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    $475,000

    1008 3rd Ave, Opelika, AL 36801

    4beds
    2,847sqft
    : 
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1894
    0.45 Acres Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $167/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Hand-hewn timber beamsFenced backyardPreserved coal-burning fireplacesSerene natural canopyHand-carved trim blocksSilstone quartz countertopsOriginal chimney
    Steller price & $8,500 incl for exterior re-paint(just cleaned) & prof hardwood floor re-sand/poly. Nestled in the heart of historic Opelika, just a stroll from downtown & the new Floral Park, this 1894 Queen Anne-style Victorian is a rare architectural treasure! Behind its turreted façade and decorative bargeboard gable lies a beautifully preserved 4-bed, 2-bath home filled w/warmth, craftsmanship & character. A dramatic curved concrete stairway leads to a hand-carved front door & series of inviting foyers. Inside, 14-foot ceilings, plaster walls & original picture molding set the tone, while eighteen 84-inch windows w/wavy glass fill the home with light. Transoms, nearly one-foot baseboards and hand-carved trim blocks—incl symbolic starburst motifs—enhance the home’s rich period detailing. Four preserved coal-burning fireplaces reflect its authentic 19th-century charm (decorative only). Thoughtfully remodeled kitchen (2012) blends historic & modern function: custom cabinetry, Silestone quartz countertops, soft-close drawers, schoolhouse lighting & young appliances (incl dbl oven, fridge, w/d). Both bathrooms have been updated with care—the owner’s bath showcasing a striking 1927 clawfoot tub, lantern tile, marble-top vanity plus the delicately revealed original chimney—a striking architectural accent! Generous closets, built-in storage, vintage Sears Roebuck shed and even hand-hewn timber beams beneath the structure, this one-of-a-kind home is a rare opportunity to own a beautifully adapted piece of Opelika’s history! Outside, the property as a whole unfolds like a secret garden, with nearly 1/2 acre of lush, level grounds. The fenced backyard offers a serene natural canopy that feels worlds away—so tranquil, you may forget you're in the heart of the city. All exterior trimwork re-painted in 2024! Architectural roof 2013. 2-ish yrs old appliances! WH 2025! Most plumbing supply/drain lines (incl gas) updated w/in the last 10 yrs! Electrical updated to breakers.
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    Listing updated: August 02, 2025 at 09:12am

    Listed by:

    NATALIE BASS,

    EXP REALTY - SOUTHERN BRANCH 888-923-5547

    Source: LCMLS,MLS#: 175409Originating MLS: Lee County Association of REALTORS
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    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 4
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    • Main level bathrooms: 2
    Primary bedroom
    • Description: Flooring: Wood
    Bedroom 2
    • Description: Flooring: Wood
    Bedroom 3
    • Description: Flooring: Wood
    Bedroom 4
    • Description: Flooring: Wood
    Primary bathroom
    • Description: Flooring: Tile
    Breakfast room nook
    • Description: Flooring: Ceramic Tile
    Dining room
    • Description: Flooring: Wood
    • Features: Fireplace
    Great room
    • Description: Flooring: Wood
    Kitchen
    • Description: Flooring: Ceramic Tile
    Laundry
    • Description: Flooring: Ceramic Tile
    Heating
    • Gas
    Cooling
    • Central Air, Electric
    Appliances
    • Included: Double Oven, Dryer, Dishwasher, Gas Range, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
    • Laundry: Washer Hookup, Dryer Hookup
    Features
    • Breakfast Area, Ceiling Fan(s), Separate/Formal Dining Room, Primary Downstairs, Other, See Remarks, Updated Kitchen, Window Treatments, Attic
    • Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Tile, Wood
    • Windows: Window Treatments
    • Basement: Crawl Space
    • Fireplace features: Other, See Remarks
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 2,847 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 2,847
    • Finished area below ground: 0
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    Property

    Features
    • Levels: One
    • Stories: 1
    • Patio & porch: Patio, Screened
    • Exterior features: Storage
    • Pool features: None
    • Fencing: Chain Link
    Lot
    • Size: 0.45 Acres
    • Features: < 1/2 Acre
    Details
    • Parcel number: 1003073001039000

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Aluminum Siding, Other, See Remarks, Plaster
    • Foundation: Crawlspace
    Condition
    • Year built: 1894

    Utilities & green energy

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

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Subdivision: Historic District
    HOA
    • Has HOA: No
    • Amenities included: Other, See Remarks
    Location
    • Region: Opelika

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $167/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $213,100
    • Annual tax amount: $1,098
    • Date on market: 6/15/2025
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