Multifamily Units in Birmingham?

[Tyler McLeod]

I've been looking through Loopnet and other places online for multifamily properties for sale in Birmingham, AL. I'm not ready to jump in yet, but I am just curious if those are common around here. I am reading more into living in one unit and renting out the others. Has anyone had experience with those in the area? I think this avenue could be a good way to get into real estate (depending on the tenants, financing, etc.). The more I read, the more I realize I don't know!