5874 Highway 157, Leighton, AL 35646
What's special
Timeless estate set on 102 picturesque acres just outside of Florence. Offering over 7,000 square feet of refined Southern architecture, this exceptional three story home features six generously sized bedrooms, five with private terraces and porches, as well as five well-appointed bathrooms. The primary bedroom suite features a fireplace, built-ins, a wet bar, and a spa-inspired bathroom. The property is designed for both everyday living and entertaining, highlighted by a sparkling in-ground pool, a striking three-tier fountain, and a gated entrance. Outdoor enthusiasts will love the fully stocked year round pond, multiple deer stand locations, and babbling creek. Additional improvements include a large barn with tool room and loft, a basement with a separate driveway, and a three-car garage. The property even includes a fenced horse pasture and multiple potential future homesites. A rare opportunity to own a private estate offering space, privacy, and classic Southern elegance.
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Travel times
Living Room
Kitchen
Dining Room
Library/Board Room
Bedroom
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Laundry Room
Bedroom
Foyer
Bedroom
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Bathroom
Covered Balcony
Bedroom
Bathroom
Covered Balcony
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Bathroom
Living Room
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Matt Golley Team 256-394-0849,
Fernhill Realty LLC
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 5
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Basement, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Foyer, Kitchen, Laundry, Library, Living Room, Office, Master Bathroom, Master Bedroom
Basement
- Area: 1443
Heating
- Fireplace(s)
Cooling
- Multi Units
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Double Oven, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator
Features
- Bar, Built-in Features, Ceiling - Speciality, Ceiling Fan(s), High Ceilings, Granite Counters, Crown Molding, Kitchen Island, Recessed Lighting, Storage, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Granite, Wood
- Basement: Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Basement, Gas Log
Interior area
- Total structure area: 7,278
- Total interior livable area: 7,278 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 5,835
- Finished area below ground: 1,443
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Circular Driveway, Concrete, Driveway, Attached, Garage Faces Side
- Garage spaces: 3
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Stair Lift
Features
- Levels: Three Or More
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Covered, Front Porch, Patio
- Exterior features: Rain Gutters, Storage
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Creek/Stream, Pool
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Creek/Stream
- Waterfront features: Stream
Lot
- Size: 102.52 Acres
- Dimensions: 102.52 acres
- Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Sprinkler System
Details
- Additional structures: Outbuilding
- Parcel number: 2403050000004.000
- Zoning: R1
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Roof: Architectual/Dimensional
Condition
- Standard
- Year built: 1994
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public, Well
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Curbs, Stream/Creek
HOA
- Has HOA: No
- Amenities included: Pond Year Round
Location
- Region: Leighton
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $260/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $643,800
- Annual tax amount: $1,546
- Price range: $1.9M - $1.9M
- Date on market: 7/29/2026
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/28/2026 | Price change | $1,500,000-20.8%$206/sqft |
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| 8/5/2026 | Price change | $1,895,000-5%$260/sqft |
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| 7/29/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,995,000-0.3%$274/sqft |
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| 7/27/2026 | Listing removed | $2,000,000$275/sqft |
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| 11/21/2025 | Price change | $2,000,000+0%$275/sqft |
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| 11/14/2025 | Price change | $1,999,9990%$275/sqft |
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| 11/6/2025 | Price change | $2,000,000+0%$275/sqft |
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| 10/30/2025 | Price change | $1,999,9990%$275/sqft |
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| 10/13/2025 | Price change | $2,000,000-13%$275/sqft |
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| 9/29/2025 | Listed for sale | $2,300,000$316/sqft |
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| 6/6/2025 | Contingent | $2,300,000$316/sqft |
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| 5/2/2025 | Listed for sale | $2,300,000$316/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,546 +2.6% | $643,800 +2.7% |
| 2024 | $1,507 +4.1% | $627,120 +4.5% |
| 2023 | $1,448 +11.2% | $600,340 +1015% |
| 2022 | $1,302 +8.9% | $53,840 +9.2% |
| 2021 | $1,195 +10.4% | $49,300 +10.8% |
| 2020 | $1,082 -3.7% | $44,500 -3.8% |
| 2018 | $1,124 | $46,260 -16% |
| 2017 | $1,124 -15.4% | $55,080 +0% |
| 2016 | $1,327 | $55,060 |
| 2013 | $1,327 -2.8% | -- |
| 2010 | $1,365 | $51,040 +39.1% |
| 2002 | -- | $36,680 |
Monthly payment
Estimated market value
$1,386,900
$1.32M - $1.46M
Not available
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