Welcome to your private country retreat on 20+ fully fenced acres in the desirable Crawford area of Opelika. This beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers approximately 2,170 square feet of comfortable living space, combining modern updates with the freedom and functionality of rural living. Designed with livestock and horse enthusiasts in mind, the property features multiple fenced paddocks, providing excellent pasture management and flexibility for a variety of agricultural or recreational uses. Existing improvements include a barn with lean-tos that offer tremendous potential and could easily be converted into horse stalls, livestock shelters, additional storage, or a custom equestrian setup. An additional shelter structure provides even more versatility for animals, equipment, or farm operations. Inside, you'll find an updated home with spacious living areas, comfortable bedrooms, and a welcoming layout perfect for everyday living or entertaining. Outside, enjoy the peace and privacy of expansive acreage while still being conveniently located near Opelika's shopping, dining, and amenities. Whether you're looking for a horse property, hobby farm, homestead, or simply room to spread out and enjoy country living, this exceptional property offers endless possibilities. Property Highlights: * 20+ fully fenced acres * 2,170± sq ft updated home * 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms * Multiple fenced paddocks * Barn with lean-tos and conversion potential for horse stalls or livestock housing * Additional shelter structure * Ideal for horses, livestock, hobby farming, or recreational use * Private rural setting in the Crawford area of Opelika * Convenient access to Opelika and Auburn amenities A rare opportunity to own a turnkey acreage property with the infrastructure and flexibility to bring your country living dreams to life
Est. $2,182 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 62 Mccarthy Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
EABOR #E104103
Jul 31, 2026
Sold
$475,000
$219/sq ft
Jul 1, 2026
Pending
—
Jun 25, 2026
Listed
$475,000
$219/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 6, 2023
Sold
$400,000
$184/sq ft
CBOR #162248
Nov 17, 2017
Sold
$230,000
$106/sq ft
Oct 9, 2017
Listed
$239,900
$111/sq ft
Enjoy the rocking chair front porch or head out back to the covered patio. .. this is county living at it's best/ Secluded by a stand of pines this home features an open floor plan with the kitchen and dining area open to the great room with wood burning fireplace and a panoramic view of trees, pasture and pure privacy! Amenities in the home include plantation shutters, ceramic tile floors and granite counter tops. If you are tired of city living you must see this property!
EABOR #E66931
Nov 17, 2017
Sold
$230,000
$106/sq ft
Sep 7, 2017
Listed
$239,900
$111/sq ft
Enjoy the rocking chair front porch or head out back to the covered patio . .. this is country living at it's best. Secluded by a stand of pines this home features an open floor plan with the kitchen and dining area open to the great room with wood burning fireplace and a panoramic view of trees, pastures and pure privacy! Amenities in the home include plantation shutters, ceramic tile floors and granite counter tops. If you are tired of city living you must see this property! This home is actually located in the Crawford area and Horses are welcome! . .. 20 acres of which 7+/- acres are cleared and pastured and the remainder is hunting land with pines, hardwoods, trails, deer, wild turkey, deer stands and a creek flowing through the bottom. Property has multiple fenced pastures and two barns needing horses. .. .Convenient to Phenix City and Auburn/Opelika Area.
Public Records
Nov 1, 2000
Sold
$202,230
$93/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,172 (+4.8%)
2024
$1,118 (+62.6%)
2023
$688 (+14.1%)
2022
$603 (+11.5%)
2021
$541 (+3.2%)
2020
$524 (−2.1%)
$2,320 + $13,600
$15,920
2019
$535 (−1.4%)
$1,800 + $13,040
$14,840
2018
$543 (+5.0%)
$1,800 + $13,040
$14,840
2017
$517 (+13.1%)
$1,860 + $12,500
$14,360
2015
$457 (−2.6%)
$1,860 + $12,500
$14,360
2013
$469
$1,820 + $12,620
$14,440
Public record
Beds
—
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
20 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,749
Year built
2002
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Russell County
APN
03093200000090020
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 27, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Parking Features: Parking Pad
Interior
Bedroom Information
Main Level Bedrooms: 3
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 2
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
Has Heating
Heating: Fireplace Insert, Forced Air
Interior Features
Interior Features: Entrance Foyer
Window Features: Double Pane Windows
Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Disposal
Flooring: Ceramic Tile
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Insert, Family Room
Room Information
Laundry Features: Laundry Room
Basement Details: None
Exterior
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Other
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Fencing: None
Roof: Composition
Pool Information
Pool Features: None
Spa Features: None
Building Information
Sq. Ft.: 2170
Levels: One
Construction Materials: Cement Siding
Property Features
Has View
Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
Horse Amenities: None
Other Equipment: None
Other Structures: Outbuilding
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: SingleFamilyResidence
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Lot Information
Lot Features: Farm, Front Yard, Pasture, Wooded
Road Surface Type: Other
Road Frontage Type: County Road
Lot Size : 20
Lot Size Dimensions:
Lot Size Area: 20
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 20
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $1,172
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Private, Well
Utilities: Electricity Available, Water Available
Sewer: Septic Tank
Location
Location Information
Directions: From Phenix City travel west on HWY 80, left on Hugley (County Rd 33), left on Stillwell and right on MCCarthy Rd. Home is on the right.
Subdivision Name: None
Community Information
Community Features: None
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,749
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 20 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2002
Year Renovated: —
County: Russell County
APN: 03093200000090020
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 27, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Dixie Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 2.5mi
4/10
Russell County Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 7.9mi
5/10
Russell County High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 8.0mi
3/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
4/10 Fire Factor
2% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
6/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 107° expected this year, 18 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
73% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Opelika, AL • 36804
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Sun exposure
99/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Estimated sale price
$433,000 – $523,000
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