84.8 Acres in Valley, AL - $760,000

Judge Brown Road Tract

Location

The Judge Brown Road tract is located in the Piedmont region of mid-east Alabama, known for its rolling hills and valleys. The tract is bordered by rural residences on its east side, timber to its south, and Judge Brown Road makes up the entire north and west border. The Chattahoochee River, West Point Lake, and Lake Harding are all within an easy 20-minute drive.

The city of Valley, Alabama, is mere minutes away, offering dining, groceries, lodging, and a major hospital. The City of Opelika is within a 15-minute drive, with Auburn, Alabama, just a touch further. Auburn and Opelika are sister cities that offer all amenities and a small regional airport. The Judge Brown Road Tract is only 2 miles from I-85, giving a quick start to any travel from the property.

If traffic is accommodating, the Atlanta airport is less than an hour and a half away.

Access

Interior access is provi...

Interior access is provided by a gravel driveway that leads to the cabin and lake. It is suitable for nearly any over-the-road vehicle. The property boasts over 3,700 feet of frontage along Judge Brown Road, a paved and well-maintained county road. At the cabin, both water and power are hooked up.

Site Description

The Judge Brown Road Tract is an ideal private hideaway, thanks to its location, cabin, and small lake, all while remaining close to civilization for easy access to desirable amenities. It lays nicely with elevations running from about 695 feet above sea level just below the lake up to just above 740 at the property's highest points.

The cabin offers approximately 1,100 square feet of enclosed living space, which includes two bedrooms, two bathrooms, a kitchenette, and a living & dining area. It overlooks a nearly two-acre lake, providing breathtaking morning views. This cabin has served as both a hunting retreat and a weekend getaway since it was built in 1985. Attached to the living quarters is a spacious shop comprised of two parts on the ground level, totaling close to 1,400 square feet. This area offers plenty of space for hobbies or storage, while an upstairs loft provides additional room for storage. At the back of the shop, there's a lean-to for outside storage that is protected from the weather.

In front of the cabin, facing the lake, there is a large, covered deck that leads to a wooden walkway, which in turn leads to a deck at the edge of the lake, complete with a fire pit. The lake, just shy of two acres, has been stocked with largemouth bass and bream. A trail encircles the lake, perfect for peaceful walks. With the cabin situated in the middle of nearly 85 acres, the property offers both privacy and seclusion, as well as recreational opportunities such as nature walks, birdwatching, or hunting. Additionally, it is conveniently located near the Chattahoochee River, West Point Lake, and Lake Harding, making it perfect for enjoyable day trips to the water.

Timber

A timber inventory was conducted by F&W Forestry Services, Inc. on the forested portions of the tract in the summer of 2024.

Based on the results of the timber inventory and recent timber sales in the area, we believe the timber's value is $90,600.

The timber is a natural mix of pine and hardwood. It was last harvested close to 30 years ago and is currently mature and marketable should an owner decide to make a timber sale. As is, the timber provides a wall of seclusion for the cabin. However, it could potentially be thinned to improve the aesthetics of the tract. If timber production is a primary objective of an owner, conducting a final harvest of the timber and following with reforestation of a pine plantation would be the most productive option.