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Oakwood Place Neighborhood

Located along Pearson Alley and 17th Place Southwest, Oakwood Place is a neighborhood of Birmingham, Alabama. It is part of the West End. The homes are close to the heart of downtown Birmingham. Some are bungalows in need of the right investor to fulfill their potential. The houses are relatively modest in this area for those looking for a good deal.

The neighborhood’s ZIP code is 35211, and busy streets in the area include both 17th Street and 18th Street. In 2008, the average housing price in this area was $89,000, which was lower than the average housing price for the Birmingham metropolitan area. The median age in this area in the early thirties.

The Oakwood Place community is near the businesses and restaurants of downtown Birmingham. It is about six miles from Five Points South, which is the entertainment district of the city. This area is home to plush hotels, casual restaurants, and popular dining establishments such as the Highlands Bar and Grill. For those who enjoy travel or must do so for business, the Birmingham International Airport is about a 25-minute drive from Oakwood Place.

Nearby schools include Lee Elementary, Ephesus Academy, and West End High. Schools close to the neighborhood include Lowery and Harrison. While there are a number of fast-food chains in the area, there are some favorite local restaurants near Oakwood Place as well. One is Sharks Fish and Chicken Too, located on Pearson Avenue.

Oakwood Place is a modest community and could be the right fit for those looking for a good deal. One of its appealing factors is its proximity to all that Birmingham has to offer.

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