Redstone Arsenal, AL - Nearby Cities

Madison, AL
Madison was originally formed around a stop of the Memphis & Charleston Railroad. The city was the site of a Civil War battle in 1864 which resulted in many Union losses. Madison is now a suburb of Huntsville with a population of just under 37,000 people. The Redstone Arsenal is located just 11 miles from the city, which makes the city a prime location for those looking to live close to where they work.

Homes for sale in the area start at $262,000 for a 3 bedroom, 2 bath home. Rentals in the area start at a monthly rate of $510 for a 1 bedroom, 1 bath residence. Hotels nearby such as the La Quinta Inn and the Country Hearth Inn offer temporary lodging for visitors. Nightly rates start at $45 a night. Amenities include a complimentary breakfast and free high-speed internet.

Attractions in the area include Insanity Skate. The park includes all-night skate events and new rollerblades for sale in the pro shop. For those interested in a more tame sport, the Madison Bowling Center offers a 24-lane facility and a snack bar for bowlers of all skill levels. The Madison Golf Center is also open for avid golfers who are looking for a convenient practice facility.

Huntsville, AL
Huntsville is a thriving community that has grown to include textile mills and munitions factories and is home to NASA's Marshall Space Flight Center and the United States Army Aviation and Missile Command at the Redstone Arsenal military installation. The base is located just 11 miles from Hunstville. Cotton and the railroad have been the city's main industries that have fueled its economy.

Homes for sale in the area start at $118,000 for a 3 bedroom, 2 bath home. Rentals in the area start at a monthly rate of $400 for a 1 bedroom, 1 bath residence. Hotels nearby such as the Country Inn and Suites and the Holiday Inn offer temporary lodging for visitors. Nightly rates start at $93 a night. Amenities include a complimentary breakfast and free high-speed internet.

Attractions in the area include the U.S. Space & Rocket Center which offers space camp for kids under 18 years of age. There is also a museum with traveling exhibits which provides exclusive peeks at artifacts from the space program. Space travel simulators offer interactive experiences to mimic what the astronauts experience on a mission. Many space-oriented movies are also shown at the center including "Star Wars: Where Science Meets Imagination".

New Hope, AL
New Hope was destroyed in 1864 in the wake of the American Civil War. All that survived was the post office and Masonic Lodge. Out of that destruction, a new town grew up and was appropriately named New Hope. The town is located 24 miles from the Redstone Arsenal and boasts a population of just 2,500 people. Military personnel and their families will find New Hope a quiet, laid-back community in which to live and work.

Homes for sale in the area start at $93,000 for a 3 bedroom, 2 bath home. Rentals in the area start at a monthly rate of $370 for a 1 bedroom, 1 bath residence. Hotels nearby such as the Embassy Suites and the Kings Inn offer temporary lodging for visitors. Nightly rates start at $109 a night. Amenities include a complimentary breakfast and free high-speed internet, and military discounted rates are available.

Attractions in the area include Cathedral Caverns State Park where daily tours are held throughout the amazing stalagmite mountain. Frozen waterfalls are also on view and tours happen all year-round as the caves maintain a temperate 60 degree temperature. The Madison County Nature Study Center is also located in nearby Huntsville and offers walking trails, picnic areas, and a replica of an historic covered bridge.

Decatur, AL
Decatur is a city located along the Tennessee River, on the banks of Wheeler Lake. It is known as the "River City" and boasts a population of over 55,000 people. Located just 23 miles from the Redstone Arsenal, the city has a large economic center which includes such major industries as General Electric. Manufacturing industries fuel the local economy of the city. Decatur is home to the Old State Bank which is the oldest bank building in Alabama at 173 years old.

Homes for sale in the area start at $119,000 for a 3 bedroom, 1 bath home. Rentals in the area start at a monthly rate of $370 for a 1 bedroom, 1 bath residence. Hotels nearby such as the Country Inn and Suites and the Holiday Inn offer temporary lodging for visitors. Nightly rates start at $93 a night. Amenities include a complimentary breakfast and free high-speed internet. Military discounted rates are available.

Attractions in the Decatur area include the Princess Theater which has provided theater performances for over 25 years. Jazz groups have also performed in the 677-seat theater, and bluegrass legends have made appearances. Cook's Natural Science Museum provides collections of exotic insects and animals on display for those interested in the different species of the region. Interactive exhibits allow you to be hands-on in the museum. Admission is free to visitors and residents alike.

Hartselle, AL
Hartselle is located about 10 miles from Decatur and was founded around the arrival of the North and South Alabama Railroad. The town was named after one of the railroad's owners, George Hartsell. Hartselle has been named one of the "10 Best Small Towns in America" by a national guide. The Redstone Arsenal is located just 33 miles away, and the town offers a family-oriented environment for military personnel looking to relocate to the area.

Homes for sale in the area start at $119,000 for a 3 bedroom, 2 bath home. Rentals in the area start at a monthly rate of $325 for a 1 bedroom, 1 bath residence. Hotels nearby such as the Country Hearth Inn and the Express Inn offer temporary lodging for visitors. Nightly rates start at $44 a night. Amenities include a complimentary breakfast and free high-speed internet. Military discounted rates are available.

Things to do in the Hartselle area include the Quail Creek Golf Resort which offers an 18-hole course with a pro shop, snack bar, and driving range. The Hartselle Military Museum and Foundation offers exhibits from the Revolutionary War to the present and all branches of the service. The historic Depot Building is located in downtown Hartselle and was built in 1914. The Chamber of Commerce is located in the restored building and offers displays of the rich heritage of the region.