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The Vanguard

2521 Caldwell Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35205

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

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Property Information

  • Built in 1970
  • 8 units/2 stories

About The Vanguard

Find your new home at The Vanguard. This community is located at 2521 Caldwell Ave S in the Highland Park area of Birmingham. From amenities to availability, the leasing team is ready to help you find your dream apartment. At The Vanguard you're home.

The Vanguard is an apartment community located in Jefferson County and the 35205 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Birmingham City School District attendance zone.

Location
2521 Caldwell Ave S, Birmingham,
AL 35205
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Under 30 minutes

Commute Time is calculated at rush hour.
Neighborhood

One of Alabama’s oldest and most historic neighborhoods, Highland Park, is also one of its prettiest. Highland Park features hilly, wooded streets lined with a diverse collection of architecture that includes historic mansions, office towers, and apartment buildings. Other important landmarks include the Highland Park Golf Course, Virginia Samford Theatre, and the Donnelly House.

Highland Park sits along the east side of Five Points South and Southtown and is within a few blocks of the University of Alabama at Birmingham. St. Vincent Hospital and the Southview Medical Group are also located in the neighborhood. Residents enjoy local hotspots like O’Henry’s Coffee and Tea and Rojo, along with several parks, including Rufus Rhodes Park, William J. Rushton Sr. Park, and Caldwell Park. Highland Park Golf Course, the oldest golf course in Alabama, is located on the east side of the neighborhood.

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Average Prices by Area

Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.

Highland Park Birmingham, AL
Studio $797 $987
1 Bedroom $976 $1,177
2 Bedrooms $1,206 $1,303
3 Bedrooms $2,286 $1,596

Below are rent ranges for similar nearby apartments

Beds Average Size Lowest Typical Premium
Studio Studio Studio 433 Sq Ft $810 $1,008 $1,500
1 Bed 1 Bed 1 Bed 685 Sq Ft $695 $1,814 $6,226
2 Beds 2 Beds 2 Beds 1093-1094 Sq Ft $950 $2,550 $8,102
3 Beds 3 Beds 3 Beds 1850 Sq Ft $1,925 $2,867 $3,500
4 Beds 4 Beds 4 Beds 2810 Sq Ft $2,700 — —
Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
Univ. of Ala. at Birmingham
Drive: 4 min 1.7 mi
Virginia College, Birmingham
Drive: 8 min 3.8 mi
Samford University
Drive: 8 min 4.1 mi
Birmingham Southern College
Drive: 11 min 5.8 mi
The Vanguard is within 4 minutes or 1.7 miles from Univ. of Ala. at Birmingham. It is also near Virginia College, Birmingham and Samford University.
Schools
Homebound Elementary School
Public Elementary School
Grades K-6
1 Students
Nearby
Avondale Elementary School
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
328 Students
Attendance Zone
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
Ramsay High School
Public High School
Grades 9-12
660 Students
Nearby
Woodlawn High School-Magnet
Public High School
Grades 9-12
738 Students
Attendance Zone
St. Rose of Lima School
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
205 Students
Nearby
Arlington School
Private High School
Grades 9-12
12 Students
Nearby
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Transportation

The Vanguard is near Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International, located 6.3 miles or 11 minutes away.

Commuter Rail Distance
Commuter Rail Distance
Birmingham
Drive: 4 min 2.1 mi
Airports Distance
Airports Distance
Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International
 Drive: 11 min 6.3 mi

Walkability Near The Vanguard

Getting Around
Moderately Walkable
Walkability
70 / 100
Limited Public Transit
Transit
30 / 100
Moderately Drivable
Drivability
70 / 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
50 / 100

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from The Vanguard.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
Highland Plaza
Walk: 10 min 0.6 mi
600 Olde English Ln
Walk: 13 min 0.7 mi
Clairmont Shopping Center
Drive: 3 min 1.2 mi
The Vanguard has 3 shopping centers within 1.2 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
Birmingham Zoo
 Drive: 3 min 1.5 mi
Birmingham Botanical Gardens
 Drive: 4 min 1.5 mi
Vulcan Park and Museum
 Drive: 4 min 1.9 mi
McWane Science Center
 Drive: 4 min 2.1 mi
Homewood Forest Preserve
 Drive: 7 min 3.8 mi
The Vanguard has 5 parks within 3.8 miles, including Birmingham Botanical Gardens, Birmingham Zoo, and Vulcan Park and Museum.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
St. Vincent's Birmingham
Walk: 15 min 0.8 mi
Callahan Eye Hospital
Drive: 3 min 1.3 mi
University of Alabama Hospital
Drive: 3 min 1.4 mi
The Vanguard has 3 hospitals within 1.4 miles, the nearest is St. Vincent's Birmingham which is 0.8 mile away and a 15 minute walk.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
Navy/Marine Training Center
Drive: 11 min 5.7 mi
Anniston Army Depot
Drive: 78 min 56.0 mi
Fort McClellan
Drive: 109 min 76.0 mi
The Vanguard has 3 military bases within 76.0 miles, the nearest is Navy/Marine Training Center which is 5.7 miles away and a 11 minute drive.
 
 
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Does The Vanguard have in-unit laundry?

The Vanguard 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 The Vanguard?

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

Is parking available at The Vanguard?

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Is The Vanguard pet-friendly?

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

Does The Vanguard have move-in specials?

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

Does The Vanguard offer Matterport 3D tours?

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