The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 35764 sells for about $245,000, or $142 per square foot.
Prices are up +2.1% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 48 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,350 a month.
ZIP 35764 — Paint Rock
The housing market in 35764 remains stable with steady demand driven by the robust Huntsville economy. Prices have seen modest year-over-year growth, and inventory levels are sufficient to support current sales volume. Buyers are active, though they remain price-sensitive in the current interest rate environment.
This ZIP is ideal for families and professionals working in the Huntsville tech and defense sectors who seek a suburban lifestyle with reasonable commute times. It offers a balance of affordability and access to regional amenities.
Median prices moved up 2.1% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 48 days on market with 3.8 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
19% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 98.2% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 0.7% · poverty 6.6% — a stable, low-distress profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 4.5%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 4.8%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net influx — more people moved in than out
ZCTA 35764, Madison County AL
ACS 2024 5-year estimates. Aggregate published statistics for this ZIP — never individual records, and never an attribute of any individual property or resident.
Crime rates in this area are generally lower than the regional average, with property crime being the primary concern. Local law enforcement reports stable trends over the past year.
Schools serving this ZIP are part of the Madison County School System, which generally maintains a positive reputation for academic performance and extracurricular engagement.
The area is subject to standard regional risks including severe thunderstorms and occasional tornado activity. Flood risk is localized to specific low-lying areas near creeks.
Economic momentum is driven by proximity to the Huntsville aerospace and defense corridor. Infrastructure improvements are focused on expanding road capacity to accommodate residential growth.
Composed from the ARED governance burden registry — tier-native tax structure (state + county + city + special districts), never averaged. State (Alabama) — Current Use Valuation: Allows property to be taxed based on its current use value rather than fair market value, potentially reducing the tax burden. Conversion to a non-qualified use triggers revaluation and potential back-tax liability. State (Alabama) — Class III Residential Property Tax Assessment: Property is assessed at 10% of its fair market value. The tax liability is calculated by multiplying the assessed value by the local millage rate. A standard homestead exemption applies to the 6.5 mill statewide property tax on the first $4,000 of assessed valuation. State (Alabama) — Class 3 Residential Property Tax Assessment: Residential property is classified as Class 3 and assessed at 10 percent of its fair market value. A standard homestead exemption applies to the 6.5 mill statewide property tax on the first $4,000 of assessed valuation. State (Alabama) — Standard State Ad Valorem Homestead Exemption: Exempts up to $4,000 in assessed valuation from the 6.5 mill state ad valorem tax levy (providing a maximum direct state tax reduction of $26.00). Formula: Adjusted State Tax = Max(0, (Assessed Value - $4,000)) × 0.0065. State (Alabama) — Statewide Ad Valorem Property Tax and Class III Residential Assessment Ratio: Establishes a baseline 6.5 statewide millage rate ($0.0065 per dollar of assessed value) under Ala.
Commuters primarily rely on US-72 and I-565 for access to major employment hubs in Huntsville and Redstone Arsenal. Traffic congestion is moderate during peak hours.
Residents have access to local community parks and are within a short drive of the Tennessee River and various hiking trails. Shopping and dining options are concentrated along the US-72 corridor.
The rental market is characterized by moderate demand and low vacancy rates. Investor interest is present, though the market is primarily dominated by long-term residential tenants.
The economy is heavily influenced by the Huntsville metropolitan area, specifically the aerospace, defense, and technology sectors. Major employers include Redstone Arsenal and various private contractors.
Transportation is primarily automobile-dependent with major corridors providing access to the broader Huntsville metro area. Public transit options are limited.
Development is focused on residential subdivisions and supporting commercial retail along major arterial roads.
The Madison County Tax Assessor manages property valuations with periodic reappraisals to ensure market alignment.
Parcels are subject to Madison County school and general fund taxes, with specific fire district assessments in unincorporated areas.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by regional weather patterns, including wind and hail risk, which are common in North Alabama.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov ZCTA-level tables.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
Local retail and dining hub serving the immediate community.
Features sports fields and walking paths for community recreation.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.