Salem
Rural Neighborhood in Athens, Alabama
Limestone County 35620, 35647
Salem's homes rarely hit the market
Salem provides buyers with space to build a home, own horses, plant gardens or even row crops. And space means quiet and privacy. Most homes have good-sized acreage featuring rolling hills, woodsy hollows and scenic creeks. Homes don’t enter the market very often, but those that do are usually ranch-style homes or farmhouses with Cape Cod or Craftsman-inspired exteriors. Homes typically list between $275,000 and $625,000.Hunting, fishing and hiking near the Tennessee River
Salem residents are close to trails, preserves and rec spaces, such as Joe Wheeler State Park. The expansive park sits on the Tennessee River and offers 16 miles of trails, a swimming beach, a disc golf course and a boat launch to get out on the river for fishing or waterskiing. Near Richland Creek, there's a small boat launch close to the Easter Ferry Hunting Preserve. The Marbut's Bend Trail is near the creek, offering a wildlife-rich wooden boardwalk leading to a serene fishing pier. "Fishing and hunting are definitely big here, but most people just like to get outside, sit on a truck bed and hang out with their friends," LeFevre says. One of the closest public playgrounds is Robert Trinnon Park in Athens, 13 miles away, which also has athletic fields and picnic tables.West Limestone County Schools and nearby higher ed
West Limestone County Schools serves families in Salem, starting with Sugar Creek Elementary, which earns an overall B rating from Niche. The school serves students in pre-kindergarten through grade five. West Limestone High serves grades six through 12 and earns a B-minus rating. The high school pairs with Calhoun Community College and the University of North Alabama to offer students college credit classes. The school’s career and technical education program also provides pathways such as engineering, agriscience and graphic arts.Residents can commute to Athens, Florence or Huntsville
Buck Island Road and Easter Ferry Road are Salem's main thoroughfares, connecting residents to Interstate 65, about 20 miles away in Athens. Highway 72 is also about 20 miles from Salem, which brings residents to Florence and Huntsville. Public transportation is not available in Salem. Northwest Alabama Regional Airport and Huntsville International Airport serve the area and are both about 45 miles from Salem. The closest medical center is Athens Limestone Hospital, 14 miles away. The community has a CAP Index Crime Score of 2 out of 10, significantly lower than the national average of 4.Buck Island Road has community amenities and connects to Athens
A few small dining and retail options are available on Buck Island Road, including Dollar General, the Salem Pharmacy and Christo's Dari-Delite. This old-fashioned walk-up restaurant offers comfort food like burgers and milkshakes. Residents must go into a larger community like Athens for more amenities. Around Highway 72 are big box and grocery stores like Walmart, Fresh Value and Publix. Restaurants like Ro's Grille and Lucia's Cocina Mexicana offer more dining options. For more extensive commercial options, residents can visit Florence, 40 miles away or Huntsville, 50 miles away. Florence has many shops, restaurants and big box stores, like Target. Huntsville has more dining, retail and entertainment. Residents can go to Bridge Street Town Center for shopping, downtown for bars and eateries or Von Braun Center for monster truck rallies and concerts.
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Micaela Green
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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 Salem
$219,900 Price
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Taylor Gregory
Taylor Gregory
Newton Realty
(256) 374-0521
139 Total Sales
1 in Salem
$252,900 Price
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Verna Stephens
Verna Stephens
Responds QuicklyDream Key Real Estate, LLC
(256) 998-9868
176 Total Sales
1 in Salem
$195,000 Price
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Jamillah Heater
Jamillah Heater
Responds QuicklyMarket Group Real Estate
(938) 666-6215
38 Total Sales
1 in Salem
$265,000 Price
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Carla Morell
Carla Morell
Dream Key Real Estate, LLC
(256) 559-3263
62 Total Sales
1 in Salem
$625,000 Price
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Caleb McConnell
Caleb McConnell
Innovative Realty Solutions
(256) 867-0372
246 Total Sales
11 in Salem
$125K - $380K Price Range
Schools
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- 6th to 12th
- Public
- Pre-K to 5th
- Public
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Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Salem | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 1 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 1 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 1 | 4 |
| Robbery | 1 | 4 |
| Burglary | 1 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 1 | 4 |
| Larceny | 1 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 1 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Salem Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Salem, Athens sell after 15 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Salem, Athens over the last 12 months is $340,000, up 37% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$309,450
Median Sale Price
$340,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$275,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
3
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
37%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$178
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
84
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Median Year Built
1990
Months of Supply
4.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,899
On par with the national average
1,933
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
42,253
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
1,123
Median Age
44
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
22.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
20.2%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$71,079
On par with the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$86,677
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
89.9%
College Graduates
14.9%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
2.5%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
60.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
49''
Average Winter Low Temperature
33°F
Average Summer High Temperature
90°F
Annual Snowfall
3''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
28
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
0
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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