Fairview-Skinem offers quiet country living, and that's exactly what residents love about it. "A lot of the draw is that you're out of city limits, but there are still grocery stores and restaurants a short drive away," says Realtor and broker associate Zach Bingham with Re/Max Alliance. The community offers thousands of acres of farmland, pine woods and grassy fields marked by rivers, creeks and ponds. Though subdivisions are popping up, Bingham says, "there's still a good mix of acreage available." As the community develops, residents still enjoy the peaceful vibe of a rural lifestyle.
Farmhouses sit on an abundant of land in Fairview-Skinem.
Some homes sit on a half acre of land in Fairview-Skinem.
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Custom builds and acreages available
Houses often sit on a significant acreage ranging from one to 10 acres or more. Buyers typically find ranch-style or manufactured homes with prices between $150,000 to $270,000 and farmhouses with Cape Cod or Craftsman-inspired exteriors with prices between $385,000 and $535,000. Contemporary New Traditional homes are scattered across the area in small subdivisions and list between $300,000 and $450,000. Land is also available for custom builds, going from $60,000 for one acre to $400,000 for 20 acres. Those seeking farmland for cattle, horses or row crops will find 60 acres for $1.5 million and 80 acres for $2 million.
New Traditional style of homes sit on the Western side of Fairview-Skinem.
Ranch style homes are spread throughout the Fairview-Skinem area.
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Career academies at Madison County Schools
The Madison County School System serves the families of Fairview-Skinem. Depending on their location, students may either start at Walnut Grove Elementary or the New Market School, both of which earn an overall rating of B-plus from Niche. They can then attend A-minus-rated Meridianville Middle or B-plus-rated Buckhorn Middle. High schoolers may go to B-plus-rated Hazel Green High or A-minus-rated Buckhorn High. Buckhorn offers various career academies, including agriscience, public administration, business and human services.
Walnut Grove Elementary School enrolls over 200 students every year in New Market.
Hazel Green High School is home to the Trojans.
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Residents enjoy kayaking on the Flint River and other outdoor activities
Water activities are easily accessible for residents in Fairview Skinem. "The Flint River is nearby, so you've got a lot of people kayaking, canoeing and fishing," Bingham says. "Hunting is big here, too." There are numerous small creeks and swimming holes that are well-loved by residents, such as the one on Hump Creek. In neighboring New Market, Sharon Johnston Park is over 250 acres, featuring walking paths, a fishing lake, a pool and a playground. Huntsville is also home to numerous state parks and nature preserves due to its location near the final ridges of the Appalachian Mountains. Monte Sano State Park is a favorite of locals, offering miles of trails for hiking and mountain biking, a Japanese Botanical Garden, a playground and sweeping views of the surrounding mountains.
Fathers can swing with their kids at the playground at Sharon Johnston Park in New Market.
Monte Sano State Park is perfect for mountain bikers who want to explore the area.
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Hazel Green and Huntsville have shopping and dining
Residents must travel south for most amenities, according to Bingham. In downtown Hazel Green, there are grocery stores like Walmart and Foodland. There are also chain restaurants and local joints available when folks want to dine out. El Mariachi provides classic Mexican fare, while Evelina's Southern Cooking is a no-fuss cafe serving fried and smothered comfort foods. Huntsville offers more big-box stores like Costco and Target, as well as dining and entertainment. Close to Highway 72, Bridge Street Towne Center has retail outposts, eateries and a movie theater. The Von Braun Center is a favorite for concerts, basketball games and monster truck rallies.
Everlina's Southern Cooking serves delicious ribeye and brisket in Hazel Green.
El Mariachi Mexican Restaurant has mariachis on some nights in Hazel Green.
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Highway 431 and 72 connect residents to surrounding communities
The closest major roads surrounding Fairview Skinem are Highway 431, which connects south to Huntsville and the surrounding communities, and Highway 72, which travels west to Interstate 65. While the community is very rural, Hazel Green is only 5 miles away, Meridianville is 9 miles and Huntsville is 20 miles. There isn't any public transit available in the area. The Huntsville International Airport is 33 miles from Fairview Skinem. Huntsville Hospital is 20 miles from the community, but there is an urgent care center in Hazel Green, 5 miles away. Fairview Skinem has a CAP Index Crime Score of 1 out of 10, lower than the national average of 4.
Huntsville Hospital Urgent Care has a location in Hazel Green.
The Huntsville Airport is the closest travel options for the entire Huntsville region.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
4,639
Median Age
42
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
23.9%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
19.2%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$74,850
On par with the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$94,392
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
83.8%
College Graduates
25.6%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
4.6%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
62.7%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
55''
Average Winter Low Temperature
30°F
Average Summer High Temperature
90°F
Annual Snowfall
7''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
22/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
0/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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