Rare opportunity to own property on the bustling main corridor into the city of Opelika. Unique location beside a city-owned memorial garden and library. This beautifully updated historic house combines timeless charm and modern features including updated windows, upstairs appliances, plumbing and electrical in 2017. Endless possibilities for residential or commercial use. Large kitchen with butler area, ice maker(2023) and beverage cooler(2023), SMEG range and Fisher and Paykel dishwasher. Updated windows, tall ceilings and detailed trim. Upstairs stackable washer and dryer and downstairs laundry with dog wash station. Carport has workshop/storage area. A true Opelika landmark is ready for its next chapter. Also available for residential or commercial lease.
Sold for $400,000
Zestimate®
$400,000
609 Geneva St, Opelika, AL 36801
3beds
3,196sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1932
0.46 Acres Lot
$400,000 Zestimate®
$125/sqft
$2,460 Estimated rent
Home value
$400,000
$380,000 - $420,000
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Beautifully updated historic houseDetailed trimTall ceilingsSmeg rangeFisher and paykel dishwasherUpdated windows
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
KAROL KIRBY,
EXP REALTY, LLC 888-923-5547
Bought with:
CRAIG MELTON, 105151
COMPREHENSIVE COMMERCIAL
Source: LCMLS,MLS#: 180872Originating MLS: Lee County Association of REALTORS
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
- Main level bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: First
Bedroom 2
- Level: First
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
Bonus room
- Level: Second
Heating
- Electric
Cooling
- Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Some Electric Appliances, Dishwasher, Electric Range, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Stove
Features
- Garden Tub/Roman Tub, Primary Downstairs
- Basement: Crawl Space
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 3,196 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,196
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Carport
- Carport spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: None
Lot
- Size: 0.46 Acres
- Features: <1 Acre
Details
- Additional structures: Workshop
- Parcel number: 1004181001063.000
- Zoning description: C2, GC2(S)
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Other, See Remarks
Condition
- Year built: 1932
Utilities & green energy
- Utilities for property: Natural Gas Available, Sewer Connected, Water Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: CRESTVIEW
HOA
- Has HOA: No
- Amenities included: None
- Services included: Common Areas
Location
- Region: Opelika
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $125/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $265,700
- Annual tax amount: $2,691
- Date on market: 6/5/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 13 days
- Listing terms: Lease Option
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/1/2026 | Sold | $400,000-9.1%$125/sqft |
Source: LCMLS #180872 Report a problem | ||
| 6/18/2026 | Pending sale | $439,900$138/sqft |
Source: LCMLS #180872 Report a problem | ||
| 6/5/2026 | Listed for sale | $439,900-4.2%$138/sqft |
Source: LCMLS #180872 Report a problem | ||
| 5/1/2026 | Listing removed | $459,000$144/sqft |
Source: LCMLS #177436 Report a problem | ||
| 4/9/2026 | Price change | $459,000-4.2%$144/sqft |
Source: eXp Realty #177436 Report a problem | ||
| 3/16/2026 | Price change | $479,000-4.2%$150/sqft |
Source: LCMLS #177436 Report a problem | ||
| 12/4/2025 | Price change | $499,900-4.8%$156/sqft |
Source: LCMLS #177436 Report a problem | ||
| 11/6/2025 | Listed for sale | $525,000+514.3%$164/sqft |
Source: LCMLS #177436 Report a problem | ||
| 10/5/2016 | Sold | $85,464$27/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,870 | $53,140 |
| 2024 | $2,870 +6.6% | $53,140 +6.6% |
| 2023 | $2,691 | $49,840 |
| 2022 | $2,691 +36.4% | $49,840 +36.4% |
| 2021 | $1,973 | $36,540 |
| 2020 | $1,973 +11.9% | $36,540 +11.9% |
| 2019 | $1,763 +5.1% | $32,640 +5.1% |
| 2018 | $1,677 | $31,060 +134.9% |
| 2015 | $1,677 +153.8% | $13,220 +0.8% |
| 2014 | $661 | $13,120 -0.3% |
| 2013 | -- | $13,160 |
| 2012 | -- | $13,160 |
| 2011 | -- | $13,160 -2.4% |
| 2010 | -- | $13,480 -6.3% |
| 2009 | -- | $14,380 +52% |
| 2008 | -- | $9,460 +23.8% |
| 2005 | -- | $7,640 +4.7% |
| 2004 | -- | $7,300 +4.3% |
| 2003 | -- | $7,000 +26.8% |
| 2002 | -- | $5,520 |
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Neighborhood: 36801
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- NAJeter Primary SchoolGrades: K-3Distance: 1.4 mi
- 8/10Opelika Middle SchoolGrades: 4-8Distance: 1.4 mi
- 5/10Opelika High SchoolGrades: PK,9-12Distance: 1.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: JETER/MORRIS
- Middle: JETER/MORRIS
Source: LCMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- Alabama
- Lee County
- Opelika
- 36801
- 609 Geneva St
