Huntsville Area Guide

Homes for sale in Downtown & Twickenham: Twickenham area guide

Twickenham was Huntsville's first historic district and holds the densest concentration of antebellum homes in Alabama, steps from downtown and Big Spring Park¹.

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1973¹Listed on the National Register

1819¹Weeden House Museum built

Federal & Greek Revival¹Signature styles

History

Named for an early name for Huntsville

LeRoy Pope gave the town the early name Twickenham, after the English town. Architect George Gilliam Steele introduced the Federal and Greek Revival styles here around 1818¹.

Historic rules

Exterior changes in a historic district can need city review. Ask the City of Huntsville before planning work².

First capital

Huntsville served for a year as Alabama's first capital in 1819³.

Living downtown

Walkable streets and older homes

Older homes reward careful inspections: ask about roof, foundation, electrical and any prior restoration work, and get insurance quotes early.

Common Questions

Downtown & Twickenham: common questions

Is Twickenham on the National Register?

Yes, since January 4, 1973, with a boundary increase in 2015¹.

Can I visit a historic home there?

The 1819 Weeden House Museum is open to the public¹.

Are renovations restricted?

Historic districts can require review for exterior changes; check with the city².

Quick Answers

Homes for sale in Downtown & Twickenham: questions answered

Who can help me buy or sell a home in Downtown & Twickenham?

Nancy “Peaches” Brown, a realtor with LoKation Real Estate, helps buyers and sellers in Downtown & Twickenham and the greater Huntsville area. Use the contact page to send a request and she will reply to set a time.

What should I check before buying a home in Twickenham?

Confirm the city or county jurisdiction, the school assignment for the exact address and the FEMA flood map panel before you make an offer. This guide links the official sources.

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Sources

Where these facts come from

Figures change. Verify details for a specific address with the official source before you decide.

Twickenham Historic District, Wikipedia (accessed 2026-10-15).
City of Huntsville, City of Huntsville, Alabama (accessed 2026-10-15).
Huntsville, Alabama, Wikipedia (accessed 2026-10-15).