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    • Price cut: $10K (9/4)
    $365,000

    435 5th St, Ashville, AL 35953

    4beds
    3,538sqft
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    $2,168/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1890
    6.26 Acres Lot
    $357,200 Zestimate®
    $103/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Flowing waterOversized roomsTwo-stall barnAbundant wildlifeOriginal architectural detailsClassic clapboard sidingBuilt from old-growth timber
    USDA eligible with 0% down. Apply today at ApplyWithGuy.com 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.
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    Listed by:

    Guy Fain 423-580-9388,

    EXP Realty LLC

    Source: Greater Chattanooga Realtors,MLS#: 1536735

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 4
      • Bathrooms: 3
      • Full bathrooms: 2
      • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
      Heating
      • Central
      Cooling
      • Central Air
      Appliances
      • Included: Electric Range, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Microwave, Tankless Water Heater
      • Laundry: Laundry Closet
      Features
      • Entrance Foyer, Eat-in Kitchen, High Ceilings, High Speed Internet, Laminate Counters, Soaking Tub
      • Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Wood
      • Basement: Crawl Space
      • Number of fireplaces: 3
      • Fireplace features: Bedroom
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 3,538
      • Total interior livable area: 3,538 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 3,538

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 2
      • Parking features: Concrete, Garage, Off Street
      • Garage spaces: 2
      Features
      • Levels: Two
      • Patio & porch: Deck, Front Porch, Side Porch
      • Exterior features: Awning(s), Balcony, Rain Gutters
      • Pool features: None
      • Spa features: None
      • Fencing: Wood
      • Has view: Yes
      Lot
      • Size: 6.26 Acres
      • Features: City Lot, Farm, Many Trees, Private, Views, Wooded, Rural
      Details
      • Additional structures: Barn(s), Workshop
      • Additional parcels included: 11-03-06-0-001-047.000 11-03-06-0-001-038.017
      • Parcel number: 1103060001048.000
      • Special conditions: Standard
      • Other equipment: None

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Victorian
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Wood Siding
      • Foundation: Brick/Mortar
      • Roof: Composition,Shingle
      Condition
      • Updated/Remodeled
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1890

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public
      • Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Features: Historic District, Sidewalks
      • Subdivision: None
      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: Ashville

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $103/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $209,540
      • Annual tax amount: $860
      • Date on market: 6/13/2026
      • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,USDA Loan,VA Loan
      • Road surface type: Paved

        Estimated market value

        $357,200

        $339,000 - $375,000

        $2,443/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        9/4/2026Price change$365,000-2.7%$103/sqft
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        8/30/2026Price change$375,000-3.8%$106/sqft
        Source: RealTracs MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #3242471 Report a problem
        8/9/2026Price change$390,000+1.3%$110/sqft
        Source: eXp Realty #1536735 Report a problem
        7/29/2026Price change$385,000-2.5%$109/sqft
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        7/13/2026Price change$395,000-3.7%$112/sqft
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        7/10/2026Price change$410,000-2.4%$116/sqft
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        6/13/2026Listed for sale$420,000+9.1%$119/sqft
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        5/9/2026Listing removed$385,000$109/sqft
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        4/22/2026Contingent$385,000$109/sqft
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        4/11/2026Listed for sale$385,000$109/sqft
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        1/13/2026Contingent$385,000$109/sqft
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        10/23/2025Price change$385,000-3.5%$109/sqft
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        8/16/2025Listed for sale$399,000+99.5%$113/sqft
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        2/28/2024Sold$200,000-9.1%$57/sqft
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        2/8/2024Pending sale$220,000$62/sqft
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        1/15/2024Price change$220,000-6.4%$62/sqft
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        10/27/2023Price change$235,000-1.9%$66/sqft
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        9/8/2023Listed for sale$239,500$68/sqft
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        8/30/2023Contingent$239,500$68/sqft
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        8/18/2023Listed for sale$239,500-12.9%$68/sqft
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        8/7/2023Listing removed--
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        6/21/2023Price change$275,000-5.1%$78/sqft
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        6/10/2023Price change$289,900-1.7%$82/sqft
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        1/14/2023Listed for sale$295,000+321.4%$83/sqft
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        9/14/2009Sold$70,000$20/sqft
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        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$775 +13.8%$20,980 +10.9%
        2024$681 $18,920
        2023$681 $18,920 -2.8%
        2022-- $19,460 +24.4%
        2021-- $15,640
        2020-- $15,640 +0.8%
        2019-- $15,520 +4.9%
        2018-- $14,800
        2017-- $14,800
        2016-- $14,800
        2015-- $14,800 +11.1%
        2014-- $13,320
        2013-- $13,320
        2012-- $13,320
        2011-- $13,320 +2%
        2010-- $13,060
        2009-- $13,060 -0.2%
        2008-- $13,080 +17.4%
        2006-- $11,140 -46.1%
        2005-- $20,680 +19.1%
        2004-- $17,360
        2003$625 $17,360
        2002-- --
        2000-- --
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 35953

        Getting around

        30 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        35 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        • Elementary: Ashville Elementary
        • Middle: Ashville Middle
        • High: Ashville High

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