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Founders Station

2015 1st Ave N, Birmingham, AL 35203

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Highlights

  • On-Site Retail
  • Walking/Biking Trails

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Property Information

  • Built in 1887
  • 19 units/4 stories

About Founders Station

Discover Founders Station in Birmingham, AL. This property is situated on 1st Ave N in Birmingham. The leasing team is available to help you find your new place. Come see Founders Station today.

Founders Station is an apartment community located in Jefferson County and the 35203 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Birmingham City School District attendance zone.

Community Amenities

  • 24 Hour Access
  • On-Site Retail
  • Walking/Biking Trails

Apartment Features

Refrigerator

Tub/Shower

Freezer

Oven

  • Tub/Shower
  • Kitchen
  • Oven
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Freezer
Location
2015 1st Ave N, Birmingham,
AL 35203
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Neighborhood

Central City is known for being home to the Sloss Furnaces National Historic Landmark, a blast furnace plant where iron was made for nearly a century that’s now a historic visitor center. Aside from its industrial sector, Central City has since been revitalized and sits in the heart of Downtown Birmingham. This neighborhood is home to the Birmingham Museum of Art as well, along with a diverse collection of restaurants, ranging from Southern comfort food, burgers, and Mexican fare. The nightlife scene in Central City is booming, spanning from casual bars to cocktail lounges. The University of Alabama at Birmingham sits directly south of Central City, offering the neighborhood a college-town feel.

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Average Prices by Area

Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.

Central City Birmingham, AL
Studio $967 $993
1 Bedroom $1,121 $1,177
2 Bedrooms $1,236 $1,306
3 Bedrooms $1,560 $1,583

Below are rent ranges for similar nearby apartments

Beds Average Size Lowest Typical Premium
Studio Studio Studio 456-457 Sq Ft $800 $1,168 $2,532
1 Bed 1 Bed 1 Bed 677-683 Sq Ft $900 $1,569 $14,545
2 Beds 2 Beds 2 Beds 1135-1138 Sq Ft $1,082 $1,837 $3,495
3 Beds 3 Beds 3 Beds 1512 Sq Ft $2,435 $2,594 $2,952
Amenities
  • 24 Hour Access
  • On-Site Retail
  • Walking/Biking Trails
  • Tub/Shower
  • Kitchen
  • Oven
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Freezer
Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
Univ. of Ala. at Birmingham
Drive: 2 min 1.2 mi
Birmingham Southern College
Drive: 7 min 3.9 mi
Samford University
Drive: 9 min 5.4 mi
Virginia College, Birmingham
Drive: 9 min 5.8 mi
Founders Station is within 2 minutes or 1.2 miles from Univ. of Ala. at Birmingham. It is also near Birmingham Southern College and Virginia College, Birmingham.
Schools
Phillips Academy
Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
Attendance Zone
Wilkerson Middle School
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
Attendance Zone
Parker High School
Public High School
Grades 9-12
Attendance Zone
The Sunshine School at Children
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades PK-12
Nearby
Advent Episcopal School
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
Nearby
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Transportation

Founders Station is near Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International, located 5.0 miles or 8 minutes away.

Commuter Rail Distance
Commuter Rail Distance
Birmingham
Walk: 4 min 0.2 mi
Airports Distance
Airports Distance
Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International
 Drive: 8 min 5.0 mi

Walkability Near Founders Station

Getting Around
Moderately Walkable
Walkability
70 / 100
Good Public Transit
Transit
70 / 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100 / 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
50 / 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™
68 / 100

Traffic

Busy

Airport

Active

Businesses

Busy

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from Founders Station.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
Urban Supply
Walk: 15 min 0.8 mi
Highland Plaza
Drive: 3 min 1.4 mi
Clairmont Shopping Center
Drive: 4 min 2.0 mi
Founders Station has 3 shopping centers within 2.0 miles, which is about a 4-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
Parks and Recreation Distance
Parks and Recreation Distance
McWane Science Center
 Walk: 4 min 0.2 mi
Vulcan Park and Museum
 Drive: 5 min 2.4 mi
Birmingham Zoo
 Drive: 6 min 4.0 mi
Birmingham Botanical Gardens
 Drive: 7 min 4.3 mi
Homewood Forest Preserve
 Drive: 8 min 5.1 mi
Founders Station has 5 parks within 5.1 miles, including McWane Science Center, Vulcan Park and Museum, and Birmingham Botanical Gardens.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
University of Alabama Hospital
Walk: 14 min 0.7 mi
Callahan Eye Hospital
Walk: 19 min 1.0 mi
The Children's Hospital of Alabama
Drive: 2 min 1.1 mi
Founders Station has 3 hospitals within 1.1 miles, the nearest is University of Alabama Hospital which is 0.7 mile away and a 14 minute walk.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
Navy/Marine Training Center
Drive: 7 min 3.8 mi
Anniston Army Depot
Drive: 76 min 55.9 mi
Founders Station is 3.8 miles from Navy/Marine Training Center, and is convenient to other military bases, including Anniston Army Depot.
 
 
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Does Founders Station have in-unit laundry?

Founders Station 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 Founders Station?

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

Is parking available at Founders Station?

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Is Founders Station pet-friendly?

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

Does Founders Station have move-in specials?

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

Does Founders Station offer Matterport 3D tours?

While Founders Station does not offer Matterport 3D tours, renters can request a tour directly through our online platform.

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