Why Live in Five Points
Five Points, a historic neighborhood just 1 mile east of downtown Huntsville, blends charm and modernity with a close-knit community feel. The area features a mix of architectural styles, including Craftsman, ranch-style, duplexes, manufactured homes, bungalows, Queen Anne, and Colonial Revival. Homes vary in condition, with some requiring renovations. Huntsville City Schools serve the neighborhood, with highly rated schools such as Blossomwood Elementary, Huntsville Junior High, and Huntsville High, which is noted for its strong STEM program and Advanced Placement courses. Residents have access to essential amenities like Publix Supermarket, Kroger, and Costco, as well as local favorites like Olde Towne Coffee Shop and 1892 East Restaurant & Tavern, known for its farm-fresh, seasonal menu.
For outdoor activities, Lewter Park offers a playground, basketball court, and picnic areas, while Beirne Avenue Park features slides and playsets. Goldsmith-Schiffman Field hosts local sports games. PorchFest FivePoints, a community-driven event with live porch concerts and food trucks, highlights the neighborhood's vibrant social scene. The area is relatively walkable and bikeable, though most residents rely on cars for transportation. The Huntsville International Airport is approximately 13 miles away. With crime rates lower than the national average, Five Points provides a safer living environment compared to many other areas.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Five Points a good place to live?
Five Points is a good place to live. Five Points is considered car-dependent and somewhat bikeable with minimal transit options. Five Points is a suburban neighborhood. Five Points has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is fairly sparse in population with 4.1 people per acre and a median age of 44. The average household income is $141,396 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 62.5% of residents. A majority of residents in Five Points are home owners, with 35.5% of residents renting and 64.5% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Five Points can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Five Points neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Five Points?
The median home price in Five Points is $472,500. If you put a 20% down payment of $94,500 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.35%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,350 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $101K a year to afford the median home price in Five Points. The average household income in Five Points is $141K.
What are the best public schools in Five Points?
The best public schools that serve Five Points are:
What are the best private schools in Five Points?
The best private schools that serve Five Points are:
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Are home prices dropping in Five Points?
Yes, home prices in Five Points are down 10% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Five Points, AL
On average, homes in Five Points, Huntsville sell after 74 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Five Points, Huntsville over the last 12 months is $390,000, down 17% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$390,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$495,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$174,900
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$260
Number of Homes for Sale
10
Last 12 months Home Sales
16
Median List Price
$472,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
7%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-17%