Beginning as a community of settlers who made the trek south for better opportunities, Owens Cross Roads gets its name from original resident Thomas J. Owens, a Virginian who set down roots literally at the “cross roads” that would develop into a thriving community backed by natural beauty and sprawling homes. Starting with just one home, the community grew as more settled in the area from Tennessee, Virginia and the Carolinas, developing into a welcome abode just minutes from Huntsville. "It's a beautiful place to live," says Leah Miller, a Realtor with The Miller Team at Keller Williams Huntsville. "You're literally surrounded by nature preserves. You've got farmland and horse stables – Owens Cross Roads is great for anyone looking for that country lifestyle." Realtor Terri Cote with Keller Williams-Huntsville says the city is a convenient connector community between Huntsville and Guntersville with great mountain views and a lot of high end homes with space to enjoy.
Outdoor trails to discover
To get outside, Bethel Spring Nature Preserve sits on 360 acres with an abundance of forests, springs, creeks, and close to two miles of trails. Visitors can also hike to one of Madison County’s largest waterfalls. The Flint River Greenway can be accessed from Owens Cross Roads. Walkers can spot deer, rabbits, birds and other wildlife. For family-friendly outdoor fun, locals can head to JDM Family Farm. Visitors can pick a pumpkin or can check out the farm's Horse Camp for kids. Five miles west, the Green Mountain Nature Trail is 72 acres of serene nature with a covered bridge leading to a historic log cabin dating back to 1810. The park also has Sky Lake, a popular location for fishing. To hit the links, Owens Cross Roads is part of the Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail with Hampton Cove sitting right outside the community.
Keel Mountain Preserve is a nature preserved managed by The Nature Conservancy.
There is an abundance of nature and nature preserves in Owen Cross Roads.
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Small three-bedrooms to large estates
In Owens Cross Roads, prospective buyers will find a stunning collection of Craftsman-style homes noted for having earthy toned brick exteriors, low-pitched roofs, tapered columns and wide front porches on larger lots with space to roam. Many larger estates are newer construction to meet the demand of the region that is growing in population. On the smaller end of the spectrum, a collection of homes often come with attached garages and at least three bedrooms. The nearby Redstone Arsenal attracts a lot of military families to the area.
Brick Craftsman Style homes are one of several available in the Owens Cross Roads Neighborhood.
Homes in Owen Cross Roads come in all manners of shapes, sizes, and price points.
Founded in 1967, having a population of nearly 2,500, Owens Cross Roads is a quaint small town.
Located in a home built in 1928, Grandmother's restaurant offers down home country cooking.
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Small town center
Perfect Timing Bar and Grill is a local tavern known for burgers and spicy hot wings. Locals can enjoy a craft beer at the bar or relax over a meal on the patio. Grandmother's House takes family tradition to the next level. The house was built by the owner's grandparents in 1928, and it's been preserved as much as possible apart from its modern kitchen. Patrons will be transported into a cozy home filled with antiques and family photos. Wenona Moorer, the restaurant owner, prepares dishes using her family recipes. Locals love the rib-eye steaks, fried catfish, homemade desserts and the atmosphere that makes them want to slow down and stay awhile. For everyday essentials, Publix sits nearby.
Madison County Schools
Owens Cross Roads Elementary's Student 2 Student program is designed to bring military and civilian children together to ease transitions and create a positive environment. About 5 miles away is New Hope Elementary, which is open to kindergarten to sixth grade. Both elementaries have a B-plus grade from Niche. New Hope High has a B grade from Niche and accepts students between seventh and twelfth grade.
Getting on Highway 431
Highway 431 cuts across the city, leading to Huntsville to the north, just 15 miles away.
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On average, homes in Owens Cross Roads, AL sell after 85 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Owens Cross Roads, AL over the last 12 months is $380,000, up 1% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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