Athens Homes for Sale

Updated Real Estate in Athens

Athens is known for being one of the best places to live in Alabama. In fact, it is frequently awarded this title. It is one of the oldest cities in the state and its downtown area still has its historical charm from the 19th century. Athens was originally called Athenson and the name was changed to Athens after the city in Greece. This town is home to Athens started, which originally was a women's college that was founded in 1812. This is the home to the Alabama Shakes rock band. While Huntsville is becoming one of the biggest technology spots, Athens is seeing growth. Athens is a quaint town that is close to everything.

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Relocating to Athens Alabama

Athens is known for being one of the best places to live in Alabama. One of the area's popular spots is the Elk River and the nearby Tenessee River. There are so many incredible trails, outdoor activities, and golf courses. If you are an outdoor enthusiast, there is plenty to do in Athens. The opportunities and activities available make it a great family-friendly place. These are some of the best places to visit in the state. Athens is truly the epitome of a southern town with all of the southern charm you desire.

Athens Schools

If you live in Athens and have students then they will most likely attend school at the Athens City School District. This school district serves students K-12th grade. The districts mission statement is, “The Athens City School District collaborates with students, parents, and the community to provide an enriched and rigorous learning environment where every student uses multiple pathways to grow, problem-solve, and reach their potential as lifelong learners and productive citizens.”-Athens City School District

Athens Real Estate

Athens is a great place to consider if you are moving to Huntsville. The area is one of the more affordable places to live in Alabama. Home values in this area are always continuing to grow. There are many different property types in Athens, but the majority of homes you will see on the market are single-family homes. This is a great place to dive into and settle down with a family.

“Athens, Alabama is very serene. There are things to do on the square, a lot of restaurants, and school activities to engage in. There are so many friendly faces around as well! It is a safe place, and the school system is splendid and the teachers are magnificent.”-Niche

“Athens is a really neat place to live. Very quiet and peaceful compared to my previous neighborhood. The schools are very good and cleaner than my previous schools. The common life is very good and calm, not that hectic than my previous living environments.”-Niche

In Conclusion

Whether you’re an Athens resident, considering a move to the area, or wondering if you should include Athens in your list of potential hometowns, we are here to help!

To learn more about relocating to Huntsville, contact our office at any time. We would love to assist you with any of your buying, selling, or investment needs and specifically anything in the Athens real estate market.

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