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Lakeview District

Lakeview District

Suburban Neighborhood in Birmingham, Alabama

Jefferson County 35205, 35222, 35233

Neighborhood Reviews
3.5
$379,025 Average Value
$338 Average Price per Sq Ft
6 Homes For Sale

Luxury living in Birmingham’s vibrant entertainment district

Originally a summer getaway for Birmingham's elite, Lakeview District is now known as a lively entertainment district close to Downtown Birmingham. Shopping centers like Pepper Place feature hundreds of thousands of square feet of space used by local businesses and farmer's markets. Residents have their pick of restaurants, from seafood to sushi and a slew of live music venues and bars to enjoy. Many of these locations are either down the street from situated below the neighborhood's townhomes or condominium complexes, and public green spaces are just a few miles away.

Condos are the local real estate option in the Lakeview District.
Condos are the local real estate option in the Lakeview District.
Lakeview District locals can live in one of the many condos.
Lakeview District locals can live in one of the many condos.
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Trendy restaurants and new-concept shopping centers

What was once the Dr. Pepper syrup plant is now Pepper Place, an open-air shopping center developed to spur commercial growth in Birmingham during a time of economic recession. Chef-led restaurants, workspaces and locally owned businesses occupy over 350,000 square feet of space on Second Avenue South. The district also has a wide variety of restaurants and bars. "People who enjoy nightlife and city entertainment are drawn to Lakeview," says Ross Blaising, a Realtor at A.R.C. Realty with over 10 years of experience. Automatic Seafood and Oysters, operated by Birmingham natives, serves up fish and oysters in a dining room that blends fine dining with casual Americana. Just three blocks down 29th Street South is Umami, an Asian-fusion restaurant offering sushi rolls and tacos as well as an outdoor patio. Down the street from Umami is Mojo Pub, a neighborhood watering hole with a selection of local beers and live music. National acts and local bands regularly perform for thousands at standing-room music venues like Iron City Birmingham and WORKPLAY. Dog owners can enjoy a beverage and socialize their dogs at Good Dog Pet Resort & Bar, which sells an assortment of beers and provides daycare and spa services for pets.

Fried Chicken and Love is in Southside at Hattie B's.
Fried Chicken and Love is in Southside at Hattie B's.
Umami in Southside is the premiere Asian-styled cuisine holding to a new and modern approach.
Umami in Southside is the premiere Asian-styled cuisine holding to a new and modern approach.
Southside has murals painted for you to enjoy the colorful art.
Southside has murals painted for you to enjoy the colorful art.
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Convenient living above trendy shops and restaurants

Residents of the district live in modern townhome complexes and luxury condominiums built above the area's storefronts and restaurants. Condos feature a variety of floor plans and amenities, from in-house washers and dryers to common outdoor spaces. Many of these properties were built or renovated within the last 20 years, featuring updated appliances and interior designs. Floating balconies offer views of the bustling streets, while private parking and built-in garages give residents peace of mind living in a bustling city. Prices for condominiums typically range between $167,000 to $367,000. Townhomes usually run higher in price, ranging from $530,000 to $885,000.

In Southside Locked In is a fun and challenging real life adventure for groups of 2-8 people.
In Southside Locked In is a fun and challenging real life adventure for groups of 2-8 people.
Lakeview District locals can live in one of the many condos.
Lakeview District locals can live in one of the many condos.
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Convenient location to Highland Park community garden and dog parks

"There's a lot of parks not far from Lakeview," says Blaising, "Rhodes Park holds its own annual festival and there's plenty of other parks nearby." William J. Rushton Sr. Park in the nearby Highland Park neighborhood offers forested walking paths and a robust community garden developed in 2020 and managed by the neighborhood association. Rhodes Park features an outdoor stage and memorial plaque to the park's namesake, Rufus Rhodes, a notable Birmingham News publisher. The park has a reputation as an unofficial dog park and has been the site of the annual Do Dah Day pet parade and fundraiser. The Highland Park Golf Course is the oldest in Alabama and offers a pristine 18-hole course that is approachable to both expert and casual players.

A nice multi family dwelling located in Southside Alabama.
A nice multi family dwelling located in Southside Alabama.
Southside Alabama has many condos to choose from and everything is located close to downtown.
Southside Alabama has many condos to choose from and everything is located close to downtown.
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Local crafts and food at The Market at Pepper Place and SliceFest

On Saturdays, the Pepper Place parking lot is lined with craft and food vendors for The Market at Pepper Place. Visitors can browse a seasonal rotation of fruits and vegetables sourced from Alabama farms. Slice Pizza & Brewhouse shost a food and music festival to celebrate Birmingham's diverse food and music community. Now known as SliceFest, this widely attended annual event occurs each October and brings the Birmingham community together with good food and local talent.

Pepper place is a local weekend farmers market in the Lakeview District.
Pepper place is a local weekend farmers market in the Lakeview District.
Left Hand Soap Co. offers soap making classes every third Thursday of the month in Lakeview.
Left Hand Soap Co. offers soap making classes every third Thursday of the month in Lakeview.
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Inspiring athletic stories at Birmingham City Schools

Birmingham City Schools serve the neighborhood's public school students. Avondale Elementary teaches from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade and was renovated within the last 20 years. Students move on to W.E. Putnam Middle and Woodlawn High School. All three schools received C-minus ratings on Niche. Woodlawn High School's athletics program has graduated prominent professional athletes, including football coach and N.F.L. running back Tony Nathan, whose high school football career was dramatized in the 2015 sports film "Woodlawn," directed by the Erwin brothers, who are Birmingham natives.

John Herbert Phillips Academy teaches K-8th grade located in Southside Alabama.
John Herbert Phillips Academy teaches K-8th grade located in Southside Alabama.
In Southside your teenage children can attend Ramsey High School.
In Southside your teenage children can attend Ramsey High School.
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Public buses connect the Lakeview District to downtown Bham

Residents are less than a mile from employers in Central City and the U.A.B. campus. The BJCTA fixed route system has bus stops throughout the Lakeview District that provide an easy and affordable way to get around the city. Down the street from the University of Alabama, St. Vincent’s Birmingham Hospital is less than a mile to the south.

In the Lakeview District you can enjoy public transportation throughout the neighborhood.
In the Lakeview District you can enjoy public transportation throughout the neighborhood.
Rent a VEO and cruse around downtown Birmingham from the Lakeview District.
Rent a VEO and cruse around downtown Birmingham from the Lakeview District.
Ride the streets in many styles in the Lakeview District.
Ride the streets in many styles in the Lakeview District.
Enjoy the convenience of public transportation in the Lakeview District.
Enjoy the convenience of public transportation in the Lakeview District.
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Important information about Dixie Alley

Birmingham is located in a region spanning the area between East Texas and East Georgia, dubbed by meteorologists "Dixie Alley" for its high frequency of tornadoes and severe thunderstorms. The city has emergency preparedness plans in place should extreme weather events occur.

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International

9 min drive

Bus

University Blvd And 24th St S (Rte 44 An

Bus

3rd Ave S And 23rd St S

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University Blvd And 25th St S

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3rd Ave S And 24th St S

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4th Ave S And 29th St S

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6th Ave S And 23rd St S

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3rd Ave S And 36th St S

Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.5 6 Reviews
4.0 Niche User
6/8/2015 Niche Review
Large medical field and many professional jobs in varying fields.
4.0 Niche User
6/8/2015 Niche Review
From fancy venues to hidden gems, the food and nightlife scene offers a variety of options. Tons of high end to low end eateries that provide quality food, service, and diversity.
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Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Lakeview District US
Homicide 6 4
Sexual Assault 5 4
Assault with Weapon 4 4
Robbery 4 4
Burglary 5 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 4 4
Larceny 6 4
Crime Score 5 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$479,500
Median Single Family Price
$422,950
Median Townhouse Price
$573,700
Median 2 Bedroom Price
$399,500
Median 1 Bedroom Price
$296,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$338
Number of Homes for Sale
6
Last 12 months Home Sales
6
Months of Supply
12.00
Median List Price
$430,000
Median Discount From 1st List Price
5%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
2%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
118
Median Year Built
2005
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,587
Below the national average
1,935
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,341
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,273
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,027
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
4,356

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Renters

Demographics

Total Population
1,318
Median Age
32
Population Density
3 ppl/acre
Population under 18
27.2%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
9.5%
Below the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$14,473
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$44,798

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
95.6%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
43.3%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
18.6%
% Population in Labor Force
68.9%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
57''
Average Winter Low Temperature
35°F
Average Summer High Temperature
91°F
Annual Snowfall
1''

Area Factors

Bikeable

Bike Score®

60 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Walk Score®

67 / 100

Some Transit

Transit Score®

34 / 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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