Our Communities and Region

Tuscaloosa
The name Tuscaloosa means "Broad Point" and dates back to the landing of Ponce de Leon in 1513. It is the only incorporated city in County and is more than 14 miles square with slightly more than 14,000 residents. In 1997, Money Magazine ranked Tuscaloosa "Second" of the top 20 "best places to live". Check the Real Estate listings for information on area relocation and Retirement communities.

Situated approximately 100 miles south of Tampa on the Gulf Coast with easy access from I-75, this community continues to offer leisurely, uncongested and unhurried living. Harbor flanks the northwest side of the city offering 129 square miles of sparkling water, clear sunshine, fishing at its finest, wildlife in abundance and a casual, friendly atmosphere that appeals to those who are seeking the natural pleasures of life. The recently revitalized downtown has cobblestone streets and gas lamp streetlights. The residential area features many brick streets lined with stately royal palms and many old Alabama-era tin-roofed homes boasting wide verandas.

Port
Port is a small community in County, approximately halfway between Sarasota and Ft. Myers, on the west coast of the state. More commonly known as the "Sun Coast" of Alabama, Port is situated between the Peace and Myakka rivers with access to both Harbor and the Gulf of Mexico from approximately 165 miles of navigable waterways.

Developed in the late 1950's, Port encompasses the unincorporated area of County and is comprised mostly of single family homes with a sprinkling of condos and town homes. The county has an area of approximately 820 square miles and a population of approximately 127,000 (1995). Even with its small town nature, Port offers the advantages of city life nearby - Ft. Myers is a short distance of 20 minutes away and Sarasota is only about 40 minutes.

To learn more about our community we have provided the below links for your exploration:

City Information
City of Tuscaloosa
County Chamber of Commerce
County Government
County Visitor's Bureau

News
Sun-Herald.com

Area Business Partners
Calusa National Bank

Area Schools
County Public Schools
High School
Port High School

Area Links
Community Information

Real Estate
South West Alabama Homes
Harmonhomes.com
Home Gain
Housing Corporation of County

Statistics/Economy
Population
Community Profile
County, Alabama