$275,000
SOLD FEB 11, 2026

44 Cottage Dr Fairhope, AL 36532

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,140 Sq Ft
4,792 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$241 Per Sq Ft

4% Below List Price

7 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Cottage
  • Skylights
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Fairhope West Elementary School Rated A-
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Landscaped

About This Home

As of February 2026

Located in one of Fairhope's highly sought-after communities, you will find this adorable cottage. Step inside to find fresh paint and luxury vinyl plank flooring throughout the home. This cottage is unique as it features a gas log fireplace in the living room and a metal roof for added durability. The kitchen offers stainless steel appliances, painted cabinetry, and granite countertops. The primary bed and bathroom are located at the front of the home while the guest bed and bath are at the back. Both bedrooms feature walk-in closets. Back-alley access to the single-car garage offers privacy, and this home also has a single-car carport that could be used as an outdoor living space. Lawncare and irrigation are included in your monthly HOA. Don't miss this must see home! Buyer to verify all information during due diligence.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Katie Sondag

Sweet Willow Realty Listed on: 01/02/2026

Sweet Willow Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Renee Marshall

Butler & Co. Real Estate LLC

Butler & Co. Real Estate LLC

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,034

Year Built

  • Built in 1996

Lot Details

  • 4,792 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 40 x 120
  • Landscaped
  • Level Lot
  • Few Trees

HOA Fees

  • $80 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Cottage
  • Slab Foundation
  • Metal Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,140 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Skylights
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Combination Dining and Living Room
  • Vinyl Flooring
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Electric Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Dual Vanity Sinks in Primary Bathroom
  • Bathtub and Shower Combination in Primary Bathroom

Parking

  • Garage
  • 1 Carport Space

Schools

  • Fairhope East Elementary School
  • Fairhope Middle School
  • Fairhope High School

Utilities

  • Heating Available
  • Underground Utilities
  • Gas Water Heater

Community Details

  • Association fees include ground maintenance, taxes-common area

Listing and Financial Details

  • Legal Lot and Block 4-7 / 4-7
  • Assessor Parcel Number 4605210000010.076

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,034

Year Built

Built in 1996

Lot Details

4,792 Sq Ft Lot

HOA Fees

$80 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • View: None/Not Applicable
  • Parcel Number: 4605210000010.076
  • Year Built: 1996
  • Property Sub-Type: Cottage
  • ResoCommunityFeatures: Landscaping
  • ResoLotFeatures: Less than 1 acre, Level, Few Trees, Subdivision
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.11
  • ResoSecurityFeatures: Smoke Detector(s)
  • Co List Office Phone: 678-315-4338
  • Ownership: Whole/Full
  • MLS Status: Closed
  • Subdivision Name: The Cottages
  • Architectural Style: Cottage
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: Seller
  • Carport Spaces: 1
  • Carport Y N: Yes
  • Reso Fireplace Features: Gas Log, Living Room
  • Reso Interior Features: Breakfast Bar, Living Room, Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Unit Levels: One
  • Living Area: 1140
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • ResoPropertyCondition: Resale
  • BK20_LFD_BoatFacilities_4: None
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Electric Range, Gas Water Heater
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Vinyl, Luxury Vinyl Plank
  • Stories: 1
  • Dining Room Features: Lvg/Dng Combo
  • Master Bedroom Master Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Bedroom2 Level: Main
  • Master Bedroom Features: Skylight, 1st Floor Primary, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Master Bathroom Features: Double Vanity, Tub/Shower Combo

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Metal
  • Waterfront: No
  • View: No
  • Waterfront Features: No Waterfront
  • Home Warranty: No
  • Construction Type: Vinyl Siding
  • Foundation Details: Slab

Garage/Parking

  • Covered Parking Spaces: 2
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Single Carport, Single Garage

Utilities

  • Utilities: Natural Gas Connected, Underground Utilities, Fairhope Utilities
  • Heating: Electric
  • HeatingYN: Yes
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Gas: Gas-Natural

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: 80
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association: Yes

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Maintenance Grounds, Taxes-Common Area

Schools

  • Middle Or Junior School: Fairhope Middle

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 40 x 120
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 4791.6
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Square Feet
  • Zoning Description: Single Family Residence

Rental Info

  • Furnished: Unfurnished

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 1034.08
  • Tax Block: 4-7
  • Tax Lot: 4-7

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Fairhope East Elementary
  • HighSchool: Fairhope High

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Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 2, 2026
Closed on
Feb 11, 2026
Sold by
Howen Lawrence Palmer and Howen John David
Bought by
Fleming Bill W and Harris Claudia D
Seller's Agent
Katie Sondag
Sweet Willow Realty
Buyer's Agent
Renee Marshall
Butler & Co. Real Estate LLC
List Price
$287,400
Sold Price
$275,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$12,400
-4.31%
Views
1372

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
35.52%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 11, 2020
Sold by
Roberts Gay Clark and Moseley Judy Clark
Bought by
Moseley Henry Clay and Moseley Judy Clark

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 1, 2019
Sold by
Mccants Carolyn E and Mccants Lorene M
Bought by
Howen John David and Howen Lawrence Palmer

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$90,000
Interest Rate
3.6%
Mortgage Type
Closed End Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 17, 2017
Sold by
Taylor A J and Taylor Helen Lucille
Bought by
Mccants Lorene M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$49,000
Interest Rate
4.21%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 10, 2008
Sold by
Cheek Russell B and Cheek Eva M
Bought by
Taylor A J and Taylor Helen Lucille
Source: Public Records
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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $275,000 None Listed On Document
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Personal Reps Deed $159,900 None Available
Warranty Deed -- None Available
Warranty Deed -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $90,000 Closed End Mortgage
Previous Owner $49,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
02/11/2026 02/11/26 Sold $275,000 -4.3% $241 / Sq Ft
01/09/2026 01/09/26 Pending -- -- --
01/02/2026 01/02/26 For Sale $287,400 +80.8% $252 / Sq Ft
09/25/2019 09/25/19 Sold $159,000 -0.6% $139 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
08/24/2019 08/24/19 Pending -- -- --
08/20/2019 08/20/19 For Sale $159,900 -- $140 / Sq Ft
Source: Baldwin REALTORS®

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 -- $22,480 $6,180 $16,300
2023 $869 $19,860 $7,160 $12,700
2022 $797 $18,300 $0 $0
2021 $1,313 $14,280 $0 $0
2020 $1,248 $27,140 $0 $0
2019 $0 $13,040 $0 $0
2018 $0 $12,180 $0 $0
2017 $0 $11,840 $0 $0
2016 -- $12,040 $0 $0
2015 $381 $10,960 $0 $0
2014 $339 $9,800 $0 $0
2013 -- $9,640 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Baldwin REALTORS®

MLS Number: 389624

Baldwin REALTORS®

APN: 46-05-21-0-000-010.076

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