716 Ridge Avenue Own a piece of Ashland history! Known locally as the Lowry House and dating to circa 1850, this remarkable residence predates the Town itself and has been identified in local historical accounts as the oldest surviving home in town. Now extensively renovated, the home offers a rare opportunity to enjoy the character and craftsmanship of a historic residence with many of the updates expected for modern living. Situated on approximately 1.10 acres in town, the home features approximately 1, 650 square feet, with 3 bedrooms and 1.5 baths. Its historic character remains evident in the impressive 12-foot ceilings, tall windows, substantial trim and portions of the original woodwork. Original flooring in the historic portion of the home remains preserved beneath the new finished flooring. The renovation went well beyond cosmetic improvements. Updates include two new central HVAC systems, new windows, new flooring, updated electrical, all-new plumbing and a natural-gas tankless water heater. The completely updated kitchen features new cabinetry and countertops, range with microwave vent hood and dishwasher. A former attached storage area has also been incorporated into the home to provide additional flexible living space. Outside, the unusually large 1.10-acre in-town lot provides room rarely found with a home so close to the center of the community, along with an additional outbuilding for storage. Located in Ashland, the county seat of Benton County, the property combines the character and pace of small-town living with convenient access to the surrounding region. Ashland is home to county government, local schools and community services but is only 45 minutes from Collierville or Corinth and an hour to Oxford, Tupelo or Memphis, larger shopping, dining, employment and entertainment destinations remain within comfortable driving distance. Quiet, peaceful small-town living with easy access to city conveniences. For the buyer who appreciates history but doesn't want to take on a restoration project, The Lowry House offers something genuinely unusual: an approximately 175-year-old Ashland landmark thoughtfully renovated for its next chapter.