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A growing suburb along the Eastern Shore of Mobile Bay
Daphne started as a small farming village along Mobile Bay’s eastern shore in the mid-1800s. As Mobile’s shipping and manufacturing industries expanded in the 1940s, Daphne evolved into a commuter town. Today, it’s one of the fastest-growing cities in Alabama, with a population of just over 30,000, and is the largest city in Baldwin County. “Big companies are looking to build facilities in and around Baldwin County,” says Anne Bodet, a Mobile native and managing broker at Exit Realty Landmark. “Ace Hardware just built its regional center here, and Amazon opened a big manufacturing warehouse across the Bay only a few years ago.” Despite all the recent growth, Daphne still offers “a slow, laid-back pace of life,” says Bodet. Another plus is the low cost of living. “As a whole, Baldwin County is relatively more affordable than most places around the country,” she says.
The city of Daphne, Alabama lies along the Northeastern shore of Mobile Bay.
Ace Hardware just built its regional center in Daphne, as well as some new stores.
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Daphne has "a stable" housing market
Daphne’s housing prices are steady; according to Bodet, “We have a stable market right now that’s not really favoring buyers or sellers.” The median home price in Daphne is about $345,000, less than the national median. “Daphne is actually slightly less expensive than Fairhope and Spanish Fort,” Bodet says of the nearby cities, where the median home price is $460,000 and $370,000, respectively.
One of the city’s most expensive areas is Old Towne Daphne, set along the bay, where the median home price is $780,000. Most homes there were built from the 1970s to the ‘90s, but historic homes here date back to the early 1900s. Suburban subdivisions fan out from the city center. One of the largest neighborhoods is Lake Forest, with around 3,000 single-family homes from the ‘70s to the aughts set along cul-de-sacs and surrounding a community golf course.
Lake Forest is a large well-established Daphne neighborhood with a variety of home styles.
Olde Towne Daphne homes are in keeping with the historic feel of the district.
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Recreation centers around Mobile Bay
Much of the recreation in Daphne is focused on and around Mobile Bay. Multiple parks have bayfront beaches, fishing docks and public boat ramps. Village Point Park Preserve’s boardwalk trail links to the pier at Bayfront Park, where the city has invested over $7 million with plans to open a 2,400-seat amphitheater by the end of 2026. Gator Alley Boardwalk passes through north Daphne and connects to the Eastern Shore Trail, a paved pathway leading to Fairhope. The Daphne Sports Complex operates all kinds of community athletic leagues, from youth football to adult softball. There’s an 18-hole golf course at Daphne Central Park and over a dozen pickleball and tennis courts along Main Street at W.O. Lott Park.
Bayfront Park
Gator Alley Boardwalk is a beautiful nature trail close to the center of town.
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A "vibrant arts scene" along the Eastern Shore
Daphne’s annual events bring the community together, but none is quite as big as Mardi Gras. “We are directly across the bay from the birthplace of Mardi Gras, so that’s a pretty big deal here,” Bodet says. “Daphne has its own Mardi Gras parade, and there are block parties up and down Main Street.” The Eastern Shore also has “a really strong, vibrant arts scene,” she says. Bayfront Park holds a free Sunday Sunset Concert Series throughout the summer, and Olde Towne Daphne hosts the Annual Jubilee Festival of Arts in October.
Daphne’s annual events bring the community together, but none is quite as big as Mardi Gras.
Bayfront Park
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Local businesses in Olde Towne Daphne and national retailers at Jubilee Square
Daphne’s shopping and dining options range from big-box stores and fast-food chains to antique shops and watering holes. Olde Towne Daphne is a hub for local shops, restaurants and longstanding bars, mostly along Main Street. More restaurants are sprinkled between fast food chains along Highway 98. To the north are major retailers and grocery stores. Jubilee Square, north of the city center near Interstate 10, is a shopping center with an AMC movie theater.
The Fresh Market is a favorite grocery option for Daphne residents.
The historical Olde Towne Daphne's shopping and dining is very walkable for residents.
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Baldwin County Schools earn an A-minus on Niche
Daphne is served by Baldwin County Public Schools which earns an overall A-minus on Niche and serves approximately 31,000 students. Daphne High was the first school in the district to be recognized as a National Blue Ribbon School. It offers 11 career and technical pathways and an International Baccalaureate program, along with an award-winning Air Force JROTC program. Daphne is also home to private schools like Bayside Academy, which earns an A on Niche.
Daphne is served by Baldwin County Public Schools which earns an overall A-minus on Niche.
Daphne High School offers many career and technical pathways.
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I-10 offers an easy commute to Downtown Mobile
Daphne sits at the crossroads of three major highways: U.S. Highway 98, Interstate 10 and U.S. Highway 90. Via I-10, drivers can reach Mobile in about 10 to 15 miles. The Baldwin Rural Area Transit System partners with Mobile’s Wave Transit System to operate Baylinc, a fixed bus route for commuters. A new international airport is currently under construction at the Brookley Aeroplex in Downtown Mobile. It’s scheduled for completion in March 2026, but for now, Mobile Regional Airport offers direct flights to five major U.S. cities.
Climate and Crime in Daphne
Summers in Daphne are long and humid, while winters are short and mild. As with anywhere on the Gulf Coast, Daphne is prone to hurricanes. However, its position on a high bluff makes it less likely to flood. Crime statistics for Daphne are not readily available.
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On average, homes in Daphne, AL sell after 48 days on the market compared to the national average of 57 days. The median sale price for homes in Daphne, AL over the last 12 months is $285,000, up 4% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Named for the creek that flows through the neighborhood, Timbercreek is a centrally located suburban community in Flower Mound, just north of Dallas and Fort Worth. “It’s at the center of all of DFW. It’s right by DFW International Airport and gives people a great commute. It has great schools, some of the top-notch schools in the entire state. And it has a very community-oriented feel,” says Ryan Collinsworth, a broker associate with Keller Williams Realty. Timbercreek is on the east side of Flower Mound, adjacent to the neighboring city of Lewisville. In addition to the easy commute and highly rated schools, residents of this quiet suburban neighborhood enjoy plenty of natural recreation, with several trails and parks in the community. Local eateries are also plentiful, with several popular restaurants just a short drive from the residential parts of Timbercreek, making it easy for residents to grab a bite after a day of exploring the trails or enjoying the sunshine in the local parks.<br><br>Timbercreek features a variety of housing styles, including ranch-style homes, new traditional brick houses and townhouses. The ranch-style homes often have spacious front yards dotted with mature shade trees. Other parts of the neighborhood still feature many leafy trees but with slightly smaller lots. Spacious built-in garages are standard in the area, often with room for two or three cars. Sidewalks line the quiet streets, giving residents room for a morning run or an evening stroll through the community. Houses in Timbercreek range from $400,000 to $450,000 for a three-bedroom brick house. A four-bedroom home will cost anywhere from $500,000 to $700,000. The newer townhouses in the neighborhood typically cost between $500,000 and $600,000.<br><br>Students in Timbercreek will be part of the Lewisville Independent School District and might attend Timber Creek Elementary School, Lamar Middle School and Marcus High School. Timber Creek and Lamar are each rated an A by Niche, while Marcus High is rated an A+. The school serves over 3,000 students, with a student-teacher ratio of 16-to-1. Students can take electives in several career-focused subjects, like computer science, journalism and accounting. Marcus High has produced several professional athletes, including World Series champion pitcher Ryan Pressly.<br><br>Timbercreek residents live near some of the most popular recreational sites in Flower Mound, giving them plenty of ways to get outside and enjoy the warm Texas weather. “We have a ton of nature trails in Flower Mound and the surrounding area. They all link up to one trail system, so there’s a ton of outdoor activities,” Collinsworth says. Residents can spend time hiking or biking on trails like the Pink Evening Primrose Trail, which follows the neighborhood’s namesake creek and connects to multiple parks in the area. Leonard and Helen Johns Park is located along the trail and has a fishing pond and tennis courts. A bit further south is Rustic Timbers Park, which has more forested areas to explore along the trail and a basketball court perfect for pick-up games. Residents are also just a 6-mile drive from popular lakeside spots like Rockledge Park, which has a boat ramp where visitors can put a kayak in for some time paddling on Grapevine Lake.<br><br>When it comes to dining, locals enjoy Mi Dia From Scratch, a restaurant that blends the flavors of authentic Mexico City food with Tex-Mex dishes. Diners can grab a table on the sunlit patio or slide into a leather booth in the chic interior and browse a menu that includes enchiladas, chimichangas and duck carnitas tacos. Enzo’s NY Pizzeria is another local favorite, offering New York-style pizza, pasta and calzones. For cooking at home, residents have several grocery chains to choose from in the neighborhood, including Tom Thumb, Sprouts Farmers Market and Market Street. Residents can travel to Walmart and Sam’s Club about 3 miles east on Main Street for other errands and household needs. Other stores like Target, Best Buy and Lowe’s are just a 2.5-mile drive north on Long Prairie Road. <br><br>The neighborhood’s location in the north-central part of the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex makes it easy for residents to get around. Major roads like Cross Timbers Road and Long Prairie Road give locals access to all of Flower Mound. Interstate 35E is just over 3 miles east of the neighborhood and can take residents south to Dallas or north to Denton. Any trips out of town will have an easy start, with Dallas Fort Worth International Airport just 10 miles south of the neighborhood on Highway 121.
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