Being one of the youngest cities in the State of Alabama, Birmingham has some big shoes to fill and they do it daily with style and grace. Founded a mere 128 years ago in 1871 as just a spot where two railroad lines crossed, Birmingham has consistently been moving forward since day one. It is known as “The Magic City” due to its almost instantaneous growth in the early 1900s when residents said it all happened “like magic.” Since then Birmingham has been through good times and bad like many cities, however recovering from both a cholera epidemic as well as an economic depression showed that this city was here to stay.

Today, Birmingham is Alabama's largest and most diverse city, proving its capabilities as a big city. It is located in the rolling foothills of the Appalachian Mountains and boasts a fairly mild climate of very little snow, warm summers, and lots of sunshine. Being located in such a great place with such great weather makes the opportunities endless as far as things to do for residents and visitors. Some of the most popular outdoor activities are fishing at area lakes and reservoirs, hiking and biking in local parks and national forests such as Oak Mountain and Cheaha, and what Birmingham is most famous for, golf. Enjoy a round at many local courses including Greystone Country Club which hosts the Bruno's Memorial Classic Senior PGA tournament annually, Oxmoor Valley Golf Course, Bent Brook, or Shoal Creek.

The University of Alabama – Birmingham (UAB) is Alabama's largest employer and the pride and joy of Birmingham. Known as one of the best research institutions and health care centers in the Southeast, they're just getting started. UAB has been progressive and growing for some time now and has been recognized by collegiate people all over the world for their research and health care contributions. The university has over 17,000 students and offers a campus covering more than 80 square city blocks. With over 140 undergraduate and graduate programs in every field possible, UAB is considered among the finest in higher education institutions.

The Birmingham Civil Rights Institute was opened in 1993 and has since received incredible amounts of respect and intrigue. Built next to the 16th Street Baptist Church, the site of a tragic event in Birmingham history, the Institute offers an explanation of how Birmingham was involved in the Civil Rights Movement of the 1960s. The Birmingham Museum of Art, the largest Art Museum in the state, is located in the heart of the downtown area. Alabama's most popular tourist attraction, the Birmingham Zoo, has over 700 animals available to observe, and even some you can interact with. Among the other attractions are a number of history museums, theaters, gardens, libraries, churches, music memorials, and more. This city has absolutely everything you need when it comes to entertainment.

Within the Birmingham Metropolitan area you could literally find any home you could imagine. Everything from contemporary lofts and condos downtown, to mansions in the country, to single family homes in the suburbs, are available - take your pick. The metropolitan area covers an area of 5,332 square miles and is home to about 1,080,000 people. Clearly this place has something to offer. And not only is it a remarkable place to live, but it's affordable too. Ranked in the top 25 cities where homeowners fare best by U.S. News & World Report, Birmingham is incredibly well-priced with a typical home value range between $150,000 and $300,000.