Birmingham Named Top Travel Destination
There was a time when living in Birmingham, Alabama felt a little dreary. The economic crisis of 2008 dealt a sharp blow to our city. Many businesses went under, leaving the downtown area with a desolate backdrop of abandoned buildings. People were losing jobs and fearing the future.
Today’s Birmingham is a very different place. The economy is swinging upward, and abandoned buildings are being transformed into new and exciting businesses.
But wait–it gets better! As a real estate company, we are seeing an increase in the number of people coming to us to look at houses for sale in Birmingham, AL. This boost could be partially due to Birmingham’s appearance on the Travel Channel’s list of The Next 11 Great Destinations.
Birmingham Makes The List
The Travel Channel researched all the latest and greatest places for travel lovers to visit, and Birmingham, Alabama made the cut! We believe this could not have been possible without the new and exciting energy from the residents of this city. Everyone is eager to see where Birmingham is going, and the country is taking note!
On a list featuring culturally rich destinations such as Cuba, the Philippines, and Poland, Birmingham ranks #8. The Travel Channel attributes its destination appeal to the local brewery scene, America’s oldest baseball park, and the new Lyric Theatre. Regarding the Lyric Theatre, the Travel Channel says to “expect national and global acts in performance art and music regularly.” We are thrilled that Birmingham’s sweeping economic strides have resulted in its inclusion on such a prestigious list!
(Check out the Travel Channel’s article here: The Next 11 Great Destinations.)
Top Places To Live In Birmingham
Due to Birmingham’s new found hotspot status, we thought we’d take a moment to highlight some of its most popular neighborhoods.
Mountain Brook. Offering a wide range of stunning homes and condos, Mountain Brook offers easy access to local stores and restaurants, plus close proximity to the Birmingham Zoo and the Birmingham Botanical Gardens. This neighborhood is known for its safety and its well-established families.
Homewood. As one of the top areas for young professionals to settle down, Homewood offers an eclectic array of local restaurants, a cozy park with walking trails and a playground, and a prestigious school system.
Pelham. Are you an outdoor enthusiast? Pelham is the place for you! In this neighborhood, Oak Mountain State Park is all the rage. The park has all kinds of outdoor activities ranging from swimming, to camping, to horseback riding. This neighborhood may not be the closest to Birmingham, but the park just might make up for that.
Vestavia. With a variety of residents living in everything from apartments to mansions, Vestavia is a diverse area with plenty to see and do. Additionally, the school system is one of the best in Birmingham!
Hoover. As the more affordable neighborhood among this bunch, Hoover still provides the type of safety, shopping, and school systems that would make any family happy. Hoover has great suburban neighborhoods, nice apartments, and gated communities.
(Learn more about the local school systems.)
Houses For Sale In Birmingham, Alabama
Are you looking at houses for sale in Birmingham? Have you considered these surrounding areas?
Don’t search alone! A real estate agent knows Birmingham and the surrounding areas by heart (including each of their unique real estate market trends). With that type of knowledge, you are more likely to get the kind of deal you are looking for. Interested? Contact Arc Realty today!
