Persimmon Grove
Rural Neighborhood in Athens, Alabama
Limestone County 35611, 35614, 35620
Mid-20th-century homes and new construction
The community features a mix of 20th-century ranches and new craftsman-style homes built within the last 20 years. New construction is still ongoing, with several homes currently being built off Buck Island Road. Most homes here have larger lot sizes, some with as much as 10 acres of land. However, newer homes tend to have smaller lot sizes than original properties, averaging around a half-acre of land each. Persimmon Grove homes tend to stay on the market for about a month and typically sell for between $150,000 to $300,000.Fishing in Elk River and hiking nearby
Persimmon Grove borders the Elk River, which provides opportunities for fishing, swimming and kayaking. Marbut's Bend is a large hiking area next to Richland Creek, and the Richard Martin Trail is a 10-mile hiking trail that extends all the way to the state border. Just east in the nearby city of Athens, Swan Creek Park is a large municipal park with several miles of hiking trails through dense forests along the creek. The Athens Sports Complex is a large outdoor attraction with a public pool, baseball diamonds, sand volleyball courts and a large playground. Directly next to the sports complex is the Athens Recreation Center with indoor basketball courts and meeting rooms.Limestone County School District
The Limestone County School District serves the neighborhood’s students. Kids may start at Owens Elementary School, which gets a B rating from Niche, for Pre-K to fifth grade, before transitioning to West Limestone High School, which has a B-minus, for sixth to 12th grade.Limestone Sheriff's Rodeo
The Limestone Sheriff's Rodeo is the “largest outdoor rodeo east of the Mississippi,” according to their website. The event has been held annually for over 40 years, with cowboys and cowgirls competing for $50,000 in prize money. There are also concessions, amusement rides and family-friendly entertainment throughout the weekend.Close to Highway 72 and Interstate 65
Persimmon Grove is car-dependent with Highway 72 and Interstate 65 being the major connections nearby. Athens is 10 miles east and takes about 15 minutes by car, and Huntsville is 40 miles east and takes just under an hour.Country Stores and retailers in Athens
George's Country Store is a small convenience shop that’s been operating in the area for over 30 years. Tienda Mexicana La Bonita is a Mexican grocery store close by that sells a variety of fresh produce and packaged international goods. Midtown Centre is a shopping mall in nearby Athens with Publix, Hometown Grocery and Walgreens. French Farms Shopping Center is also in Athens and has a Walmart Supercenter, Lowes Home Improvement and clothing stores. Closer to Persimmon Grove are popular local restaurants. Mike’s Cafe has a diverse menu of breakfast and lunch favorites, and Cafe 72 has been serving classic American eats nearby for over 10 years.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Andrew Earnhart
Andrew Earnhart
Kendall James Realty
(256) 280-3506
145 Total Sales
1 in Persimmon Grove
$223,000 Price
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Taylor Gregory
Taylor Gregory
Newton Realty
(256) 374-0521
139 Total Sales
1 in Persimmon Grove
$175,000 Price
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Renee Tripp
Renee Tripp
Responds QuicklyTwins Realty
(938) 200-8965
178 Total Sales
1 in Persimmon Grove
$267,000 Price
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Curtis Burt
CB
Curtis Burt
Responds QuicklyNewton Realty
(256) 867-0430
48 Total Sales
2 in Persimmon Grove
$227K - $233K Price Range
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Shannon Elliott
Shannon Elliott
Responds QuicklyEngel & Volkers Limestone
(256) 998-9716
51 Total Sales
2 in Persimmon Grove
$50K - $345K Price Range
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Blake Johnson
Blake Johnson
Responds QuicklyKeller Williams Realty Madison
(256) 998-9520
91 Total Sales
1 in Persimmon Grove
$445,000 Price
Schools
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- 6th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 12th
- Public
- Pre-K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Fifth Avenue Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Trails
- Playground
Athens Limestone Fitness Park
- Bike Trails
- Trails
- Playground
Trinity's
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
- Playground
Trinity Park
- Picnic Area
- Tennis
- Playground
Christopher Park
- Bike Trails
- Trails
- Playground
Swan Creek Park
- Picnic Area
- Tennis
- Multi-Purpose Field
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Persimmon Grove | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 2 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 3 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 2 | 4 |
| Robbery | 2 | 4 |
| Burglary | 2 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 2 | 4 |
| Larceny | 2 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 2 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Persimmon Grove Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Persimmon Grove, Athens sell after 37 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Persimmon Grove, Athens over the last 12 months is $240,000, down 6% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$255,000
Median Sale Price
$240,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$255,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
9
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-6%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$188
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
191
Number of Homes for Sale
10
Median Year Built
1994
Months of Supply
13.30
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,682
Below the national average
1,933
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
32,234
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,871
Median Age
42
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
24.7%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
18.4%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$36,691
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$50,051
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
80.4%
College Graduates
3%
Significantly below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
2.4%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
57.6%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
49''
Average Winter Low Temperature
33°F
Average Summer High Temperature
90°F
Annual Snowfall
3''
Area Factors
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
0
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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