One Alabama town landed on the list of the best places to buy a home in 2025 – and it’s not the one you might think.

A report from Niche ranks the top cities for homebuyers this year based on home values, taxes, crime rates and quality of schools. You can read more about the methodology here. While the list features communities across the U.S., one Alabama town is pulling attention for its real estate.

Hazel Green takes the top place for homebuyers in 2025. This North Alabama town rates highly for its cost-of-living, public schools, family-oriented community, and housing market. Homes in Hazel Green have a median value of $179,500 compared to the national average $303,400.

Three additional towns in Alabama have been identified by Niche as top places to buy a home. Madison ranks 2nd, with a median home value of $367,900. Meadowbrook follows in 6th place, boasting a median home value of $390,100, while Triana comes in 19th, with a median home value of $235,400.

Here’s a look at the top 20 places to buy a home in 2025:

1. Hazel Green, Alabama

• Median home value: $179,500

2. Sturgeon, Pennsylvania

• Median home value: $258,800

3. Madison, Alabama

• Median home value: $367,900

4. St. Johns, Arizona

• Median home value: $180,900

5. Jena, Louisiana

• Median home value: $157,900

6. Meadowbrook, Alabama

• Median home value: $390,100

7. Pittsboro, Indiana

• Median home value: $289,700

8. Centennial, North Dakota

• Median home value: $412,300

9. Larkin Charter Township, Michigan

• Median home value: $324,100

10. South Vacherie, Louisiana

• Median home value: $196,700

11. Old River-Winfree, Texas

• Median home value: $151,800

12. Bella Rose, Louisiana

• Median home value: $263,900

13. Emerald Bay, Texas

• Median home value: $279,200

14. Centerton, Arkansas

• Median home value: $295,500

15. Shaverton, Pennsylvania

• Median home value: $202,400

16. Dunlap, Illinois

• Median home value: $283,800

17. Kohler, Wisconsin

• Median home value: $369,300

18. Rosedale, Louisiana

• Median home value: $117,800

19. Triana, Alabama

• Median home value: $235,400

20. DeCordova, Texas

• Median home value: $300,800