NOT LISTED FOR SALE

3229 Dolphin Dr Gulf Shores, AL 36542

Estimated Value: $1,873,000 - $3,094,000

4 Beds
6 Baths
5,662 Sq Ft
$441/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold June 07, 2019

Last sale price $1,875,000 $331 Per Sq Ft

Est. 33% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $14,579/month

41 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deeded Waterfront Access Rights
  • Beachside
  • Fishing Pier
  • Gulf Shores Elementary School Rated A-
  • Property fronts gulf or ocean
  • Home Theater

About This Home

As of June 2019

Presenting the Bella Vita! This stunning, luxurious Gulf front home is located in the Laguna Key community. Laguna Key is an exclusive, end-of-the-road, private gated community adjacent to the 6,700 acre Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge. The Gulf front views from this home are breathtaking! You can enjoy the luxury of having your own private boardwalk leading out to the beach, while also having plenty of space for your company! This home offers 5,662 sq ft of living space, plus an additional 1,100 sq ft of tiled beachside decks, garage parking for 4 vehicles, and plenty of extra storage for your bikes and beach toys. The home features 12' and 24' ceilings throughout, custom designed 11' wrought iron and glass double entrance door, beautiful curved wood and wrought iron staircase, and an elevator to all 3 levels. The master suite has spectacular views of the Gulf and easy access to the tiled deck overlooking the beach. The master bath is equipped with travertine walls, designer glass sink bowls, 2 arches and 4 Corinthian columns frame whirlpool tub, and oversized shower with 2 shower heads. The master closet has built-in drawers and shelving, and 2 crystal chandeliers! Home also has a game room, home theater/exercise room, and a hearth room. If owning your own little piece of paradise isn't enough, you also have access to all of the Laguna Key amenities which include an outdoor swimming pool, tennis/basketball courts, gazebos, private boardwalk to the lagoon, and community fishing pier. Home is sold COMPLETELY FURNISHED!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

The Dusty Cole Team

RE/MAX on the Coast Listed on: 03/07/2019

Last Buyer's Agent

Mary Fran Hershiser

Goode Realty, LLC

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,751

Year Built

  • Built in 2003

Lot Details

  • 0.51 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 75x350
  • Property fronts gulf or ocean
  • Beachside

HOA Fees

  • $183 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 4 Car Attached Garage

Home Design

  • Mediterranean Architecture
  • Shake Roof
  • Stucco Exterior

Interior Spaces

  • 5,662 Sq Ft Home
  • 3-Story Property
  • 1 Elevator
  • High Ceiling
  • ENERGY STAR Qualified Ceiling Fan
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Electric Fireplace
  • Dining Room
  • Home Theater
  • Den with Fireplace
  • Recreation Room
  • Bonus Room
  • Utility Room
  • Gulf Views
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Electric Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Wine Cooler
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Sitting Area In Primary Bedroom
  • Primary Bedroom on Main
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • Garden Bath
  • Separate Shower

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Deeded Waterfront Access Rights
  • Access To Lagoon or Estuary
  • Access To Bayou
  • Covered Patio or Porch

Schools

  • Gulf Shores Elementary School
  • Gulf Shores High School

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Grinder Pump
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 202356

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include management, common area maintenance, security, pool
  • Laguna Key Subdivision

Recreation

  • Fishing Pier
  • Tennis Courts
  • Community Pool

Security

  • Gated Community

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,751

Year Built

Built in 2003

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$183 per month

Listing Details

  • Class: Residential-Single Family
  • Construction Status: Resale
  • Property Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s), Covered Patio, Private Elevator, High Ceilings, Porch-Open, Patio
  • Property Type: Residential Detached
  • Style: Mediterranean
  • View: Direct Gulf Front, Direct Gulf-Across Rd
  • Zoning Area: Single Family Residence
  • Owners Association: Yes
  • Parcel Id Tax Id: 202356
  • Year Built: 2003
  • Geo Subdivision: AL
  • Subdivsn Or Commnty: Laguna Key
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 3

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Range-Electric, Refrigerator W/Ice Maker, Smoke Detector, Washer, Wine Cooler
  • Estimated Living Area: 5662
  • Bathrooms: 4
  • Bedroom 2: Dimensions: 16x16, On Level: 2
  • Bedroom 3: Dimensions: 17x16, On Level: 2
  • Bedroom 4: Dimensions: 16x20, On Level: 2
  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Den: Dimensions: 20x17, On Level: Main Level
  • Dining Area: Dimensions: 15x13, On Level: Main Level
  • Dining Area Type: Breakfast Area-Kitchen, Breakfast Bar, Separate Dining Room
  • Elevators: 1
  • Fireplace: Den, Electric
  • Floors: Carpet, Tile, Wood
  • Half Bathrooms: 2
  • Kitchen: Dimensions: 15x16, On Level: Main Level
  • Living Room: Dimensions: 21x18, On Level: Main Level
  • Master Bed: Dimensions: 16x19, On Level: Main Level
  • Number Of Fireplaces: 1
  • Other Room: Dimensions: 21x13, On Level: Lower Level
  • Other Rooms: Basement-Full, Bonus Room, Media Room, Office/Study, Recreation Room, Utility Room-Inside
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 331.16
  • Property Interior Stories: 3
  • Primary Bedroom Bathroom Combo: Yes
  • Primary Bedroom Bathrooms: Garden Tub, Separate Shower, 1st Floor Primary, Sitting Area

Exterior Features

  • Body Of Water: Gulf Of Mexico
  • Exterior Finish: Stucco
  • Roof: Shakes
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Water Property Type: Bayou Accs (Wlk <=1/4 Mi), Beach Side - Building, Deeded Access, Gulf Front - Building, Lagoon Acc (Wlk <=1/4 Mi)

Garage/Parking

  • Number Of Garage Spaces: 4
  • Garage Parking: Attached, Three or More Vehicles

Utilities

  • Heat Cooling: Central Electric
  • Utilities: Cable Tv, Grinder Pump, Sewage-City, Water-City

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Association Fees: 2200
  • Association Fees Include: Association Management, Common Area Maintenance, Security, Pool
  • Community Amenities: Fishing Pier, Pool - Outdoor, Tennis/Racquetball, Gated

Schools

  • Elementary School: Gulf Shores Elementary
  • High School: Gulf Shores High

Lot Info

  • Estimated Lot Size: 0.51
  • Lot Description: Less Than 1 Acre
  • Lot Size: 75x350

Green Features

  • Energy Saving Features: Ceiling Fan(s)

Rental Info

  • More Than2 Pets Allowed: Yes

Tax Info

  • Property Taxes: 4751.34
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 202356

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Gulf Shores Elementary
  • HighSchool: Gulf Shores High

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 7, 2019
Closed on
Jun 6, 2019
Sold by
Decker Jerome L and Decker Elena A
Bought by
Hanna Todd C and Hanna Carol Marie
Seller's Agent
The Dusty Cole Team
RE/MAX on the Coast
Buyer's Agent
Mary Fran Hershiser
Goode Realty, LLC
List Price
$2,090,000
Sold Price
$1,875,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$215,000
-10.29%
Current Estimated Value
$2,499,414

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$624,414
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.71%
Original Mortgage
$1,593,750
Outstanding Balance
$1,062,202
Interest Rate
4.1%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$1,437,212

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 18, 2007
Sold by
Belcher Allen L and Belcher Barbara G
Bought by
Decker Jerome L and Decker Elena A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,716,000
Interest Rate
6.37%
Mortgage Type
Unknown
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Hanna Todd C $1,876,253 None Available
Decker Jerome L -- Attorneys Title Inc
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Hanna Todd C $1,593,750
Previous Owner Decker Jerome L $1,716,000
Previous Owner Belcher Allen L $312,500
Previous Owner Belcher Allen L $150,000
Previous Owner Belcher Allen L $1,560,000
Previous Owner Belcher Allen L $95,000
Previous Owner Belcher Allen L $982,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/07/2019 06/07/19 Sold $1,875,000 -10.3% $331 / Sq Ft
04/17/2019 04/17/19 Pending -- -- --
03/07/2019 03/07/19 For Sale $2,090,000 -- $369 / Sq Ft
Source: Baldwin REALTORS®

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $9,644 $292,240 $120,040 $172,200
2023 $10,651 $322,760 $114,840 $207,920
2022 $7,499 $227,240 $0 $0
2021 $5,877 $181,660 $0 $0
2020 $11,072 $335,500 $0 $0
2019 $5,133 $155,560 $0 $0
2018 $4,751 $143,980 $0 $0
2017 $4,604 $139,500 $0 $0
2016 $4,156 $125,940 $0 $0
2015 -- $129,780 $0 $0
2014 -- $122,680 $0 $0
2013 -- $128,360 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Baldwin REALTORS®

MLS Number: 280654

Baldwin REALTORS®

APN: 67-09-29-3-001-013.000