Fort Morgan is a classic beach town on the Gulf Coast
Fort Morgan offers a private, small-town feel on a peninsula in Alabama's Gulf Coast with access to parks, beaches and historic sites. "There are a few public beaches, but it's mostly private land in Fort Morgan. It's a little more relaxed than gated communities like Ono Island," says Realtor Kelsey Davis with Bellator Realty and Development. "You're secluded from the hustle and bustle, but there are a few small shops and restaurants. It's grown a good bit in the last five years." There are tourists, but Fort Morgan has more of a local vibe, with its full- and part-time residents gathering for oysters and beer at the nearest seafood shack or relaxing at the condo pool. It's precisely the kind of picturesque small beach town Alabama's Gulf Coast specializes in.
Fort Morgan offers a private, small-town feel on a peninsula in Alabama's Gulf Coast.
There are a few public beaches, but it's mostly private land in Fort Morgan.
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Miles of beaches stretch from Fort Morgan to Kiva Dunes Public Golf Course
Miles of soft, crystal sand beaches stretch across the Gulf side of the Fort Morgan peninsula and wrap around the tip at the Fort Morgan State Historic site. Homes that are not directly on the beach have access to the surf at several public access points. The Historic Site's most prominent ruin is Fort Gaines, which dates to 1821 and played an important role in the Battle of Mobile Bay during the Civil War. Visitors can also access miles of beaches and two prominent fishing spots, a designated fishing beach off Burgoyne Road and the McMillan Fort Morgan Fishing Pier, which has an adjacent boat launch. Trails at the Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge meander through grassy marshes and sand dunes, offering plenty of opportunities to view herons and other wildlife. An observation tower provides views of Gator Lake, Little Lagoon, and the Gulf. The Kiva Dunes Public Golf Course rounds out the area's recreational options, offering well-manicured greens and a restaurant where players cool off after tee time.
The Fort Morgan State Historic Site, lies at the tip of the peninsula.
The Kiva Dunes Public Golf Course rounds out the Fort Morgan's recreational options.
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Schools in Foley are highly-rated and offer STEAM programs
Students can attend Baldwin County Public Schools, which earns an overall A-minus rating on Niche. Foley Elementary earns a B rating, Foley Middle earns a B-minus, and Foley High earns a B. The high school offers a variety of activities, including a Technology Student Association robotic club, an art club that volunteers with local businesses and festivals, and an Air Force JROTC program, which offers aerospace-based education and visits local aerospace manufacturers.
Fort Morgan students thrive at Foley Elementary School.
Fort Morgan students can go to Foley Middle School, rated B on Niche.
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Coastal homes with private beaches and condos with budget-friendly prices
On the shores of the Gulf, Fort Morgan homes provide that coastal, small beach town feel. Many homes are right on the sand, with lifted foundations to prevent flood damage during storms. Palmettos, pine trees and dune shrubbery surround the residences, so caring for the yard requires minimal effort. A mix of home styles suits different needs here in Fort Morgan. Modest coastal cottages are listed between $350,000 and $400,000, while high-rise condos are priced between $300,000 and $500,000. Larger beach homes are built in a coastal contemporary style, with light colors complimenting their surroundings and balconies offering surf views. These homes often cost anywhere from $700,000 to $3 million. There's usually some form of HOA fee, ranging between $250 and $1,500 depending on the area or condo building.
Fort Morgan has a subdivision of colorful beach cottages that are popular with tourists.
Larger beach homes in Fort Morgan, Alabama are built in a coastal contemporary style.
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Mobile Bay Ferry and Highway 59 connects Fort Morgan residents
Fort Morgan Road connects the neighborhood to Highway 59 and greater Baldwin County. The community is about 20 miles from Foley and 40 miles from Fairhope. Pensacola is about 45 miles east via Alabama State Route 182, which becomes Florida 292 at the state line. Residents are about 60 miles from Mobile via Baldwin County, but they can also hop on the car-friendly Mobile Bay Ferry for a day trip to Dauphin Island. Baldwin Health Hospital is about 22 miles away, and the Pensacola International Airport is 50 miles away. Fort Morgan has a CAP Index crime score of 1 out of 10, below the national average of 4.
Community eateries and shopping on Highway 59
Fort Morgan is mainly residential, but a few eateries exist here and in the neighboring Gulf Highlands community. Jesse's on the Bay is a popular upscale restaurant, and Tacky Jack's is a classic seafood shack serving fried fish and fresh oysters. There's a Dollar General in neighboring Gulf Highlands, but residents must head to Highway 59 for larger grocery stores like Walmart and Rouses Market. Residents can go farther north on Highway 59 for outlet malls and shopping centers in Foley or east into Gulf Shores for surf shops and more restaurants, bars and cocktail lounges.
Tacky Jacks is a local favorite in Fort Morgan, for the food and the amazing view
Fort Morgan residents have a short drive to the Walmart.
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Parks in this Area
Fort Morgan State Park
McMillan Fort Morgan Fishing Pier
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Fort Morgan
US
Homicide
1
4
Sexual Assault
1
4
Assault with Weapon
1
4
Robbery
1
4
Burglary
1
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
1
4
Larceny
1
4
Crime Score
1
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Fort Morgan Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Fort Morgan, Gulf Shores sell after 115 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Fort Morgan, Gulf Shores over the last 12 months is $615,000, up 15% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Ready for another day in paradise in the prettiest unit available in the neighborhood? Located in the pristine and sought-after Fort Morgan peninsula, this is pretty much the last non-commercialized and quiet section of the white, sugar sand Alabama beaches. Located about 15 miles down Ft Morgan road, you'll be outside the Gulf Shores city limits and nearby 2 beautiful golf courses and many beach
Enjoy a beach vacation in the lovely Morgantown community with The Lazy Turtle, a perfect oasis just a 5-minute walk to the beach. This spacious 4-bedroom, 3-bath home features a stocked kitchen with bar seating, a spacious living and dining area, custom-built porch swings, and driveway parking. Feel at home with amenities like a gas fire pit, beach essentials, and a golf cart for easy beach
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
2,225
Median Age
65
Population under 18
8.3%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
49%
Significantly above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$87,753
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$114,545
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
98.2%
College Graduates
47.7%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
26.3%
% Population in Labor Force
51.1%
Below the national average
65.1%
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
25/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
0/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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