Your Own Town Creek Retreat – Frank Lloyd Wright-Inspired Home on Nearly 3 Acres in Auburn, AL – MLS 175402
(4 Bed • 3 Bath • Primary Suite on Main • ≈3 Private Acres • < 1 Mile to Auburn University)
Almost three private acres less than a mile to Auburn University—tailgates, Toomer’s lemonade, and downtown dining are literally around the corner. If you crave that Frank Lloyd Wright vibe—sprawling outdoor living over a babbling creek—1030 S Gay Street delivers in jaw-dropping style. $825k.
Why You’ll Fall in Love
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Walls of Glass & Nature Views – Floor-to-ceiling windows frame towering cypress, lush woods, and a stocked pond.
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Outdoor Living for Days – Three terraced patios, two footbridges, and an in-ground pool with brand-new liner & Polaris (Feb 2025).
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Architectural Provenance – Designed in 1958 by Auburn’s Dean of Architecture; a true piece of local history (“Old Charlie Hires House”).
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Move-In Peace-of-Mind – Fully remodeled primary suite on main, updated kitchen with high-end appliances, newer HVAC (~2016-17), water heater, and furnace.
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Gardener’s Paradise – Blueberries, camellias, magnolia, mature landscaping, circular drive, plus possible tallest cypress in Auburn.
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Walkable yet Secluded – Stroll to Town Creek Park, Wrights Mill Road Elementary, and the Inclusive Playground—then retreat to total privacy in a protected wetland zone.
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Room to Create – Built-ins, jalousie windows, garage workshop, and laundry w/ sink & shelving keep life organized.
Check out the stunning video for 1030 S. Gay Street—a rare almost 3-acre property near downtown Auburn, AL! This one-of-a-kind home blends privacy, architecture, and location like no other.
Ready to experience the Loveliest Village on the Plains from your own Town Creek sanctuary? Schedule your private tour today—this once-in-a-lifetime mid-century jewel won’t wait! Call/Text Laura Sellers, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices at 334-332-7263 or message via AuburnOpelikaALRealEstate.com to secure your slice of Auburn history. ✨
Professional photos coming soon.
I loved this property so much, I had to stop by and walk it myself. Even without spring blooms, the peaceful ponds and bamboo garden still give it that calming, tucked-away feel that’s hard to find this close to downtown Auburn.
Whether you’re dreaming of a serene personal retreat, a renovation project with space to expand, or a rare in-town lot with unique natural beauty, this property has the potential to become something truly special.
Sometimes, the best way to understand a home’s value is to hear from someone who lived there. Dan Bennett, who owned the property in the late 1980s, shared this memory on Facebook
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