Deciding to buy a home in beautiful Montgomery, Alabama means that you have many exciting things to discover. You will be joining the ranks of other families who realize that owning a home in Montgomery provides a number of benefits including building equity, saving for the future and creating a comfortable and safe environment for your family in America's South. Montgomery is a great place to put down roots. Being the capital of Alabama, this city which sits on the Alabama River is home to over 200,000 people. Montgomery has long been known for being a processing center for cotton, peanuts and soybeans. Today the city is a distribution hub for a wide range of industries. Montgomery's rich history means that there is a wide range of cultural influences here including a long history of jazz, blues and country musicians who all got their start in Montgomery. There are many local 'must see' events happening here in this stately city which includes the popular Jubilee CityFest which is a yearly music festival featuring a wide range of performers.

Recently the news organization Reuters, reported that real estate experts are cautiously optimistic for a housing market recovery in the United States. The Montgomery real estate market is holding steady and is considered to be healthy and strong as many people are interested in calling this Southern capital city home. There are hundreds of homes for sale throughout the many Montgomery neighborhoods and each offers something special and unique.

The Woodland Creek neighborhood for instance features many lovely homes on wooded lots. This neighborhood offers residents a grand clubhouse, fitness center, pool, children's playground, a park, butterfly garden and many walking trails. Woodland Creek is a new development located on the east side of the city. There are currently several homes for sale here as well as the opportunity to build a new home. If you are interested in living in a beautiful neighborhood that's surrounded by mature trees and one that is loaded with amenities be sure to look at the homes in Woodland Creek.

Montgomery's Wyndridge neighborhood is a very inviting one that features tennis courts, large wooded lots, lakes, fountains, hiking trails and a covered picnic area. There are several homes for sale in this tranquil, gated neighborhood that clearly tells you that you have arrived. The lovely tree-lined streets and well groomed grounds make this a great place to buy real estate in east Montgomery.

If your idea of perfect real estate includes an extraordinary neighborhood that is affordable, down-to-earth and relaxing, then StoneyBrooke Plantation is a 'must see'. This community in east Montgomery is the perfect place to live if you have children as it is designed around a sparkling lake and park and lined with shaded trails. Many of the homes for sale here sit on quiet streets and feature outstanding floor plans that were designed by a nationally known firm. In the Deer Creek neighborhood, there is a tempting splash park, Olympic-size pool and a large fountain to welcome you home. This neighborhood features a backdrop of meadows and beautiful homes built on large, wooded lots.

Montgomery, Alabama is dubbed the 'Capital of the American South'. This city is steeped in history and features many attractions, museums and historical sites. The average temperature in Montgomery is a balmy 65.5F as summers here are warm and sunny and the winter is moderate. The city is filled with national, local and very unique shopping opportunities. There is also a wide variety of academic programs and services available to meet the needs of K-12 students in the Montgomery public school system.

Montgomery real estate is both plentiful and affordable. Regardless if you are interested in a classic home or a brand new one, you are sure to find the perfect home in this very diverse real estate market.

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