$409,892Average Value$209Average Price per Sq Ft15Homes For Sale
Rural living on the Coosa River
Though Shelby County is one of the fastest-growing in the country, South Shelby is still mostly countryside along the Coosa River. “We’re known for our high quality of life, great schools and the outdoors,” says Jennifer Maier, Executive Director at the Shelby County Museum & Archives and Shelby Iron Works Park. “Shelby County is blessed with scenic parks and forests; people love living where they can enjoy hiking, fishing, and boating.” Spacious lots give residents a sense of seclusion and privacy, and the community is less than 10 miles away from amenities in Downtown Columbiana.
Enjoy the endless rows of lake homes in South Shelby.
Enjoy a day on the lake in South Shelby.
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South Shelby homes offer privacy, some waterfront options
Most homes in South Shelby are ranch-style houses, split-levels and Craftsman, and some are on the Coosa River. The mix of contemporary and mid-20th-century home designs contributes to a unique community aesthetic. Forest and pastures separate many of the homes. It’s also common for houses to have lots of space, with lots ranging from 9,000 square feet to as much as 30 acres. The neighborhood’s quiet character is also reflected in its CAP Index crime score, 1 out of 10, much lower than the national average of 4 out of 10. Prices for mid-size homes on smaller lots range from $130,000 to $350,000, while waterfront properties, large houses and homes with large lots range from $360,000 to $875,000 or more.
Brick homes are in South Shelby Alabama.
South Shelby homes have large trees.
In South Shelby you can live on the lake or on a multi acre farm.
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Boating on the Coosa River, museums and family friendly fun in Shelby County
The rolling countryside contains plenty of outdoor activities and recreational areas. Paradise Point Marina is just one of the points of entry for boaters onto the Coosa River. Residents can learn about the area’s history at sites like Shelby County Museum & Archives, in the Historic 1854 Courthouse in Columbiana. Shelby Iron Works Park showcases the region’s industrial history, Maier says, “Visitors can explore preserved furnaces and learn about the technology and industrial processes of the period.” The park also hosts a monthly pancake breakfast with hundreds of attendees from across the county, as well as the annual Shelby Iron Works Festival, a fall festival with craft and food vendors, along with live music performances.
Watch the boats roll in and the birds fly at Beeswax Park in South Shelby.
Be sure and take a tour of Shelby Iron Works Park.
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Downtown Columbiana has additional amenities
South Shelby has a handful of basic grocery and convenience store options, with chains like Dollar General and other quick stops along the main roads. Most residents take the 9-mile drive into Columbiana to shop at stores such as Main Street Market, an antique store selling secondhand jewelry, books and furniture. Blue Agave Cantina is another location along Columbiana’s Main Street, offering a full bar and Latin-inspired dishes in a renovated interior. Columbiana also has dependable chain stores like Piggly Wiggly.
Located in Downtown Columbiana is fine Mexican dinning at the Blue Agave Cantina.
Find out why the locals enjoy the retail in Columbiana near South Shelby.
Grab a cup of coffee at Leaders’ Corner Coffee & Tea near South Shelby.
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Reading and athletic successes at Shelby County Schools
The community’s public school students attend Shelby County Schools. Elvin Hill Elementary received a B-plus rating from Niche and offers the SPIRE curriculum. This research-driven program builds reading proficiency in beginning readers and provides support for readers with dyslexia. Students move on to Columbiana Middle and Shelby County High School, both of which have B ratings. Shelby County High’s football team, the Wildcats, won 45 consecutive games between 1961 and 1966, one of the longest streaks of successive wins for a high school team in Alabama’s history.
Your Elementary school age children can attend Elvin Hill Elementary.
Your middle school children can attend Columbiana Middle School.
In South Shelby your teens can attend Shelby High School.
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Take the interstate into Columbiana or Birmingham
Highway 47 runs through the neighborhood, leading to Columbiana 9 miles to the north. Hopping onto Interstate 65 leads further north 40 miles into Birmingham proper.
Grab your groceries at Piggly Wiggly near South Shelby.
Check out the fountain with someone special at Old Mill Square Park near South Shelby.
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Weather patterns in Shelby County
Waterfront and low-lying properties are more susceptible to flooding from the Coosa River. Shelby County is located in Dixie Alley, a region of the southern United States with a high frequency of intense thunderstorms and tornadoes. Shelby County governments and the National Weather Service have emergency preparedness plans available in the event of extreme weather.
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The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
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Parks in this Area
Oak Meadow Park
George Roy Park
Picnic Area
Trails
Playground
Oliver Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Football
Old Mill Square Park
JW Donahoo Park
Shelby Iron Works Park
Shelby Park
Beeswax Creek Park
Transit
Airport
Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International
76 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
South Shelby
US
Homicide
1
4
Sexual Assault
1
4
Assault with Weapon
1
4
Robbery
1
4
Burglary
1
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
1
4
Larceny
1
4
Crime Score
1
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in South Shelby, Shelby sell after 48 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in South Shelby, Shelby over the last 12 months is $414,950, down 5% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
5,167
Median Age
51
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
18.4%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
28.4%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$75,390
On par with the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$91,161
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
89.7%
College Graduates
25.3%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
4%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
60.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
55''
Average Winter Low Temperature
34°F
Average Summer High Temperature
91°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
0/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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