Land in Lafayette

This 485-acre tract pairs a valuable timber resource and young pine plantations with outstanding recreation and extensive public road frontage. The Kellem Hill Creek Tract offers a rare combination of established timber value, future growth potential, and excellent recreation in a convenient East Central Alabama setting. The Kellem Hill Creek Tract is located in the Piedmont Region of East Central Alabama, an area known for its rolling hills and valleys. The property is bordered mostly by other timberland, with a few residences near the Highway 50 side. It sits on the outskirts of LaFayette, where fuel, dining, and groceries are just minutes away. The city of Valley and access to I-85 are only 10 miles away, with Valley adding hotel options and a medical facility. Auburn and Opelika, Alabama, are only a 25-minute drive and offer an expanded range of amenities, including Auburn University Regional Airport. The Atlanta airport is just an hour and a half away. The tract sits near the ridgeline that separates the Chattahoochee and Tallapoosa River watersheds, giving it relatively close access to both river chains and their lakes. The Chattahoochee River, West Point Lake and Lake Harding are all within a 25-minute drive, while the Tallapoosa River, Lake Martin and Lake Wedowee are all accessible within 45 minutes. Historically used for timber production and recreation, this tract also offers future flexibility. Its proximity to Highway 50, LaFayette, and the interstate may open opportunities for development or other uses. The terrain is gently rolling, with elevations ranging from approximately 660 feet above sea level along Kellem Hill Creek, for which the property is named, to 820 feet at its highest point. Soils are well-drained and productive, particularly for timber production. Although the tract has been managed for timber, natural features have been preserved throughout, adding to its diversity and beauty. These can be found along the creeks and in the hardwood-dominated stands. Prescribed fire has been used in the pine stands to enhance their appeal, both visually and for wildlife. The property is teeming with life, and many species call it home, including deer, turkey, and beaver. Its solid layout makes it well-suited for buyers seeking a quality recreational experience. The Kellem Hill Creek Tract benefits from ample public road frontage along three public roads. The westernmost edge has an estimated 1,820 feet of frontage on Chambers County Road 83 (also known as Cusseta Road). The southern portion of the tract has an estimated 11,100 feet along graded County Road 89, and approximately 670 feet along Alabama Highway 50. Seven access points exist along these public frontages. Within the property, an extensive network of interior logging roads and trails provides convenient access. The older logging roads are suitable for two-wheel-drive vehicles with good ground clearance, though four-wheel drive may be needed during wet periods. The tract has direct access to power and may have access to public water along its Highway 50 frontage. A timber inventory was conducted in September 2026 on +/-210 merchantable timber acres, consisting of 158 acres of mature pine plantation and 52 acres of natural hardwood. Below are the estimated volumes and percentages for each product class; please note that these volumes are not guaranteed. F&W assesses the current value of the merchantable timber at $315,000. Additionally, the property features 241 acres of pre-merchantable young loblolly pine, which ranges from 6 to 11 years old. While not yet of merchantable size, these plantations offer excellent potential for future timber income when well managed. The acreage broken down by age class is detailed below. Within this market region, a plantation reaches its peak financial maturity at or near age 30, when a final harvest can occur. If continued timber production is an objective, the final harvest should be followed by refores