21+ acre micro estate boasts a 2+ acre spring-fed stocked pond w/ pier, covered gazebo, & mini island! 2 car garage on main + 2nd garage/huge heated/cooled workshop in basement. 3500+sf commercial grade shop + separate 1200+sf shop. (SEE SUPPLEMENTAL DOCS FOR FULL SHOP AMENITIES. ) RV hookup. Asphalt drive. Ample concrete parking. House/shop/immediate area fenced/gated. Custom home w/ split floorplan & gorgeous rustic features, including vaulted wood plank ceilings & floor-to-ceiling river rock fireplace (woodburning w/ gas starter). Gourmet kitchen w/ large center island + extended breakfast bar, stunning granite, & SS appliances. Beautiful sunroom w/ hardwood ceiling/walls. Spacious master w/ tray ceiling & en suite bath w/ twin stone basin sinks, jetted tub, & step-in shower. Beds 2-3 also feature tray ceilings & share a hall bath. Utility sink & storage in laundry. All appliances stay! Epic front porch for relaxing & soaking up nature! LISTING AGENT MUST BE PRESENT FOR ALL SHOWINGS.
Single-familyProperty Type
1998Year Built
21.28 acresLot Size
$339Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by RYAN EDWARDS ANNIE WILLIAMS TEAM• BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOMESERVICES
Exceptional country home, grounds and pond, with 21 acres of land, yet within Opelika City limits. 21 ac of beautiful woodlands and pasture, with abundant deer and turkey. Home overlooks 2 ac pond with connecting piers and small covered bridge. 2000 sq ft unfinished basement. Some floors are floating formica. Only 90 minutes to Atlanta airport. Exceptional property!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,746
2024
$2,746 (−0.6%)
2023
$2,763 (+10.8%)
2022
$2,493 (−9.1%)
2021
$2,743 (−32.7%)
2020
$4,078 (+144.8%)
2019
$1,666 (+3.0%)
2018
$1,617 (−3.0%)
2017
$1,668 (+2.9%)
2016
$1,621 (+3.8%)
2015
$1,561 (−6.9%)
2013
$1,677
Tax history for 516 Cusseta Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,746
2024
$2,746 (−0.6%)
2023
$2,763 (+10.8%)
2022
$2,493 (−9.1%)
2021
$2,743 (−32.7%)
2020
$4,078 (+144.8%)
2019
$1,666 (+3.0%)
2018
$1,617 (−3.0%)
2017
$1,668 (+2.9%)
2016
$1,621 (+3.8%)
2015
$1,561 (−6.9%)
2013
$1,677
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
2.5
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
21.28 Acres
Year renovated
1998
Sq. Ft.
2,533
Year built
1998
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Lee County
APN
0304200000009000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 8, 2026.
R1
Rural District
This district is intended to protect those areas of Opelika, which are agricultural in character and use, and to provide areas for the development of extremely lowdensity residential uses. Development in these acres will be limited to acreage tracts and customary agricultural uses and it will be an area where mobile home living and recreational vehicle parks will be conditionally permitted. As increased services become available it is intended that this area will transition to higher intensity uses.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Equestrian facility
Housing-Single unit
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Has Attached Garage
Parking Features: Attached, Detached, Other, See Remarks
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
# of Half Bathrooms: 1
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 2
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Electric
Has Heating
Heating: Heat Pump
Interior Features
Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Pantry
Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Other, See Remarks
Fencing: Fenced, Back Yard, Chain Link, Full
Pool Information
Pool Features: None
Building Information
Above Grade Finished Area: 2,860
Below Grade Finished Area: 2,612
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
Property Features
Has View
Security Features: Security System
Accessibility Features: Therapeutic Whirlpool
Other Structures: Workshop
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Residential
Lot Information
Lot Features: Other, See Remarks, Wooded
Lot Size : 21.28
Lot Size Area: 21.28
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 21.28
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $1,617.33
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: Propane, Other, See Remarks, Water Available
Sewer: Septic Tank
Location
HOA Information
Association Amenities: None
Schools Information
Elementary School: MORRIS AVENUE INTERMEDIATE
Middle Or Junior School: MORRIS AVENUE INTERMEDIATE
Location Information
Directions: From I-85, take exit 62 for US 431 toward Opelika. Take 431N/Fox Run Pkwy to Cusseta Rd. Driveway will be on your left shortly after you pass Storybook Farms.
Subdivision Name: NONE
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,533
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 21.28 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1998
Year Renovated: 1998
County: Lee County
APN: 0304200000009000
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 8, 2026
Other
Listing Information
List AOR: LeeCountyAssociationOfRealtors
Around this home
Schools
Morris Avenue Intermediate School
Public 3-5 • Assigned • 2.2mi
5/10
Fox Run School
Public 6 • Assigned • 3.6mi
9/10
Opelika High School
Public PreK-12 • Assigned • 2.9mi
5/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.62% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 104° expected this year, 19 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
64% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
1/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 0 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$922,000 – $1.12M
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