Home sales dip in July, but a big rebound could be coming
According to online reports, realtors sold fewer homes in the Huntsville area last month compared to July 2024. Still, local agents say the market is showing signs of strength heading into late summer and fall. Signs of a Buyer-Friendly Market Pending single-family sales surged nearly 15 percent in July while mortgage rates dropped […]
City named Alabama’s top move-to city in 2025
Smaller to mid-sized cities continue to attract Americans in 2025, and Huntsville is leading the way. Huntsville Tops Alabama’s List MoveBuddha’s latest report shows that Huntsville is the most popular destination in Alabama for people relocating this year. Reasons People Are Moving to Huntsville The city’s booming aerospace industry, tech-driven economy, […]
City of Huntsville unveils plans for Goldsmith-Schiffman Field
The City of Huntsville unveiled preliminary plans Tuesday to refurbish Goldsmith-Schiffman Field, giving new life to the former high school football facility that opened in 1934. New Amenities and Safety Improvements The stadium at 320 Beirne Ave., near Five Points, will feature two new flag football fields measuring 30 by 70 yards, a […]
Anthem House brings luxury living to MidCity
Huntsville’s rapid growth in multi-family housing continues with the opening of Anthem House, a new residential concept in the heart of MidCity District. A Hybrid of Home and Hospitality Designed to meet the needs of the city’s growing workforce, Anthem House blends apartment living with hospitality-style features. The $110 million development includes both […]
New mid-sized music venue planned by Orion team
Huntsville’s live music scene continues to grow as The Venue Group (tvg), the company behind the Orion Amphitheater, has announced plans to build a new concert venue with a capacity between 2,500 and 3,000. The move aims to fill a critical gap in the city’s venue offerings. The Orion, with its 8,000-person capacity, and […]
Huntsville acquires historic Downtown courthouse in no-cost property swap
The Huntsville City Council has approved an agreement with the General Services Administration to acquire the former U.S. Courthouse on Holmes Avenue. No-Cost Property Swap Finalized This long-anticipated transfer involves no monetary exchange. Instead, the City of Huntsville will receive the former courthouse at 101 Holmes Ave. NE in return for the 4.76 […]
Huntsville unveils plans for ‘Skybridge’ greenway linking northside to downtown
Huntsville is taking its next big step in urban development with a proposed greenway stretching from downtown to Alabama A&M University. Residents Get First Look at Greenway Plans Local officials recently unveiled conceptual designs for the north Huntsville greenway during a public presentation. The greenway is intended to enhance connectivity in the city’s […]
Big Spring Park to expand east with major downtown enhancements
Big Spring Park, a long-standing centerpiece of civic and cultural life in Huntsville, is set to grow with a major expansion that will enhance its role as a downtown gathering space. Plans to Expand and Reconnect Downtown On June 24, city leaders presented final plans for the expansion of Big Spring Park East […]
Vista at Councill Square now open in Downtown Huntsville
Vista at Councill Square, a brand-new six-story apartment complex, officially opened its doors in downtown Huntsville. A Modern Living Experience in the Heart of the City The complex offers 332 units designed to provide residents with a blend of style, comfort, and convenience. With upscale finishes and a variety of layouts, the community caters […]
Huntsville plans to annex 27 acres near Old Big Cove Road for residential development
As talks continue on a Village of Providence-style development near Old Big Cove Road, Huntsville is preparing to annex 27 more acres for single-family homes. New Development in Southeast Huntsville The Huntsville City Council introduced a resolution Thursday to annex land west of Old Big Cove Road and north of Buford Drive. Developer Louis […]