Birmingham Alabama Homes

Birmingham is an interestingly diverse city that offers something for everyone. It is ranked as the eighth most affordable housing market among 70 metropolitan cities in the United States. U.S. News & World Report ranks Birmingham as one of the top 25 cities where homeowners fare best. The University of Alabama is acclaimed worldwide for its outstanding research and innovations. Its medical center is amongst the best-ranked in the U S.

The real estate market and cost of living in the city make it highly affordable in the Southeast. The city and its suburbs offer a great variety of homes - from apartments to sprawling mansions – thus suiting every budget and personal taste. One can live in any of the city’s historic 99 neighborhood sub-divisions. The nine city council districts offer help to their residents on an equal basis absolutely free from any form of discrimination.

Birmingham is mostly sunny with moderate weather. To put this in context, on December 28th 2005, the city had an average temperature of 56 degrees F, humidity of 75% and a gentle, 12-mph wind.

Backed by rich history and culture, Birmingham is perhaps one of the best places to live in the United States. It boasts most types of modern shopping malls, recreational facilities and much more. The city is listed among the 150 most affordable cities in the US, according to the book, "Life 2.0: How People Across America are Transforming Their Lives by Finding the Where of Their Happiness," by Rich Karlgaard, July 2004.