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Large homes off Richland Road
To keep up with Auburn's growing population, development west of downtown has ramped up the past couple of decades, especially off Richland Road. While a number of new subdivisions have sprung up in the area, Cotswold stands out, offering the largest, most expensive homes in the quiet suburban expanse, plus access to a great school system. “The majority of them are five-bedroom homes, 3,000 square feet — definitely larger than Lundy Chase, which is the neighborhood next door,” says Amy Cotney, Realtor at Roots Real Estate Investment Development. “It’s a lot of people moving out there. A lot of people love it.”
Cotswold is a small neighborhood on the west side of town with homes sitting on larger lots.
Cotswold homes have independent mailboxes, some personalized to show Auburn Tigers pride.
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New traditional homes on suburban streets
Cotswold homes are laid out along suburban drives flanked by sidewalks. Homes have two-car garages with small, well-maintained lawns and fenced-in backyards. The new traditional homes, most built in the last 15 year, often have five or six bedrooms. “In Cotswold, you get a lot of home for the price,” Cotney says. “They’re really large houses.” Houses sell between the mid-$400,000s and mid-$600,000.
Most homes in the Cotswold neighborhood are two-story homes.
Cotswold is situated amongst lush trees and long winding roads.
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Highly rated Auburn City Schools
Cotswold is served by Auburn City Schools — the third-best school district in Alabama, according to Niche. Students start at Richland Elementary for kindergarten through second grade, followed by Creekside Elementary for third through fifth. Both schools receive an A-plus from Niche. Students head to J.F. Drake Middle for sixth grade, East Samford School for seventh, then Auburn Junior High for eighth and ninth. Each school scores an A rating. Auburn High School, also rated A, offers the International Baccalaureate program.
Rolling Toomer’s after a Tigers win
The Cotswold HOA requires annual dues of $350 while organizing plenty of events and get-togethers, like holiday celebrations for the community and food trucks at the neighborhood pools. As in many Southern college towns, football in the fall is the main attraction. Four miles from Cotswold, the Auburn University football team plays at Jordan-Hare Stadium, where nearly 90,000 fans pack the stands to cheer on the Tigers. Toomer’s Corner, across from Toomer’s Drugstore in downtown Auburn, serves as a gathering place before and after the game.
Find Cotswold residents rolling Toomers after a home football game.
Living in Cotswold makes it so easy to arrive home after a crazy Auburn Tigers football game.
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Quick drives through Auburn
Cotswold sits at the end of Richland Road, just over 4 miles from the center of Auburn. While the area’s relative isolation provides serenity, residents have to drive towards downtown for anything they need. Auburn University, roughly 3 miles from the neighborhood, is the city's biggest employer, and nearby Shug Jordan Parkway takes residents around the city to other employers. Interstate 85 runs just south of the city and leads 100 miles northeast to Atlanta, where Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport offers flights to over 200 destinations.
Cotswold residents can also head to Chewacla State Park for scenic, lush, winding roads.
Cotswold is located a only a few miles from downtown Aurburn.
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Date nights in downtown Auburn
Downtown Auburn has plenty of dining options. Hamilton’s On Magnolia is a local favorite, serving seafood and steaks in a warm, wood-paneled interior. Meanwhile, The Hound serves elevated American cuisine. A little closer to the neighborhood, fast-food options like Marco’s Pizza flank Shug Jordan Parkway at Donahue Drive. The closest grocery store, a Walmart Neighborhood Market, sits at the intersection, and a Publix is a mile further.
Hamiltons on Magnolia is a staple in Auburn and a Cotswold favorite.
Game days and weekend nights are where you'll probably find most Cotswold residents.
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The Cotswold features a private pool only for community residents.
Community pools in Cotswold
Cotswold has two community pools open between April and October. Otherwise, residents head out of the neighborhood for recreation. The Yarbrough Tennis Center is a mile from the neighborhood, with 33 indoor and outdoor tennis courts. Three miles south, Kiesel Park has walking paths around a pond, while Chewacla State Park is an 8-mile drive and features hiking trails, a lakeside beach and campsites. A new city park within walking distance may be on the horizon, as Auburn’s Parks, Recreation and Culture plans for a park off Richland Road with sports fields, a recreation center and paths around an existing lake.
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Parks in this Area
Chewacla State Park
Kreher Preserve & Nature Center
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Cotswold
US
Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
2
4
Assault with Weapon
2
4
Robbery
2
4
Burglary
2
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
2
4
Larceny
3
4
Crime Score
3
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Cotswold, Auburn sell after 64 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Cotswold, Auburn over the last 12 months is $482,760, up 2% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Great space inside & out offering lots of options for the house & yard! Full brick/stone exterior for easy maintenance. Immaculately maintained. Open concept floorplan with kitchen open to living room & breakfast area. Kitchen boasts a large center island, under cabinet lighting, kitchen desk & walk in pantry. Large breakfast area with 4 windows overlooks the private, fenced back yard. Living
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
539
Median Age
33
Population under 18
30.8%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
9.1%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$104,924
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$124,230
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
94.5%
College Graduates
79%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
33.8%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
68.4%
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
14/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
0/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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