Call us at (938) 666-9006 to learn more about active adult communities in Huntsville
Huntsville, AL 55+ active adult communities & homes for sale
Living in Huntsville
Huntsville is a bustling city located in mountainous Northern Alabama. Residents of 55+ communities in Huntsville enjoy an abundance of shopping and dining options with easy…
Huntsville is a bustling city located in mountainous Northern Alabama. Residents of 55+ communities in Huntsville enjoy an abundance of shopping and dining options with easy access to a number of outdoor activities. Regularly occurring festivals, events, and local farmers markets off plenty of opportunities for community involvement.
Huntsville Climate & Geography
The climate in Huntsville is categorized as humid subtropical. Winters in Huntsville are mild, with lows dropping down to the low 30s, and summers are hot and humid, with highs reaching the low 90s. The city receives more rainfall than average and much less snowfall, averaging just 2 inches of snow per year. The rainiest months in Huntsville are November through March.
Huntsville is located north of the Tennessee River within the Cumberland Plateau near the Appalachian Mountains.
Recreation, Culture, & Entertainment in Huntsville
Huntsville is one of the largest cities in the state and offers active adults a number of entertainment options, including the U.S. Space and Rocket Center, the U.S. Veterans Memorial Museum, the Huntsville Museum of Art, and the Huntsville Depot Museum. Retirees can enjoy a hike or bike ride through Monte Sano State Park, or a peaceful stroll among the flowers at Huntsville Botanical Garden.
Plenty of shopping and dining options are available in Huntsville at Bridge Street Town Centre. In addition, Huntsville is home to several annual festivals and events including the Mardi Gras Parade, Von Brewski Beer Festival, and Monte Sano Art Festival. There are also a number of farmers markets where community members can purchase fresh produce and goods.
Huntsville Cost of Living & Taxes
The overall cost of living in Huntsville is lower than the national average, this is mainly due to the average cost of housing being significantly below average. However, grocery, housing, utility, and transportation costs are all below the national average as well.
Alabama is considered to be one of the most tax-friendly states in the country, partially because property taxes in Alabama are among the lowest in the country. Furthermore Social Security benefits are not taxed and income tax ranges from 2 percent to 5 percent.
Health Care in Huntsville
Huntsville ranks in the top 94 communities to live on Gallup’s Well-Being Index.
Active adults living in a 55+ community in Huntsville have a number of health care options in the city. Huntsville Hospital, ranked the No. 2 hospital in the state by U.S. News, is high performing in six procedures and conditions. Crestwood Medical Center is rated as high performing in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD).
Frequently Asked Questions
In Huntsville, there are no large communities, no medium communities, and 2 small communities with less than 500 homes.
The smallest 55+ communities in Huntsville has 128 homes, the largest has 128 homes, and the average communities consists of 128 homes.
Yes, there is gated 55+ communities in Huntsville. Approximately 50.0% of 55+ communities in the area are gated. For instance, The Villas at Research Park is a gated communities with 128 homes.
3 communities near Huntsville
0 homes near Huntsville
Relevance
No results found
Try changing your search (see tips below).
Tips to Widen Your Search
- Move or zoom out on the map
- Decrease the number of filters, or
Frequently Asked Questions
In Huntsville, there are no large communities, no medium communities, and 2 small communities with less than 500 homes.
The smallest 55+ communities in Huntsville has 128 homes, the largest has 128 homes, and the average communities consists of 128 homes.
Yes, there is gated 55+ communities in Huntsville. Approximately 50.0% of 55+ communities in the area are gated. For instance, The Villas at Research Park is a gated communities with 128 homes.
Huntsville Area 55+ Housing Market Trends
Number of Listings
Want more information about active adult communities around Huntsville?
Want to learn more about 55+ communities in Huntsville?
The listings data displayed on this medium comes in part from the Real Estate Information Network Inc. (REIN) and has been authorized by participating listing Broker Members of REIN for display. REIN's listings are based upon Data submitted by its Broker Members, and REIN therefore makes no representation or warranty regarding the accuracy of the Data. All users of REIN's listings database should confirm the accuracy of the listing information directly with the listing agent.
© 2026 REIN. REIN's listings Data and information is protected under federal copyright laws. Federal law prohibits, among other acts, the unauthorized copying or alteration of, or preparation of derivative works from, all or any part of copyrighted materials, including certain compilations of Data and information. COPYRIGHT VIOLATORS MAY BE SUBJECT TO SEVERE FINES AND PENALTIES UNDER FEDERAL LAW.
REIN updates its listings on a daily basis. Data last updated: Sep 28, 2026.
This application does not include information on all of the properties available for sale at this time.
