53 School Street

Valley Head, AL
$ 179,900 Beds 6 Baths 2 Virtual Tour
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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. With a new HVAC, windows, septic system, and water heater, major improvements are already done. Spacious rooms and tall ceilings, near Valley Head School, I-59, and Mentone make this a unique opportunity.

ACTIVE

  • Price
  • $ 179,900
  • City
  • Valley Head
  • Bedrooms
  • 6
  • Full Bathrooms
  • 2
  • County
  • DEKALB
  • Half Bathrooms
  • 0
  • Area
  • Lot Size
  • 1 Acres
  • Zip
  • 35989
  • Year Built
  • 1920
  • Style
  • Craftsman
  • MLS#
  • 21924603
Listed By: Southern Properties Agency Inc
Data Source: Valley MLS

Features

General

Living Area 3900
Sewer Septic Tank
Heating Central 1
Cooling Central 1
Patio/Porch Features Covered Porch,Patio
Architectural Style Craftsman
Construction Materials Wood
Year Built 1920
View Bluff/Brow
Property Subtype Single Family Residence
Parcel Number 1009320002048.000
County DEKALB
New Construction false
Property Type Residential
HOA false
Subdivision Name Metes And Bounds
Total Rooms 12
Full Baths 2
Status ACTIVE
Directions Across From The Valley Head Water Board
High School Valley Head
City Valley Head
Lot Size Units Acres
Lot Size Square Feet 43560
Elementary School Valley Head Elementary
Property Attached Y/N false
Middle/Junior High School Valley Head
Living Area Units Square Feet
Standard Status Active
Freehold IDX

Interior Features

Basement Crawl Space
Fireplace Features Masonry
Air Conditioning Y/N true
Heating Y/N true
Fireplace Y/N true
Total Bedrooms 6
Room Type Foyer,Master Bedroom,Living Room,Bedroom 2,Dining Room,Bedroom 3,Kitchen,Bedroom 4,Breakfast,Bedroom
LivingAreaSource Realtor Measured
Total Baths 2

Exterior Features

Parking Features Driveway-Gravel
Water Source Public
Lot Size Area 1
Lot Size Acres 1

Amenities

  • Foreclosure
  • Views
  • Short Sale
  • New Construction
  • Adult 55+
  • Lease To Own
  • No HOA Fees
  • Furnished
  • Primary On Main
  • Air Conditioning
  • Seller Finance
  • Green
  • Fixer Upper
  • Horse
  • Golf
  • Fireplace
  • Deck
  • Garage
  • Basement
  • Pool

Affordability Calculator

$3,786

Per Month

Based on the average sale price from the Scottsboro, AL office

  • Monthly Principal & interest $2,658
  • Monthly Property Taxes $1,062
  • Monthly Home Insurance $67
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Schools

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

Price History

7/23/2026 Listed $199,900
8/29/2026 10% - $179,900

Property vs Zip Code Average in 35989

Price
AVG $420K
$180K
Year Built
AVG 1986
1920

Areas That We Cover

53 School Street Valley Head, AL is a Single Family Home for sale at $179900 and a lot size of 1 Acres Acre(s). 53 School Street Valley Head has 6 bedrooms, 2 baths and was built in 1920. The property's zip code is 35989 which is in Valley Head, AL

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