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4Beds

3Baths

3,538Sq Ft

1890Year Built

6.26Lot (acres)

2Garage

2Stories

$395,000

$420,000 · Price reduced

Active31 days on marketListed June 12, 2026

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Description

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. 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.

Property Information

Property Type

Residential

Style

Victorian

Year Built

1890

Stories

Living Area

3,538 sq ft

Lot Size

6.26 acres

Lot Dimensions

irregular

Garage Spaces

Parking Spaces

Days on Market

MLS® Listing#

3242471

Property Features

Interior

Entrance FoyerHigh CeilingsHigh Speed Internet

Exterior

Balcony

Appliances

MicrowaveRefrigeratorElectric RangeWater Heater

Cooling

Central Air

Heating

Central

Flooring

CarpetWoodLaminate

Basement

Crawl SpaceNone

Parking

DetachedConcrete

Patio

Deck

Lot Features

WoodedPrivateViewsOther

Construction

Wood Siding

Foundation

Brick/Mortar

Roof

Shingle

Community

Sidewalks

Utilities

Water Available

Sewer

Public Sewer

Water Source

Public

Rooms

Kitchen

Schools

Elementary:: Ashville Elementary School
Middle:: Ashville Middle School
High:: Ashville High School

Financial Details

HOA

None

Annual Taxes

$860

Directions

From the St. County Courthouse, drive .15 mile down 5th St and home is on the left.

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Home Price

Down Payment

$79,000

Interest Rate (%)

Loan Term

Estimated monthly payment

$2,102/mo

Principal $316,000 · Est. interest $440,848 over 30 yrs

Neighborhood Market Statistics

How this home compares to active listings in Ashville, AL

$416,667
Median Listing Price: 74
Median Days on Market: 2,251
Median Sq Ft: $187
Median Price / Sq Ft: 33
Active Listings

This home’s price is 5% below the area median.
Its price per sq ft is 40% below the area median.

Market statistics compiled from active EXIT Realty® and MLS listings in Ashville, AL.

Location

Points of Interest in Ashville, AL

Nearby Schools

Ruben Yancy Alternative School
School · 0.6 mi away
Ashville Middle School
Secondary · 1.4 mi away
Ashville Elementary School
Elementary · 1.5 mi away
Ashville High School
Secondary · 1.5 mi away
St. Clair County Schools
School · 1.6 mi away
Eden Area Tech Ctr
Secondary · 4.1 mi away
Steele Junior High School
Secondary · 7.6 mi away
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Elementary · 7.7 mi away
Appalachian School
School · 8.8 mi away
Ragland High School
Secondary · 9.0 mi away
Victory Christian School
School · 9.5 mi away
Springville High School
Secondary · 11.2 mi away
St Clair County High School
Secondary · 11.6 mi away
Noahs Ark Childrens Academy
School · 12.3 mi away
Springville Elementary School
Elementary · 12.9 mi away
Springville Middle School
Secondary · 12.9 mi away
Rainbow Middle School
Secondary · 13.3 mi away
Attalla Elementary School
Elementary · 13.3 mi away
West End Elementary School
Elementary · 13.3 mi away
John S. Jones Elementary School
Elementary · 13.4 mi away

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Similar Home Values

Comparable nearby listings and their asking prices.

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22327 US HIGHWAY 411, ASHVILLE, AL	$359,000	4	2	3,600
435 5th Street, Ashville, AL	$395,000	4	3	3,538

Moving Cost Estimate

EXIT Agents in Ashville

Sophia Cornwell
Sales Representative
EXIT Realty Southern SelectOneonta, AL
(205) 810-4628
sophicornwell@gmail.com
Stacey Hill
Sales Representative
EXIT Realty Southern SelectOneonta, AL
(205) 229-4995
stacey@exitrealtysouthernselect.com
Amanda Smith
Sales Representative
EXIT Realty Southern SelectOneonta, AL
(256) 490-9037
amanda@exitrealtysouthernselect.com
Sandy Mills
Broker of Record
EXIT Realty Southern SelectOneonta, AL
(205) 828-5820
sandy@lrpbham.com
Kelli Gilmer
Sales Representative
EXIT Realty Southern SelectOneonta, AL
(205) 240-7945
kelli@exitrealtysouthernselect.com
Amanda Greene
Franchisee
EXIT Coosa River RealtyPell City, AL
(205) 901-3352
mgsellspc@gmail.com

Listing Courtesy: eXp Realty - 4235809388

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Last Updated: 2026-06-12

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