$575,000
SOLD FEB 17, 2025

640 W Canal Dr Gulf Shores, AL 36542

3 Beds
3 Baths
2,008 Sq Ft
8,189 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$286 Per Sq Ft

10% Below List Price

9 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Property fronts an intracoastal waterway
  • Sitting Area In Primary Bedroom
  • Jetted Tub in Primary Bathroom
  • Gulf Shores Elementary School Rated A-
  • Contemporary Architecture
  • 1 Fireplace

About This Home

As of February 2025

PRICED TO SELL! WATERFRONT HOME! This cozy waterfront home is situated on a large 50' x 164' lot with deep water access on the Intracoastal Waterway! A dream location for boating enthusiasts, you’re just a short ride to Lulu’s in Gulf Shores or The Wharf in Orange Beach for dining, shopping, and entertainment.Highlights of this property include:Expansive Waterfront Lot: Build your dream dock and boat slip shoreline this property offers easy access to the Gulf of Mexico, and Mobile Bay. Charming and Functional Home: This 3-bedroom, 3-bath home is nestled on the quiet end of Canal Road, blending tranquility with convenience.Primary Suite Oasis: Relax in your private sitting area overlooking the waterway, complemented by a walk-in closet and an en suite bathroom with a jetted tub, separate shower, and double vanity.Spacious Living Areas: The downstairs features an inviting living room with a fireplace (natural gas logs), and French doors that open to an expansive screened porch with breathtaking water views.Well-Appointed Kitchen: Enjoy cooking in a kitchen with granite countertops, white cabinetry accented with glass doors, and a natural gas stove.Heated and Cooled Garage: A rare bonus, ideal for hobbies, storage, or an additional workspace.Energy Efficiency: The home features split climate systems, including a top-of-the-line Infinity heat pump upstairs with air purification and UV lights.This home offers the best of waterfront living, whether you’re sipping coffee while watching the boats from your suite, entertaining guests on the screened porch, or heading out on the water. With nearby beaches, dining, and entertainment accessible by boat, car, or foot, the location is unbeatable.Call today to schedule your private showing and make your waterfront dream a reality! Buyer to verify all information during due diligence.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Heather Harp

RE/MAX of Orange Beach Brokerage Phone: 251-533-6677 Listed on: 11/26/2024

Last Buyer's Agent

Myranda Wulff

RE/MAX Paradise

RE/MAX Paradise

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,911

Year Built

  • Built in 1999

Lot Details

  • 8,189 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 50 x 164
  • Property fronts an intracoastal waterway
  • Level Lot

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Wood Frame Construction
  • Composition Roof
  • Hardboard

Interior Spaces

  • 2,008 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Combination Dining and Living Room
  • Screened Porch
  • Tile Flooring
  • Intracoastal Views
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Kitchen

  • Electric Range
  • <<microwave>>
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Sitting Area In Primary Bedroom
  • Primary bedroom located on second floor
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 3 Full Bathrooms
  • Dual Vanity Sinks in Primary Bathroom
  • Jetted Tub in Primary Bathroom
  • Separate Shower

Parking

  • Garage
  • Automatic Garage Door Opener

Schools

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

Utilities

  • ENERGY STAR Qualified Air Conditioning
  • Heat Pump System
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Legal Lot and Block 119 / 119
  • Assessor Parcel Number 6603071000031.000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,911

Year Built

Built in 1999

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • View: Direct ICW Front
  • Parcel Number: 6603071000031.000
  • Year Built: 1999
  • Property Sub-Type: Contemporary
  • ResoCommunityFeatures: None
  • ResoLotFeatures: Level, Waterfront
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.188
  • Water Body Name: Intracoastal Waterway
  • ResoSecurityFeatures: Smoke Detector(s)
  • Attribution Contact: PHONE: 251-533-6677
  • Co List Office Phone: 251-981-2400
  • Ownership: Whole/Full
  • MLS Status: Closed
  • Subdivision Name: Canal Div Gulf Shor
  • Architectural Style: Contemporary
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: Assessor
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Unit Levels: Two
  • Living Area: 2008
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • ResoPropertyCondition: Resale
  • Financial Info Electric: Total Electric
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: Assessor
  • BK20_LFD_BoatFacilities_4: Water Depth (4 ft+)
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Electric Range, Refrigerator w/Ice Maker, Electric Water Heater
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Tile
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Assessor
  • Dining Room Features: Lvg/Dng Combo
  • Room Bedroom3 Area: 156
  • Master Bedroom Master Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Bedroom2 Area: 132
  • Room Bedroom3 Level: Second
  • Master Bedroom Master Bedroom Width: 17
  • Room Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Master Bedroom Features: Sitting Area, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Room Kitchen Area: 121
  • Room Master Bedroom Area: 221
  • Master Bathroom Features: Double Vanity, Jetted Tub, Separate Shower

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Composition
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • View: Yes
  • Waterfront Features: ICW Front - Building
  • Construction Type: Hardboard, Wood Frame
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch-Screened

Garage/Parking

  • Covered Parking Spaces: 2
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Double Garage, Automatic Garage Door

Utilities

  • Utilities: Cable Available
  • Cooling: Heat Pump, Ceiling Fan(s), ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Electric
  • HeatingYN: Yes
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No

Schools

  • Middle Or Junior School: Gulf Shores Middle

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 50 x 164
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 8189.28
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Square Feet
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: SquareFeet

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 1910.7
  • Tax Block: 119
  • Tax Lot: 119

MLS Schools

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

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 26, 2024
Closed on
Feb 14, 2025
Sold by
Blankenship Brian P and Blankenship Patsy J
Bought by
Gann Timothy D and Hiett Jada
Seller's Agent
Heather Harp
RE/MAX of Orange Beach
Buyer's Agent
Myranda Wulff
RE/MAX Paradise
List Price
$640,000
Sold Price
$575,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$65,000
-10.16%
Views
25

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
59.34%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 1, 2014
Sold by
Baker Harold G and Baker Karan T
Bought by
Blankenship Brian P and Blankenship Patsy J

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$335,000
Interest Rate
4.16%
Mortgage Type
Seller Take Back

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 11, 2010
Closed on
May 25, 2012
Sold by
Carter Margit and Kollenborn Donald W
Bought by
Baker Harold G and Baker Karan T
Seller's Agent
Christine Slaughter
Realty Executives Gulf Coast
Buyer's Agent
David Egbert
Alabama Beach Realty LLC
List Price
$310,000
Sold Price
$310,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.34%
Original Mortgage
$100,000
Interest Rate
3.76%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving
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 $575,000 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed -- Attorneys Title Inc
Warranty Deed $310,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $329,500 New Conventional
Previous Owner $335,000 Seller Take Back
Previous Owner $100,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $118,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/21/2025 05/21/25 For Sale $799,000 +39.0% $398 / Sq Ft
02/17/2025 02/17/25 Sold $575,000 -10.2% $286 / Sq Ft
12/05/2024 12/05/24 Pending -- -- --
11/26/2024 11/26/24 For Sale $640,000 +106.5% $319 / Sq Ft
05/25/2012 05/25/12 Sold $310,000 0.0% $139 / Sq Ft
04/25/2012 04/25/12 Pending -- -- --
09/11/2010 09/11/10 For Sale $310,000 -- $139 / 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 $1,544 $58,980 $21,360 $37,620
2023 $1,515 $57,900 $22,520 $35,380
2022 $1,206 $46,240 $0 $0
2021 $1,021 $38,620 $0 $0
2020 $969 $37,280 $0 $0
2019 $1,018 $39,120 $0 $0
2018 $904 $34,820 $0 $0
2017 $850 $32,800 $0 $0
2016 $804 $31,040 $0 $0
2015 -- $30,580 $0 $0
2014 -- $60,820 $0 $0
2013 -- $60,660 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Baldwin REALTORS®

MLS Number: 370970

Baldwin REALTORS®

APN: 66-03-07-1-000-031.000