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435 5th Street

Ashville, AL 35953
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Bed 4

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Bath 3

Bath

SqFt3,538

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Acres6.26

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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 a home shaped by time can provide. Outside, rustic fieldstone masonry, classic clapboard siding, and a traditional rocking-chair front porch embody the timeless appeal of Southern architecture. The estate also in cludes a two-stall barn and two detached single-car garages, providing 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 setting that feels remarkably private and peaceful. Thoughtfully updated while preserving its historic character, the home offers the best of both worlds: timeless craftsmanship and modern livability. Unlike many historic properties, it is not subject to historic registry restrictions, allowing 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. Whether envisioned as a multi-generational estate, mini-farm, or private retreat, the Rakestraw Jones Estate offers a rare combination of history, acreage, natural beauty, and small-town accessibility. Limited time offer: Seller offering to pay $12,000 of buyer's closing costs with a full price offer.

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Property Type : Residential

Price : $420,000

AD Id : 84841064

MLS Id : 1536735

Beds : 4

Lot Size : 6.26 Acres

Living Area Size : 3,538

Year Built : 1890

Garage : 2

County : Saint Clair

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  • Bedroom Information

    Total beds: 4

    Bathroom Information

    Total Baths: 3 Full Baths: 2 Half Baths: 1

    Room Information

    Basement: Crawl Space
  • Flooring Information

    Carpet, Laminate, Wood
  • Roofing Information

    Composition, Shingle
  • Interior Features

    Eat-in Kitchen, Entrance Foyer, High Ceilings, High Speed Internet, Laminate Counters, Soaking Tub Roof: Composition, Shingle Appliances: Tankless Water Heater, Microwave, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Electric Range Laundry Features: Laundry Closet
  • Heating & Cooling

    Has Heating: Yes Heating: Central Has Cooling: Yes Cooling: Central Air

  • Building Information

    Year Built: 1890 Building Area Total: 3538 Construction Materials: Wood Siding Patio And Porch Features: Awning(s), Deck, Front Porch, Side Porch Pool Features: None Private Pool: No
  • Exterior Features

    Exterior Features: Awning(s), Balcony, Rain Gutters

  • Lot Information

    Lot Dimensions: irregular Main Square Feet: 6.26 Acres Lot Size Acres: 6.26 Lot Size Square Feet: 272685.6 Lot Description: City Lot, Farm, Many Trees, Private, Views, Wooded

    Property Information

    Subdivision: None Source Property Type: Residential Property SubType: Single Family Residence Levels: Two Property Age: 136

  • Listing Price Information

    Listing Price: $420000 Cash, Conventional, FHA, USDA Loan, VA Loan

  • Tax Information

    Parcel Number: 11-03-06-0-001-048.000 Annual Tax: $860 Tax Legal Desc: COM SE C SEC TH N 190 W 10 TO POB TH CONT W 18O'S N 130 E 179 TO W ROW DBL BRG RD TH S ALG RD 130 TO POB 6-14-4

  • Parking Information

    Concrete, Garage, Off Street

    Garage Information

    Has Garage: Yes Garage Space: 2

  • School Information

    Elementary School: Ashville Elementary
    Junior High School: Ashville Middle
    Senior High School: Ashville High
  • Utility Information

    Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
  • Location Information

    Direction: From the St. County Courthouse, drive .15 mile down 5th St and home is on the left. WaterSource: Public
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435 5th Street, Ashville, AL, 35953 $420,000 4 3 3,538 3,538 SqFt
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ByOwner last updated this listing 06/16/2026 @ 04:06

MLS: 1536735 LISTED BY: Guy Fain, EXP Realty LLC 888-519-5113 SOURCE: Greater Chattanooga REALTORS

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