$325,000
SOLD AUG 25, 2025

4543 Cotton Cove Dr Gulf Shores, AL 36542

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,198 Sq Ft
0.4 Acres

Recently Sold

$271 Per Sq Ft

8% Above List Price

2 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deeded Waterfront Access Rights
  • Private Dock
  • Fishing
  • Gulf Shores Elementary School Rated A-
  • Assigned Boat Slip
  • Traditional Architecture

About This Home

As of August 2025

Under $300k in Gulf Shores school district!! Offering deep water access with an assigned boat slip just a few steps away and across the intracoastal waterway from the Wharf. This 1997 built, charming 3-bedroom 2-bath, 2 story home is nestled in Perry’s Landing on Portage / Cotton Creek. Upon entering, you will enjoy the open living area with tons of natural sunlight and custom drapery to control the lighting to your liking. The kitchen features all new stainless-steel appliances with the breakfast bar separating the kitchen and living area allowing for versatile space and extra seating. Upstairs you will find two bedrooms and a full bath with a spacious double vanity. The large, primary bedroom with a dual entry bathroom is on the main level making this 1200 square foot home have space for everyone. Outside, you can enjoy your screened-in back porch overlooking the large privately fenced in yard. Located in Flood Zone X (Flood Insurance not required) with a roof replaced in 2017. Low HOA dues are only $250 a year. Located just 5 minutes from Pelican Place with Publix and Target, The Wharf for shopping and dining, and only 15 minutes from the Gulf of Mexico. Buyer to verify all information during due diligence.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Angelo DePaola

EXP Realty Seaside Brokerage Phone: 251-279-0099 Listed on: 08/08/2025

EXP Realty Seaside

Last Buyer's Agent

Nicholas Hehman

Goode Realty, LLC

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $653

Year Built

  • Built in 1997

Lot Details

  • 0.4 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 83.3 x 225
  • Fenced

HOA Fees

  • $21 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Slab Foundation
  • Composition Roof
  • Stone

Interior Spaces

  • 1,198 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Screened Porch

Kitchen

  • Electric Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom on Main
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Bathtub and Shower Combination in Primary Bathroom

Parking

  • Attached Garage
  • 2 Carport Spaces
  • Automatic Garage Door Opener

Outdoor Features

  • Deeded Waterfront Access Rights
  • Assigned Boat Slip
  • Private Dock

Schools

  • Gulf Shores Elementary School
  • Gulf Shores Middle School
  • Gulf Shores High School

Utilities

  • Heating Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Legal Lot and Block 11 / 11
  • Assessor Parcel Number 6601022001069.012

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include management, other-see remarks

Recreation

  • Fishing

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$653

Year Built

Built in 1997

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$21 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • View: None/Not Applicable
  • Parcel Number: 6601022001069.012
  • Year Built: 1997
  • Property Sub-Type: Traditional
  • ResoCommunityFeatures: Fishing, Water Access-Deeded
  • Reso Fencing: Fenced
  • ResoLotFeatures: Less than 1 acre
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.403
  • Attribution Contact: PHONE: 251-279-0099
  • Co List Office Phone: 251-279-0099
  • Ownership: Whole/Full
  • MLS Status: Closed
  • Subdivision Name: Perry's Landing
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: Assessor
  • Carport Spaces: 2
  • Carport Y N: Yes
  • Reso Fireplace Features: Living Room, Gas
  • Reso Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Unit Levels: Two
  • Living Area: 1198
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • ResoPropertyCondition: Resale
  • Financial Info Electric: Baldwin EMC
  • BK20_LFD_BoatFacilities_4: Assigned Slip, Boat Dock, Water Depth (4 ft+)
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Electric Range, Refrigerator
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Carpet, Tile
  • Living Room Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Bedroom3 Area: 137.55
  • Master Bedroom Master Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Bedroom2 Area: 145.521
  • Room Bedroom3 Level: Second
  • Master Bedroom Master Bedroom Width: 17.2
  • Room Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Master Bedroom Features: 1st Floor Primary, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Room Living Room Area: 204
  • Room Kitchen Area: 150.96
  • Dining Room Dining Room Level: Main
  • Room Master Bedroom Area: 208.292
  • Room Dining Room Area: 140.08
  • Master Bathroom Features: Tub/Shower Combo

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Composition
  • View: No
  • Waterfront Features: Bay Access (<=1/4 Mi), Canal Accs (<=1/4 Mi), Deeded Access, ICW Accs (<=1/4 Mi)
  • Construction Type: Stone
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch-Screened, Rear Porch

Garage/Parking

  • Covered Parking Spaces: 2
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Attached, Double Carport, Automatic Garage Door

Utilities

  • Utilities: Gulf Shores Utilities
  • Heating: Electric
  • HeatingYN: Yes
  • Water Source: Orange Beach Water Auth

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: 250
  • Association Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Association: Yes

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Association Management, Other-See Remarks

Schools

  • Middle Or Junior School: Gulf Shores Middle

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 83.3 x 225
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 17554.68
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Square Feet

Rental Info

  • Furnished: Unfurnished

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 652.51
  • Tax Block: 11
  • Tax Lot: 11

MLS Schools

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

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 8, 2025
Closed on
Aug 25, 2025
Sold by
Strong David Mcarthur
Bought by
Bates John G and Deas Linda J
Seller's Agent
Angelo DePaola
EXP Realty Seaside
Buyer's Agent
Nicholas Hehman
Goode Realty, LLC
List Price
$299,999
Sold Price
$325,000
Premium/Discount to List
$25,001
8.33%
Views
159

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-90.86%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 6, 2006
Sold by
Strong Anthony N and Strong Vivian E
Bought by
Strong David Mcarthur

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$45,500
Interest Rate
6.36%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 18, 2005
Sold by
Carney Albert J
Bought by
Strong Anthony N and Strong Vivian E

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$158,000
Interest Rate
5%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
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 Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $325,000 None Listed On Document
Quit Claim Deed -- None Available
Warranty Deed -- Lat
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $202,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $144,800 New Conventional
Previous Owner $45,500 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $157,147 Unknown
Previous Owner $158,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/25/2025 08/25/25 Sold $325,000 +8.3% $271 / Sq Ft
08/10/2025 08/10/25 Pending -- -- --
08/08/2025 08/08/25 For Sale $299,999 -- $250 / 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 -- $24,000 $6,740 $17,260
2023 $0 $26,180 $8,140 $18,040
2022 $0 $21,140 $0 $0
2021 $0 $17,380 $0 $0
2020 $560 $16,980 $0 $0
2019 $1,086 $32,920 $0 $0
2018 $1,041 $31,540 $0 $0
2017 $1,009 $30,580 $0 $0
2016 $1,017 $30,820 $0 $0
2015 $967 $29,300 $0 $0
2014 $921 $27,920 $0 $0
2013 -- $28,140 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Baldwin REALTORS®

MLS Number: 383120

Baldwin REALTORS®

APN: 66-01-02-2-001-069.012