Fountain Heights

Birmingham, AL

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Fountain Heights - Birmingham, AL

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A historic hub of the South with family-friendly entertainment

Urban Historic Public Transit Entertainment

Situated near Downtown Birmingham, Alabama, Fountain Heights is a historic, urban neighborhood with an abundance of local charm and entertaining attractions. Historic landmarks, community parks, theaters, and museums make up the majority of this historic residential destination.

From the multimedia museum, known as the Birmingham Civil Rights Institute, to the Birmingham Civil Rights National Monument, there’s much to learn and be seen in Fountain Heights. Check out Kelly Ingram Park, a historic green space in the center of town, featuring numerous sculptures and monuments to commemorate the Civil Rights Movement.

This historic neighborhood also houses Alabama Theatre, once a 1920s movie theater, and McWane Science Center, an IMAX theater mixed with interactive exhibits—a great family-friendly entertainment destination. The Boutwell Auditorium lies adjacent to the Birmingham Museum of Art, so there’s no shortage of history or entertainment in Fountain Heights!

You’ll appreciate the Birmingham Train Station and public bus routes around town, along with the city’s diversity, vibrancy, and welcoming atmosphere. After you find your perfect apartment in the city, try one of Fountain Heights’ local restaurants, such as Paramount Bar on 20th Street North!

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An aerial view of Fountain Heights

Shops and restaurants along Richard Arrington Jr. Boulevard

Rent Trends

As of November 2024, the average apartment rent in Fountain Heights is $1,536 for a studio, $1,670 for one bedroom, $2,357 for two bedrooms, and $3,618 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Fountain Heights has decreased by 0.0% in the past year.

  • Studio

  • 616 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,536/month

    Average Rent

  • 1 BR

  • 772 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,670/month

    Average Rent

  • 2 BR

  • 1,178 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $2,357/month

    Average Rent

  • 3 BR

  • 1,780 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $3,618/month

    Average Rent

Transportation

77

Very Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

If you enjoy walking, you’ll enjoy renting in this area! It’s a very walkable neighborhood.

47

Some Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

70

Very Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

This area is very bikeable. You’ll find a variety of bike paths and lanes.

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • McWane Science Center
  • Vulcan Park and Museum
  • Birmingham Botanical Gardens
  • Birmingham Zoo
  • Homewood Forest Preserve

Commuter Rail

Airports

  • Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International

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