Porches, porches, and more porches! If you are someone that loves the idea of idyllic, timeless, slow-paced, front porch living, Huntsville Proper could very well be your dream come true. This beautiful area attracts history buffs and folks that love the charm of historic homes. Because of its timeless appeal, resale in this area is strong. Proximity to Huntsville’s downtown area only increases the appeal. Take a lazy drive through Huntsville Proper and you will see why many current North Alabama residents dream of one day living in this beautiful area and owning a little piece of Huntsville’s history.
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Charm, character, rich history, and convenience are a few of the most common descriptors for homes in Huntsville Proper. Whether you are looking for a modest Bungalow, a Cape Cod style home, Victorian construction, an Antebellum home, or a Craftsman style home, you will find what you are searching for here. Renovations and restorations are all around and the value and popularity of the properties in this area seem to keep rising and rising. Most of the homes are older homes and many fall into the confines of Huntsville’s Historic District. There are countless teams, individuals, committees and companies that are focused on revamping Huntsville Proper with a strong focus on preservation.
Huntsville is a very diverse city that is commonly broke down into several sub areas and communities. Take a look below at the list of sub areas and communities to learn more about each one:
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