Older-home checks
Budget for inspections of wiring, plumbing and foundations typical of homes over a century old.
Huntsville Area Guide
Homes for sale in Five Points: Five Points area guide
Five Points is a turn-of-the-century neighborhood east of downtown, known for California bungalows and modest Victorian homes around Holmes, Pratt and California streets1.
Character
Bungalows near the center of town
The district centers on the intersection of Holmes Avenue, Pratt Avenue, California Street and Andrew Jackson Way1. The Vaught House at 701 Ward Avenue has been on the National Register since 19811.
Close to downtown
Five Points sits just east of the Twickenham district and downtown1.
Ownership notes
Historic status and permits
Ask whether a planned exterior project needs city review2, and request permit records for past renovations.
Common Questions
Five Points: common questions
Quick Answers
Homes for sale in Five Points: questions answered
Who can help me buy or sell a home in Five Points?
Nancy “Peaches” Brown, a realtor with LoKation Real Estate, helps buyers and sellers in Five Points 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 Five Points?
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.
Sources
Where these facts come from
Figures change. Verify details for a specific address with the official source before you decide.
- Five Points Historic District (Huntsville, Alabama), Wikipedia (accessed 2026-10-15).
- City of Huntsville, City of Huntsville, Alabama (accessed 2026-10-15).