Gentrification!!! Big lot in the path to progress!! Zoned CB2 for mixed use
### Prime Development Opportunity: Vacant Land at 6409 Georgia Rd, Birmingham, AL 35212
Discover this **huge vacant lot** in the heart of Birmingham's revitalizing South Woodlawn neighborhood—an area experiencing exciting gentrification and growth! This cleared and ready-to-build parcel offers tremendous potential in the "path of progress," surrounded by desirable communities like Crestwood, Crestline, and Irondale.
**Lot Size:** Approximately 0.29 acres
**Zoning:** CB-2 (Community Business District), providing flexible options for commercial ventures such as a restaurant, retail store, professional offices, or even a small multi-family building.
Properties zoned CB-2 typically allow:
- All uses permitted in lower-tier business districts (e.g., B-1 Neighborhood Business, such as small shops, offices, personal services).
- Retail stores, restaurants, and grocery stores.
- Professional offices (...
- Professional offices (e.g., medical, legal).
- Service businesses (e.g., dry cleaners, salons, banks).
- Automobile sales/display (with conditions).
- Public garages or parking lots.
- Indoor amusements/recreation (e.g., bowling alleys, theaters).
- Outdoor amusements (often by special exception, especially near residential areas).
- Billboards/signs (with regulations).
- Potentially multi-family residential (e.g., up to 6-unit apartments, as noted in some listings for flexibility).
Enjoy unparalleled convenience with close proximity to Avondale's vibrant scene, Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport, downtown Birmingham, major expressways, shopping, dining, and entertainment. Ideal for investors, builders, or entrepreneurs looking to capitalize on this up-and-coming location.
This is a rare chance to shape the future of a thriving Birmingham corridor—don't miss out!
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### Driving Directions to 6409 Georgia Rd, Birmingham, AL 35212
This vacant lot is located in the South Woodlawn neighborhood of east Birmingham, just south of Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM) and near the split of **I-20** and **I-59**. Georgia Road runs east-west, connecting from Messer Airport Highway (near the airport) through Woodlawn.
The primary access is via **Exit 129 (Airport Blvd/Messer Airport Hwy)** on the combined **I-20/I-59**, or nearby exits on **I-59** northeast and **I-20** east.
#### From the **North** (e.g., Gadsden, Chattanooga, or I-59 southbound from northeast Alabama)
- Take **I-59 South** toward Birmingham.
- Continue as I-59 splits from I-20 (stay on I-59 South).
- Take **Exit 129** for Airport Blvd/Messer Airport Hwy.
- Turn right onto Messer Airport Hwy.
- Turn right onto Georgia Rd (shortly after the exit).
- Proceed east on Georgia Rd; 6409 is on the south side (about 0.5–1 mile).
#### From the **South** (e.g., downtown Birmingham, Tuscaloosa, Montgomery via I-65, or I-20/I-59 eastbound)
- From downtown or I-65: Merge onto **I-20 East/I-59 North**.
- Take **Exit 129** for Airport Blvd.
- Turn left onto Messer Airport Hwy (crossing over the interstate).
- Turn right onto Georgia Rd.
- Proceed east on Georgia Rd to 6409.
(Alternative from farther south: Use I-459 east to connect to I-59 north.)
#### From the **East** (e.g., Atlanta, Anniston, Leeds via I-20 westbound)
- Take **I-20 West** toward Birmingham.
- At the split, continue on **I-20 West** (do not take I-59 North).
- Take **Exit 130** (Oporto-Madrid Blvd) or backtrack slightly if needed, but best: Continue to where I-20 and I-59 are close.
- Primary: Merge toward I-59 North briefly if possible, or take **Exit 132A** for US-11/1st Ave N, then head west to connect to Georgia Rd via local streets.
- More direct: From I-20 West, take **Exit 129** (if signed for airport access), turn left, then navigate to Georgia Rd via Messer Airport Hwy or 64th St.
(Note: Georgia Rd runs parallel and just south of the airport area, accessible via local roads from I-20 exits around Irondale/Gate City.)
#### From the **West** (e.g., Bessemer, Tuscaloosa directly via I-20 eastbound)
- Take **I-20 East** toward Birmingham/Atlanta (merges with I-59).
- Proceed on **I-20 East/I-59 North** through downtown.
- Take **Exit 129** for Airport Blvd.
- Turn left onto Messer Airport Hwy.
- Turn right onto Georgia Rd.
- Proceed east to 6409.