$186,483Average Value$102Average Price per Sq Ft22Homes For Sale
Spring Lake is a leafy pocket in northeast Birmingham
Spring Lake is an established neighborhood roughly 15 miles northeast of Birmingham. Swaths of mature trees provide an air of seclusion to the community, despite its location near major roadways like Springville Road and Center Point Parkway. “Spring Lake is a really nice pocket of homes,” says Todd Helzer, a Birmingham real estate investor and Realtor with Sandbox Realty.
Welcome to the Spring Lake neighborhood.
Spring Lake features a natural spring located in the center of the neighborhood.
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Single-family homes under $300,000
Spring Lake homes typically feature spacious lawns with plenty of trees and attached two-car garages. The majority were built between 1960 and the ‘90s, but construction continued through the early 2000s. Potential buyers can find split-level and ranch-style homes with brick, wood and vinyl exteriors, some with Cape Cod or Colonial Revival-inspired design elements. Lot sizes can span up to an acre. Prices range from $60,000 to $285,000 and increase in price with additional space and renovations.
In Spring Lake modern style homes are popular in the neighborhood.
You can find many one-story, ranch-style homes in the Spring Lake neighborhood.
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Huffman has Academy of Architecture and Construction
Kids can attend Birmingham City Schools, starting with Huffman Academy, which receives a C-minus from Niche. Huffman Middle School also receives a C-minus. Huffman High School, another C-minus school, boasts the Academy of Architecture and Construction. Participating students are prepared for careers in disciplines like drafting design, electrical technology, carpentry, plumbing or masonry. The high school also offers career and technical education programs, including marketing, cosmetology, accounting and multi-media design.
Huffman High School serves students in grades 9-12.
Welcome to Huffman High School in Spring Lake.
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Springville Road library branch has more than books
The Springville Road Regional Branch Library is in the heart of Spring Lake and offers workshops, book clubs, toddler reading hours, arts and crafts, boardgame nights and much more. “We have a ‘Library of Things’ where clients can check out mobile hot spots, video games, even an automotive diagnostic tool to check what’s wrong with your car,” says library assistant Barry Crane. For some outdoor fun, the namesake Spring Lake sits in the western part of the neighborhood. It’s a common spot for neighborhood strolls and functions as a local fishing spot. At nearby Bradford Park, visitors have 165 acres to explore, which include playgrounds, tennis courts, picnic pavilions and a walking path.
Books and Literature can be found at the local library.
A sunny day helps to show off the Spring Lake neighborhood.
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Shopping and dining in Trussville
“Those who live in Spring Lake have quick access to all the retail and restaurants in nearby Trussville,” Helzer says. Shopping centers line Gadsden Highway about 4 miles away. Promenade at Tutwiler Farm has big-box stores like Target and Home Depot. Meat Depot by Fresh Value is the closest grocery store on Huffman Road, but there’s also a Walmart Supercenter and an Aldi 3 miles away. America’s Thrift Stores & Donation Center, an expansive second-hand store ideal for treasure hunting, is next to Meat Depot. Folks can grab a bite to eat at one of the many fast-casual eateries along Center Point Parkway, including Costa's Famous Bar-B-Que, where traditional open-pit, hickory-smoked southern barbecue, grilled steaks and fried fish platters are top menu favorites.
Errands are easy for Spring Lake residents with easy access to several large shopping centers.
Spring Lake residents can enjoy the best barbecue restaurant in town.
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Center Point Parkway is a major roadway
With its convenient location between Center Point Parkway and Interstate 59, Spring Lake commuters and weekend revelers have easy access to many Birmingham destinations. The downtown area is about 13 miles away and Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport is 9 miles away. Medical care is available at Ascension St. Vincent’s East a little over 2 miles away.
Welcome to the Spring Lake Community in Birmingham, AL.
Commuting from Spring Lake is easy with all the major intersections just minutes away.
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Downtown Birmingham festivals are nearby
With downtown Birmingham a short car or bus ride away, Spring Lake residents won't miss out on some of the city's fun events, like the Sidewalk Film Festival, the Taste of 4th Avenue Jazz Festival or the Christmas Village Festival, a 40-year tradition with over 700 arts, crafts, clothing, food and jewelry vendors from all over the country.
Spring Lake is conveniently located just a stone's throw away from Birmingham's vibrant Railroad Park, making it an ideal destination for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers alike.
Residents of Spring Lake can enjoy a pleasant day at Railroad Park.
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Churches and temples in Birmingham
Faith is an important part of life for many Birmingham residents, as evidenced by the numerous churches and houses of worship that dot the area. There are several churches in Spring Lake, including Baptist, nondenominational, Church of Christ and the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. However, Birmingham has other houses of worship, including Chua An Quang Buddhist Temple and Temple Emanu-El, a Jewish reform synagogue.
Discover Civil Rights History in Birmingham, near Spring Lake.
Spring Lake features many welcoming places for worship and community connection.
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Parks in this Area
Civitan Park
Trussville Historic Mall Park
Picnic Area
Tennis
Trails
Tom Bradford Park
Picnic Area
Playground
Multi-Purpose Field
Grayson Park
Basketball
Playground
Parking Lot
Reed Park
Picnic Area
Playground
Hawkins Park Recreation Center
Picnic Area
Tennis
Playground
Transit
Airport
Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International
15 min drive
Bus
Huffman Rd And Springville Rd
Bus
Centerpoint Parkway And Lake Drive (Ib)
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Spring Lake
US
Homicide
4
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
4
4
Robbery
3
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Spring Lake, Birmingham sell after 54 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Spring Lake, Birmingham over the last 12 months is $167,469, down 3% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
5,679
Median Age
39
Population Density
4 ppl/acre
Population under 18
25.4%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
17.2%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$52,381
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$62,728
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
91.4%
College Graduates
24.2%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
10.7%
On par with the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
64.6%
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®
1/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
4/ 100
Minimal Transit
Transit Score®
0/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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Disclaimer: Certain information contained herein is derived from information provided by parties other than Homes.com. Our sources include: Accuweather, Public Records and Neustar. All information provided is deemed reliable, but is not guaranteed to be accurate and should be independently verified.
