Highland Park in Birmingham in Jefferson County, Alabama — The American South (East South Central)

The Altamont Apartments

Photographed By Duane and Tracy Marsteller, March 28, 2019

1. The Altamont Apartments Marker

Inscription. Built during the Roaring Twenties, the Altamont Apartments broke ground in 1924 and were completed in 1925. Designed by architect Jacob E. Sallte as an apartment/hotel, they were built to attract affluent businessmen who desired luxury, comfort, privacy, and a wholesome environment for their families, as well as accessibility to the city's commercial district. Planned as a community for its residents to experience the pleasures of luxury apartment living, many amenities were available on-site, including full plumbing and telephone service (rare features in 1920s apartments), a ballroom, and a full-service restaurant.

Erected 2013 by Alabama Historical Association.

Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Notable Buildings. In addition, it is included in the Alabama Historical Association series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1924.

Location. 33° 30.356′ N, 86° 46.942′ W. Marker is in Birmingham, Alabama, in Jefferson County. It is in Highland Park. Marker is on Highland Avenue, on the right when traveling east. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 2831 Highland Ave, Birmingham AL 35205, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Thompson House (within shouting distance of this marker); Donnelly House

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(within shouting distance of this marker); Jordan Home (within shouting distance of this marker); The Coe House (about 400 feet away, measured in a direct line); A.B. Loveman House (about 700 feet away); Independent Presbyterian Church (approx. 0.2 miles away); The Little Theater Clark Memorial Theatre Virginia Samford Theatre (approx. 0.3 miles away); St. Vincent’s Hospital (approx. 0.4 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Birmingham.

Photographed By Duane and Tracy Marsteller, February 11, 2023

2. The Altamont Apartments Marker

Credits. This page was last revised on February 12, 2023. It was originally submitted on February 12, 2023, by Duane and Tracy Marsteller of Murfreesboro, Tennessee. This page has been viewed 186 times since then and 47 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on February 12, 2023, by Duane and Tracy Marsteller of Murfreesboro, Tennessee.