Southeast
Bessemer
Jefferson County, AL
Population
25,890
Walk Score
67 · Somewhat Walkable
Median rent
$879
Median home value
$118,600
Founded
1886
On the National Register
Historic districts
- Downtown Bessemer Historic District · listed 1992
- Downtown Bessemer Historic District (Boundary Increase)
Notable landmarks
- Canaan Baptist Church · listed 2005
- Dunbar High School · listed 2011
- McAdory, Thomas, House · listed 1972
- Owen Plantation House · listed 1976
- Owen, Dr. Thomas McAdory, House · listed 1982
- Southern Railway Terminal Station · listed 1973
- St. Peter Primitive Baptist Church
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