45± Acre HWY 11 Commercial Development Potential With Big Wills Creek Frontage In Fort Payne Alabama
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Summary
Property
- Type
- Farms, Ranches, Undeveloped Land, Commercial Land
- Road Frontage
- State Highway
- Road Surface
- Pavement
Land Details
- Pasture
- Hay
Approximate Distances
| 4 mi | to Fort Payne |
| 11 mi | to Rainsville |
| 30 mi | to Scottsboro |
| 40 mi | to Gadsden |
| 50 mi | to Chattanooga, TN |
Features/Improvements
- Creek/Spring
- Gated Entrance
Description
Located in Fort Payne in DeKalb County, Alabama, this 45± acre tract offers a rare combination of visibility, accessibility, scenic water frontage, and open usable ground in one of northeast Alabama’s most strategic growth corridors. Fort Payne highlights its pro-business approach and transportation access, and this property is positioned to benefit from that strong location just off Interstate 59 Exit 222. The tract is approximately 0.7 miles from the interstate interchange and less than 1 mile from Isbell Field Airport, providing convenient access for business, mixed-use, agricultural investment, or a future commercial venture.
With approximately 2,000 feet of frontage along Highway 11, this property offers the kind of road exposure increasingly hard to find in a growing market. The site offers a high-traffic, high-visibility location that could appeal to buyers seeking land with long-term development upside. Whether the vision is a business location, service facility, investment hold, or another carefully planned project, the physical characteristics of this tract create a strong foundation for many possible future uses. Any buyer should confirm zoning, utility capacity, access design, and intended use through the proper local authorities, but from a location and layout standpoint, the opportunity is clear.
The land itself is a major asset. Much of the property is in open pasture, providing a clean and functional layout that can simplify planning and improve usability. The terrain is described as primarily flat, which is an important feature for both agricultural use and potential site design. Productive soils, open ground, and strong road frontage give this tract a practical quality that is difficult to overstate. Instead of spending time and money trying to make land work, a buyer may be starting with a property that is already attractive, open, and highly visible from a major corridor.
Just as important as the frontage is the setting. Big Wills Creek runs along the southeastern boundary for roughly 2,600 feet, adding beauty, character, and a natural feature that sets this tract apart from many commercial-minded properties. The clear water, scenic flow, and creekside tree line create a striking visual backdrop. Large trees along the creek and scattered shade trees around the perimeter help frame the property and soften the landscape, creating a setting that feels both open and established. That blend of visibility and natural appeal is unusual. It can support a first impression for future users while still preserving the scenic identity that makes Fort Payne and the surrounding area so attractive.
This tract can also appeal to buyers who value flexibility. The setting could support a range of future concepts, subject to approvals and due diligence, while still offering immediate curb appeal as a scenic farm or land investment. The combination of open ground, long frontage, and creek boundary gives the property visual impact from both a practical and lifestyle standpoint. In a market where location drives value, being this close to I-59, Isbell Field Airport, and the Fort Payne business community only strengthens the case.
Details
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45± AC in Fort Payne Alabama
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Approximately 2000' of frontage on HWY 11
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Approximately 2600' frontage on Big Wills Creek
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Approximately 0.7 tenths of a mile to Exit 222 on I-59
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Less than 1 mile to Isbell Field, local airport
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Primarily open pasture
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Utilities available along HWY 11
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Strong visibility for commercial potential or investment opportunities
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Coordinates
34.4901, -85.70985
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