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Avondale East

4268-4284 2nd Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35222

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Beds Baths Average SF Availability
2 Bedrooms 2 Bedrooms 2 Br 1 Bath 1 Bath 1 Ba — Not Available

Fees and Policies

The fees listed below are community-provided and may exclude utilities or add-ons. All payments are made directly to the property and are non-refundable unless otherwise specified.

  • One-Time Basics
    • Amenity Fee
      $0
    • Other
      $0

Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.

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Property Information

  • Built in 1974
  • 12 units/2 stories

About Avondale East

Find true Birmingham living at Avondale East. Located at 4268-4284 2nd Ave S. in Birmingham, this community is an ideal place to move. The community staff is ready and waiting for you to come by for a visit. Be sure to come for a visit to check out the apartment floorplan options. It's time to love where you live. Stop by for a visit today.

Avondale East is an apartment community located in Jefferson County and the 35222 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Birmingham City School District attendance zone.

Location
4268-4284 2nd Ave S, Birmingham,
AL 35222
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Under 30 minutes

Commute Time is calculated at rush hour.
Neighborhood

Initially constructed around the Avondale Mills, from which the area takes its name, Avondale is now considered a trendy neighborhood near the University of Alabama at Birmingham and Downtown Birmingham. Avondale hosts a happening food and beverage scene with mainstays such as Saw’s Soul Kitchen, Post Office Pies, MELT, and Avondale Brewing. Entertainment and education abound near Avondale with the nearby presence of the Alabama Ballet, Alabama Theatre, Birmingham Civil Rights Institute, Avondale Park, and Vulcan Park and Museum.

Convenient to Routes 11, 78, and 280 as well as I-20, getting around from Avondale is easy. Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport is less than four miles from Avondale as well, making air travel plans simple.

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Average Prices by Area

Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.

Avondale Birmingham, AL
Studio $860 $999
1 Bedroom $1,157 $1,186
2 Bedrooms $1,099 $1,307
3 Bedrooms $2,083 $1,611

Below are rent ranges for similar nearby apartments

Beds Average Size Lowest Typical Premium
1 Bed 1 Bed 1 Bed 731-732 Sq Ft $837 $1,248 $1,425
2 Beds 2 Beds 2 Beds 969-974 Sq Ft $825 $1,962 $6,750
3 Beds 3 Beds 3 Beds 1290 Sq Ft $1,395 $2,441 $4,815
Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
Univ. of Ala. at Birmingham
Drive: 6 min 3.2 mi
Virginia College, Birmingham
Drive: 11 min 6.2 mi
Birmingham Southern College
Drive: 11 min 6.3 mi
Samford University
Drive: 11 min 6.5 mi
Avondale East is within 6 minutes or 3.2 miles from Univ. of Ala. at Birmingham. It is also near Birmingham Southern College and Virginia College, Birmingham.
Schools
Whatley Elementary School
Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades K-9
454 Students
Nearby
Avondale Elementary School
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
328 Students
Attendance Zone
Hayes High School
Public Middle & High School
Grades 8 & 10-11
Nearby
Homebound High School
Public Middle & High School
Grades 7-12
Nearby
We Putnam Middle School-Magnet
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
210 Students
Attendance Zone
Woodlawn High School-Magnet
Public High School
Grades 9-12
738 Students
Attendance Zone
The Renaissance Academy Prep School for Boys
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades K-12
26 Students
Nearby
Cornerstone Schools of Alabama
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades PK-12
675 Students
Nearby
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Transportation

Avondale East is near Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International, located 3.1 miles or 6 minutes away.

Commuter Rail Distance
Commuter Rail Distance
Birmingham
Drive: 5 min 2.7 mi
Airports Distance
Airports Distance
Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International
 Drive: 6 min 3.1 mi

Walkability Near Avondale East

Getting Around
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
40 / 100
Limited Public Transit
Transit
30 / 100
Very Drivable
Drivability
80 / 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
40 / 100

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What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean? Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs. Transit measures access to public transportation. Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads. Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling. How It Works
Active
Soundscore™
72 / 100

Traffic

Active

Airport

Active

Businesses

Active

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from Avondale East.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
Avonwood Plaza
Walk: 6 min 0.3 mi
Clairmont Shopping Center
Drive: 4 min 1.6 mi
Woodlawn Commerce Center
Drive: 3 min 1.6 mi
Avondale East has 3 shopping centers within 1.6 miles, which is about a 3-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
Parks and Recreation Distance
Parks and Recreation Distance
McWane Science Center
 Drive: 4 min 2.7 mi
Vulcan Park and Museum
 Drive: 8 min 4.3 mi
Birmingham Zoo
 Drive: 8 min 5.1 mi
Birmingham Botanical Gardens
 Drive: 9 min 5.4 mi
Homewood Forest Preserve
 Drive: 11 min 6.2 mi
Avondale East has 5 parks within 6.2 miles, including McWane Science Center, Birmingham Botanical Gardens, and Birmingham Zoo.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
St. Vincent's Birmingham
Drive: 5 min 2.3 mi
University of Alabama Hospital
Drive: 5 min 2.7 mi
Callahan Eye Hospital
Drive: 5 min 3.0 mi
Avondale East has 3 hospitals within 3.0 miles, the nearest is St. Vincent's Birmingham which is 2.3 miles away and a 5 minute drive.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
Navy/Marine Training Center
Drive: 12 min 6.3 mi
Anniston Army Depot
Drive: 73 min 53.1 mi
Fort McClellan
Drive: 104 min 73.1 mi
Avondale East has 3 military bases within 73.1 miles, the nearest is Navy/Marine Training Center which is 6.3 miles away and a 12 minute drive.
 
 
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Does Avondale East have in-unit laundry?

Avondale East does not offer in-unit laundry or shared facilities. Please contact the property to learn about nearby laundry options.

What utilities are included in rent at Avondale East?

Utilities are not included in rent. Residents should plan to set up and pay for all services separately.

Is parking available at Avondale East?

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Is Avondale East pet-friendly?

Avondale East does not allow pets, though service animals are always welcome in accordance with applicable laws.

Does Avondale East have move-in specials?

Avondale East is not currently offering any rent specials. Check back soon, as promotions change frequently.

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