HISTORIC BEAUTY IN FLORALA JUST BLOCKS OFF LAKE JACKSON. HOME HAS BEEN UPGRADED AND IS REMARKABLE INSIDE WITH ALL THE HISTORIC CHARM. HOME IS GRAND AND ENORMOUS SIZE INSIDE INCLUDING 2 DOWN STAIR LIVING ROOMS AS WELL AS AN UPSTAIRS LIVING ROOM. HOME HAS A LARGE OPEN KITCHEN THAT CONNECTS TO A FORMAL DINING AS WELL AS LIVING ROOM AND IS PERFECT FOR FAMILY ENJOYMENT. HOME HAS TALL 12 FT CEILINGS AS WELL AS A GRAND STAIRCASE TO THE UPSTAIRS. ALL ORIGINAL FIREPLACES REMAIN INTACT TO INCLUDE ONE IN THE MASTER BATH. PROPERTY INCLUDES A GREAT OUTSIDE AREA WITH A LARGE UPSTAIRS DECK, COVERED FRONT AND BACK PORCHES, STORAGE BUILDING AND GREAT SIZE BACKYARD. LOCATED JUST MINUTES TO SCHOOLS AND PARKS. ASSUMABLE FHA LOAN AT 4%
Sold for $257,000
$257,000
938 5th St, Florala, AL 36442
4beds
4,016sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1903
0.34 Acres Lot
$257,200 Zestimate®
$64/sqft
$1,935 Estimated rent
Home value
$257,200
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Historic charmFormal diningLarge open kitchenLarge upstairs deckStorage buildingGreat size backyard
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Listed by:
Christa V Merrifield 850-428-3298,
Merrifield & Pilcher Realty,
Greggory A Floyd 850-865-0781,
Merrifield & Pilcher Realty
Bought with:
Christa V Merrifield, 689338
Merrifield & Pilcher Realty
Source: ECAOR,MLS#: 992267
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: First
- Area: 240 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 x 16
Bedroom
- Level: First
- Area: 210 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 x 14
Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 210 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 x 15
Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 238 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17 x 14
Primary bathroom
- Level: First
- Area: 255 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 x 17
Bathroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 50 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10 x 5
Bathroom
- Level: First
- Area: 42 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6 x 7
Other
- Level: Second
- Area: 119 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17 x 7
Bonus room
- Level: Second
- Area: 960 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 32 x 30
Dining room
- Level: First
- Area: 225 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 x 15
Family room
- Level: First
- Area: 399 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 21 x 19
Foyer
- Level: First
- Area: 104 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8 x 13
Kitchen
- Level: First
- Area: 240 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16 x 15
Living room
- Level: First
- Area: 240 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 x 16
Heating
- Central, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Washer/Dryer Hookup
Features
- Vaulted Ceiling(s), Newly Painted, Split Bedroom
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Gas, Fireplace 2+
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,016
- Total interior livable area: 4,016 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 495
Property
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck, Covered, Patio, Porch
- Exterior features: Balcony, Columns, Private Yard
- Fencing: Privacy
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Lake
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Lake
Lot
- Size: 0.34 Acres
- Dimensions: 100 x 150
- Features: Cleared, Level, Sidewalk, Within 1/2 Mile to Water
Details
- Additional structures: Workshop, Yard Building
- Parcel number: 23 32 05 22 1 001 013.002
- Zoning description: City
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Victorian
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Foundation Off Grade
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- Construction Complete
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1903
Utilities & green energy
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Florala
- Subdivision: LOTS 17 & 18 BLK 18 HUGHES
Other
Other facts
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/6/2026 | Sold | $257,000-1.1%$64/sqft |
Source:  ECAOR #992267 Report a problem | ||
| 4/1/2026 | Pending sale | $259,900$65/sqft |
Source: ECAOR #992267 Report a problem | ||
| 4/1/2026 | Price change | $259,900+4%$65/sqft |
Source:  Covington AOR #26010 Report a problem | ||
| 3/30/2026 | Price change | $249,900-3.8%$62/sqft |
Source: Covington AOR #26010 Report a problem | ||
| 2/16/2026 | Price change | $259,900-7.1%$65/sqft |
Source: Covington AOR #26010 Report a problem | ||
| 1/23/2026 | Listed for sale | $279,900$70/sqft |
Source: ECAOR #992267 Report a problem | ||
| 1/14/2026 | Pending sale | $279,900$70/sqft |
Source: ECAOR #992267 Report a problem | ||
| 1/6/2026 | Listed for sale | $279,900$70/sqft |
Source: ECAOR #992267 Report a problem | ||
| 8/19/2025 | Listing removed | $279,900$70/sqft |
Source: ECAOR #973154 Report a problem | ||
| 5/6/2025 | Price change | $279,900-6.7%$70/sqft |
Source: ECAOR #973154 Report a problem | ||
| 4/4/2025 | Listed for sale | $299,900+22.4%$75/sqft |
Source: Covington AOR #25193 Report a problem | ||
| 3/10/2022 | Sold | $245,000-18.1%$61/sqft |
Source: Covington AOR #21680 Report a problem | ||
| 1/18/2022 | Contingent | $299,000$74/sqft |
Source: Covington AOR #21680 Report a problem | ||
| 11/10/2021 | Listed for sale | $299,000$74/sqft |
Source: Covington AOR #21680 Report a problem | ||
| 11/4/2021 | Pending sale | $299,000$74/sqft |
Source:  Covington AOR #21680 Report a problem | ||
| 10/21/2021 | Listed for sale | $299,000+113.6%$74/sqft |
Source: Covington AOR #21680 Report a problem | ||
| 12/18/2018 | Sold | $140,000$35/sqft |
Source: ECAOR #794678 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,011 +11.7% | $285,880 +11.2% |
| 2023 | $905 -27.2% | $257,200 +53% |
| 2022 | $1,244 +12.7% | $168,060 +21.3% |
| 2021 | $1,104 -2.6% | $138,580 +352.3% |
| 2020 | $1,134 | $30,640 +33.3% |
| 2019 | $1,134 +39.5% | $22,980 +4.6% |
| 2018 | $813 -5.3% | $21,960 |
| 2017 | $858 +14.6% | -- |
| 2016 | $749 -4.8% | -- |
| 2015 | $787 | -- |
| 2014 | $787 +8.6% | -- |
| 2013 | $724 | $19,574 |
| 2011 | $724 +3.4% | -- |
| 2010 | $701 | -- |
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Neighborhood: 36442
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Ws Harlan Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 1.8 mi
- 3/10Florala High SchoolGrades: 7-12Distance: 0.3 mi
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