1008 3RD Avenue

Description

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 faade 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/shimmering wavy glass fill the home with light. Transoms, nearly one-foot baseboards, and hand-carved trim blocksincluding symbolic starburst motifsenhance the home's rich period detailing. Four preserved coal-burning fireplaces reflect its authentic 19th-century charm. The thoughtfully remodeled kitchen (2012) blends historic appeal w/modern function: custom cabinetry, Silstone quartz countertops, soft-close drawers, schoolhouse lighting & young appliances (incl dbl oven, fridge, w/d). Both bathrooms have been updated with carethe owner's bath showcasing a striking 1927 clawfoot tub, lantern tile, marble-top vanity and the delicately revealed original chimneya striking architectural accent! With generous closets, built-in storage, a water-tight 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. The property as a whole unfolds like a secret garden, with nearly half an acre of lush, level grounds. The fenced backyard offers a serene natural canopy that feels worlds awayso tranquil, you may forget you're in the heart of the city. All exterior trimwork re-painted in 2024! Architectural roof 2013! Young (<2 yrs old) appliances! Plumbing supply & drain lines (incl gas) updated w/in the last 10 yrs! Electrical panel is breakers! $8,500 included for exterior re-paint & hardwood floor refinish by Tim Larsen. Must see!