Why Live in Northwood Lake
Northwood Lake in Northport is characterized by rolling, wooded hills that lead down to a 69-acre lake, exclusively accessible to residents for boating and fishing. The neighborhood features midcentury ranch and bilevel homes, many with exposed basements due to the terrain. Home prices range from $200,000 to the mid-$500,000s, with a recent trend of younger families moving in. The Jeannine Holden Walking Trail and Holden Park's playground are popular spots, while Northwood Lake Park offers tennis courts and a community pool. Residents have convenient access to groceries at Publix in the nearby Northwood Crossings shopping center, and McFarland Boulevard provides various retail options and fast-food restaurants. Downtown Northport, just 2 miles away, offers a small-town feel with the Kentuck Art Center and local eateries like Billy’s Sports Grill and the City Cafe. The Northwood Lake HOA organizes community events, and larger city events include the West Alabama Food and Wine Festival. The neighborhood is 3 miles from downtown Tuscaloosa and 4 miles from the University of Alabama. Zoned to Tuscaloosa County Schools, the area includes the highly rated Faucett-Vestavia Elementary School. The closest major airport, Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International, is 40 miles away.
Home Trends in Northwood Lake, AL
On average, homes in Northwood Lake, Northport sell after 47 days on the market compared to the national average of 51 days. The median sale price for homes in Northwood Lake, Northport over the last 12 months is $302,250, up 6% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$302,250
Median Single Family Sale Price
$307,250
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$140
Number of Homes for Sale
9
Last 12 months Home Sales
64
Median List Price
$302,450
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
6%