The Birchwood Neighborhod is an interesting study in contrasts. The neighborhood
has historically been an area consisting of single family homes built
on extremely large lots. It is characterized by older, well kept homes
on lots often an excess of 400 ft deep. Mature landscaping, and narrow
streets lend a rural atmosphere to the neighborhood.
Birchwood Neighborhood Trails and Parks
In recent years the neighborhood has seen the growth of apartment complexes located
primarily along Northwest Avenue and other large complexes
on W. Maplewood. In addition there is a large area of commercial
property located in the vicinity of the intersection of
Northwest and Birchwood Avenue. This area includes an Albertson
Grocery Store, a couple of gas stations and other retail
type businesses.
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Birchwood Neighborhood
Schools
Other significant features of the neighborhood include the Golf
and Country Club, a large gravel pit and three public school sites. The
area is a great place to raise a fmaily with easy accessablity to parks,
schools and shopping.
The Birchwood Neighborhod is an interesting study in contrasts. The neighborhood
has historically been an area consisting of single family homes built
on extremely large lots. It is characterized by older, well kept homes
on lots often an excess of 400 ft deep. Mature landscaping, and narrow
streets lend a rural atmosphere to the neighborhood.
In recent years the neighborhood has seen the growth of apartment complexes located
primarily along Northwest Avenue and other large complexes
on W. Maplewood. In addition there is a large area of commercial
property located in the vicinity of the intersection of
Northwest and Birchwood Avenue. This area includes an Albertson
Grocery Store, a couple of gas stations and other retail
type businesses. 
