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Kingston Neighborhood Guide Birmingham, AL
About
Kingston is a historic neighborhood located in the heart of Birmingham, Alabama. It's known for its close-knit community feel, charming old homes, and vibrant cultural events. The area is conveniently located right off of Interstate-59, providing easy access to the city and beyond. Notably, Kingston is positioned close to the Birmingham International Airport and the bustling downtown district.
What You Will Love about Kingston, Birmingham, Alabama
- A sense of community that is fostered through popular local events like the Kingston Music and Arts Festival.
- The easy commute it offers due to its proximity to Interstate-59.
- The stunning historic homes which lend a unique charm to this district.
What's Nearby
Kingston is conveniently located near Birmingham's thriving downtown area, rich in dining and entertainment options. It’s also in close proximity to several parks, including Avondale Park and East Lake Park. Additionally, the impressive Birmingham Museum of Art and the iconic Alabama Theater are just a short drive away.
Lifestyle
Kingston's lifestyle is a blend of old and new, with historic homes lining the streets and a vibrant cultural scene. Residents have a strong sense of community and often gather for neighborhood events. The area thrives on its accessibility to the city's amenities while maintaining a peaceful residential environment.
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Explore the Neighborhood
There are 76 restaurants, 5 grocery stores, and 3 parks within a mile of the Kingston neighborhood.
- Kings Foods
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store
•0.3 miles
4301 Richard Arrington Jr Blvd N
- Supplier Development Systems
Business and Professional Services, Automotive Service, Office, Business and Strategy Consulting Office, Engineer, Recycling Facility, Retail, Warehouse or Wholesale Store
•0.5 miles
4000R Richard Arrington Jr Blvd N
- Associated Grocers of the South
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store
•1.2 miles
3600 Vanderbilt Rd
- McWane Coal Sales Co.
Business and Professional Services, Import and Export Service, Metals Supplier, Retail, Warehouse or Wholesale Store
•1.2 miles
1201 Vanderbilt Rd
- Inmark
Business and Professional Services, Industrial Equipment Supplier, Retail, Warehouse or Wholesale Store
•1.3 miles
401 37th St N
- Ventura Foods
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store
•1.4 miles
3900 Vanderbilt Rd
- Kings Foods
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store
•0.3 miles
4301 Richard Arrington Jr Blvd N
- Eastside Package Store
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Liquor Store
•1.0 mile
5305 1st Ave N
- Associated Grocers of the South
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store
•1.2 miles
3600 Vanderbilt Rd
- Ventura Foods
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store
•1.4 miles
3900 Vanderbilt Rd
- Big B food
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store
•1.4 miles
4019 Vanderbilt Rd
- Boston Fish Supreme
Dining and Drinking, Restaurant, American Restaurant, New American Restaurant, Seafood Restaurant
•0.4 miles
4201 Richard Arrington Jr Blvd N
- Taqueria El Taconazo Mexican Grill
Dining and Drinking, Restaurant
•0.6 miles
5005 Richard Arrington Jr Blvd N
- Kabob House
Dining and Drinking, Restaurant, Burger Joint, Mediterranean Restaurant, Sandwich Spot
•0.6 miles
5005 Richard Arrington Jr Blvd N
- La Catrina
Dining and Drinking, Restaurant, American Restaurant, Mexican Restaurant
•0.6 miles
5000 Richard Arrington Jr Blvd N
- Steel City Bar & Grill
Dining and Drinking, Bar, Hotel Bar
•0.6 miles
5000 Richard Arrington Jr Blvd N
- Sammy's Sandwich Shop
Dining and Drinking, Restaurant, Burger Joint, Sandwich Spot
•0.6 miles
4921 Messer Airport Hwy
- Supplier Development Systems
Business and Professional Services, Automotive Service, Office, Business and Strategy Consulting Office, Engineer, Recycling Facility, Retail, Warehouse or Wholesale Store
•0.5 miles
4000R Richard Arrington Jr Blvd N
- Cfast
Retail, Hardware Store
•0.5 miles
801 43rd St N
- Jerry's Kwik-Shop In
Retail, Convenience Store, Travel and Transportation, Fuel Station
•0.5 miles
4926 Richard Arrington Jr Blvd N
- Green's Complete Tree and Stump Removal
Retail, Garden Center
•0.6 miles
3924 Richard Arrington Jr Blvd N
- Woodlawn Mart
Retail, Convenience Store
•0.6 miles
4917 Messer Airport Hwy
- Airport Shell 2
Retail, Convenience Store, Travel and Transportation, Fuel Station
•0.6 miles
5017 Richard Arrington Jr Blvd N
- Patton Park
Landmarks and Outdoors, Park
•0.5 miles
3969 14TH Ave N
- Greenwood Park
Landmarks and Outdoors, Park, Playground
•0.7 miles
1632 Tallapoosa St
- Downey Park
Landmarks and Outdoors, Park
•1.4 miles
Higdon Rd
- Herron Artwork Company
Arts and Entertainment, Art Gallery
•1.0 mile
4217 5th Ct N
- Substrate Radio
Arts and Entertainment, Performing Arts Venue, Music Venue
•1.2 miles
1 55th Pl S
- Mom's Basement
Arts and Entertainment, Arcade, Dining and Drinking, Bar, Dive Bar, Restaurant
•1.3 miles
4411 3rd Ave S
- Sound & Page
Arts and Entertainment, Performing Arts Venue, Music Venue
•1.3 miles
5529 1st Ave S
- The Avondale Gallery & Loft
Arts and Entertainment
•1.3 miles
4322 3rd Ave S
- Incubate Gallery
Arts and Entertainment, Art Gallery
•1.4 miles
130 41st St S
- Healing Hands
Business and Professional Services, Health and Beauty Service, Massage Clinic
•0.2 miles
4604 12th Ave N
- Beauty Masters
Business and Professional Services, Health and Beauty Service, Hair Salon
•0.3 miles
4641 Richard Arrington Jr Blvd N
- Jerry's Kwik-Shop In
Retail, Convenience Store, Travel and Transportation, Fuel Station
•0.5 miles
4926 Richard Arrington Jr Blvd N
- Mobil
Travel and Transportation, Fuel Station
•0.6 miles
4930 10th Ave N
- Jcceo
Business and Professional Services, Child Care Service, Daycare
•0.6 miles
801 46th St N
- Shell
Travel and Transportation, Fuel Station
•0.6 miles
4930 10th Ave N
- Morton Simpson Community Center
Sports and Recreation, Recreation Center
•0.5 miles
4609 8th Ct N
- Sentinel Firearms
Retail, Sporting Goods Retail
•0.5 miles
906 40th St N
- Smitty's Truck Sales
Sports and Recreation, Golf, Golf Course
•0.9 miles
4601 1st Ave N
- Willow Wood Recreation Center
Sports and Recreation, Recreation Center
•0.9 miles
5312 Georgia Rd
- Oversize Outfitters
Retail, Sporting Goods Retail, Hunting Supply Store
•1.0 mile
4734 Powell Ave S
- Inglenook Recreation Center
Sports and Recreation, Recreation Center
•1.0 mile
4016 37th Ave N
- Steel City Bar & Grill
Dining and Drinking, Bar, Hotel Bar
•0.6 miles
5000 Richard Arrington Jr Blvd N
- Showstoppers Mc
Dining and Drinking, Bar
•0.6 miles
901 Coosa St
- Yesterday's Restaurant
Dining and Drinking, Bar, Cocktail Bar, Restaurant
•0.8 miles
5216 Messer Airport Hwy
- Woodlawn Bar and Lounge
Dining and Drinking, Bar, Restaurant
•1.1 miles
5505 1st Ave N
- Cahaba Brewing Company
Dining and Drinking, Bar, Brewery, Restaurant
•1.2 miles
4500 5th Ave S Ste C
- Harvest Roots
Dining and Drinking, Brewery
•1.3 miles
4420 4th Ave S
- Martin L King Jr Recreation
Community and Government, Community Center
•0.8 miles
529 43rd St N
- North Avondale Branch Library
Community and Government, Library
•0.9 miles
501 43rd St N
- Birmingham Public Library
Community and Government, Library
•0.9 miles
501 43rd St N
- Inglenook Branch Library
Community and Government, Library
•1.3 miles
4100 40th Ter N
- Woodlawn Library
Community and Government, Library
•1.3 miles
5709 1st Ave N
- MAKEbhm
Community and Government, Community Center
•1.5 miles
4000 3rd Ave S
- Fire Station 8
Community and Government, Government Building, Law Enforcement and Public Safety, Fire Station
•0.4 miles
4100 10th Ave N
Kingston Apartments and Rentals
34 Rental properties in Kingston, Birmingham, AL.
Cost of Living
Category | Compare to State Avg. | Compare to National Avg. |
---|---|---|
housing | 7.5% | 22.9% |
utilities | 10.6% | 8.2% |
food | 0.5% | 2.4% |
transportation | 0.9% | 10.1% |
healthcare | 2.2% | 7.5% |
Kingston Demographics
Kingston Reviews
Busy Streets
No
Say 3 of 3 renters
Noise Late At Night
No
Say 3 of 3 renters
Area Has Potholes
No
Say 3 of 3 renters
Good Place To Raise A Family
Yes
Say 3 of 3 renters
Area Has Litter
No
Say 2 of 3 renters
Mostly Older Buildings
No
Say 2 of 3 renters
Kingston Transportation
Car-Dependent
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal Transit
Birmingham Air Freight
Other
5335 Messer Airport Hwy
Ers Rail Transload Facility
Train Stop
3701 1st Ave N
Source: foursquare.com
Ers Rail Transload Facility
Train Stop
3701 1st Ave N
Source: foursquare.com
Birmingham Air Freight
Other
5335 Messer Airport Hwy
Source: foursquare.com
Kingston Schools
- NRNo Rating
Grades 9-12 • Public
- 1/10
Grades PK, K-8 • Public
- 1/10
Grades 9-12 • Public
- NRNo Rating
Grades 7-12 • Private
- NRNo Rating
Grades 7-11 • Private