The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 35611 sells for about $314,000, or $159 per square foot.
Prices are up +4.7% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 114 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $856 a month.
ZIP 35611 — Athens
The 35611 housing market is experiencing steady growth, supported by the broader Huntsville metro economy. While inventory levels have increased, demand remains resilient, leading to moderate year-over-year price appreciation and a balanced market environment.
This ZIP is well-suited for families and commuters seeking a suburban lifestyle with more affordable housing options compared to the Huntsville core, while still maintaining access to major employment centers.
Median prices moved up 4.7% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 114 days on market with 6.7 months of supply — a slower-moving market.
12% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 99% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 5.1% · poverty 18.5% — a stable, low-distress profile.
versus the prior ACS vintage
in-migration and out-migration balanced
ZCTA 35611, Limestone County AL
ACS 2024 5-year estimates. Aggregate published statistics for this ZIP — never individual records, and never an attribute of any individual property or resident.
The area is served by the Athens City School District and Limestone County Schools, which generally maintain moderate performance ratings within the regional context.
The region is subject to standard Alabama weather risks, including severe thunderstorms and occasional tornado activity, necessitating standard property insurance coverage.
The area benefits from the economic momentum of the greater Huntsville metro, driven by aerospace, defense, and technology sectors, with ongoing residential expansion.
Composed from the ARED governance burden registry — tier-native tax structure (state + county + city + special districts), never averaged. State (Alabama) — Standard State Ad Valorem Homestead Exemption: Exempts up to $4,000 in assessed valuation from the 6.5 mill state ad valorem tax levy (providing a maximum direct state tax reduction of $26.00). Formula: Adjusted State Tax = Max(0, (Assessed Value - $4,000)) × 0.0065. State (Alabama) — Statewide Ad Valorem Property Tax and Class III Residential Assessment Ratio: Establishes a baseline 6.5 statewide millage rate ($0.0065 per dollar of assessed value) under Ala. Code § 40-8-1 and the Alabama Constitution. County (Limestone County, Alabama) — Alabama Property Tax Assessment Regime: Property tax is calculated as (Appraised Value * Assessment Rate) * Millage Rate. Assessment rates are 10% for Class III (owner-occupied residential) and 20% for Class II (all other property).
Residents primarily commute via I-65 and US-72 toward Huntsville employment hubs, with average commute times reflecting a suburban-to-urban flow.
The area features access to the Swan Creek Greenway, local parks, and proximity to Wheeler Lake for outdoor recreation, alongside retail centers along US-72.
The rental market is characterized by steady demand driven by the Huntsville metro workforce, with a mix of single-family rentals and apartment complexes.
The economy is anchored by the Huntsville metro area's defense, aerospace, and manufacturing sectors, including major employers like Redstone Arsenal and various tech firms.
The area is primarily served by highway corridors I-65 and US-72, with limited public transit options, making personal vehicle ownership essential for commuting.
Development is focused on residential subdivisions and commercial retail expansion along the US-72 corridor to accommodate regional population growth.
The Limestone County Revenue Commissioner manages property assessments, utilizing a 10% assessment ratio for residential properties.
Parcels may be subject to municipal taxes, school district levies, and potential utility district assessments depending on specific location.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by regional weather risks, including wind and hail exposure common to North Alabama.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov ZCTA 35611 profile.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
A popular local trail system for walking and cycling.
Provides extensive opportunities for boating, fishing, and water recreation.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.