$199,900

53 School St Valley Head, AL 35989

Estimated payment $1,181/month

Total Views 21,004
6 Beds
2 Baths
3,900 Sq Ft
$51 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Hot Property
  • Craftsman Architecture
  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Bluff View
  • No HOA
  • Breakfast Room

About This Home

Step into Valley Head history with this charming 6-bedroom, 2-bath home that blends original character with meaningful modern updates. Classic craftsmanship shines with original wood floors, a true 12x12 beam floor system, and transom doors that brighten every room. The historic porte cochere adds rare architectural charm. The kitchen is not installed, but all plumbing and electric are in place—your blank canvas to customize. Spacious rooms, tall ceilings, and a level lot near Valley Head School, I-59, and Mentone make this a unique opportunity.

Listing Agent

Ashley Manning

Southern Properties Agency Inc License #102370 Listed on: 07/23/2026

Southern Properties Agency Inc

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1920

Parking

  • Gravel Driveway

Home Design

  • Craftsman Architecture

Interior Spaces

  • 3,900 Sq Ft Home
  • Fireplace Features Masonry
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Living Room
  • Breakfast Room
  • Dining Room
  • Bluff Views
  • Crawl Space

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Schools

  • Valley Head Elementary School
  • Valley Head Middle School
  • Valley Head High School

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Septic Tank

Additional Features

  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • 1 Acre Lot

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Metes And Bounds Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 1009320002048.000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1920

Lot Details

1 Acres

Listing Details

  • Living Area: 3900
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 1
  • Subdivision Name: Metes And Bounds
  • Architectural Style: Craftsman
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • Year Built: 1920
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Total Bedrooms: 6
  • Basement: Crawl Space
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Fireplace Features: Masonry
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Dining Room Type: Foyer, Master Bedroom, Living Room, Bedroom 2, Dining Room, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Bedroom 4, Breakfast, Bedroom

Exterior Features

  • Pool Private: No
  • View: Bluff/Brow
  • View: Yes
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered Porch, Patio

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Driveway-Gravel

Utilities

  • Heating: Central 1
  • Cooling: Central 1
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No

Schools

  • Middle Or Junior School: Valley Head

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 1009320002048.000
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 43560

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Valley Head Elementary
  • High School: Valley Head

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Tax History

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Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $999 $24,660 $1,200 $23,460
2024 $999 $23,060 $1,500 $21,560
2023 $1 $20 $0 $0
2022 $0 $10,260 $760 $9,500
2021 $274 $6,760 $980 $5,780
2020 $274 $6,760 $980 $5,780
2019 $274 $6,760 $980 $5,780
2018 $274 $6,760 $0 $0
2017 $130 $3,220 $0 $0
2015 $82 $6,680 $0 $0
2014 $74 $6,440 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
07/23/2026 07/23/26 For Sale $199,900 +217.8% $51 / Sq Ft
04/06/2023 04/06/23 Sold $62,900 -16.0% $16 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
03/13/2023 03/13/23 Pending -- -- --
02/03/2023 02/03/23 For Sale $74,900 -- $19 / Sq Ft
Source: ValleyMLS.com

About the Listing Agent

Ashley Manning

Southern Properties Agency Inc

(256) 914-5173

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Ashley Manning joined the dynamic real estate team at Southern Properties as a full-time REALTOR© in 2014. After growing her skills in the hosiery and construction industries, Ashley was ready for a new challenge. She offers a level of determination and drive that is rarely seen in this field.

Ashley is a lifelong resident of Dekalb County. Growing up in Valley Head, Ashley graduated from Valley Head High School. She earned her Paralegal Degree from Northeast Alabama Community

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Source: ValleyMLS.com

MLS Number: 21924603

ValleyMLS.com

APN: 10-09-32-0-002-048.000

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