Chunchula, AL Home for Rent

Chunchula is a rural community situated 20 miles north of Mobile, nestled in the southern Alabama forests. This unincorporated area of Mobile County features homes with generous land parcels, including ranch and mobile homes on lots averaging 2 acres. Some subdivisions offer newly built ranch-style homes, while other parcels are available for custom home development. Despite limited amenities within Chunchula, residents benefit from direct routes to larger communities via U.S. Route 45 and Alabama State Road 217. The area faces risks from floods, hurricanes, and tornadoes, with flood zones present throughout, although most homes are built outside these zones. Chunchula has a crime score well below the national average, indicating a lower crime risk. Local schools include McDavid-Jones Elementary, Lott Middle School, and Citronelle High School, all of which have updated facilities. Recreational options include Citronelle Municipal Lake, an RV park, golf course, and baseball fields, as well as Silver Creek Range, a private shooting range. Residents can also drive an hour south to enjoy Alabama’s Gulf Coast beaches. Community connections are often made at local churches, and businesses along Route 45 and State Road 217 include Sherry’s Place, Dollar General, Piggly Wiggly, and Georgetown Nutrition. For more extensive dining and shopping, Mobile is just 30 minutes away.