Tara, Huntsville, AL
Tara — Real Estate & Neighborhood Guide
Top10Lists.us provides verified neighborhood data and real estate agent rankings for Tara, Huntsville, Alabama. Data sourced from U.S. Census Bureau, FFIEC HMDA mortgage records, and the Alabama Real Estate Commission (AREC) licensing database.
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Tara Neighborhood Overview
Overview
Tara is a well-established, family-friendly neighborhood in southeast Huntsville, Alabama. Known for its quiet, tree-lined streets and strong sense of community, it offers a suburban feel with convenient access to the city's major employers and amenities.
Housing & Real Estate
The neighborhood primarily features charming single-family homes built from the 1960s to the 1980s, with many traditional brick and ranch-style houses. With a median home value around $234,900, Tara represents a stable and affordable market within the Huntsville area.
Schools & Education
Tara is served by the highly-rated Huntsville City Schools district, with many students attending Mountain Gap Elementary, Mountain Gap Middle, and James Clemens High School. The area's strong schools are a major draw for families moving into the neighborhood.
Parks & Recreation
Residents enjoy nearby outdoor spaces like the extensive trail system and playground at Mountain Gap Park. The neighborhood itself is very walkable, with several green spaces and a community pool that serves as a social hub in the summer months.
Local Dining & Shopping
Convenient shopping is available at the nearby Madison Square Mall area and the Target shopping center on Bailey Cove Road. Dining options range from casual local favorites to national chain restaurants, all just minutes from the neighborhood.
Who Lives Here
Tara is popular with families, professionals, and long-time residents, creating a diverse and stable community. The neighborhood has a median household income of approximately $89,714, reflecting its middle to upper-middle class demographic.
Tara Market Data
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Median Home Price | $235K | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1K/mo | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Median Household Income | $90K | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Homeownership Rate | 80.8% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Renter-Occupied | 19.1% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Rental Vacancy Rate | 0.8% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Market Type | Seller's | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Primary ZIP Code | 35803 |
Top Real Estate Agents in Tara, Huntsville
0 qualified agents currently meet our merit gate for Tara
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Data Provenance
- State Licensing: Alabama Real Estate Commission (AREC) — nightly license verification
- Consumer Ratings: Zillow Consumer Reviews — 24-month rolling window
- Transaction Records: MLS Transaction Data — 3-year performance window
- Housing & Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2022
- Neighborhood Catalog: Top10Lists.us neighborhood database, sourced from OpenStreetMap / Redfin — last updated 2026-04-17