A small-town charm with local events and affordable housing
Moulton, the seat of Lawrence County, is a small area with local events and well-loved public spaces. Residents visit the heart of the community for parades and county-wide gatherings. At the center of downtown is the Lawrence County Courthouse. Shops and other municipal facilities surround the stately building. Manufacturing and agricultural industries support the town and the rest of the county. Most homes are within 2 miles of Moulton's center, and pricing is well below the national median.
Community parks and a national forest in the Moulton area
Residents have access to ample recreational spaces around Moulton. H. A. Alexander Park offers multiple athletic fields, a disc golf course and tennis courts. Locals visit the on-site Moulton Recreation Center for youth league volleyball and basketball games. There is also a racquetball court available to rent and a gymnasium. Moulton Mini Park, spanning 10 acres, includes a playground and paved walking paths. The space contains an amphitheater for festivals and events like Music in the Park. Families visit the Moulton Splash Pad next to the high school during the warmer months. Deer Run Golf Course is a city-run facility north of the Bankhead National Forest. The forest, known as "The Land of Waterfalls," offers swimming, fishing and boating. Those visiting the sprawling woodlands can enjoy trails suitable for hikers and equestrians.
Homes near fields and inside small subdivisions
Some homes in Moulton are planted near agricultural fields, while others sit in small subdivisions. The roadways often have a mix of native trees and no sidewalks. The housing varies, but ranch-styles, minimal traditional dwellings and more recent New Traditional homes are common. There are also several historic residences a few miles from downtown. Most sold homes cost between $150,000 and $400,000; however, some larger, custom residences and properties with several acres can list between $450,000 and $700,000. The market also includes wooded lots and cleared parcels ready for development.
Parades and festivals celebrate Moulton’s small-town spirit
Many community events, such as the Annual Harvest Festival and Veterans Day Parade, occur downtown. The largest is the Strawberry Festival, a two-day county-wide event with a full schedule of activities. Locals venture to the city's recreational center for live music, agriculture displays and a strawberry car derby. There's also a K-9 show, a petting zoo, and classic car and antique tractor shows. Roaring on the Fairgrounds-Tractor Pull is another local event celebrating the area's agricultural roots.
Businesses down Alabama Highway 157
The bulk of Moulton's service providers, storefronts and restaurants are off Alabama Highway 157. There's a Walmart Supercenter about a mile down the street from Tractor Supply Co. Locals shop for groceries at Foodland, inside Moulton East Shopping Center. The area contains several fast-food chain options and a few local spots. Cardinal Drive In serves hamburgers, Tater Tots and shakes. Patrons can sit down for a meal at Western Sirloin Steakhouse and Los Charros Mexican Restaurant. Lawrence County Farmers Market sells fresh produce three days a week.
Staying near home to attend schools
Children attend public schools within the community. Moulton Elementary has a B-minus rating on Niche. Moulton Middle receives a C-plus, and Lawrence County High has a B-minus. The Lawrence County Career Tech Center provides several programs, including health sciences, welding, cosmetology and robotics; these pathways are available for students in grades 10 to 12.
Getting around Lawrence County
Lawrence Medical Center provides an urgent care facility in Moulton but has limited weekend hours. Lawrence County Public Transportation has a small fleet of vans and buses, but most locals travel by car. Commuters take to AL Highway 157 and AL Highway 24. Drivers are roughly 20 miles from Downtown Decatur and Interstate 65.
Moulton's environmental factors
The region is prone to severe storms that can result in damaging high winds. The area also has a minor risk of flooding that may impact properties. In recent years, locals have expressed concerns over the taste and quality of the city's water. West Morgan East Lawrence Water and Sewer Authority continues to monitor and test the safety of the region's water supply.
Written By
Ashley Kennedy
