435 5th Street Ashville, AL 35953
4 Beds
3 Baths
3,538 SqFt
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Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 3,538 sqft
Price per Sqft $94
MLS Listing ID 3242471
Bedrooms 4
Full Baths 2
Half Baths 1
HOA Y/N No
Year Built 1890
Annual Tax Amount $860
Lot Size 6.260 Acres
Acres 6.26
Lot Dimensions irregular
Property Description
For more than a century, the Rakestraw Jones Estate has stood as a quiet witness to the changing seasons of Alabama life. Situated on 6.26 acres in the heart of Ashville, this thoughtfully restored 1890s Craftsman offers a rare opportunity to own one of the area's most distinctive historic properties.
Encompassing 3,538 square feet, the home welcomes you with soaring ceilings, oversized rooms, and original architectural details rarely found in modern construction. Built from old-growth timber and crafted to endure, it retains the warmth, character, and authenticity that only time can create.
Outside, rustic fieldstone masonry, classic clapboard siding, and a traditional rocking-chair front porch embody the timeless appeal of Southern architecture. The estate also includes a two-stall barn and two detached single-car garages, offering ample space for hobbies, animals, equipment, or storage.
Beyond the homesite, two wooded parcels are traversed by Little Canoe Creek and back directly to undeveloped state-owned forestry land. Mature hardwoods, abundant wildlife, and flowing water create a remarkably private and peaceful setting.
Thoughtfully updated while preserving its historic character, the home offers the best of both worlds: timeless craftsmanship and modern comfort. Unlike many historic properties, it is not subject to historic registry restrictions, giving future owners the freedom to personalize the property as they choose.
Located less than two blocks from Ashville Community Park, the Splash Pad, tennis courts, and the St. Clair County Courthouse, the property offers an exceptional balance of privacy and convenience.
Location
State AL
County St. Clair County
Interior
Interior Features Entrance Foyer, High Ceilings, High Speed Internet
Heating Central
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Carpet, Wood, Laminate
Fireplaces Number 3
Fireplace Y
Appliance Microwave, Refrigerator, Electric Range
Exterior
Exterior Feature Balcony
Garage Spaces 2.0
Utilities Available Water Available
Amenities Available Sidewalks
View Y/N false
Roof Type Shingle
Private Pool false
Building
Lot Description Wooded, Private, Views, Other
Story 2
Sewer Public Sewer
Water Public
Structure Type Wood Siding
New Construction false
Schools
Elementary Schools Ashville Elementary School
Middle Schools Ashville Middle School
High Schools Ashville High School
Others
Senior Community false
Special Listing Condition Standard
Nearby Locations
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