June in Huntsville — Samantha Jay Richards

From the editor

How are we already halfway through the year? June kicks off my favorite stretch of the year, when the days are long and there's a bit more time to do the stuff I’ve been meaning to do. I hope you have a few bright spots this month, whether that's a backyard dinner, a family road trip, or your morning drink of choice made just right.

If you’re new here, this is the Monthly Edit. It’s where I share what’s happening around town, a few local things I’m loving, and a simple market pulse for anyone who likes to stay in the loop. Easy to skim and always local to the greater Huntsville area.

Snaps from last month

Last month I celebrated as my Ruby Slippers Oakleaf Hydrangeas bloomed, announced that my husband and I are expecting our first child, and baked homemade gluten-free orange rolls for the first time! It was a great month.

Madison County Market Snapshot

Source: Valley MLS InfoSparks as of June 15th

693 Sold Listings (up 3.6% from April to May)
2,367 Active Listings (up 4.7% from April to May)
$349k Median Sold Price (up 5.5% from April to May)
48 Average Days on Market (down 7.7% from April to May)

I'm seeing homes lingering on the market longer and prices mostly stable, but slightly up overall. It's a fairly balanced market here in Huntsville as of now with a 4 months supply of inventory currently.

Homeowners: Reach out for a free estimate of your home's current value. Yes, even if you're just curious!

Thinking about buying? I'm happy to answer questions or schedule a quick call. Yes, even if you're not ready to move yet!

NEW and COMING SOON

IKEA – First Alabama store now open on University Drive
Nordstrom Rack – Opening 24,000-SF store at University Plaza
Front Row – Pre-leasing underway for downtown mixed-use hub
Good Company Cafe – Second location planned in Five Points

Huntsville, Alabama Ikea — Everyone had been eagerly anticipating the new Huntsville Ikea store so they can decorate and organize their homes with all of their favorite Ikea finds.

Summer Camps + Kid-Friendly Adventures

SUMMER CAMPS

Space Camp – Astronaut training + rocket missions for kids
Huntsville Botanical Garden – STEM nature camps all summer
Robotics Camp – Build, code & compete with robots

ADVENTURES

EarlyWorks Family of Museums – Climb the keelboat + meet the talking tree
Big Spring International Park – Feed koi fish + hunt for ducks
Huntsville Botanical Garden – Splash in the children's garden & explore trails

June Bucket List

Kids: Explore Lowe Mill + chocolate tasting at Pizzelle's Confections 🍫
Adults: Concert at Three Caves. One of Huntsville's coolest June nights
To eat: Brunch at Tous Les Jours. Try a pastry + ube latte
To drink: Cocktails at Catacomb 435. Grab the secret password first

Thinking about buying this summer?

Summer is one of the most competitive times to buy in Huntsville. Inventory is steady, families are trying to move before the new school year starts, and the best homes don't sit long. The buyers who win this season aren't always the ones with the biggest budget. They're the ones who come in prepared, with financing locked, priorities clear, and an agent who can read the room.

If a summer move is on your radar, I’d love to discuss what it could look like for you.