Best to Worst! Huntsville Suburbs Ranked!

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You've heard the news: Huntsville is one of America's best places to live. But the secret to a successful move isn't just choosing the city—it's choosing the right suburb. Picking the wrong one can lead to frustrating commutes, a mismatched lifestyle, and unforeseen costs. This video is your comprehensive guide to making the perfect choice.

We do a deep dive into eight of the most popular suburbs in the Huntsville metro, ranking them across nine critical factors that matter most to families and individuals relocating to the area. From the powerhouse of Madison to the scenic tranquility of New Hope, we provide the data you need to find your perfect fit.

We compare each suburb based on:

Housing & Cost of Living: Using up-to-the-minute market data to compare median home prices and property tax burdens [1, 2].

School Quality: Analyzing official school district and individual school report cards to see how they stack up [3].

Commute Times: Calculating realistic, rush-hour commute times to key employment hubs like Redstone Arsenal and Cummings Research Park.

Amenities & Lifestyle: Exploring the shopping, dining, and recreational opportunities that define each community's unique character.

Walkability & Green Space: Assessing each suburb's dependency on cars versus its access to parks, trails, and nature preserves [4].

Healthcare Access, Property Values, Community Feel & Job Availability.

Disclaimer: Real estate market data and school ratings are subject to change. The information in this video reflects data available as of Fall 2025.

SOURCES CITED:

[1] Real Estate Market Data (ValleyMLS/Redfin): Median home prices and property value trends for each suburb are based on the latest available sales data from the local Multiple Listing Service and publicly available real estate market reports.

https://www.valleymls.com/market-stat...

https://www.redfin.com/city/8956/AL/H...

[2] Property Tax Information (Madison County Revenue Dept.): The comparison of property tax burdens is based on the official millage rates for each municipality (like Madison) versus the lower rates for unincorporated areas of the county.

https://www.madisoncorevenue.com/

[3] School Ratings & Reviews (Niche.com): All school district and individual school grades (e.g., A+, B-, etc.) cited in this analysis are from Niche.com, a leading platform for school data and rankings.

https://www.niche.com/k12/d/madison-c... (Example link for Madison City)

[4] Walkability Scores (Walk Score®): The walkability and car-dependency ratings for each suburb are sourced from Walk Score®, which analyzes walking routes to nearby amenities.

https://www.walkscore.com/

Cameron Walker is the broker and owner of Cameron Walker Realty, a licensed real estate brokerage in the state of Alabama.

Intro 0:00
Madison: 1:45
Harvest: 5:04
Hazel Green: 8:08
Toney: 10:56
New Market: 14:50
Owens Crossroads: 17:18
Meridianville: 20:04
New Hope: 22:31
Final Rankings: 25:07