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Oakdale

Oakdale

$382,636 Average Value
$169 Average Price per Sq Ft
86 Homes For Sale

A quiet community about 5 miles east of downtown Athens

Oakdale’s rural setting is accentuated by its outstretched country roads, wide-open fields and a network of trickling creeks and estuaries. And planned subdivisions give residents a sense of suburbia in a quiet country setting. It features nearby golfing ranges and plenty of land for hunting. Plus, it maintains easy access to shopping and locally owned restaurants, sitting about 5 miles east of downtown Athens. “Oakdale is all-around a great choice,” says Realtor Taylor Gregory with Realty One Group Titanium. Gregory has sold homes across the region for nearly a decade. “Whether you’re older and retiring or younger and starting a family, Oakdale is a wonderful place to live.”

Oakdale is growing with a large number of new homes under construction.
Oakdale is growing with a large number of new homes under construction.
Large acreage homes are rare in Oakdale but still can be found.
Large acreage homes are rare in Oakdale but still can be found.
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Planned subdivisions feature New traditional homes

Oakdale has many planned subdivisions, like The Ledges of Oakdale and Ridge at Oakdale. These communities are filled with brick contemporary colonials and New Traditional homes with attached garages, fenced-in backyards and roomy front yards. Homes are typically built close together and connected by well-maintained sidewalks. “It’s super safe. Kids ride their bikes around town or play in backyards, and parents feel comfortable not having them in sight the entire time,” Gregory says. Houses typically list between $300,000 and $600,000 for a three- or four-bedroom house, while custom homes can list between $600,000 and $800,000. Several homes are not part of a subdivision, sitting on private lots that measure over an acre.

Much of Oakdale's real estate is made up of newly constructed custom homes.
Much of Oakdale's real estate is made up of newly constructed custom homes.
Oakdale is a growing area with numerous new residential developments.
Oakdale is a growing area with numerous new residential developments.
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Athens City Schools is highly rated by Niche

Two school districts serve Oakdale. Athens City Schools scores an overall A on Niche and serves over 4,800 students. Athens Elementary School scores a B-plus on Niche, Athens Middle School has a B-plus and Athens High School has an A-minus. Niche ranks Athens High as the second-best overall high school in Limestone County. Limestone County Schools also serve Oakdale, scoring an overall B on Niche. Elkmont Elementary School has a B on Niche, and Elkmont High School scores a B-minus, serving sixth through 12th-grade students. Athens State University is an upper-division school that offers arts, business, and education courses.

Julia Newman Elementary School is a highly rated public elementary school in Athens, AL.
Julia Newman Elementary School is a highly rated public elementary school in Athens, AL.
Athens High School serves students in grades 9-12.
Athens High School serves students in grades 9-12.
Athens Middle School serves students in the Athens neighborhood.
Athens Middle School serves students in the Athens neighborhood.
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Ball games at Athens Sportsplex

Athens Sportsplex is a state-of-the-art facility with softball and baseball fields, a soccer field, a public pool and a disc golf course. The complex also has a wooden dugout playground. On Hall Road, Piney Creek Hunting Preserve offers over 640 acres of hardwood forests, grassy bottomland and fields for local hunters. The preserve also provides guided excursions with hunting hounds. Par 72 Golfing Range on Highway 72 and Canebrake Golf Club on Founder’s Circle are the perfect places for golfers to work on their swing.

The Athens Sportsplex offers an 18 hole disc golf course for residents of Oakdale and Athens.
The Athens Sportsplex offers an 18 hole disc golf course for residents of Oakdale and Athens.
All Kids Park offers a unique and engaging playground for Oakdale children.
All Kids Park offers a unique and engaging playground for Oakdale children.
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Popping into Dollar General or heading into Downtown Athens

Dollar General sits in the heart of the community on Route 251, and Publix anchors East Side Junction – a local shopping center. Next to Publix are Pet Supplies Plus, Cuts by Us and Solar Nails and Spa. The shopping center also features a few spots to eat, including Las Trojas Cantina and Buffalo Wild Wings. Other local restaurants include 306 Barbecue. The barbecue joint has red and white checkered tablecloths and fully stocked napkin boxes with house-smoked pulled pork and wings on the menu. Oakdale residents are a short drive from the shopping and dining of downtown Athens. Hi-Plane Coffee Company serves craft lattes, Sweetest Things Tearoom offers pots of tea with a homey aesthetic and Antiques on Jefferson is one of downtown’s many shops.

The Sweetest Thing Tea Room features tasty teas and home cooked food.
The Sweetest Thing Tea Room features tasty teas and home cooked food.
Square Clock Coffee is a local favorite spot for Oakdale residents to stock up on caffeine.
Square Clock Coffee is a local favorite spot for Oakdale residents to stock up on caffeine.
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Take the nearby highways into Huntsville

Oakdale is a car-dependent community about 5 miles from the downtown Athens and 30 miles from Huntsville. The City of Athens and surrounding communities don’t have a public transit system. Highway 72 and Interstate 65 run alongside Athens, providing access to other areas in Alabama. Athens-Limestone Hospital is 5 miles west of Oakdale, and the Huntsville International Airport is 24 miles away.

The Oakdale Neighborhood is near Interstate 65.
The Oakdale Neighborhood is near Interstate 65.
Highway 72 runs through the Oakdale neighborhood and connects to Athens.
Highway 72 runs through the Oakdale neighborhood and connects to Athens.
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Summer rodeos and Halloween haunted houses

Athens hosts community events throughout the year, from a week of guided walking tours in April to the “North Pole Stroll” in December. It also hosts two large rodeos annually in May and August. Locals head to Doomsday Haunt in the fall, a seasonally open haunted house south of the neighborhood.

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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Huntsville International-Carl T Jones Field

38 min drive

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Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Oakdale US
Homicide 3 4
Sexual Assault 1 4
Assault with Weapon 2 4
Robbery 2 4
Burglary 3 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 3 4
Larceny 2 4
Crime Score 2 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes
1,639
Number of Homes for Sale
86
Median Year Built
2004
Months of Supply
6.30
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,385
Above the national average
1,932
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
19,602

Open Houses

  • Sunday, May 24
    2 - 4pm

    22945 Oakdale Ridge Ln, Athens, AL 35613

    $358,900

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,951 Sq Ft
    • 22945 Oakdale Ridge Ln

    Presented with flexibility in mind, this home offers it all. Competitive offering with consideration towards a buyer's closing expense PLUS a one year home warranty! Located in highly desirable east Athens. This home features a NEW ROOF (2025) and updated finishes throughout, offering a modern yet comfortable feel. Enjoy relaxing or entertaining in the screened porch overlooking a fully fenced

    Keeton Griggs Newton Realty

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  • Wednesday, May 20
    12 - 5pm

    23310 Leroy Ln, Athens, AL 35613

    $542,900

    • 4 Beds
    • 3.5 Baths
    • 2,953 Sq Ft
    • 23310 Leroy Ln

    The Hancock" is a beautiful house featuring 5 bedrooms, 3 and a half bathrooms, an amazing bonus room, and a three-car garage. The master bedroom is located in a secluded area and includes a glamour bath with a split vanity, a soaker tub, a separate shower, and a walk-in closet. The family room and bonus room are spacious and perfect for hosting guests, and the open kitchen layout makes

    Jeremy Harris Murphy Real Estate, LLC

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Distribution of Home Values

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Homes for Sale

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Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Rental Home Trends

Number of Homes for Rent
6
Median Rent
$2,082
Median Single Family Home Rent
$1,900
Median 4 Bedroom Single Family Home Rent
$1,995
Median Townhouse Rent
$1,375
Median 2 Bedroom Townhouse Rent
$1,375

Demographics

Total Population
6,417
Median Age
44
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
22.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
20.7%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$83,055
On par with the national average
$79,597
Average Household Income
$98,641

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
89.1%
College Graduates
32.2%
On par with the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
11.5%
On par with the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
63.4%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
49''
Average Winter Low Temperature
33°F
Average Summer High Temperature
90°F
Annual Snowfall
3''

Area Factors

Fairly friendly

Bikeability®

40 / 100

Not friendly

Walkability®

10 / 100
Source: Local Logic
Sources: Local Logic

Local Logic measures the walkability, access to public transit and bikeability of any address. CAP Index provides objective, accurate, and consistent data to help measure, compare, and mitigate crime risks.

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