174 County Road 31, Ashland, AL, 36251
About This Home
Step back in time and experience the charm and elegance of the locally known “Magnolia House,” a historic Sears and Roebuck home filled with timeless character and unforgettable details. This one-of-a-kind property beautifully blends historic craftsmanship with thoughtful modern updates. Conveniently located near town, the home showcases rich woodwork, original fireplaces and mantels, a spacious kitchen, a stunning piano room and library, and a large study that could also serve as a 5th BR. Recent improvements include a new roof, new windows on upper two levels, replaced doors, extensive plumbing upgrades, new pool equipment. Upstairs offers 4 spacious BRs, including a primary suite with private balcony. The sunroom overlooks the saltwater pool and outdoor entertaining areas, while the finished basement includes a living room, kitchen, bath, laundry area, and cellar. A separate pool house complete with full kitchen, bath, and laundry room creates the perfect setup for entertaining.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1913
Materials
- Foundation: Basement
- Construction materials: Brick
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dishwasher,Microwave,Refrigerator,Stove-Electric,Stove-Gas,Electric Water Heater
- Laundry features: Electric Dryer Hookup,Washer Hookup,In Basement,Laundry Room,Yes
Basement
- Area: 1827
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Full,Finished,Daylight,Concrete
Bathroom1
- Level: Second
Bedroom1
- Level: Second
Bedroom2
- Level: Second
Bedroom3
- Level: Second
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Dining Room
- Level: First
Features
- High Ceilings,Crown Molding,Tub/Shower Combo
- Door features: French Doors
- Flooring: Brick,Hardwood,Tile
- Number of fireplaces: 6
- Fireplace features: Gas Log,Den,Great Room,Kitchen,Living Room,Gas,Wood Burning
- Fireplace: Yes
- Attic: Walk-In,Yes
- Finished area below ground: 1,827
- Finished area above ground: 4,454
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Electric,Gas Jets,Piggyback Sys (HEAT)
- Cooling features: Central Air,Electric,Piggyback Sys (COOL)
Interior Area
- Total interior livable area: 6,281 sqft
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen Island
- Level: First
Living Room
- Level: First
Master Bathroom
- Level: Second
Master Bedroom
- Level: Second
Office
- Level: First
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 171104202000009.000
- Special condition: N/A
Features
- Levels: 2+ story
- Private pool: Yes
- Pool features: In Ground,Fenced,Salt Water,Private
- Patio & porch: Open (PATIO),Patio,Porch,Open (DECK),Deck
- Exterior features: Balcony
- Fencing: Fenced
- Has view: Yes
- View description: None
- Waterfront features: No
Lot
- Lot size: 2.02 Acres
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached,Driveway,Lower Level,Garage Faces Rear
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Covered spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Tornado
- Cold Wave
- Heat Wave
- Inland Flooding
- Lightning
- Strong Wind
- Wildfire
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across Alabama Counties
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $1,997 | $23,964 |
| Home Insurance * | $286 | $3,432 |
| Property Taxes | $65 | $780 |
| Electricity | $702 | $8,433 |
| Total | $3,050 | $36,600 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Alabama FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-16 | Price change | $375,000 |
| 2026-06-30 | Listed for sale | $395,000 |
| 2026-06-13 | Contingent | $395,000 |
| 2026-05-18 | Listed for sale | $395,000 |
| 2024-04-26 | Sold | $299,000 |
| 2024-04-22 | Pending sale | $299,000 |
| 2024-03-30 | Contingent | $299,000 |
| 2024-03-30 | Listed for sale | $299,000 |
| 2024-03-30 | Contingent | $299,000 |
| 2024-03-01 | Listed for sale | $299,000 |
| 2024-01-15 | Contingent | $299,000 |
| 2024-01-12 | Price change | $299,000 |
| 2023-12-11 | Price change | $365,000 |
| 2023-09-21 | Listed for sale | $395,000 |
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