Historic Hardwood
For Sale
$299,000
Smith Gap Road, Fort Payne, AL 35968
Land, Fort Payne, AL
Property SizeContact for details
Lot Size51.00 Acres
Days on Market414
Property Features for Smith Gap Road
General Information
Property type
Land
Property subtype
Other
High school district
000000
Directions
From Fort Payne, follow U.S Highway 11 West for 5.8 miles; bear left on Alabama Highway 85 for 0.5 miles; driveway is on the left.
Standard status
Active
APN
1405160000007.003, 1405160000009.001
Lot size
51.00 Acres
Listing Agency:
National Land Realty, Mentone, AL
(855) 384-5263
Listed By:
Ben Shurett
(855) 384-5263
Added: Jul 14, 2025
Changed: Aug 20
Last Checked: Aug 31 at 11:06AM
MLS# 11544739
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Investment Insights
Based on property information with market context.
This 51-acre tract combines mature hardwood timber, rolling terrain, and established internal access. The woods have remained unlogged for more than a century, while whitetail deer and wild turkey are present on the property. A recently built interior roadbed extends through the tract, and paved frontage is already established. The land also includes a cleared ridgetop homesite with views toward Lookout Mountain, plus a wet-weather spring that could support a future pond.
The property lies at Highway 11 and Alabama State Route 85, with Interstate 59 approximately one minute away. Downtown Fort Payne is about 8 minutes from the tract, Mentone is under 30 minutes away, and Chattanooga and Gadsden are both within an hour. Huntsville and Birmingham are each less than two hours away. The combination of timber, recreational features, road access, and proximity to area destinations supports a range of rural land uses.
The property lies at Highway 11 and Alabama State Route 85, with Interstate 59 approximately one minute away. Downtown Fort Payne is about 8 minutes from the tract, Mentone is under 30 minutes away, and Chattanooga and Gadsden are both within an hour. Huntsville and Birmingham are each less than two hours away. The combination of timber, recreational features, road access, and proximity to area destinations supports a range of rural land uses.
Key Highlights
- 51+/- acres of rolling land in Fort Payne, DeKalb County
- Mature hardwood timber unlogged for more than 100 years
- Paved frontage with a newly constructed interior roadbed
Property Analytics
Property Profile
Current Use
Lease Details
Yes
Highway access
Yes
Paved road access
Location Intelligence
Trade Area within ½ mile
6
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Demographics for 35968, AL
5,115
Population
1,968
Households
2.6
Avg Household Size
42
Median Age
12%
College-Educated
82%
High-School Grad
63.6 sq mi
ZIP Area
80
Density / Sq Mi
$44,902
Median Household Income
$32,292
Median Earnings
$679
Median Rent
$116,800
Median Home Value
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Frequently Asked Questions
What type of property is this?
Land - Rolling recreational acreage with paved access, mature timber, wildlife habitat, and a cleared homesite overlooking Lookout Mountain.
Where is this land located?
The property is located at Smith Gap Road Fort Payne, AL.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $299,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 51+/- acres of rolling land in Fort Payne, DeKalb County; Mature hardwood timber unlogged for more than 100 years; Paved frontage with a newly constructed interior roadbed
