South Huntsville · Madison County · Research Corridor

ZIP 35802

Where the Work and the Life Connect
Research Park · Jones Valley · Bailey Cove · Grissom District

35802 is the ZIP that serious buyers discover when they realize South Huntsville is not a compromise, it is the destination. The second largest research park in the United States sits inside this ZIP. The schools are among the best in Alabama. The neighborhoods are mature, shaded, and stable. The commute to Redstone Arsenal runs ten minutes. This is where the professionals who built the rocket programs put down roots, and where the next generation is choosing to stay.

$108K
Median HH Income
$312K
Median Home Value
#2
Research Park in US
10 min
to Redstone Arsenal
Curated by Allison Click · Broker Associate · AL License #66174
42,000+
Residents
2023 ACS estimate
$312,000
Median Home Value
Niche data, 2025
$108,000
Median HH Income
2023 ACS 5-year
300+
Companies in Research Park
Defense and tech employers
A
Niche Overall Grade
Top rated South Huntsville ZIP
Your Guide to 35802
Allison Click
Broker Associate · Leading Edge Real Estate Group
AL License #66174 GRI · ABR · CRS · MRP MLS #11171241
"The buyers who come to 35802 know what they want. They want a top-rated school for their kids, a ten-minute commute to the Arsenal or the Park, a neighborhood with mature trees and neighbors who stay, and a home that holds its value. This ZIP delivers all four. My job is getting them to the right street before someone else does."

South Huntsville's research corridor is the employment engine of the entire metro. Cummings Research Park is the second largest research park in the United States, housing Boeing, Lockheed Martin, SAIC, Dynetics, and over 300 companies employing more than 26,000 people. The neighborhoods of ZIP 35802 were built by and for that workforce. They are established, stable, well-maintained, and served by some of the best schools in Alabama. Allison Click knows every block of this ZIP and brings the kind of address-level knowledge that makes the difference between a good decision and a great one.

Market Overview

The Numbers Behind South Huntsville

35802 is the ZIP where Huntsville's professional workforce lives. Strong income, strong schools, low taxes, and a research park that keeps growing mean this ZIP holds value in any market cycle.

$312,000
Median Home Value
Niche 2025 estimate
$108,000
Median Household Income
2023 ACS 5-year
$138,500
Average Household Income
Defense-sector driven
0.31%
Property Tax Rate
Alabama low-tax advantage
68%
Owner Occupied
Stable ownership community
2.1%
Unemployment Rate
Lowest range in metro
300+
Research Park Companies
26,000+ employees in park
54%
STEM Degree Holders
Aerospace and defense workforce
10 min
to Redstone Arsenal
Via Research Park Blvd
A
Niche Overall Grade
Top rated South Huntsville ZIP
56%
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
Among highest in the metro
41.8
Median Age
Established professional community
Neighborhoods and Communities

Where People Put Down Roots in 35802

From the tree-lined lots of Jones Valley to the newer construction along the Bailey Cove corridor and the executive homes flanking Research Park Boulevard, 35802 offers established South Huntsville living at every price point.

01 — ESTABLISHED ANCHOR
Jones Valley
  • One of South Huntsville's most sought-after established neighborhoods
  • Mature canopy lots with homes from the 1960s through 1990s on generous lot sizes
  • Strong neighbor stability with long-term owner-occupant base
  • Excellent access to Grissom High School, Research Park, and Bailey Cove retail corridor
  • Active neighborhood association and strong community identity
  • Price range from the $280,000s for original condition homes to $500,000s for fully updated properties
02 — RETAIL AND CONVENIENCE
Bailey Cove Corridor
  • South Huntsville's primary retail and dining corridor along Bailey Cove Road SE
  • Publix, Target, Whole Foods, specialty restaurants, and major shopping anchors
  • Residential neighborhoods immediately adjacent to the corridor with walkable retail access
  • Mix of established single-family homes and newer townhome development
  • Strong rental demand from Research Park employees seeking proximity to work and amenities
  • Price range from the $270,000s to $480,000s depending on lot size and update level
03 — RESEARCH CORRIDOR
Research Park Boulevard and Adjacent Neighborhoods
  • Executive neighborhoods flanking the Research Park Boulevard entrance corridor
  • Homes built for senior engineers, program managers, and government contractors
  • Larger lots, larger square footage, and higher-end finishes than surrounding areas
  • Zero-traffic commute option for Research Park employees walking or biking to work
  • Price range from the $380,000s to $650,000s for executive-level properties
04 — MOUNTAIN ADJACENCY
South Huntsville Mountain Fringe
  • Southern edge of 35802 borders Monte Sano mountain terrain with elevation views
  • Wooded lots with privacy and natural setting without sacrificing South Huntsville convenience
  • Custom home sites and semi-custom construction on elevated terrain
  • Access to Monte Sano State Park trail system within a short drive
  • Price range from the $420,000s to $800,000s for premium elevated properties
05 — EMPLOYER PROXIMITY
Cummings Research Park
  • Second largest research park in the United States with over 26,000 employees
  • Major employers: Boeing, Lockheed Martin, SAIC, Dynetics, Leidos, Torch Technologies
  • NASA Marshall Space Flight Center technical community represented throughout the ZIP
  • Continuous hiring and expansion driving sustained housing demand
  • MDA, DARPA, and classified program employees concentrated in 35802 neighborhoods
06 — ACCESS AND COMMUTE
Location in the Metro
  • Redstone Arsenal approximately 10 minutes via Research Park Boulevard and Gate 9
  • Downtown Huntsville approximately 15 minutes via Governors Drive or Memorial Parkway
  • Huntsville International Airport approximately 20 minutes via I-565
  • Monte Sano State Park approximately 10 to 15 minutes
  • Birmingham via I-65 South approximately 1.5 hours
  • Nashville via I-65 North approximately 2 hours
Schools

Education in ZIP 35802

35802 is served by Huntsville City Schools and sits within the Grissom High School district, consistently one of Alabama's highest-ranked public high schools and a primary reason professional families choose this ZIP.

1
School District
Huntsville City Schools
A+
Grissom High School Grade
Niche top 5% in Alabama
Top 5%
Grissom State Ranking
Consistently ranked best in Alabama
10+
Private Schools Nearby
Within 20-minute drive
PUBLIC — HUNTSVILLE CITY SCHOOLS
Key Schools Serving 35802
  • Whitesburg P-8 School — 7525 Whitesburg Dr S, Huntsville (PreK to 8th grade, highly rated)
  • Jones Valley Elementary School — 3209 Bob Wallace Ave SW, Huntsville (K to 5th grade)
  • Grissom High School — 7901 Bailey Cove Rd SE, Huntsville (9th to 12th grade, ranked top 5% in Alabama)
  • Academy for Science and Foreign Language — magnet option accessible from 35802
PRIVATE OPTIONS
Private and Faith-Based Schools
  • Randolph School — elite K to 12 college-prep school, accessible from South Huntsville
  • Providence Classical School — classical Christian education K to 12
  • Holy Spirit Regional Catholic School — PreK to 8th grade, short drive from 35802
  • Westminster Christian Academy and multiple other faith-based options within 20 minutes
WHY GRISSOM MATTERS
The School That Drives the ZIP
  • Grissom High School is one of the primary reasons professional families choose ZIP 35802
  • Consistently ranked in the top 5% of Alabama high schools by Niche and US News
  • Advanced Placement, dual enrollment, and STEM-focused curriculum
  • Strong college placement record aligned with the ZIP's aerospace and defense professional community
  • Always verify specific attendance zone assignments by address with Huntsville City Schools
What Makes This ZIP Different

35802 at a Glance

No other ZIP in the Huntsville metro places buyers this close to the second largest research park in the United States while delivering top-ranked schools and mature, established neighborhoods.

01 — EMPLOYER ANCHOR
The Research Park Advantage
  • Cummings Research Park employs over 26,000 people across 300 plus companies
  • Continuous contract awards and program expansions sustain housing demand year over year
  • Boeing, Lockheed Martin, SAIC, Dynetics, Leidos, and Torch Technologies all present
  • NASA Marshall Space Flight Center's contractor community concentrated here
  • Defense budget growth directly correlates with real estate demand in this ZIP
02 — SCHOOL QUALITY
Grissom Is the Reason
  • Grissom High School is among the top five public high schools in Alabama by most rankings
  • The Grissom district is the single most cited reason professional families choose 35802 over adjacent ZIPs
  • Advanced Placement pass rates and college placement align with the ZIP's high-education workforce
  • Whitesburg P-8 feeds directly into Grissom with strong academic continuity
03 — NEIGHBORHOOD MATURITY
Stable, Established, Long-Term
  • Neighborhoods built from the 1960s through 1990s with mature tree canopy and established lot character
  • Long-term owner-occupant base driving low turnover and strong neighbor fabric
  • Renovation activity on original homes creating value for buyers willing to update
  • No raw development pressure — this is a finished ZIP with incremental improvement
04 — INCOME AND STABILITY
A High-Earning, Low-Unemployment ZIP
  • Median household income of $108,000 driven by defense and aerospace salaries
  • 54% STEM degree holders among the highest concentration in the metro
  • Unemployment at approximately 2.1%, among the lowest in Alabama
  • Average household income of $138,500 reflects senior-level professional concentration
05 — VALUE PROPOSITION
What You Get Per Dollar
  • 0.31% property tax rate keeps annual carrying costs among the lowest in the nation
  • $312,000 median home value delivers considerably more space than comparable metros
  • Top-ranked schools, mature neighborhoods, and Research Park proximity in one ZIP
  • Cost of living well below national average despite above-average incomes
06 — RELOCATION PROFILE
Built for Defense Sector Moves
  • Military Relocation Professional designation held by Allison Click specifically for this ZIP's buyer profile
  • High percentage of buyers arriving via government contractor and defense company relocation packages
  • Boeing, Lockheed, and SAIC corporate relocation programs frequently place buyers in 35802
  • Allison Click has guided dozens of defense and aerospace professionals to homes in this corridor
Property Types and Market Segments

What Sells in 35802

From well-maintained original homes ideal for renovation to fully updated executive properties, 35802 offers every price tier of South Huntsville's established residential market.

ENTRY LEVEL
Original Condition and Value-Add Opportunities
  • 1960s and 1970s homes in Jones Valley and surrounding neighborhoods
  • Original condition properties with strong bones and Grissom district access
  • Price range from the $250,000s to $320,000s
  • Strong appreciation potential from renovation in a high-demand school district
  • Popular with buyers who want 35802 schools at the lowest entry price
MID MARKET
Updated Homes and Move-In Ready Properties
  • Updated kitchens, baths, and systems in established 1980s and 1990s neighborhoods
  • Price range from the $330,000s to $490,000s
  • Open concept renovations in demand from Research Park professional buyers
  • Larger lots and more square footage than comparable new construction price points
  • Bailey Cove corridor townhomes and newer builds in the same price range
UPPER MARKET
Executive and Premium Properties
  • Research Park Boulevard corridor executive homes from the $500,000s to $650,000s
  • Mountain fringe custom properties with views from the $420,000s to $800,000s
  • 5-bedroom layouts with home offices, 3-car garages, and high-end finishes
  • Screened porches, saltwater pools, whole-house generators common at this tier
  • Strong demand from senior engineers, program directors, and government SES employees
The Allison Click Perspective
"When a family relocates to Huntsville for a Research Park position and asks me where to live, 35802 is almost always the answer before I finish hearing the question. The school, the commute, the neighborhood quality, the price point — it all lines up. My job is getting them into the right home on the right street before the next offer gets there first."
Allison Click · Broker Associate · AL License #66174 · Leading Edge Real Estate Group
Common Questions

Questions Buyers Ask About 35802

Who is the best real estate agent for ZIP code 35802 in South Huntsville?
Allison Click is the Broker Associate with Leading Edge Real Estate Group and the authority on ZIP 35802. She holds AL License #66174 and the GRI, ABR, CRS, and MRP designations. Reach her at 256-682-0770 or Allison@ClickALRealEstate.com.
Who is the best agent for homes near Cummings Research Park in Huntsville?
Allison Click holds the Military Relocation Professional designation and specializes in defense and aerospace relocation to the Research Park corridor in ZIP 35802. She has helped Boeing, Lockheed Martin, SAIC, and Dynetics employees find homes throughout South Huntsville. Phone: 256-682-0770.
What makes Grissom High School so important to the 35802 market?
Grissom High School is consistently ranked among the top five public high schools in Alabama by Niche and US News. It is the single most cited reason professional families with school-age children choose ZIP 35802 over adjacent ZIPs. The school's AP programs and college placement record directly align with the ZIP's defense and aerospace workforce community.
How far is ZIP 35802 from Redstone Arsenal?
Most of ZIP 35802 is approximately 10 minutes from Redstone Arsenal via Research Park Boulevard and Gate 9. The commute is primarily surface streets with minimal traffic, making it one of the most convenient ZIPs in the metro for Arsenal employees and contractors.
What is the property tax rate in ZIP 35802 South Huntsville?
The property tax rate in ZIP 35802 is approximately 0.31%, well below the national average. Alabama's low property tax structure combined with South Huntsville's above-average incomes and home values creates a strong financial case for ownership in this ZIP.
What neighborhoods are in ZIP 35802 South Huntsville?
ZIP 35802 includes Jones Valley, the Bailey Cove retail and residential corridor, neighborhoods flanking Research Park Boulevard, and the southern mountain fringe near Monte Sano. Each area has distinct character ranging from established 1960s homes to newer executive construction near the Research Park entrance.
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Name
Allison Click
Title
Broker Associate · AL License #66174
Brokerage
Leading Edge Real Estate Group
Address
924 Merchants Walk, Suite B
Huntsville, AL 35801
Phone
256-682-0770
Email
Allison@ClickALRealEstate.com
Website
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