Oxford, Alabama

Oxford AL Town Guide & Real Estate

This is home. Oxford is Friday night lights, Saturday tournaments at Choccolocco Park, coffee-and-catch-ups downtown, and mountain sunsets a short drive away. Right off I-20 between Birmingham and Atlanta — small-town heart with big convenience.

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The vibe

Living in Oxford

Downtown Oxford feels like running into everyone you love in one block. The old mill/clock tower anchors Main, murals pop up between brick storefronts, and OPAC keeps the calendar packed. That big OXFORD water tower off I-20? It’s our unofficial welcome sign — the moment you know you’re home. Weeknights look like dinner, a show, then a slow walk past the lights.

Downtown

Downtown Oxford

Historic storefronts, local eats, murals, and the Oxford Performing Arts Center (OPAC) keep the core buzzing.

OPAC Website Downtown Restaurants Shops & Boutiques

Parks

Parks, Sports & Big Outdoors

Choccolocco Park is the tournament magnet. Oxford Lake Park brings lakeside paths and the Coldwater Covered Bridge.

Choccolocco Park Oxford Lake Park Coldwater Covered Bridge

Outdoors

Hiking, Trails & River Time

Minutes to Coldwater Mountain and Cheaha; close to Choccolocco Creek and access to the Coosa River.

Coldwater Trails Cheaha State Park Creek & River Access

Lifestyle

Shopping, Dining & Entertainment

Big choices at the Oxford Exchange, local gems downtown, and show nights at OPAC. From brunch to brews, you can keep it casual or dress it up — your call.

Oxford Exchange Oxford Performing Arts Center Restaurants Coffee & Treats

Calendar

Events & When to Visit

Oxford Christmas Parade, the Holiday Light Show at the park, and Oxfordfest downtown — plus tournaments and OPAC headliners all year.

Choccolocco Park Events OPAC Calendar Oxford Christmas Parade Holiday Light Show Oxfordfest

Education

Schools & Education

Neighborhood elementaries feed into Oxford Middle and Oxford High — home of the Yellow Jackets. Nearby higher-ed includes Gadsden State (Ayers) and JSU.

Oxford City Schools Gadsden State — Ayers Jacksonville State University

Real estate

Homes & Real Estate

First-home friendly, move-up options, new builds near parks, and quiet streets with room to breathe. Strong school spirit and easy access keep Oxford in demand.

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Location

Nearby Areas & Commute

On I-20: ~10 minutes to Anniston, 20–25 to Jacksonville/JSU, ~1 hour to Birmingham, ~1.5 hours to Atlanta. Daily errands are minutes; trailheads and water are close.

Local quick facts

Did You Know? — Oxford Edition

Tournament Town

Choccolocco Park hosts regional tournaments year-round.

Bridge Photo-Op

The historic Coldwater Covered Bridge sits right at Oxford Lake Park.

Stage Lights

OPAC brings touring shows, concerts, and community productions.

Just for fun

Just for Fun

  • Selfie with the OXFORD water tower off I-20.
  • Downtown dinner + OPAC show for an easy date night.
  • Lake loop at sunset with the kids on scooters.
  • Cheaha picnic — Bald Rock boardwalk, minimal hiking, max views.

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City of Oxford Choccolocco Park OPAC Schools & Zones

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