What locals love about 5 Points South + Glen Iris

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Birmingham’s Southside is one of the most popular areas to eat, live and play. It’s also steeped in history. 

We caught up with Logan Day and Kelsey Carney with H2 Real Estate to learn more about this vibrant part of town, some places to check out and more.

About Birmingham’s Southside community

“A small-town vibe with big-city accessibility. It’s the best of both worlds!”

This is how Logan and Kelsey describe Birmingham’s Southside, and it’s quite perfect.

Southside is one of Birmingham’s oldest communities, drawing people in with its history and charm since the late 1800s. 

Situated on the hilly, forested slopes of Red Mountain, it spans from Railroad Park to Vulcan Park and Museum and includes two beloved neighborhoods—historic Glen Iris and eclectic 5 Points South. 

It’s also home to the University of Alabama at Birmingham’s campus and the city’s world-renowned medical district.

A closer look at 2 Southside neighborhoods

5 Points South

5 Points South is known by locals as the heartbeat of Southside due to its hot culinary scene and energetic nightlife.

Originally founded as the Town of Highland in 1887, 5 Points South is on the National Register of Historic Places and was one of Birmingham’s first suburbs with cable cars.

“I love the amount of original, locally-owned restaurants and bars, especially in 5 Points South.

Birmingham is a community that truly loves to serve and nurture each other, and our nationally-renowned food and cocktail bar scene shows that.”

Kelsey Carney, Leasing Agent, H2 Real Estate

Eat + drink in 5 Points South

• Chez Fonfon | 2007 11th Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35205

• Dave’s | 1124 20th St S, Birmingham, AL 35205

• Dreamland BBQ | 1427 14th Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35205

• FILTER-Coffee Parlor | 1927 11th Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35205

• Insomnia Cookies | 1919 11th Ave S, #200, Birmingham, AL 35205

• The Original Pancake House | 1931 11th Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35205

Shop in 5 Points South

• Birmingham Apothecary | 1032 20th St S, Birmingham, AL 35205

• Gold Temple Natural Grocery and Cafe | 1901 11th Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35205

• Fresh Avenue Grooming and Style | 1805 11th Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35205

Glen Iris

Glen Iris rests next to UAB’s campus, making it highly convenient for students and faculty to walk or drive to school and work. 

What’s special about the Glen Iris area of Southside is that it’s held tight to much of its historic character. 

This can be seen in many of its homes, which were built between 1901-1940.

While Birmingham’s 5 Points South neighborhood is known for food, entertainment and nightlife, Glen Iris is loved for its small, locally-owned restaurants and beautiful parks. 

“Southside’s Glen Iris neighborhood is good at keeping it local. It’s easy to support your community because half of the shops and eateries are small local businesses located right outside your door.”

Logan Day, Leasing Agent, H2 Real Estate

Where to eat + drink in Glen Iris:

• Club South | 1102 10th St S, Birmingham, AL 35205

• Gable Square Saloon & Games | 803 9th Ct S, Birmingham, AL 35205

• Guiseppe’s Café | 925 8th St S, Birmingham, AL 35205

• La Estrellita | 1100 10th St S, Birmingham, AL 35205

Get outside in Glen Iris:

• George Ward Park | 1901 Green Springs Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35209

• Glen Iris Park | 1034 16th Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35205

Keep your eyes on Birmingham’s Southside

Birmingham’s Southside is on the up and up. Here are a few things to keep on your radar:

• Dave’s Pub reopens this year
  • Expect: new + updated interior
  • Address: 1128 20th St S, Birmingham, AL 35205

• Eggholic opens this year
  • Expect: Indian street food
  • Address: 1034 20th St S, Birmingham, AL 35205

• UAB Campus will continue to grow + expand
  • Expect: 12 new construction + renovation projects
  • One to note: Southern Research’s new biotech incubator for startups.

Live in Birmingham’s Southside

If you want to be just steps from restaurants, entertainment and more, check out these places below:

• Patton Place
  • H2 Real Estate’s newest addition within walking distance to hot spots in 5 Points South
  • Address: 1513 16th Ave S Birmingham, AL 35205

• Terrace Court
  • Fully renovated 1920s-style apartment building in the heart of 5 Points South.
  • Located just above Dave’s Pub.
  • Address: 1124 20th St S, Birmingham, AL 35205

• The Richmond
  • Art Deco architecture style from the 1910s-1920s
  • Features original hardwood floors + spiral staircase
  • Address: 2030 Highland Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35205

Southside’s Highland Park neighborhood is also a great place to visit and live. Here are 6 reasons to you’ll love it.

Learn how you can live in some of Birmingham’s most historic neighborhoods with H2 Real Estate.

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