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Madison County AL Community Profile: Sussex Quarter, Hampton Cove, AL 35763

Steve Stinson, ABR®, GRI, REALTOR®: Real Estate Agent in Huntsville, AL

Madison County AL Community Profile: Sussex Quarter, Hampton Cove, AL 35763

Sussex Quarter is located (MAP) in the south east portion of Madison County Alabama in the Hampton Cove, Alabama community. It is a family friendly community located near several lakes and ponds. Sussex Quarter also has a neighborhood playground, several seasonal creeks, and fabulous views of Drake Mountain and the Flint River basin. Homes began selling in 1994 and there has not been any new construction since 2005, so it is a mature development. Homes are sized from 1800 square feet to over 2600 square feet.

Hampton Cove, AL is a gorgeously landscaped, planned community located in the foothills of Monte Sano Mountain. Homes in Hampton Cove, AL are scattered throughout the Robert Trent Jones Golf Trails complex which includes three golf courses, driving range, putting greens and a massive club house. Hampton Cove, AL is within the Huntsville, Alabama city limits and receives all the benefits of city services (i.e. Huntsville City Schools) while enjoying a small town way of life. Hampton Cove, AL began development in 1992 and includes 20 different neighborhoods offering different lifestyle options ranging from 1,800 square foot patio/town homes to 8,000 square foot estate homes. As a homeowner you’ll be offered an optional Hampton House membership that includes an Olympic-sized swimming pool, lighted tennis courts as well as state of the art work out equipment. Visit Market Insider to see all of the current listings, recent sales, inventory trends, property ownership statistics and much more in Hampton Cove, AL.

In 2011 home sales in Sussex Quarter averaged $94/square foot with sales prices between $181,000 and $242,000.

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Madison County AL Community Profile: Eastern Shore, Hampton Cove, AL 35763

Steve Stinson, ABR®, GRI, REALTOR®: Real Estate Agent in Huntsville, AL

Madison County AL Community Profile: Eastern Shore, Hampton Cove, AL 35763

Eastern Shore is located (MAP) in the south east portion of Madison County Alabama in the Hampton Cove, Alabama community. It provides lakeside zero lot line patio homes that have contracted lawn maintenance. You can enjoy lakeside walks in the convenience of your own back yard. Homes began selling in 2005 and there has not been any new construction since 2008, so it is a mature development. Homes are sized from 1800 square feet to over 3300 square feet.

Hampton Cove, AL is a gorgeously landscaped, planned community located in the foothills of Monte Sano Mountain. Homes in Hampton Cove, AL are scattered throughout the Robert Trent Jones Golf Trails complex which includes three golf courses, driving range, putting greens and a massive club house. Hampton Cove, AL is within the Huntsville, Alabama city limits and receives all the benefits of city services (i.e. Huntsville City Schools) while enjoying a small town way of life. Hampton Cove, AL began development in 1992 and includes 20 different neighborhoods offering different lifestyle options ranging from 1,800 square foot patio/town homes to 8,000 square foot estate homes. As a homeowner you’ll be offered an optional Hampton House membership that includes an Olympic-sized swimming pool, lighted tennis courts as well as state of the art work out equipment. Visit Market Insider to see all of the current listings, recent sales, inventory trends, property ownership statistics and much more in Hampton Cove, AL.

In 2011 home sales in Eastern Shore averaged $107/square foot with sales prices between $205,000 and $268,000.

Click here to see homes currently for sale in Eastern Shore, Hampton Cove, AL 35763.

FEMA Flood Plain Data for Madison County Alabama

Karen Rice - Madison, Harvest & Huntsville, AL: Real Estate Agent in Madison, AL

Today I received a call from someone relocating to Madison County from another part of Alabama. She wanted to know what areas of Madison County are in a flood zone and require flood insurance. Since others might be asking the same question, I thought I'd share some links and information here on Active Rain:

FEMA Flood Plain Data for Madison County Alabama

If you want to establish the flood risk of a particular property, visit: http://www.floodsmart.gov/floodsmart/. Simply enter the address into the red box. This web site also has a list of local Insurance Agents who can help you with flood insurance.

Florence Alabama Homes For Sale

James W. Bobo II: Real Estate Agent in Florence, AL

Florence Alabama homes for sale are a great investment especially when you look at what this area has to offer. The shoals area has a combined population of 147,137 and growing. Industry continues to visit and decide to stay. Florence Alabama continues to offer the latest in dining trends which includes Olive Garden, Buffalo Wild Wings, Five Guys Burgers and Fries and many, many more.

Florence Alabama currently has a Publix grocery store under construction in the new development on Cox Creek Parkway. This new development includes a new Hibbett Sporting Goods store, Books-A-Million and Joe Muggs. Rumors are that there will be a new Panera Bread in the new Florence Alabama development.

New blue collar industries include Navistar which is establishing it’s roots in Cherokee Alabama and North Alabama Lighting has indicated that it’s current facility will include expansions and new job openings as well. New jobs spell new money. Who said the Florence Alabama area has seen the depression? Just drive thru the city of Florence Alabama and see for yourself.

According to our latest Florence Alabama housing market statistics, our market is up 18.54% compared to last years sales volume. Housing inventories have dropped and the median and average sales prices is up. Sales in the $300,000 range and up area also beginning to show a change for the better.

News just broke today that the the local Veterans Park in Florence Alabama could get a multi-court indoor/outdoor tennis facility. Estimated costs of the new facilities could cost $10 million, $2 million of which has already been set aside for the infrastructure by the city of Florence Alabama. Local government is proposing a 2 cent per gallon fuel tax to help fund the multi-court indoor/outdoor tennis facility.

Florence Alabama city officials believe that these tennis courts could have a $2 million a year economic impact. So why not invest in Florence Alabama homes for sale?

North Alabama MLS (NALMLS) Huntsville Home of the Week – 503 Chicamauga Circle, Hillwood Estates, Huntsville, AL 35803

Steve Stinson, ABR®, GRI, REALTOR®: Real Estate Agent in Huntsville, AL

North Alabama MLS (NALMLS) Huntsville Home of the Week – 503 Chicamauga Circle, Hillwood Estates, Huntsville, AL 35803

This home in Huntsville’s Hillwood Estates has been completely renovated with all new plumbing, wiring, roof, cabinets, appliances, hardwood floors and more. Enjoy a great layout with his and her closets in the master bedroom and a glassed shower. There is an office/bonus room that could be converted to a 5th bedroom or formal dining room, if desired, and the basement is completely finished with a large bathroom. Ceramic tile is installed in baths and the laundry room. The beautiful landscaping includes a Trex deck and a large outbuilding. Don't miss this one.

503 Chicamauga Circle, Hillwood Estates, Huntsville, AL 35803

Listing courtesy of Averbuch Realty Co., Inc.