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Living in Midtown Montgomery Alabama

Thursday, March 4, 2021
by The Hat Team


Montgomery is a spectacular city! Its warm, Southern hospitality, high quality of life, and low cost of living make it an ideal place to work and live. While it is a mid-sized city, it has a small-town feel, giving you the best of both worlds!

You will find everything you want from a big city in Midtown Montgomery; from world-class arts and theater, to excellent health care facilities, to a bustling restaurant and retail area, and while every city has its own unique history, Montgomery is home to some of the most memorable events in American history. There are many family-friendly museums, monuments, and historical sites that celebrate African American history. One particular street is said by locals to be one of the most historic in America!  At one end of Dexter Ave., you will find a large fountain, at another the Alabama State Capitol, and in between, is the Dexter Avenue King Memorial Baptist Church, where Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. served as pastor in the late 1950s.  This street is also where Rosa Parks refused to give up her seat on the bus. Montgomery is the city where the modern civil rights movement took off, and its rich history makes it an interesting and inspiring place to live.


Midtown Montgomery is home to approximately 193,000 residents. It includes established neighborhoods with charming, historic homes, the city’s two largest business parks, Baptist Hospital, two of the largest private schools in Montgomery: Montgomery Academy (enrollment 858) and Trinity Presbyterian School (enrollment 980), Huntingdon College (enrollment 1,000) and Alabama State University (enrollment 5,600). Midtown Montgomery is convenient to Interstate 85 and Vaughn Road, two highly traveled Montgomery thoroughfares between east Montgomery and downtown. 


If you are a foodie, Montgomery will not disappoint! The people here love their food so much, the Minor League Baseball team is named, wait for it…the Montgomery Biscuits! And living in Midtown provides convenient access to some of the best restaurants in town. There are no shortage of delectable dining experiences in and around Midtown. Cahawba House, a cozy breakfast/lunch spot known for its biscuits, Derk's Filet and Vine, a restaurant and market all in one, and Bibb Street Pizza Company are just a few of the many casual dining options. For fine dining, head to the downtown entertainment district to try Central, a locally owned, and regionally sourced fine dining establishment.


One of the best things about Midtown Montgomery are the neighborhoods. Beautiful, historic homes from Bungalow and Cottage style architecture, to Craftsman style, Tudor and Neoclassical Revivals, sit among mature trees and exquisite gardens; some of them walk-in ready and others a fixer-uppers dream.


Find more information about Midtown Montgomery neighborhoods HERE.

Learn more about life in Midtown HERE.

If you are interested in purchasing a historic home in Montgomery, Sandra Nickel and her Hat Team are the Real Estate Professionals for you!  Sandra and her team are experts when it comes to finding the perfect quaint cottage, bungalow, or mansion in historic Montgomery neighborhoods for their clients. Give them a call today at 334-834-1500 or send them an email HERE and before you know it, you will be living the dream in Midtown Montgomery!

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Is Montgomery Alabama a Great Place to Retire?

Wednesday, February 17, 2021
by The Hat Team


When people think about where they might retire, the first place that comes to mind is Florida. But Florida is far from the only place that is great for retirement.  According to moneyrates.com, Alabama is one of the top ten places to retire in America in 2021. Between its rich culture and warm weather, Alabama is one of the best kept secrets of retirement opportunities. Finances are a vital aspect of retirement and you want to live in a state where you can get the most bang for your buck without having to sacrifice comfort and enjoyment. And Alabama has a lot to offer in that respect.

You will find a lot of the same tax advantages in Alabama that you would find in Florida. Combined with the fact that Alabama is overall a less expensive place to live, it should be a top contender when deciding where to retire. Consider these financial perks:

  • While Alabama does have an income tax, it is one of the lowest in the county, and social security benefits are completely exempt.
  • The cost of living in Montgomery, specifically is 11% lower than the national average.
  • The cost of housing in Montgomery is 30% lower than the national average.
  • Healthcare costs are lower in Alabama as well, with retired couples paying an average of 4.4% less than the average retired American couple.
  • Retirees who own a home in Alabama benefit from one of the lowest property tax rates in the country.

Other than it being a financially smart decision to retire to Alabama, here are several reasons that Montgomery is a wonderful place to live out your golden years:

  1. The weather is ideal all year ‘round! With a subtropical climate, you will enjoy hot summers and mild winters.
     
  2. Alabama’s capital city is filled with art and culture. The Scott & Zelda Fitzgerald Museum, Hank Williams Museum and Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts offer opportunities to experience the charming history of this southern town along with fine art from around the world. You will also be able to enjoy professional performances at the Montgomery Performing Arts Center, the Montgomery Ballet, and the Alabama Shakespeare Festival. Attractions - Arts & Culture
     
  3. You can stay active and social at Montgomery Riverfront Park. Catch a ballgame featuring the Montgomery Biscuits at Riverwalk Stadium, or take a riverboat cruise on the Harriott II.  Bring chairs or a blanket and grab a spot on the grass where you can watch a show or listen to music at the Riverwalk Amphitheater.

  4. If you love outdoor living, one of the best parts of retiring in Montgomery will be the vast amount of green space and trails that are easy to access. Blount Cultural Park offers a dog park, open green space, a pond and more! Check out Eat South, Montgomery’s own urban teaching farm, or play nine holes at the golf course. Gateway Park offers hiking trails, or you can have a picnic, play horseshoes, and check out the planetarium at Oak Park.
     
  5. If you are a “foodie”, one of the best parts of living in Montgomery is all the incredible cuisine it offers!  From the finest southern cooking to the most exquisite fine dining, you will love the dining options in Montgomery!

So, if a lower cost of living, tax perks, mild weather, arts & culture, and green spaces all appeal to you, consider a Montgomery, Alabama neighborhood when making your list of possible places to retire.

Come visit and let Sandra Nickel show you some of the amazing, affordable https://www.homesforsaleinmontgomeryalabama.com/ in this charming, delightful southern city! Contact her at 334-834-1500 or email her HERE today!

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2206 Boultier St: Brick Duplex in Old Cloverdale!

Friday, January 15, 2021
by The Hat Team

Montgomery AL Real Estate

2206 Boultier St, Montgomery AL 36106

Brick Duplex in Old Cloverdale!

MLS# 486367 | 2 Bedrooms | 2 Baths | Old Cloverdale

2206 Boultier St

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This brick duplex is located in Historic Old Cloverdale in Midtown Montgomery, just blocks from ASU and Huntingdon College. Each unit is 2 BR/1BA, bedrooms and bath upstairs. Ample parking for 4+ vehicles. Great investment, and nice location!

Marketed by Montgomery AL Realtor Billy Young, Sandra Nickel Hat Team. 

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507 Mercer Dr: Beautiful Home for Every Stage of Life!

Monday, November 16, 2020
by The Hat Team

Prattville AL Real Estate For Sale:

507 Mercer Dr, Prattville AL 36066

Beautiful Home for Every Stage of Life!

MLS#483654 | 4 Bedrooms | 4 Baths | 3,489 Square Feet | Glennbrooke

507 Mercer Dr

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BRAND NEW Morningside II J Plan on an awesome lot! Just completed, never lived in. This plan pairs expert space planning with a long list of desirables and numerous upgrades throughout, and the result is a beautiful home for nearly every phase of life. The welcoming feel starts on the covered front porch when you open the double front doors and enter into a long foyer entryway with upgraded wainscoting and leads you to a breathtaking view of the vast great room. The corner fireplace will immediately catch your eye, but the sprawling hardwoods and wall of windows will secure your admiration for this space. The kitchen's center island is a showstopper with a show-stopping built-in wine rack, bookshelves and includes many upgrades like a farmhouse sink, granite countertops, gas stovetop, pot filler and a large pantry. Off the kitchen is a flexible space showered with natural light that would make a great breakfast room, office/study or den. From the great room you can step out onto the covered patio with built-in gas fireplace perfect for watching football on chilly nights in the fall. The massive master suite occupies one side of the main level and offers a modern take on coffered ceilings and an adjoining sitting room, perfect for privacy. The flawless master bath centers around a free-standing soaking tub and offers a huge walk -in closet. The three additional bedrooms and two full bathrooms are found off of the main entryway, each with their own walk-in closet. The stairway in the foyer leads to a large bonus room and full bathroom, perfect for a 5th bedroom, media room/man cave. The mud room has built in cubbies, perfect for backpacks and jackets, and is conveniently next to the laundry room and right off of the garage. You don't have to wait, this new home is ready right now!

Marketed by Montgomery AL Realtor Lauren Keen, Sandra Nickel Hat Team! 

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609 Thorn Place: Cloverdale Home on Quiet Street!

Thursday, May 2, 2019
by The Hat Team

609 Thorn Place, Montgomery, AL 36106

MLS# 451691

3 Bedrooms | 3 Bathrooms | 2,105 sqft | Cloverdale

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Classic Cloverdale home on a quiet street! This wonderful Cloverdale home welcomes you into a spacious living room with gas log fireplace and hardwood floors. Formal dining room has enough space for large dining table, buffet, and hutch, OR if dinner parties are not your thing, how about a big pool table and a few tall tops! Oversized butler's pantry/breakfast room has lots of built-in storage. Cozy and bright sunroom makes great space for relaxation or a great home office/study. Two of the three bedrooms share a bath, and the main bedroom has its own bathroom. If you enjoy the outdoors, there is a large covered back porch and deck that doubles as an outdoor living room. Detached garage has bonus space with a half bath and bar area that could be a guest cottage, office, she-shed or man-cave. Private fenced back yard is low maintenance so you can enjoy life without spending all weekend doing yard work! And, walk to either of Cloverdale's dining and entertainment districts with ease!  Come see this Midtown Montgomery home today!

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Midtown Montgomery AL Real Estate For Sale: 321 Nottingham Road Montgomery AL 36109

Monday, January 9, 2017
by The Hat Team

 

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Mid-Century Modern Home For Sale In Montgomery

321 Nottingham Road - MLS# 410015

3 bedrooms | 1 full bath | 1 half bath | 1,426 square feet

Cute Mid-century modern in Sherwood, which is known as Forest Hills. Build your equity with payments less than rent! Built as a 3 bedroom, 1 bath, but a nice den and all important 1/2 bath have been added. Home comes with a refrigerator, washer, and dryer. Metal roof will last for years and years. Patio off den to relax and a nice carport to keep your car covered. Eating area in kitchen open to living room. One bedroom needs flooring replaced. Home sold "as is" but not in bad shape. With a little updating you can watch your investment grow. 

Marketed by Montgomery AL Realtor Frank Powell, Sandra Nickel Hat Team!

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Midtown Montgomery Real Estate Market Trends - Sept 2016

Wednesday, October 26, 2016
by The Hat Team

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Freddy Mac reports that mortgage rates staying low. Here are the national averages for mortgage rates during the week ending Oct. 6:

  • 30-year fixed-rate mortgages: averaged 3.42 percent, with an average 0.5 point, unchanged from last week. A year ago, 30-year rates averaged 3.76 percent.
  • 15-year fixed-rate mortgages: averaged 2.72 percent, with an average 0.5 point, also unchanged from last week’s average. Last year at this time, 15-year rates averaged 2.99 percent.
  • 5-year hybrid adjustable-rate mortgages: averaged 2.80 percent, with an average 0.4 point, dropping slightly from last week’s 2.81 percent average. A year ago, 5-year ARMs averaged 2.88 percent.

With rates like this, is it time for you to buy a home? If so, just hit reply to get started!

Take a look at how many folks bought homes in our market last month…

Midtown Montgomery Real Estate Market Trends

Midtown Montgomery real estate sales statistics for September 2016 show the number of homes sold increased 36.6%. The average sales price increased by 14.5%. The median sales price increased by 14.4%. Market times dropped by 87 days.

Midtown Montgomery Sept 2016    Sept 2015
Homes Sold 41 30
Average Selling Price $130,667 $114,082
Median Selling Price $109,000 $99,000
Days On The Market 87 174
Highest Selling Price $469,000 $417,000
Lowest Selling Price $12,000 $15,600


For the latest Midtown Montgomery real estate market conditions in your area, please call me at 800-HAT-LADY or visit HomesForSaleInMontgomeryAlabama.com.

Information is provided by the Montgomery Area Association of Realtors and is deemed accurate but not guaranteed.

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Midtown Montgomery Home For Sale: 1948 Graham St

Saturday, October 22, 2016
by The Hat Team

1948 graham st

Midtown Montgomery Home For Sale:

1948 Graham St, Montgomery AL 36106
MLS# 409031

3 bedrooms | 2 Baths | 1,472 Square Feet | Cloverdale

Adorable Cloverdale cottage on one of the most desirable streets! Step right in to find a wonderful open floor plan, perfect for entertaining family and friends. The charming kitchen is updated and has a huge breakfast bar. The bedrooms are spacious and the master bath has been beautifully renovated and there's even a walk-in closet! Other recent upgrades include newly refinished hard wood floors, freshly painted interior and exterior, brand new HVAC and a 3 year old roof. In the back yard there is a wired building that could be a workshop, studio/office, man cave or just storage. Literally steps away from fabulous restaurants and shopping district of Midtown Montgomery that has everything you would need. Check it out today!

Marketed by Montgomery AL Realtor Lauren Layfield, Sandra Nickel Hat Team.

 

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Montgomery AL Home For Sale: 614 Federal Drive

Thursday, October 20, 2016
by The Hat Team

614 federal dr

Montgomery AL Home For Sale:

614 Federal Drive, Montgomery AL 36107
MLS# 407607

3 Bedrooms | 2.5 Baths | 1,662 Square Feet | Montgomery Heights

Wonderful starter home or investment property in Montgomery Heights. One family has owned this property for the past 73 years and it has been well cared for. Plenty of room with a spacious living room/dining room, breakfast room, den and a finished attic for an additional bedroom or bonus room. Last but not least, is a nice sun room overlooking a huge deck and lovely backyard. There is a green house and storage building in the back as well. Don't miss this opportunity for a great deal!

Marketed by Montgomery AL Realtor Lauren Layfield, Sandra Nickel Hat Team.

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Open House: 3225 Audubon Rd

Wednesday, October 19, 2016
by The Hat Team

Open House: 3225 Audubon Rd, Montgomery AL 36106
Sunday, October 23. 1:00 - 3:00pm

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