Home for Sale

I know. Statistics are boring. But these MLS statistics may help if you are new to Shelby County, Alabama and are looking for a new home.



The following chart will give you an idea of how many homes are available for a community and how many of those are Single Family Homes, Townhouses, Condominiums, Manufactured Homes, or Farm. Keep in mind that some new homes become available and some homes are sold all the time, so the numbers may change. All numbers are for the date range of 01/01/2010 thru 07/20/2010.

Please call me at 205-706-6752 or send me an email at hmckay@realtysouth.com if you have any questions. Visit my website to see my listings.

Enjoy!!!


Alabaster

• Single Family -- 275


• Townhouse -- 27


• Condominium -- 2


• Manufactured -- 0


• Farm -- 0

Calera

• Single Family -- 255


• Townhouse -- 23


• Condominium -- 0


• Manufactured -- 1


• Farm -- 1

Columbiana

• Single Family -- 59


• Townhouse -- 0


• Condominium -- 0


• Manufactured -- 4


• Farm -- 2

Helena

• Single Family -- 271


• Townhouse -- 13


• Condominium -- 0


• Manufactured -- 0


• Farm -- 0

Maylene

• Single Family -- 82


• Townhouse -- 0


• Condominium -- 0


• Manufactured -- 2


• Farm -- 0

Montevallo

• Single Family -- 81


• Townhouse -- 7


• Condominium -- 0


• Manufactured -- 2


• Farm -- 0

Pelham

• Single Family -- 268


• Townhouse -- 65


• Condominium -- 0


• Manufactured -- 0


• Farm -- 0

Ecuador

For the past month I have been trying to think of all of the "things" I need to pack. Clothes, flashlight, shoes, rain jacket, and a seeminging endless list of other "things". And of course there is the medicine. Each of us will be taking about 40 pounds of medicine. Oh, and the gifts. 18 T shirts, CD's, hats, Kitchen towel sets for those wonderful ladies who feed us, and a gift for the Pastor. Maybe I over prepared, because there is barely enough room for my clothes now.

Time's up. we board the bus for Atlanta in 2 hours, so if I don't have it, I guess I don't need it.

We are a group of people from First Baptist Church in Pelham going to Riobamba Ecuador to provide medical attention to people who may not otherwise be able to see a doctor. We are also going to help local Pastors who want to start a new church get their first members. They call it Church Planting. FBCP along with E3 Partners send out missionaries several times a year, and this year I am fortunate to be able to go with them.

I hope to be able to update this blog during the week, but Riobamba is a little bit remote, so we will see. Check back here from time to time to see if I am able to upload some pictures and maybe even a video. Also check Sams's website for blogs by our team leaders and other members of the the team.

I hope you all have a great Memorial Day weekend, I know I will.

Looking For Some Adventure?

If you are looking for a little adventure in Shelby County this weekend you don't have far to go. Oak Mountain State Park is located in Pelham, but it's only a short drive from Alabaster, Helena, Calera, Montevallo, Columbiana, and almost anywhere in Shelby County.


The Park is one of the most popular State Parks in Alabama and offers a wide variety of activities and attractions sure to please every member of the family. Bring a tent, a camper, or rent a cabin and be prepared to have a great time full of rest and relaxation.

For people who can't sit still, dust off the golf clubs, put some air in the bike tires, or get some dirt on those new hiking shoes. The golf course is one of the best in the area, so be sure to call ahead and get a tee time (205.620.2520). There are bike trails that offer some challenging paths through the woods, but watch out for Blood Rock. It earned it's name fair and square. The BMX track is sure to satisfy the competitor in you.

If you want something a little less physical, there are 2 lakes that are stocked with fish just waiting to be caught. Be sure you have a valid Alabama fishing license to keep the Park Ranger happy. There are also picnic tables by the lake so that you can enjoy the view as well as a picnic lunch.

If you want to go to the beach, but just can't make it to the Gulf, you can enjoy the beach at Oak Mountain State Park. You can get sand between your toes and take a swim right here in Pelham. Don't forget the suntan lotion though. The Alabama sun wil burn you just like the Florida sun does.

If you are hard to please and still haven't found anything that interests you, maybe you can try the Petting/Exhibit Farm, Horseback riding, or take a drive up to Pevine falls and just enjoy the sunset. Visit their website at here or call 1-800-ALAPARK. You won't be sorry.