4 Beds
3 Baths
3,538 SqFt
4 Beds
3 Baths
3,538 SqFt
Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Single Family Residence
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 3,538 sqft
Price per Sqft $118
MLS Listing ID 1536735
Style Victorian
Bedrooms 4
Full Baths 2
Half Baths 1
Year Built 1890
Lot Size 6.260 Acres
Acres 6.26
Lot Dimensions irregular
Property Sub-Type Single Family Residence
Source Greater Chattanooga REALTORS®
Property Description
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 includes 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.
Location
State AL
County Saint Clair
Area 6.26
Rooms
Basement Crawl Space
Interior
Interior Features Eat-in Kitchen, Entrance Foyer, High Ceilings, High Speed Internet, Laminate Counters, Soaking Tub
Heating Central
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Carpet, Laminate, Wood
Fireplaces Number 2
Fireplaces Type Bedroom
Equipment None
Fireplace Yes
Appliance Tankless Water Heater, Microwave, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Electric Range
Heat Source Central
Laundry Laundry Closet
Exterior
Exterior Feature Awning(s), Balcony, Rain Gutters
Parking Features Concrete, Garage, Off Street
Garage Spaces 2.0
Garage Description Concrete, Garage, Off Street
Pool None
Community Features Historic District, Sidewalks
Utilities Available Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Roof Type Composition,Shingle
Porch Deck, Front Porch, Side Porch
Total Parking Spaces 2
Garage Yes
Building
Lot Description City Lot, Farm, Many Trees, Private, Rural, Views, Wooded
Faces From the St. County Courthouse, drive .15 mile down 5th St and home is on the left.
Story Two
Foundation Brick/Mortar
Sewer Public Sewer
Water Public
Architectural Style Victorian
Additional Building Barn(s), Workshop
Structure Type Wood Siding
Schools
Elementary Schools Ashville Elementary
Middle Schools Ashville Middle
High Schools Ashville High
Others
Senior Community No
Tax ID 11-03-06-0-001-048.000
Acceptable Financing Cash, Conventional, FHA, USDA Loan, VA Loan
Listing Terms Cash, Conventional, FHA, USDA Loan, VA Loan
Special Listing Condition Standard
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