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About Leeds, AL

About Leeds, AL

Tucked into the hills with a small-town feel

Originally established on the crossroads of ancient Native American paths in the center of Alabama, Leeds today spreads across three counties: Jefferson, Shelby, and St. Clair. Leeds is tucked into a landscape of rolling green hills and features spots with dense tree coverage, grassy fields and several winding waterways. “Leeds is a small city with a small-town feel,” says Andy Watkins, broker and owner of Bob Watkins Realty. “It’s surrounded by bigger cities, so you can get to shopping and restaurants in 10 minutes from any direction.”

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Leeds Alabama has lots of new construction.
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Leeds offers brick cottages.
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From ranch homes to estates

Leeds boasts a diverse array of architectural styles, including ranch homes, split levels, colonials, cottage-style Craftsman homes and new constructions. Many homes are clustered together in subdivisions with tidy lawns while the larger, estate-like homes sit on lots that sprawl 2 to 3 acres. Closing sale prices in Leeds can range from $180,000 for a 3-bedroom home to $400,000 for an estate-like home, depending on the size of the lot and the square footage of the living space.

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Homes in the Leeds often sit back from the road.
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Mature trees shade this two-story beautiful brick home in Leeds.
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Going to school in Leeds City

Students in Leeds attend school in the Leeds City Schools district. Leeds Elementary School earns an overall grade of B-plus from Niche and Leeds Middle School earns a B-minus. At Leeds High School, which receives a B from Niche, students can take Advanced Placement courses and participate in workforce preparation training courses. Students at Leeds High can take Advanced Placement courses and participate in workforce preparation training courses like the Academy of Craft Training.

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Leeds High School motto is "Promoting achievement, respect, and success."
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Leeds Middle School offers quality education to students.
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Leeds Elementary School kids can enjoying ridding their bikes to school.
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Leeds Elementary School serves students in grades K-5.
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Relaxing at Leeds Memorial Park

Locals can enjoy the great outdoors at Leeds Memorial Park, situated right by the Leeds Youth Baseball and Softball Complex. The park has a large playground with playsets, a walking trail that winds through a large expanse of green space, and large trees that provide ample shade. Every May, the Leeds Area Chamber of Commerce hosts the Creek Bank Festival at Leeds Memorial Park, a lively event that includes a huge car show, arts and crafts booths and a full day of live entertainment.

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Ride you're one wheel and walk you dog in Leeds Alabama.
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Leeds residents enjoying a cool dip in the water at Leeds Memorial Park.
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Locals enjoy time together in Leeds Alabama.
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Historic downtown shops and eateries

Locally owned shops and restaurants shine in the city’s quaint downtown area. Perched just across the street from the Jane Culbreth Public Library is The Three-Earred Rabbit, serving a variety of homemade soups, salads and deli sandwiches in a cozy diner setting. For dessert, locals love their milkshakes and sundaes. Another popular spot is Rusty’s Bar-B-Q, slinging authentic, pit-smoked barbecue. After work, Leeds locals gather to unwind at Rails & Ales, a local beer garden that features craft brews and live entertainment. For groceries, Food Giant is the place to go, and fresh, local produce can be found at Between the Tracks Produce Market. There’s also a Walmart Supercenter nearby, and Publix Super Market at the Village at Moody is a short drive. For retail shopping, the Outlet Shops of Grand River has a variety of familiar favorites like Guess, H&M and Old Navy. It also has quick-snack eateries like Mr. Tea Boba & Coffee, sit-down restaurants like Farm & Sea Cajun Grill and a drive-in movie theater.

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Visit Downtown Leeds and enjoy the peace and quite.
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In Leeds Alabama hanging flowers are enjoyed as you walk down the street.
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Bud's Place Games is a local spot to enjoy many group activities.
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Permanent jewelry can be arch welded on site at the Pants Store in Leeds.
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Walk downtown then hop in the car

Downtown Leeds is nice and walkable, but most residents use a car to get around the rest of this small city and beyond. Life among the verdant hills of Leeds offers a balance of easy access to modern conveniences and pleasant small-town charm.

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Take a stroll down the sidewalks in Leeds, Alabama.
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Leeds by the Numbers

11,922
Population
$262K
Average Housing Value
48
Average Days on Market

Average Home Value



Source: Public Records

Top Schools in Leeds, AL

Source:

Best Public Elementary Schools

Mt. Laurel Elementary School
#1 Mt. Laurel Elementary School
A
Niche
10
GreatSchools
Paine Elementary School
#2 Paine Elementary School
A
Niche
10
GreatSchools
Moody Elementary School
#3 Moody Elementary School
B+
Niche
6
GreatSchools
Grantswood Community Elementary School
#4 Grantswood Community Elementary School
C+
Niche
7
GreatSchools
Leeds Primary School
#5 Leeds Primary School
B+
Niche
5
GreatSchools
Avondale Elementary School
#6 Avondale Elementary School
C
Niche
6
GreatSchools
Leeds Elementary School
#7 Leeds Elementary School
B
Niche
4
GreatSchools
Moody Middle School
#8 Moody Middle School
B-
Niche
4
GreatSchools
Irondale Community School
#9 Irondale Community School
C
Niche
3
GreatSchools

Best Public Middle Schools

Hewitt-Trussville Middle School
#1 Hewitt-Trussville Middle School
A
Niche
10
GreatSchools
Chelsea Middle School
#2 Chelsea Middle School
A-
Niche
10
GreatSchools
Leeds Middle School
#3 Leeds Middle School
B-
Niche
7
GreatSchools
Irondale Middle School
#4 Irondale Middle School
C+
Niche
3
GreatSchools
Ossie Ware Mitchell Middle School
#5 Ossie Ware Mitchell Middle School
C-
Niche
2
GreatSchools
W.E. Putnam Middle School Magnet
#6 W.E. Putnam Middle School Magnet
C-
Niche
1
GreatSchools

Best Public High Schools

Hewitt-Trussville High School
#1 Hewitt-Trussville High School
A
Niche
10
GreatSchools
Chelsea High School
#2 Chelsea High School
B+
Niche
7
GreatSchools
Shades Valley High School
#3 Shades Valley High School
A-
Niche
5
GreatSchools
Leeds High School
#4 Leeds High School
B+
Niche
5
GreatSchools
Moody High School
#5 Moody High School
B-
Niche
5
GreatSchools
Huffman High School Magnet
#6 Huffman High School Magnet
C-
Niche
2
GreatSchools

Best Private School

The Grove School
#1 The Grove School

Agents Specializing in this Area

Agent Spotlight

Shelly Wallace
(205) 519-3381
After working in a successful career in Human Resources I decided to pursue my dream of becoming a real estate agent. This will be my 6th year in real estate. In 2022 and 2023 I was in the top 100 in sales within RealtySouth. For 10 months in 2023 I was top producer in my office. 2024 was another successful year. I enjoy helping people achieve their dreams and work very hard on relationship building with my clients. I am so thankful for all of the people that has contacted me over the past 6 years to help them. It would be my honor to help you!
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