West Florence
Neighborhood in Florence, Alabama
Lauderdale County 35630
Historic homes and mid-century ranches
Most homes were built in the early to mid-1900s along narrow, hilly streets. "There are more historic homes in this area," Tanner says. "Some original homes are at least 60 to 80 years old. Some, probably even 100." Ranch styles, bungalows and cottages are among the neighborhood's most popular housing styles, and there are several custom-built homes along Riverview Drive. Several homes need a few repairs, and Tanner says it's a popular community for investment properties. Housing values vary widely, but homes north of West College Street tend to list from $20,000 to $200,000. Homes south of West College Street are typically larger and sell at higher prices. They list anywhere between $160,000 and $430,000. A few homes along Riverview Drive, while they rarely hit the market, can sell between $500,000 and $610,000. Construction is underway for a massive development project called West Village. It will bring new single-family homes, townhomes and apartments to the area, along with various businesses. Construction is in its early stages.Events at the MacFarland Parks and days by the Tennessee River
Residents can access the Tennessee River at MacFarland Park, located directly south of the community. The park features a small beach area with views of the O'Neal Bridge and a boat ramp with several slips. Other park amenities include playgrounds, walking paths, a disc golf course and a soccer field. MacFarland Park is also a center for city-wide events, including the W.C. Handy Music Festival, a huge event full of music, block parties and acoustic sessions celebrating Handy's musical legacy. There are also several disc golf and fishing tournaments. The Handy Recreation Center reopens in May 2025 after a $2.6-million renovation project. The reopening will debut new activity rooms, a renovated locker room and a computer space. The center also features an outdoor, seasonal pool.Florence City Schools earns high remarks on Niche
The Florence City School District scores an overall A on Niche and is Alabama's second-most diverse school district. Sam C. Harlan Elementary School scores a B-minus on Niche, Hibbett Intermediate School has an A-minus, and Florence Middle School has an A-minus. The Florence Freshman Center serves ninth graders before they head to Florence High School for tenth through twelfth grade; both schools sit on the same campus and score a B-plus on Niche. The high school offers several student organizations, from chess and French clubs to FBLA and theater. The University of North Alabama, sitting just outside the community, offers various bachelor's degrees, including a B.S. in biology and a B.A. in mass communication.Navigating Florence
West Florence is car-dependent. It's about 5 miles north of Muscle Shoals, connected by Lee Highway. The North Alabama Medical Center is about 3 miles east, and the Northwest Alabama Regional Airport is a 7-mile trip.Plates at Bunyan's and heading to downtown Florence
While minimally commercial, West Florence is home to Bunyan's Bar-B-Q – a family-operated barbecue spot that's been around for decades. Visitors can grab a dinner plate with chicken or pork and sides like potato salad or slaw. Chicken stew can be ordered by the gallon and the barbecue by the pound. Plus, locals love the homemade sauce. Historical attractions, boutiques and galleries sit between restaurants like Odette and Yum Thai in downtown Florence. Downtown is also home to First Fridays, a popular monthly event with live music, art and sidewalk performances. Wilson's Food Center offers groceries at the heart of the community, and big-box stores like Walmart Neighborhood Market and ShopRite are 3 miles away.
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Brennen Martin
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Devin Pavolini
Devin Pavolini
Responds QuicklyRE/MAX Tri-State
(256) 563-4614
72 Total Sales
1 in West Florence
$149,900 Price
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Michael Roberts
Michael Roberts
Responds QuicklyRE/MAX Tri-State
(938) 222-0546
31 Total Sales
2 in West Florence
$4K - $15K Price Range
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JACOB HARBIN
JACOB HARBIN
Responds QuicklyRE/MAX Today
(938) 222-0401
97 Total Sales
1 in West Florence
$127,900 Price
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Samantha Walker
Samantha Walker
Responds QuicklyCapstone Realty LLC Huntsville
(256) 870-2550
469 Total Sales
1 in West Florence
$95,000 Price
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Robert Strickland
Robert Strickland
Responds QuicklyCENTURY 21 Clement Realty, Inc
(938) 222-4901
80 Total Sales
2 in West Florence
$16K - $28K Price Range
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Judy Young
Judy Young
Responds QuicklyThe Agency On Pine
(938) 222-3789
231 Total Sales
2 in West Florence
$150K - $475K Price Range
Schools
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- 10th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 12th
- Public
- Pre-K to 8th
- Private
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Parks in this Area
McFarland Park
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | West Florence | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 7 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 5 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 6 | 4 |
| Robbery | 5 | 4 |
| Burglary | 4 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 3 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 5 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
West Florence Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in West Florence, Florence sell after 21 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in West Florence, Florence over the last 12 months is $164,000, down 7% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$159,450
Median Sale Price
$164,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$156,950
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
21
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-7%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$111
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
428
Number of Homes for Sale
3
Median Year Built
1955
Months of Supply
1.70
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,339
Significantly below the national average
1,933
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
8,712
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
1,957
Median Age
37
Population under 18
28.4%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
17.9%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$24,999
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$44,924
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
80%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
26.4%
Advanced Degrees
9.5%
% Population in Labor Force
38.5%
Significantly below the national average
65.1%
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
58
/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
56
/ 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.
Nearby Neighborhoods
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North Florence
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East Florence
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Edgemont
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Hickory Hills
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Forest Hills
A sought-after North Florence suburb with nearby parks and top-rated schools
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