Mountain Properties specializes in homes and land in the beautiful mountains and valleys of DeKalb County in N. Alabama in towns such as Mentone, Fort Payne, Valley Head, Lookout Mountain, Rainsville, Henagar, Sylvania and Fyffe.

We can assist you in finding a perfect home for your retirement, a second home, a vacation home, a rental cabin, a permanent residence or an investment property.  Whether a wooded lot, the river, or a beautiful lake or brow view appeals to you, we can fulfill your dreams.

Many people come to Mentone for investment cabins. We have very solid rentals since there is no hotel in the area. A cabin can rent from $100 to $200 per day depending on the amenities. North Alabama is a perfect location since it is so close to so many major cities such as Chattanooga, Birmingham, Atlanta, Nashville, and Huntsville with easy accessibility to major Interstates. You can enjoy your vacation home more often with such a close drive which also makes it much easier to maintain.

The Birmingham News referred to Mentone as Alabama’s Hot Spot for investments earlier this year. Dekalb County real estate has been growing in residential, commercial, warehouse and retail with new restaurant chains and industry such as Disney’s Children’s Place coming to the area.

Families who are relocating will find that our North Alabama schools have excellent ratings. Moon Lake School in Mentone is an excellent elementary school with classes under 20 students. Ft. Payne and Valley Head High Schools are also outstanding schools. We will be happy to provide you with a relocation kit.

With the increasing volatility of the stock market, people are becoming more interested in investment properties and investment homes. We have some excellent opportunities for investments in cabins, Bed & Breakfast, land, both acreage and lots, scenic properties, such as lake, river or properties on the brow with an unsurpassed view.

Second homes in the area provide great tax benefits. Our office can also help you facilitate a 1031 tax exchange with rental properties, etc.  Alabama has very low property tax in general, plus a home exemption for seniors with an income limit. We  personally know several seniors in this area who pay as little as $100 a year property tax.

Mentone is known as the secret side of the mountain. If you are looking for a brow property with a view of the sunset, a peaceful river lot or perhaps secluded woodland home, or you just want to get away from all the hustle and bustle, come to Dekalb County. You will find all homes listed for sale in Dekalb County when you click on the All Property Search in the left-hand column. Ronda can show you any home you desire to see whether it is listed with her company or not.

If you are looking for a knowledgeable Realtor, Ronda Bruckno is the answer to your search. She is a broker who has been in the business since 1976 and is very hard working. She will commit to performing above your expectations as you search for the perfect mountain property. She has access to listings that include every type of home you may want from ranch homes, retirement homes, two story homes and cabins. You can choose from small cottages or huge estate homes, whatever you choose she will be totally committed to assisting you with a smooth transaction. 

Mountain Properties is located in the Hitching Post of Mentone, the first corner on the right as you enter our city, next to the Crow's Nest Antique Shop. Email us if you have any questions.