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Delano Park

Delano Park

$190,236 Average Value
$282 Average Price per Sq Ft
1 Home For Sale

Delano Park and access to schools

Just south of the city’s oldest park is the suburban neighborhood of Delano Park. “The draw for people wanting to live there would be being that close to a school and that close to the park,” says Jake Smith, a Realtor with Merithouse Realty. The neighborhood is home to Oak Park Elementary, Decatur Middle and Decatur High School, as well as a hospital. Delano Park was first created in 1887 and remains one of the focal points of Decatur. “You’re within walking distance of a water park,” says Smith. “But you cannot walk between Delano Park and Point Mallard Park.” Point Mallard Park sits along the Tennessee River about 4 miles from Oak Park Elementary.
Delano Park is a residential neighborhood centered around its namesake.
Delano Park is a residential neighborhood centered around its namesake.
Delano Park features a beautiful rose garden.
Delano Park features a beautiful rose garden.
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Older homes next to Delano Park

Delano Park mainly consists of bungalow and ranch-style homes, although newer construction is slowly beginning to be built. There are some sidewalks through the neighborhood and homes have driveways with carports or attached garages. There is a little street parking in homes that have shorter driveways and either no garages or some carports. “Houses that border the park are very similar to the historic district, but you live there without paying the historic fee,” says Smith. “They’re not considered historic, but they are old and well-kept.” Bungalows are generally the oldest homes, built primarily in the 1940s and 50s and can range in price from $120,000 to $250,000. Ranch-style homes can range from $169,000 to $340,000 and New Traditional homes will be the highest priced, ranging from $315,000 to $444,931. There’s a mixture of mature trees and smaller landscaping in front yards.
Delano Park homes typically feature carports or driveway parking.
Delano Park homes typically feature carports or driveway parking.
Ranch homes are common in Delano Park.
Ranch homes are common in Delano Park.
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Within walking distance to Decatur schools

All three schools that students are zoned for sit within Delano Park. Students can begin schooling at Oak Park Elementary School, which is graded a B-minus by Niche. Decatur Middle School earns a B and offers a variety of extracurricular classes such as robotics. The middle and high school are across the street from each other. Decatur High School earns an A-minus and, along with Austin High School, offers 19 Advanced Placement courses to students. According to Niche, Decatur High School is the second best public high school in Morgan County.
Decatur High School is connected to Decatur Middle School via skybridge.
Decatur High School is connected to Decatur Middle School via skybridge.
Oak Park Elementary is a public elementary school in Delano Park.
Oak Park Elementary is a public elementary school in Delano Park.
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Nearby highway and a hospital within Delano Park

There is no public transportation in Decatur, but U.S. Highway 31 acts as the border of Delano Park. The Decatur Morgan Hospital sits within Delano Park. With the three schools and a hospital within Delano Park, traffic can be “a mess in that area,” Smith says.

Oldest city park with a rose garden and a park along the Tennessee River

Delano Park is the oldest in the city, first created in 1887. The park is home to classic park offerings like a playground, walking paths and athletic fields. The park’s Rose Garden was originally planted in 1934. “Right now it’s something that the city is trying to make better,” Smith says. To the south of the neighborhood is Pop Oliver Park, a smaller green space with a playground and tennis court. Point Mallard Park sits along the Tennessee River and covers over 700 acres. The park has an 18-hole course, 217 full hookup camping sites, and a seasonal waterpark. The area also has a variety of athletic fields.
Delano Park features a walking path.
Delano Park features a walking path.
Point Mallard Park features a water park.
Point Mallard Park features a water park.
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Thrift store next to GraceLife Church and shopping along the highway

Within GraceLife Church is Everyday Sunshine Thrift Store, which employs people with intellectual disabilities. “Downtown specifically, that’s where all your local restaurants and businesses will be,” says Smith. “If you’d have to ask me for a recommendation now, I’d say 609 Social Market.” 609 Social Market & Provisions serves fresh seafood and has a small seafood market within the restaurant. Along U.S. Highway 31 are a variety of chain businesses, including O’Reilly Auto Parts, McDonald’s and Subways. In the Decatur Shopping Center is a Dollar General, Cornerstone Furniture, Value Village and Amazing Deals & Bin Treasures. La Guerrerense is a general Mexican store, and a Walmart Neighborhood Market is nearby.
609 Social Market and Provisions is a restaurant and shop near Delano Park.
609 Social Market and Provisions is a restaurant and shop near Delano Park.
Everyday Sunshine is a thrift store near Delano Park with a good cause.
Everyday Sunshine is a thrift store near Delano Park with a good cause.
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Downtown events with food trucks

Decatur has several city events throughout the year, including a Downtown Christmas Open House. “Businesses throw out their Christmas line of decorations,” says Smith. “Our office has photos with the Grinch. It’s really just a fun night of launching Christmas downtown.” From April to October, the city hosts 3rd Friday. “The cities shut down downtown and there’s food trucks, music,” says Smith. “People can walk up and down, there are lots of dogs out.” Point Mallard Park hosts the Alabama Jubilee Hot Air Balloon Classic over Memorial weekend.
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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Huntsville International-Carl T Jones Field

26 min drive

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Delano Park US
Homicide 5 4
Sexual Assault 5 4
Assault with Weapon 5 4
Robbery 4 4
Burglary 6 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 4 4
Larceny 4 4
Crime Score 5 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Delano Park Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$497,500
Median Sale Price
$390,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$480,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$449,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
4%
Last 12 months Home Sales
61
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
0%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$282

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,025
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Median Year Built
1980
Months of Supply
0.20
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,694
Below the national average
1,924
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,969

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

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Average Home Value





Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
6,312
Median Age
38
Population under 18
26.6%
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
$43,361
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$58,627

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
82.5%
College Graduates
20.9%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
5.3%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
60%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
49''
Average Winter Low Temperature
33°F
Average Summer High Temperature
90°F
Annual Snowfall
0''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

35 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

28 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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