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About Foley, AL

About Foley, AL

Retail destination with highly rated schools

A community offering retail outlets and a historic downtown on the way to Alabama's beaches, Foley draws folks from across the United States. The city offers a mild climate, a highly rated school system, plenty of retail options and economic growth. "It's the kind of place where tourists come back to live," says Guy Busby, Marketing Communications Manager for the city of Foley; young professionals, families and retirees are making Foley their home. The charming downtown has over 100 restaurants, local shops and artists galleries, while the rest of Foley offers access to trails and beaches along the Gulf of Mexico. City leaders are welcoming new businesses and enhancing parks with the goal of, according to Ralph Hellmich, Foley's Mayor, "increasing the quality of life for our citizens."

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Feeling right at home at Stacey's Old Tyme Soda Fountain in downtown Foley.
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Historic downtown Foley is full of art galleries and furniture shops to browse.
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Foley has so many dining options, like El Paso.
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Foley is just minutes from the beach.
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Employment in Foley

Aerospace is a major industry in Foley, with Collins Aerospace, Segers Aerospace and Airbus employing thousands of workers across the Mobile Bay area. Other significant employers include the manufacturing companies in Mobile's riverfront industrial area, Baldwin County Public Schools and South Baldwin Regional Medical Center.

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Baldwin Health Medical Center vital to Foley, for locals and those in outlying areas.
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Collins Aerospace is a large employer for Foley, AL.
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Foley is home to Baldwin County Public School where many locals work.
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The Mobile Aeroplex has several major aerospace companies near Venetia.
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Homes are 16% cheaper than the national average in Foley

The median sale price in Foley is $236,900, 16% less than the national average of $281,900. The city's oldest homes, many built in the first half of the 20th century, are concentrated around downtown, with prices ranging between $215,000 and $400,000. These houses are surrounded by late 20th-century to early 21st-century suburbs, with prices ranging from $375,000 to $800,000. Foley's newest construction sits in subdivisions along the city's edges, with prices ranging anywhere between $250,000 and $1 million.

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No better place to soak up the Southern sun than Foley, Alabama.
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Loving the coastal vibes in Foley, your perfect getaway spot.
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Life slows down a little in sweet home Foley, Alabama.
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Foley is a place to pause, breathe, and enjoy the simple things in life.
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Baldwin County Public Schools

Serving over 31,000 students, the Baldwin County Public Schools earns an overall rating of A-minus from Niche. Teachers from Foley Elementary received Baldwin County Public Schools 2023 Teacher of the Year awards. Foley Middle School's distinct Leader in Me program helps students learn how to manage time, become organized and resolve conflicts. In 2023, Foley High earned a School of Distinction award from the Council for Leaders in Alabama Schools for their innovative student improvement program, which rewards students for improving academics, attendance and behavior.

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Education shapes futures Foley Elementary School.
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Foley High School is where dreams take flight.
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Cultivating brilliance at Foley Middle School.
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Inspiring greatness at Foley High School.
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Trails, kids parks and events at Heritage Park

There are more than 1,000 acres of parks and trails in Foley. In the city's southern end, the Graham Creek Nature Preserve is Foley's largest park, with over 650 acres. Residents can launch their kayaks and play disc golf or hike trails here. Downtown, the newly renovated Sara Thompson Kids Park features a playground with musical instruments. Sports complexes sit to the northwest, while campgrounds are found north along County Road 24. The city has been awarded a $5 million grant through the Gulf of Mexico Energy Security Act to expand the Graham Creek Nature Preserve. At the same time, upgrades to pickleball courts and construction of a new park near the Mills community in northwest Foley are ongoing. Many community events occur at Heritage Park near the city center. Every October, the Midday Melodies concert series hosts local musicians covering country and folk songs, while in December, fake snow and a visit from Santa are part of Let It Snow, a festival following the annual Christmas Parade. Downtown, the Foley Railroad Museum exhibits a remote-controlled model railroad with real train cars, while the Foley Art Center showcases paintings by local artists. Elsewhere, the Graham Creek Nature Preserve hosts a Halloween Haunted Trails program and a kids' Easter egg hunt.

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Enjoy a day outdoors with friends and family at Graham Creek Nature Preserve.
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The gorgeous Foley Kids Park is the fun place to go after school.
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Heritage Park in downtown Foley is a hub for family fun.
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Owa Sports Complex brings a lot of sports tourism to Foley.
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Tanger Outlets offers a retail hotspot

In centrally located downtown, locally owned antique and coffee shops sit between furniture stores, and casual dining options include pizza and sandwich joints. Stacey's Olde Tyme Soda Fountain is a local favorite; established in 1927, it's the oldest ice cream shop in town. "Foley has a pretty strong retail presence," says Busby. "After hitting the beaches, locals will spend the rest of the day at shopping centers." In the southern end of town, Tanger Outlets is the place to shop for name-brand clothing, while big box stores and smaller shopping centers sit along State Route 59 and County Road 20.

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Shop fashions for the entire family at Tanger Outlet Mall in Foley.
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The Drowsy Poet in Foley retained some of the theme of the old service station.
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Go to Stacey's Old Tyme Soda Fountain for some old fashioned fun.
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Foley has the shopping and dining spots for residents all around.
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Crime in Foley

Thurston Bullock, Foley's Police Chief, says the number one crime in the city is retail theft because there are so many stores; business owners are installing surveillance systems, and more patrols are policing shopping centers. According to the Foley Police Department's 2023 annual report, there were 391 cases of property crime and 276 cases of violent crime. Foley has a relatively low crime rate compared to Baldwin County. In 2023, there were 72,000 instances of property crime and 14,200 cases of violent crime, according to Crime.Alabama.Gov, a site founded by the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency and the University of Alabama.

Transportation and weather in Foley

U.S. Route 98 and State Route 59 provide access to most of Foley, and residents take State Route 59 or the Foley Beach Express south toward Gulf Shores. SR 59 also connects locals to Interstate 10 about 20 miles to the north, which gives them easy access to Mobile, 40 miles west. Rush hour, especially during tourist season, can extend commute times. Locals have access to the Baldwin Regional Area Transit System shuttles, while bike lanes are located centrally and in the city's southern end. South of the city, the Gulf Shores International Airport and the South Baldwin Medical Group hospital are roughly 9 and 10 miles away, respectively. Plans to construct a medical park near the hospital and repave the Foley Beach Express are ongoing, while nine bike racks will be added downtown by the end of 2024. Foley has long, hot, humid summers with cool, short winters. Hurricane season lasts from June to November, and the area is threatened by an average of three storms per year, according to Alabama Public Radio. Foley has a mostly flat terrain, which makes flooding a problem for residents. Mayor Hellmich says city officials regularly upgrade drainage systems throughout town to help direct water away from residential areas. Tornadoes are also a reality, with new schools doubling as tornado shelters. The mayor encourages residents to download weather apps or buy weather radios, and flood insurance is required for Foley homebuyers in high-risk areas.

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The main intersection of Hwy 59 and Hwy 98 is where the heart of Foley beats.
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The Beach Express is has helped relieve traffic from highway 59.
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Early Sumer for 2025 Jack Edwards Airports new commercial terminal will be up and running.
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Foley residents can take Hwy 59 to I-10 and reach Mobile or the Florida Panhandle easily.
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Foley by the Numbers

23,825
Population
$872K
Average Housing Value
79
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Source: Public Records

Top Schools in Foley, AL

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Best Public Elementary Schools

Gulf Shores Elementary School
#1 Gulf Shores Elementary School
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Elberta Elementary School
#2 Elberta Elementary School
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6
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Summerdale School
#3 Summerdale School
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7
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Magnolia School
#4 Magnolia School
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7
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Foley Elementary School
#5 Foley Elementary School
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4
GreatSchools
Florence Mathis Elementary School
#6 Florence Mathis Elementary School
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3
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Best Public Middle Schools

Gulf Shores Middle School
#1 Gulf Shores Middle School
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9
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Elberta Middle School
#2 Elberta Middle School
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Summerdale School
#3 Summerdale School
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7
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Foley Middle School
#4 Foley Middle School
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4
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Best Public High Schools

Elberta High School
#1 Elberta High School
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Niche
9
GreatSchools
Gulf Shores High School
#2 Gulf Shores High School
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Niche
7
GreatSchools
Foley High School
#3 Foley High School
B
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6
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Best Private Schools

Snook Christian Academy
#1 Snook Christian Academy
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Faith Christian Academy
#2 Faith Christian Academy
Open Door Christian School
#3 Open Door Christian School
Victory Christian Academy
#4 Victory Christian Academy

Agents Specializing in this Area

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Devin Schaff
(251) 318-8732
I have always had a passion to help others, in the past I have been a successful Sales Account Manager, Salesperson, Business owner and professional my entire career. That passion has carried over to my career in Real Estate as well. With my previous experience at a Mobile based healthcare solutions provider, I managed a territory of over 110 facilities all over the United States. Always securing one of the top 5 sales positions. With proven success in sales, marketing and customer service, I decided to turn my focus to an environment of self-fulfillment and success by turning my attention to the real estate field. I have found immediate success after earning my Real Estate License in early 2023. I feel I have passion for the industry, attention to details, quality customer service and a passion to succeed that afforded me the respect and admiration of my colleagues. I bring to this position a relentless work ethic and constant marketing and networking efforts are evident to all which I feel makes for a successful agent.
As a Realtor ®, my goal is to continue to meet and exceed personal and business goals as I did for so many years in previous industries I have served. My goal is to help clients overcome fears of home ownership and the unknown of selling their home, investing in real estate and help them navigate perceived barriers to reach their goals. I have a true passion is to help people to reach personal and financial wellness through real estate purchases for themselves or from property investments. Additionally, I am an investor in real estate and have flipped and remodeled several properties. This skill offers my clients a unique perspective of what it will take to make the property offering the best it can be. From staging, potential improvements, curb appeal, etc.; no idea is ignored that will maximize the potential financial gain to the seller. I am an avid learner, never intimidated by learning new things or trying innovative ideas. As an industry leader and in the top 20 agents in our Mobile Office for 2023 I have been called upon by several groups to speak to members of the real estate industry on my success, and teach of my unique marketing technique and mentor others. I feel like I have indeed found a calling as a Realtor ®. Thank you for the opportunity to allow me and our team of 9 to help put our skills to work for you. Give me a call 251-404-1669 or drop me a line at devin.schaff@kw.com if I can help with any of your Real Estate needs. Below are the areas we cover

Our areas of Service: Orange Beach, AL, Gulf Shores, AL, Foley, AL, Mobile, AL, Theodore, AL, Loxley, AL, Robertsdale, AL, Summerdale, AL, Chickasaw, AL, Silverhill, AL, Elberta Al, Elberta, AL, Fairhope, AL, Daphne, AL, Spanish Fort, AL, Bay Minette, AL, Seminole Al, Lillian, AL, Stockton Al, Atmore, AL, Brewton, AL, Semmes, AL, Saraland, AL, East Brewton, AL, Bon Secour, AL, Elsanor Al, Stapleton, AL, Grand Bay, AL, Coden Al, Dauphin Island, AL, Fort Morgan AL, Gulf Shores, AL, McKenzie, AL, Lillian, AL, Irvington, Irvington, AL, Prichard, AL, Axis, AL, Grove Hill, AL, Semmes, AL, Wilmer, Wilmer, AL, Thomasville, AL, Bayou La Batre, AL, Bon Secour, AL, Magnolia Springs, AL
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