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Living in Gardendale, AL

Gardendale Area Facts

  • Gardendale has a Livability Score of 64/100, which is considered average
  • Gardendale crime rates are 30% higher than the Alabama average
  • Cost of living in Gardendale is 12% higher than the Alabama average
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Something New Every Night! User Rating 4.5 rating By Anonymous ( May 23, 2018) One of the best experiences I have had while living in Gardendale was the amazing amount of opportunities and friends made in just these past couple years. It wasn't hard to find work shortly after settling down, even though I had just recently graduated with my Bachelors. I had ...Read More a pretty easy time finding my apartment too, only after a couple months of searching dozens of ideal spots.

Me and my friends have had a lot of good times enjoying the city itself as well. There's just so much to do in terms of having fun. Top Golf has become a standard Friday night plan that I personally look forward to every day during the week. If we're not missing every shot at the driving range, then we can usually be found grabbing a bite to eat. With some of the best restaurants in Gardendale on just about every block, it's any wonder how I can still fit into my jeans.

The hot weather can be a little overbearing at times though, especially during the summer. Temperatures can hit 80 on average with it hardly ever raining. Knowing the neighborhoods in a must! Some parts of Atlanta can be a little sketchy, so it's important to get around and explore. Read Less
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      F Amenities

      Are there many local amenities in Gardendale? Well, there are not many amenities close to this location.

      Parks

      McDonald's PlayPlace
      Chatham Private Park
      Private Park
      Wildcat Stadium
      Black Creek Park

      Entertainment

      Food & Drink

      Hamburger Heaven
      Jack's
      McDonald's
      Grateful Donuts
      Burger King
      Dairy Queen
      Chick-fil-A
      Jack's

      F Commute

      Is public transit available in Gardendale? Of all people who commute, 0.0% take public transportation in Gardendale.
      Drive to Work
      88%

      11% higher than the US average

      Take Public Transit
      0%

      5% lower than the US average

      Walk to Work
      1%

      2% lower than the US average

      B- Health & Safety

      Is Gardendale a healthy and safe place to live? Yes, there are some hospitals, police and fire stations.

      Hospitals

      UAB Freestanding ER

      Pharmacies

      Gardendale Health Mart and Pharmacy
      Walmart Pharmacy
      Walgreens
      CVS Pharmacy

      Doctors