5490 Battles Rd Fairhope, AL 36532
Point Clear NeighborhoodEstimated payment $20,972/month
Highlights
- Deeded Waterfront Access Rights
- 100 Feet of Waterfront
- Wood Flooring
- Fairhope West Elementary School Rated A-
- Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
- High Ceiling
About This Home
This property offers a rare blend of historic character, modern comfort, and an unmatched bayfront lifestyle all nestled in one of the most picturesque communities of the Eastern Shore. Discover this beautifully maintained 3 bedroom, 2 bath cottage featuring 12+ foot ceilings, updated kitchen with wet bar, original hardwood floors, and a spacious climate-controlled sunroom, ideal for entertaining year-round. This historic cottage, built in 1903, originally served as a guest house for one of Fairhope’s original waterfront hotels. Tucked beneath a canopy of ancient oaks, the property encompasses .57 acres with 100 feet of direct Mobile Bay frontage. Whether you're envisioning a multi-generational bayfront retreat or simply a place to slow down and savor life by the water, this is a legacy property like no other. Buyer to verify all information during due diligence.
Listing Agent
Crescent Sotheby's Intl Rty-Gulf Shores License #82934-1 Listed on: 07/13/2026
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Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1903
Lot Details
- 24,829 Sq Ft Lot
- 100 Feet of Waterfront
- Property Fronts a Bay or Harbor
- Partially Fenced Property
- Historic Home
Home Design
- Metal Roof
Interior Spaces
- 2,507 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Wet Bar
- High Ceiling
- Ceiling Fan
- 3 Fireplaces
- Fire and Smoke Detector
- Stacked Washer and Dryer
- Property Views
Kitchen
- Gas Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Wood
- Brick
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Outdoor Features
- Deeded Waterfront Access Rights
- Bulkhead
- Patio
- Rear Porch
Schools
- Fairhope West Elementary School
- Fairhope Middle School
- Fairhope High School
Utilities
- Cooling Available
- Central Heating
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 45-07-25-0-000-071.000
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Tax History
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| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $8,107 | $261,500 | $218,580 | $42,920 |
| 2024 | $7,576 | $244,400 | $203,000 | $41,400 |
| 2023 | $7,137 | $230,240 | $197,120 | $33,120 |
| 2022 | $11,662 | $376,200 | $0 | $0 |
| 2021 | $11,183 | $360,140 | $0 | $0 |
| 2020 | $10,302 | $332,320 | $0 | $0 |
| 2019 | $9,985 | $356,620 | $0 | $0 |
| 2018 | $9,857 | $352,020 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $9,718 | $347,060 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $9,173 | $327,600 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | -- | $324,380 | $0 | $0 |
| 2014 | -- | $162,220 | $0 | $0 |
| 2013 | -- | $162,240 | $0 | $0 |
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/18/2026 09/18/26 | Price Changed | $3,595,000 | -7.8% | $1,434 / Sq Ft |
| 07/13/2026 07/13/26 | For Sale | $3,900,000 | 0.0% | $1,556 / Sq Ft |
| 05/29/2024 05/29/24 | Off Market | $2,400 | -- | -- |
| 05/29/2024 05/29/24 | Off Market | $4,000 | -- | -- |
| 03/18/2023 03/18/23 | Rented | $2,400 | -46.7% | -- |
| 02/02/2023 02/02/23 | For Rent | $4,500 | +12.5% | -- |
| 02/01/2020 02/01/20 | Rented | $4,000 | 0.0% | -- |
| 11/12/2019 11/12/19 | For Rent | $4,000 | -- | -- |
Purchase History
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| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $1,150,000 | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | $10,000 | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | $10,000 | None Available | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available |
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $90,000 | New Conventional |
Source: Baldwin REALTORS®
MLS Number: 399350
APN: 45-07-25-0-000-071.000
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