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Clarksdale,MS 38614
Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Single Family Residence
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 3,596 sqft
Price per Sqft $69
Subdivision Metes And Bounds
MLS Listing ID 4114116
Style Other
Bedrooms 5
Full Baths 2
Year Built 1917
Annual Tax Amount $2,448
Lot Size 5.800 Acres
Property Sub-Type Single Family Residence
Property Description
The Claremont House - A Historic Delta Treasure- 5010 Old Highway 49, Clarksdale, MS
Set behind rows of majestic oak trees and located behind a long, private drive off Old 49, The Claremont House is a hidden gem of the Mississippi Delta. This stately country home, built in 1917, sits on 5.8 peaceful acres offering a rare blend of timeless charm and rich local history with Delta farmland as the backdrop!
Located just 4 miles south of Clarksdale in the historic community of Claremont (formerly known as Rose), this home once stood along the route of the Yazoo and Mississippi Valley Railroad and served a community with its own post office from 1905 to 1932. Today, it remains a graceful symbol of Delta heritage and rural beauty.
The Claremont House features:
-5 Bedrooms | 2 Bathrooms
-Approximately 3,596 square feet of living space
-Built in the American Foursquare architectural style with Craftsman influences popular from the late 1800s through the 1930s
-Original hardwood flooring throughout
-9-10 ft ceilings
-Charming crown molding
-Multiple original light fixtures
-Formal living room with enduring character
-Library/den with a coal-burning fireplace
-Formal dining room with vintage appeal
-Butler's Pantry located between kitchen and dining room
-Beautiful winding staircase that is central to the home
-Sun porch upstairs that also served as a ''sleeping porch'' for the previous owners
-Screened porch downstairs overlooking the grounds and perfect for relaxed Southern mornings and evenings
-Spacious unfinished basement
-Carport for convenient covered parking
Outdoor Features and Extras:
-Columned front porch with a view of of some of the 5+ acres that surround the property
-Towering magnolia trees and open farmland create a picturesque Delta setting
-Located on Hopson Bayou, offering serene views and a natural backdrop
-Unrenovated bonus space with electricity and a fireplace—great potential as a ''shack-style'' Airbnb, studio, or guest retreat with lots of character
-Detached gazebo-style ''summer house'' overlooking the bayou, complete with a storm cellar
-Long gravel driveway enhances the sense of seclusion and classic estate appeal
-Private and peaceful, yet only minutes from the live music and cultural scene at Hopson (only 2.5 miles away)
A Rare Opportunity:
The Claremont House offers more than just a home-it's a piece of Mississippi Delta history. Whether you are seeking a serene rural retreat, a restoration project with income potential, or a grand historic permanent residence, this unique property is a timeless treasure ready to be reimagined and enjoyed!
Location
State MS
County Coahoma
Community Near Entertainment
Rooms
Other Rooms Gazebo,Shed(s),Storm Shelter
Interior
Heating Central
Cooling Central Air,Electric
Flooring Hardwood,Tile
Fireplaces Type Library,Primary Bedroom,See Remarks
Laundry Laundry Room
Exterior
Exterior Feature Private Entrance,Private Yard
Parking Features Carport,Driveway,Private,Concrete,Gravel
Community Features Near Entertainment
Utilities Available Electricity Connected,Natural Gas Connected,Sewer Connected,Water Connected
Waterfront Description Bayou,View
Roof Type Shingle
Building
Lot Description Front Yard,Many Trees,Open Lot,Views
Foundation Conventional
Sewer Septic Tank
Water Public
Structure Type Private Entrance,Private Yard
New Construction No