$920,000
SOLD AUG 28, 2025

669 5th St Florala, AL 36442

5 Beds
2.5 Baths
5,640 Sq Ft
2.34 Acres

Recently Sold

$163 Per Sq Ft

23% Below List Price

161 Days on Market

Highlights

  • In Ground Pool
  • Atrium Room
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Viking Appliances
  • Newly Painted Property
  • Wood Flooring

About This Home

As of August 2025

1910 Queen Anne masterpiece with 95% original splendor still intact. Magnificent 16-room estate greets you with rare Curley-pine wainscoting adorning most of downstairs along with Hand-crafted curly-pine columns and trim that adds unmatched level of craftsmanship. Spanning 5640 sqft of living space offering 5 BR, 2 1/2 BA, with selections of rooms designed to transport you back intime. Renovated kitchen includes 2 sinks, a Viking gas stove, 9 ft center island and connects to butler panty. Fireplace enthusiasts will appreciate 9 fireplaces with 5 showcasing mahogany mantles, the remaining 4 feature ornate painted mantles. Outdoor amenities include a covered pool house with shower, powder room, inground pool surrounded by brick paver coping. This grandeur comes with a 42 month home warranty The estate boasts a carriage house, a screened summer kitchen, barn, and a storage shed. The grounds include fountains and lily pools. Experience the grandeur and timeless elegance of this Florala gem for yourself.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Christa Merrifield

Merrifield & Pilcher Realty License #689338 Listed on: 04/09/2025

Co-Listed By

Greggory Floyd

Merrifield & Pilcher Realty License #3621428

Last Buyer's Agent

Christa Merrifield

Merrifield & Pilcher Realty License #689338 Listed on: 04/09/2025

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,665

Year Built

  • Built in 1910

Lot Details

  • 2.34 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 200x223x280
  • Property is Fully Fenced
  • Corner Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Cleared Lot
  • Property is zoned City, Resid Single Family

Parking

  • Attached Carport

Home Design

  • Victorian Architecture
  • Newly Painted Property
  • Metal Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Wood Trim

Interior Spaces

  • 5,640 Sq Ft Home
  • 3-Story Property
  • Built-in Bookshelves
  • Shelving
  • Crown Molding
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Great Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Den
  • Library
  • Atrium Room
  • Screened Porch

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Walk-In Pantry
  • Gas Oven or Range
  • Cooktop
  • Ice Maker
  • Viking Appliances
  • Kitchen Island

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom on Main
  • Split Bedroom Floorplan
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • Dressing Area
  • Shower Only in Primary Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Exterior Washer Dryer Hookup

Pool

  • In Ground Pool
  • Spa
  • Outdoor Shower
  • Gunite Pool

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony
  • Patio
  • Outdoor Kitchen
  • Gazebo
  • Separate Outdoor Workshop
  • Shed

Schools

  • See Remarks Elementary And Middle School
  • See Remarks High School

Utilities

  • Multiple cooling system units
  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Community Sewer or Septic
  • Phone Available
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 23 32 05 22 3 001 017.000

Community Details

Recreation

  • Community Pool

Additional Features

  • Hughes Add Subdivision
  • Community Storage Space

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,665

Year Built

Built in 1910

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Detached Single Family
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 2.34
  • Lot Size: 200X223X280
  • Road Frontage Type: City Street
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Co List Office Mls Id: EPMP
  • Co List Office Phone: 850-892-9650
  • Subdivision Name: Hughes Add
  • Directions: At the intersection of 5th Ave and 5th Street in Florala go South on 5th Street. At the stop sign turn right on Wood Ave and the drive to enter back of home is just past large red brick house.
  • Architectural Style: Victorian
  • Carport Y N: Yes
  • New Construction: No
  • Building Stories: 3
  • Year Built: 1910
  • Remarks Misc:Remarks: 1910 Queen Anne masterpiece with 95% original splendor still intact. Magnificent 16-room estate greets you with rare Curley-pine wainscoting adorning most of downstairs along with Hand-crafted curly-pine columns and trim that adds unmatched level of craftsmanship. Spanning 5640 sqft of living space offering 5 BR, 2 1/2 BA, with selections of rooms designed to transport you back intime. Renovated kitchen includes 2 sinks, a Viking gas stove, 9 ft center island and connects to butler panty. Fireplace enthusiasts will appreciate 9 fireplaces with 5 showcasing mahogany mantles, the remaining 4 feature ornate painted mantles. Outdoor amenities include a covered pool house with shower, powder room, inground pool surrounded by brick paver coping. This grandeur comes with a 42 month home warranty
  • Utilities Electric: Yes
  • Energy:AC - Central Elect: Yes
  • Energy:Heat Cntrl Electric: Yes
  • Energy:Water Heater - Elect: Yes
  • Rooms:Living Room: Yes
  • Rooms:Dining Room: Yes
  • Utilities:Community Water: Yes
  • Energy:Ceiling Fans: Yes
  • Rooms:Foyer: Yes
  • Rooms:Laundry2: Yes
  • Energy:AC - 2 or More: Yes
  • Utilities:Gas - Natural: Yes
  • Rooms:Great Room: Yes
  • Rooms:Den: Yes
  • Rooms:Library: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 3

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Cooktop, Refrigerator W/IceMk, Stove/Oven Gas, Water Heater - Elect
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 1350.0
  • Fireplace Features: Fireplace Gas
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Floor Hardwood, Floor Tile
  • Interior Amenities: Atrium, Breakfast Bar, Built-In Bookcases, Ceiling Cathedral, Ceiling Crwn Molding, Fireplace, Fireplace 2+, Kitchen Island, Newly Painted, Owner's Closet, Pantry, Shelving, Split Bedroom, Washer/Dryer Hookup
  • Interior:WasherDryer Hookup: Yes
  • Appliances:Cooktop: Yes
  • Master Bedroom:First: Yes
  • Mstr BdrmMstr Bath:MBath Separate Shwr: Yes
  • Interior:Breakfast Bar: Yes
  • Interior:Floor Hardwood: Yes
  • Interior:Floor Tile: Yes
  • Appliances:Refrigerator WIceMk: Yes
  • Interior:Ceiling Cathedral: Yes
  • Interior:Split Bedroom: Yes
  • Interior:Ceiling Crwn Molding: Yes
  • Appliances:StoveOven Gas: Yes
  • Interior:Kitchen Island: Yes
  • Interior:Newly Painted: Yes
  • Mstr BdrmMstr Bath:MBath Dressing Area: Yes
  • Interior:Fireplace Gas: Yes
  • Interior:Shelving: Yes
  • Interior:Built-In Bookcases: Yes
  • Interior:Fireplace: Yes
  • Interior:Fireplace 2: Yes
  • Interior:Atrium: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Fencing: Fenced Lot-All
  • Lot Features: Cleared, Corner, Level, Within 1/2 Mile to Water
  • Pool Features: Pool - In-Ground, Pool Type
  • Construction Type: Siding Wood, Trim Wood
  • Exterior Features: Balcony, Hot Tub, Pavillion/Gazebo, Pool - Gunite Concrt, Shower, Summer Kitchen, Yard Building
  • Other Structures: Workshop
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio Covered, Patio Open, Porch, Porch Open, Porch Screened
  • Property Condition: Renovated, Construction Complete
  • Lot Features:Level: Yes
  • Lot Features:Within 12 Mile to Water: Yes
  • Construction Status:Construction Complete: Yes
  • Exterior:Porch: Yes
  • ConstructionSiding:Roof Metal: Yes
  • Exterior:Balcony: Yes
  • Lot Features:Cleared: Yes
  • Exterior:Patio Open: Yes
  • Exterior:Patio Covered: Yes
  • Exterior:Porch Open: Yes
  • Exterior:Shower: Yes
  • Exterior:Hot Tub: Yes
  • Exterior:Pool - In-Ground: Yes
  • Exterior:Porch Screened: Yes
  • ConstructionSiding:Trim Wood: Yes
  • Lot Features:Corner: Yes
  • Exterior:Workshop: Yes
  • Exterior:PavillionGazebo: Yes
  • ConstructionSiding:Siding Wood: Yes
  • Exterior:Fenced Lot-All: Yes
  • Exterior:Pool - Gunite Concrt: Yes
  • Exterior:Summer Kitchen: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 2.0
  • Parking Features: Carport, Carport Attached, Covered
  • General Property Info:Garage2: No
  • Parking Features:Carport Attached: Yes
  • Parking Features:Carport3: Yes
  • Parking Features:Covered: Yes

Utilities

  • Cooling: Ceiling Fans, Central Air
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Central
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Sewer: Community Sewer
  • Utilities: Community Water, Electric, Gas - Natural, Phone, TV Cable
  • Utility: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Pool, Separate Storage, TV Cable

Schools

  • Elementary School: See Remarks
  • High School: See Remarks
  • Middle Or Junior School: See Remarks

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 101930.4
  • Parcel #: 23 32 05 22 3 001 017.000
  • Zoning: City, Resid Single Family

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 1665.0
  • Tax Year: 2024

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 9, 2025
Closed on
Aug 28, 2025
Sold by
Smith Donald H
Bought by
Cmk Revocable Trust and Cgk Revocable Trust
Seller's Agent
Christa Merrifield
Merrifield & Pilcher Realty
Buyer's Agent
Christa Merrifield
Merrifield & Pilcher Realty
List Price
$1,200,000
Sold Price
$920,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$280,000
-23.33%
Views
181
Current Estimated Value
$940,687

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$20,687
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.76%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 18, 2023
Closed on
Feb 8, 2024
Sold by
Carlson John D and Carlson Jeanne-Marie
Bought by
Smith Donald H
Seller's Agent
Mary Frances Proctor
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Mary Frances Proctor
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$1,295,000
Sold Price
$700,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$595,000
-45.95%
Views
670

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
19.28%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 29, 2021
Sold by
Menge Iii Marion F
Bought by
Musso Mona D

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 24, 2019
Sold by
Selrahe Limited Partnership
Bought by
Menge Marion F
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $920,000 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $700,000 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $500 Murphy & Murphy Attorneys Pc
Warranty Deed $650,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $9,500 None Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
08/28/2025 08/28/25 Sold $920,000 -8.0% $163 / Sq Ft
05/27/2025 05/27/25 Price Changed $999,999 -9.1% $177 / Sq Ft
04/09/2025 04/09/25 Price Changed $1,100,000 -8.3% $195 / Sq Ft
04/09/2025 04/09/25 For Sale $1,200,000 0.0% $213 / Sq Ft
03/11/2025 03/11/25 Pending -- -- --
10/01/2024 10/01/24 For Sale $1,200,000 +71.4% $213 / Sq Ft
02/08/2024 02/08/24 Sold $700,000 -25.5% $124 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
12/07/2023 12/07/23 Price Changed $940,000 -1.1% $167 / Sq Ft
10/12/2023 10/12/23 Price Changed $950,000 -26.6% $168 / Sq Ft
09/18/2023 09/18/23 For Sale $1,295,000 -- $230 / Sq Ft
Source: Emerald Coast Association of REALTORS®

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

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
2024 $5,193 $51,160 $2,080 $49,080
2023 $1,846 $44,978 $2,070 $42,908
2022 $1,533 $41,358 $1,860 $39,498
2021 $1,040 $29,334 $1,770 $27,564
2020 $1,067 $30,120 $1,780 $28,340
2019 $1,010 $28,580 $1,780 $26,800
2018 $969 $27,460 $1,920 $25,540
2017 $830 $0 $0 $0
2016 $789 $0 $0 $0
2015 $1,715 $0 $0 $0
2014 $686 $0 $0 $0
2013 $632 $42,770 $3,542 $39,228
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Emerald Coast Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 960189

Emerald Coast Association of REALTORS®

APN: 32-05-22-3-001-017.000