Why Live in Toney
Toney, located in Harvest, offers a blend of country living and outdoor activities, with nature trails, fishing, and horseback riding readily available. The neighborhood features ranch-style houses and larger Craftsman-style estates, with Hyde Homes developing subdivisions like Kendall Trails, which includes brick Craftsman homes with attached garages and scenic walking trails. Another upcoming development, Kendall Farms, will introduce an agrihood concept, allowing residents to engage in sustainable farming and composting. Toney is served by highly rated schools, including Madison Cross Roads Elementary School and Sparkman High School, both receiving commendable ratings. For things to do, residents can visit Red Coach Resort for trails and swimming, or Oak Meadows Stables for horsemanship lessons. The Madison Crossroads Community Center and Blue Water Springs Park provide sports facilities and youth leagues. Harvest Square Nature Preserve, located south of Toney, offers over two miles of trails, fishing piers, and wildlife spotting opportunities. Dining options include El Paso, a long-standing Mexican restaurant, and Marissa’s Grille for wings and burgers. Highway 53 provides easy access to Huntsville, Nashville, and Birmingham, making Toney a convenient yet serene place to live. The area is also noted for its low crime risk, making it safer than the national average.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Toney a good place to live?
Toney is a good place to live. Toney is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Toney is a rural neighborhood. Toney has 4 parks for recreational activities. It is sparse in population with 0.7 people per acre and a median age of 41. The average household income is $88,945 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 33% of residents. A majority of residents in Toney are home owners, with 15.7% of residents renting and 84.3% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Toney can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Toney neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Toney?
The median home price in Toney is $272,990. If you put a 20% down payment of $54,600 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.5%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,380 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $59K a year to afford the median home price in Toney. The average household income in Toney is $89K.
What are the best public schools in Toney?
The best public schools that serve Toney are:
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Are home prices dropping in Toney?
Yes, home prices in Toney are down 17% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Toney, AL
On average, homes in Toney, Harvest sell after 110 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Toney, Harvest over the last 12 months is $252,490, down 11% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$252,490
Median Single Family Sale Price
$259,944
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$152
Number of Homes for Sale
7
Last 12 months Home Sales
38
Median List Price
$272,990
Median Change From 1st List Price
3%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-11%