A living history museum just outside Downtown Hunstville
In the heart of Downtown Huntsville, Twickenham Historic District became the city’s first officially designated historic district in 1972. Prominent local architects designed several of the neighborhood’s striking estates prior to the Civil War. Along the tree-canopied city blocks, grand Greek Revival mansions, fanciful Queen Annes and quaint Craftsman-style cottages sit side-by-side. Residents can easily stroll to nearby downtown and browse the independent boutiques and enjoy the trendy restaurants and bars along Clinton Avenue.
The Weeden House Museum and Garden was the home of Poet and Painter Maria Weeden.
Ride a bike or just walk the perimeter of Huntsville's Big Spring Park.
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Masterful antebellum estates next to quaint craftsman cottages
Many of Twickenham Historic District’s grand homes were built before the Civil War, long before the development of the buzzing restaurants and walkable shops next door. “It’s like a living museum,” says Sarah Lauren Kattos. The local associate broker and Realtor with Van Valkenburgh & Wilkinson Properties adds, “You can drive down the streets and look at all the different architectural styles in the area, so lovingly restored and maintained.” Along the tree-lined sidewalks, buyers can find stately Federal Colonials with symmetrical red-brick chimneys, striking Greek Revivals with rows of Roman pillars and charming Queen Annes with sunny bay windows. Kattos describes homeownership here as “generational,” explaining, “many families don’t part with the houses.” While it’s true that most homes are passed down, this is not the case for all houses in Twickenham Historic District. Homebuyers can find Queen Annes, Craftsman-style homes, brick cottages and Cape Cods with price tags typically between $700,000 and $900,000. Additionally, an old red-brick high school is being converted into a luxury condominium, with one- to three-bedroom condos listing between $425,000 and $1 million.
There are several examples of the Federal Architectural Style in Twickenham.
One of the more classic style homes in Twickenham, is the Bungalow-Craftsman.
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Walk to neighborhood parks or visit downtown museums
Families stroll along neighborhood sidewalks to visit the playground at California Street Park. Kids can climb on the monkey bars here or head Downtown to feed the ducks at Big Spring International Park. This central city green space has a loop walking trail and plenty of tree shade for afternoon picnics. Park visitors can follow the trail to the Huntsville Museum of Art or continue down the street to see the talking tree at EarlyWorks Children’s Museum.
Families enjoy the swing sets at California Street park near the Twickenham Historic District.
The Huntsville Museum of Art is the centerpiece of the downtown Huntsville Area.
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Try Southern comfort food at Commerce Kitchen
Residents are within walking distance of some of the best restaurants and shops in Huntsville. Commerce Kitchen is the neighborhood go-to for Southern comfort food, particularly fried green tomatoes. Customers can sit out on the outdoor patio here or walk a block north to order a juicy cheeseburger from Jack Brown’s Beer and Burger Joint. For a more sophisticated dining experience, Mazzara’s Vinoteca serves authentic Italian dishes in a historic Colonial house on Gates Avenue. Locals can enjoy a cocktail with a view just up the street at Baker and Able’s rooftop bar. Around the corner, Clinton Row is a new shopping mall brimming with vintage clothing stores and local artisan boutiques.
There are several restaurants near Twickenham Historic District with outdoor seating.
Jack Brown's Beer and Burger Joint is a casual dining option in the Twickenham neighborhood.
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Take a peek inside private estates at the Spirit of Christmas Past Home Tour
The grand estates in Twickenham Historic District are usually closed to the public, but for one day in December, residents can take a peek inside a select few of these architectural masterpieces. Private residences decked out in holiday décor open their doors each year for the Spirit of Christmas Past Home Tour.
Top-rated sports programs at Huntsville High
Twickenham's Historic District is zoned for Huntsville City Schools. Blossomwood Elementary and Huntsville Junior High both score a B-plus on Niche. Huntsville High School gets an A and has a top-rated sports program.
Blossomwood Elementary School is a public primary school in Huntsville Alabama.
Huntsville High School serves grades 9 through 12 in Huntsville.
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Walk downtown or take the city bus across Huntsville
Twickenham Historic District residents can walk downtown and visit all the restaurants and shops or hop on one of the city buses to see the more rural areas of Huntsville. Drivers can head north on Green Street and get on Interstate 565 to arrive at Huntsville International Airport in fewer than 15 miles. From I-565, locals can access Interstate 65 and follow this road 100 miles north to Downtown Nashville.
You can walk your dog while taking in the wildlife at Big Spring Park in Huntsville.
The closest Bus Stop to the Twickenham Historic District in downtown Huntsville.
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A rare chance to build new in Huntsville’s prestigious Twickenham Historic District—without the red tape. This 0.365-acre corner lot at White St. & Eustis Ave. is flat, cleared, and exempt from Historic Commission review until 2033, offering unmatched architectural freedom. Walk to downtown shops, dining, and cultural hotspots while enjoying tree-lined streets and timeless charm. One of the last
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
864
Median Age
43
Population Density
6 ppl/acre
Population under 18
10.9%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
20.7%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$112,500
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$153,622
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
75.8%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
26.7%
Advanced Degrees
9.3%
% Population in Labor Force
24.9%
Significantly below the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
54''
Average Winter Low Temperature
32°F
Average Summer High Temperature
91°F
Annual Snowfall
6''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
36/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
61/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
26/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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