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Ono Island is a secluded community with access to Orange Beach amenities
Ono Island is a secluded barrier island on Alabama's Gulf Coast. Saddled between the Old River and Bayou St. John, the gated community encompasses the entire island, and the only ways on are by the Ono Island Way bridge or by boat. "Ono Island has more of a local feel, and it's purely residential. Short-term rentals aren't allowed, so there are mostly full-time residents here," says Realtor Kelsey Davis with Bellator Realty and Development. "There aren't any stores or restaurants, so you have to go to Orange Beach. It's nice because you can get there by boat or anywhere by boat because it's close to everything." As secluded as the beach community is, it's close enough to Orange Beach and to the Gulf that residents don't feel stranded. "There's a boat ramp for all residents who don't have private docks, and people will take the boat out on the bay or go out to the Gulf and do deep-sea fishing. It's an excellent place for people who love the water."
Ono Island Way is the only road onto Ono Island and a stop at the guard shack is necessary.
Residents of Ono Island can boat to many shopping and dining locations in Orange Beach.
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Workout at Ono Rec Center, take the boat out on the Gulf, or lounge on the beach
The community is home to the Ono North Recreation Center, which has two large pools and a well-appointed fitness room. There are also basketball, tennis and pickleball courts. While most homes have private docks, those without can launch a boat or kayak on Boat Launch Road. In addition to getting out on the Gulf or cruising around Bayou St. John, many residents will moor their boats on or around nearby islands to hang out with friends, picnic, sunbathe and party. Ono Island residents are just a short drive from the Gulf, with beach accesses along Perdido Key Boulevard that lead to sugar white sand beaches and blue water. Other beach access points are also at Gulf State Park, about 15 miles away. The park has 37 miles of biking and hiking trails that wind through lush, grassy marshes, a dog park, a fishing pier and a nature center.
Ono Island is home to the well-appointed Ono North Recreation Center.
Most homes have private docks, those without can launch a boat or kayak on Boat Launch Road.
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Waterfront homes with manicured lawns and a wide mix of price
Ono Island residences embody the area's laid-back, coastal lifestyle. Private roads wind through stretches of sandy dunes and towering palm and pine trees. Houses are set on manicured lawns, with backyard pools and entertainment areas. Most homes have water views, and many have private docks. "There are waterfront and canal lots available, and with a boat ramp, anyone can get out on the water," Davis says. The community's large homes are often found in contemporary coastal, Spanish-inspired, New Traditional and modern farmhouse styles. "There are some older homes, but new construction and lots are available too," Davis says. "It's not a cookie-cutter neighborhood, though. They value the aesthetic, but homes can have a unique style as long as it's complementary." Housing prices often depend on the age and size of the home. Older homes are usually priced between $500,000 and $900,000. Homes directly on the water and new construction may cost anywhere from $1 million to $8 million. HOA fees range from $150 to $700, depending on the home.
Houses are set on manicured lawns, with backyard pools and entertainment areas.
On Ono Island every home has a water view, and most have private docks.
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Baldwin County Schools serve Ono Island students
Students can attend Baldwin County Public Schools, which has an overall A-minus on Niche. Foley Elementary School serves students in pre-kindergarten through grade six and has a B on Niche. Foley Middle School serves grades seven and eight and has a B-minus. Foley High School serves grades nine through 12 and has a B. In 2025, the Alabama Board of Education awarded the high school its School of Excellence Award for excellence in advanced placement courses.
Orange Beach Middle/High School has both a middle school and High School on campus.
Orange Beach Elementary school ranks as an A- rated school.
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Dining and retail in Orange Beach
Ono Island depends on its neighbor, Orange Beach, for dining and retail needs. Along Perdido Beach Boulevard are grocery stores like Publix, Walmart and Rouses Market. More big box retail and clothing stores exist in nearby communities like Foley and Pensacola. Orange Beach has a mix of rustic seafood shacks, like the Gulf Shores Steamer, and more upscale eateries, like Louisiana Lagniappe, which serves refined versions of southern classics. Orange Beach also hosts festivals throughout the year, like the annual Festival of Art. Over 100 artists flock to Orange Beach for visual, performing and culinary arts showcases that are free for the public.
Ono Island residents enjoy steamed seafood at Gulf Shores Steamers.
Louisiana Lagniappe is a popular dining option for Ono Island locals, take your boat or car.
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Gated community where residents travel by boat
Ono Island Way is the only way residents can get on and off the island via car. The gated entrance keeps the island private and prevents extra foot traffic. The community is car (or boat) dependent and doesn't have public transit. The community is about 13 miles from Gulf Shores, 25 miles from downtown Pensacola and 60 miles from downtown Mobile. The closest hospitals are Baldwin Health, 23 miles away, and Ascension Sacred Heart Pensacola, 30 miles away. The Pensacola International Airport is 32 miles from Ono Island. Ono Island has a CAP Index crime score of 2 out of 10, lower than the national average of 4.
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Crime and Safety
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Homicide
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4
Sexual Assault
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4
Assault with Weapon
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4
Robbery
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4
Burglary
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4
Motor Vehicle Theft
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4
Larceny
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4
Crime Score
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Ono Island Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Ono Island, Foley sell after 109 days on the market compared to the national average of 58 days. The median sale price for homes in Ono Island, Foley over the last 12 months is $1,185,000, up 3% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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