Alexandria, AL

Located in the heart of Calhoun County, Alexandria offers a quiet, welcoming setting surrounded by the rolling foothills of northeastern Alabama. Home to around 3,500 residents, the area has roots going back to the 1830s, evolving from a historic railroad stop into a comfortable rural-suburban community. Life here moves at a relaxed pace, with scenic country roads, open farmland, and family homes spread across the valley.

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Much of the community comes together around the local schools, neighborhood churches, and Friday night ball games. Alexandria Elementary and Alexandria High anchor the area, giving families a strong local hub right down the road. For everyday errands and work commutes, U.S. Highway 431 provides a straightforward route to major employers, regional hospitals, and shopping centers in nearby Anniston, Oxford, Jacksonville, and Gadsden. It offers the open space of country living paired with easy access to neighboring towns.