57''
Average Winter Low Temperature
35°F
Average Summer High Temperature
91°F
Annual Snowfall
1''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
31
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
13
/ 100
Minimal Transit
Transit Score®
20
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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