**Summary Bullets:**
– Real estate platform Redfin has come up with a sweet southern roll-call of the 10 most walkable cities in Alabama. And no, “walkable” does not mean “How fast can you leg it during a tornado warning?” Rather, it refers to being able to stroll leisurely to schools, parks, restaurants, and grocery stores without needing a set of wheels.
– The crown of the most walkable city goes to Birmingham with a Walk Score of 35. The city’s Five Points South, Central City, and Fountain Heights neighborhoods are the top toe-tapping areas.
– Homewood, a suburb of Birmingham, nabbed the second place with a Walk Score of 31. Its picturesque avenues are perfect for a Sunday promenade when the weather isn’t imitating a sauna.
– Auburn, home of Auburn University, bagged the third spot featuring a hearty mix of students, academics, and residents strolling the high street.
– The remaining cities on the list include Tuscaloosa, Montgomery, Mobile, Phenix City, Huntsville, Daphne, and lastly, Prattville, each having its unique flavor of walkability.
A Walk to Remember: Alabama’s Most Walkable Cities
The Strides of Birmingham
With a Walk Score of 35, Birmingham takes the lead as the state’s most pedestrian-friendly city. Forget your jogging shoes, this city is all about a leisurely afternoon of city exploration. The area’s Five Points South, Central City, and Fountain Heights neighborhoods are top-notch for a neighborhood nosy.
Homing in on Homewood
Homewood trails just behind Birmingham with a Walk Score of 31. Suburban and serene, Homewood’s calm streets are perfect for people watching and some quality time with the family dog who, let’s face it, needs to shed a couple of pounds after the holiday season.
And the Rest…
Following closely behind are Auburn, Tuscaloosa, Montgomery, Mobile, Phenix City, Huntsville, Daphne, and Prattville. Each city and town provide a unique blend of southern charm and easy access to amenities, lightening the wallet and expanding the waistline – Who needs a gym membership when you can get your daily step count in by visiting all your favorite eateries?
While ‘walkability’ might sound like a term plucked straight out of the hipster dictionary, it’s actually becoming a significant factor for people looking for new homes. After a year of being cooped up, folks are keen to stretch their legs in cities that aren’t car-dependent. Alabama, home of Lynyrd Skynyrd’s iconic Sweet Home, is strutting its stuff in its bid to become America’s most walkable state. The only real downside – trying to outrun your noisy neighbor during a casual evening walk. Bathrobe-clad, newspaper underarm, that guy is definitely pacing you… but hey, at least a walkable city keeps things entertaining.
Original article: https://www.redfin.com/blog/most-walkable-cities-in-alabama/
