Birmingham metro, AL relocation guide
Moving to Gardendale, AL
$316,950Median listing price
JeffersonArea
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About Gardendale
Gardendale (pop. 16,044 in 2020) is a northern Birmingham suburb in Jefferson County.



Home prices in Gardendale
The median listing price in Gardendale is $316,950.
Top places in Gardendale
- Gardendale Civic Center — the city's community hub for events and recreation.
- Gardendale Historical Museum.
- Annual Magnolia Festival.
- Nearby: Mount Olive community to the north and west; Black Creek Park is a short drive away.
Commuting from Gardendale
- Gardendale is on I-65 and US 31, giving a straight shot south to downtown Birmingham.
- I-65 also provides direct access north to Cullman and Decatur.
- Drive times vary with traffic and time of day; specific minute-level drive-time estimates were not verified for this profile.
Gardendale FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Gardendale, AL?
The median listing price in Gardendale is $316,950. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 24, 2026 - How is the commute from Gardendale, AL?
Gardendale is on I-65 and US 31, giving a straight shot south to downtown Birmingham.
Town links
Schools
Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.