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Woodland Forrest

Woodland Forrest

Neighborhood in Tuscaloosa, Alabama

Tuscaloosa County 35405

$284,885 Average Value
$124 Average Price per Sq Ft
9 Homes For Sale

A Tuscaloosa neighborhood worth the drive

With golf course views, large lot sizes and a location near major Tuscaloosa employers, Woodland Forrest offers plenty of pluses. “It’s right off the interstate and pretty centrally located from the Mercedes plant,” says Jason Patton, a Realtor with the Patton Group of Keller Williams. Development started in the 1970s, and the area’s hilly topography makes it unique for the region. “Most of Tuscaloosa County is pretty flat, so Woodland Forrest is one of the only neighborhoods in the county that really lends itself to having basement homes,” Patton says. “Some people like that and find it an attractive feature of the neighborhood.”

Diverse homes in Woodland Forrest

Woodland Forrest homes sit on narrow drives and cul-de-sacs that cut through the Alabama forest. Some homes line up on the Tall Pines golf course with fairway views. Larger ranch and Colonial-style homes from the 1970s go between the mid-$100,000s and $400,000, while newer brick homes on smaller plots from the 1990s sell between the mid-$200,000s and mid-$300,000s. A few townhouses sit across from the elementary school and go from the mid-$100,000s to almost $200,000.

in Woodland Forrest.
in Woodland Forrest.
Take a walk and admire these well kept homes in Woodland Forrest.
Take a walk and admire these well kept homes in Woodland Forrest.
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Hitting the links at Tall Pines

The Tall Pines Golf Club sits in Woodland Forrest, with its 18-hole course plotted throughout the neighborhood. “They’ve done a good job of upgrading the greens,” Patton says. Meanwhile, those looking to enjoy a different kind of greenery can head to the University of Alabama Arboretum, 5 miles away, where trails wind through untouched woods and curated gardens.

Play a game of golf at Tall Pines Golf Course in Woodland Forrest.
Play a game of golf at Tall Pines Golf Course in Woodland Forrest.
Take a swim at the Tall Pines Golf Course.
Take a swim at the Tall Pines Golf Course.
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Location between Mercedes and downtown Tuscaloosa

Woodland Forrest is south of Interstate 20, but downtown Tuscaloosa and many of the city’s commercial areas lie north of I-20. Downtown is a 10-mile drive, while the University of Alabama is 7 miles away. The neighborhood is well positioned for those who commute to the Mercedes-Benz plant, a major employer 14 miles east off I-20. Birmingham is a 50-mile drive, where the nearest commercial airport, Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International, offers flights to destinations like Atlanta, Charlotte and Chicago.

Hop on the Tuscaloosa Trolly in Woodland Forrest.
Hop on the Tuscaloosa Trolly in Woodland Forrest.
Take a walk on a beautiful summer day in Woodland Forrest.
Take a walk on a beautiful summer day in Woodland Forrest.
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Tuscaloosa Christian School has great facilities for students to enjoy in Woodland Forest.
Tuscaloosa Christian School has great facilities for students to enjoy in Woodland Forest.

Education at Tuscaloosa City Schools

Tuscaloosa City Schools serve the Woodland Forrest community. Students start at Woodland Forrest Elementary, which receives a C-plus from Niche, followed by Eastwood Middle School and Bryant High School, each receiving a C. Named for legendary Alabama Crimson Tide football coach Paul “Bear” Bryant, Bryant High offers Advanced Placement courses and dual-enrollment programs with many area colleges. The state’s flagship college, the University of Alabama, is 7 miles from Woodland Forrest and enrolls nearly 40,000 students.

Southern specialties at 20/59 Restaurant and Bar

While Woodland Forrest is primarily residential, residents have dining options across the highway. 20/59 Restaurant and Bar sits just off its namesake interstate and features Southern specialties like pork tenderloin, smoked chicken and its famous peach cobbler. Nearby Skyland Boulevard also has many fast-food options, like Jack’s and Waffle House. The Walmart Neighborhood Market just off Skyland offers groceries and other essentials. For a night out, residents often head the 10 miles into downtown Tuscaloosa for its restaurants and cocktail bars.

Enjoy a meal with friends at 20/59 Restaurant & Bar in Woodland Forrest.
Enjoy a meal with friends at 20/59 Restaurant & Bar in Woodland Forrest.
Find out why Jack's is a staple in Woodland Forrest.
Find out why Jack's is a staple in Woodland Forrest.
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Woodland Forrest’s HOA events

The Woodland Forrest Association of Homeowners covers the neighborhood, with optional membership and $40 annual dues. The organization puts on plenty of events, including garage sales and a neighborhood summer festival. Tall Pines Golf Club also hosts holiday parties for its members. But in the fall, Alabama Crimson Tide football rules. The 18-time national champions play at Bryant-Denny Stadium, 8 miles away. Over 100,000 fans pack in to watch the game, and even more enjoy the tailgates. Traffic picks up throughout Tuscaloosa on gamedays, but Woodland Forrest is generally far enough from the action to miss most of it.

Enjoy the local landscaping of Woodland Forrest.
Enjoy the local landscaping of Woodland Forrest.
Find the beauty in the small ponds of Woodland Forrest.
Find the beauty in the small ponds of Woodland Forrest.
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Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Woodland Forrest US
Homicide 3 4
Sexual Assault 3 4
Assault with Weapon 2 4
Robbery 2 4
Burglary 2 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 2 4
Larceny 2 4
Crime Score 2 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$307,000
Median Single Family Price
$313,500
Median Townhouse Price
$165,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$124
Number of Homes for Sale
9
Last 12 months Home Sales
54
Months of Supply
2.00
Median List Price
$312,450
Median Discount From 1st List Price
2%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
19%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
995
Median Year Built
1993
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,259
Above the national average
1,935
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,243
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
15,245

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 Owners

Demographics

Total Population
2,334
Median Age
44
Population Density
3 ppl/acre
Population under 18
22.4%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
22.6%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$79,519
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$94,759

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
92.2%
College Graduates
46.4%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
25.6%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
58.5%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
57''
Average Winter Low Temperature
37°F
Average Summer High Temperature
94°F
Annual Snowfall
0''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

5 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

9 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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