NOT LISTED FOR SALE

8818 Dolphin Ln Gulf Shores, AL 36542

Gulf Highlands Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $716,000 - $751,475

3 Beds
3 Baths
1,600 Sq Ft
$455/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold January 31, 2017

Last sale price $351,000 $219 Per Sq Ft

Est. 108% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $4,139/month

108 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Community Beach Access
  • Fishing Pier
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Water access To Gulf or Ocean
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Wood Flooring

About This Home

As of January 2017

Absolutely beautiful 3/3 within walking distance to the deeded beach access. Super high located on top of a dune. No flood insurance required on this home. Great water views from your balcony. Solid pine floors, granite countertops, SS appliances, gas fireplace, wood beams in living area, crown molding throughout and beautiful furnishings. Complete renovation on this home is the last 5 years. New metal roof and new windows. It was taken down to the studs and updated. This home will not disappoint!!! Cabana Beach has deeded bay access as well. You get the best of both worlds at a price under $355,000.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Lance Steffek

eXp Realty Southern Branch Listed on: 09/02/2016

eXp Realty Southern Branch

Last Buyer's Agent

Kasey Bruer

Stable Properties

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $505

Year Built

  • Built in 1978

Lot Details

  • 0.5 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 76x270

Home Design

  • Wood Frame Construction
  • Metal Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,600 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • ENERGY STAR Qualified Ceiling Fan
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Combination Dining and Living Room

Kitchen

  • Electric Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Full Bathrooms

Additional Features

  • Water access To Gulf or Ocean
  • Central Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

Overview

  • Cabana Beach Subdivision

Recreation

  • Fishing Pier
  • Community Beach Access

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$505

Year Built

Built in 1978

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Class: Residential-Single Family
  • Construction Foundation: Wood Frame
  • Property Amenities: Porch-Open, Vaulted Ceiling
  • Property Type: Residential Detached
  • Style: Ranch
  • Zoning Area: Single Family Residence
  • Year Built: 1978
  • Geo Subdivision: AL
  • Subdivsn Or Commnty: Cabana Beach
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Range-Electric, Refrigerator
  • Estimated Living Area: 1600
  • Bathrooms: 3
  • Bedroom 2: Dimensions: 12x11
  • Bedroom 3: Dimensions: 11x11, On Level: Main Level
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Dining Area Type: Lvg/Dng/Ktchn Combo
  • Fireplace: Living Room, Woodburning
  • Floors: Tile, Wood
  • Great Room: Dimensions: 35x20
  • Master Bed: Dimensions: 16x13
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 219.38
  • Property Interior Stories: 1

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Finish: Wood
  • Roof: Metal
  • Water Property Type: Bay Access (Wlk <=1/4 Mi), Beach Accs (Wlk <=1/4 Mi), Gulf Accs (Wlk <=1/4 Mi)

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking: No Garage/Carport/Parking

Utilities

  • Heat Cooling: Central Electric, Central Electric (Cool)
  • Utilities: Sewage-City, Water-City

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Amenities: Fishing Pier

Lot Info

  • Estimated Lot Size: 0.5
  • Lot Size: 76x270

Green Features

  • Energy Saving Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Double Pane Windows

Tax Info

  • Property Taxes: 505
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 55329

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 2, 2016
Closed on
Jan 30, 2017
Sold by
Simmons Joseph S and Masterson Deborah Larcher
Bought by
Goodwin Jason R and Bolgeo Mary A
Seller's Agent
Lance Steffek
eXp Realty Southern Branch
Buyer's Agent
Kasey Bruer
Stable Properties
List Price
$351,000
Sold Price
$351,000
Total Days on Market
108
Current Estimated Value
$728,619

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$377,619
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.31%
Original Mortgage
$131,000
Outstanding Balance
$68,260
Interest Rate
3.52%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$668,330

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 19, 2016
Sold by
Simmons Joseph S and Simmons Deborah Masterson
Bought by
Simmons Joseph S and Masterson Deborah Larcher

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 20, 2012
Sold by
Camp Frank H and Camp Helen C
Bought by
Simmons Joseph S and Simmons Deborah Masterson
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Goodwin Jason R $220,000 Attorneys Title Inc
Simmons Joseph S $180,500 None Available
Simmons Joseph S -- Attorneys Title Inc
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Goodwin Jason R $131,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
01/31/2017 01/31/17 Sold $351,000 0.0% $219 / Sq Ft
12/19/2016 12/19/16 Pending -- -- --
09/02/2016 09/02/16 For Sale $351,000 -- $219 / 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 $3,263 $116,540 $40,300 $76,240
2023 $3,393 $118,620 $37,700 $80,920
2022 $2,636 $94,160 $0 $0
2021 $2,124 $73,440 $0 $0
2020 $1,952 $66,780 $0 $0
2019 $1,820 $61,880 $0 $0
2018 $1,638 $55,860 $0 $0
2017 $777 $27,760 $0 $0
2016 $526 $18,800 $0 $0
2015 -- $18,040 $0 $0
2014 -- $14,860 $0 $0
2013 -- $14,060 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Lance Steffek

    Seller's Agent in 2017

    Lance Steffek

    eXp Realty Southern Branch

    (251) 923-7902

    6 in this area

    107 Total Sales

    Lance Steffek
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  • Kasey Bruer

    Buyer's Agent in 2017

    Kasey Bruer

    Stable Properties

    (251) 234-5300

    46 Total Sales

    Kasey Bruer
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Map

Source: Baldwin REALTORS®

MLS Number: 244050

Baldwin REALTORS®

APN: 68-08-28-0-001-106.000

Alabama Baldwin County Gulf Shores 36542 Gulf Highlands

8818 Dolphin Ln, Gulf Shores, AL

This home is located at 8818 Dolphin Ln, Gulf Shores, AL 36542 since 02 September 2016 and is currently estimated at $728,619, approximately $455 per square foot. This property was built in 1978. 8818 Dolphin Ln is a home located in Baldwin County with nearby schools including Foley Elementary School, Foley Middle School, and Foley High School.

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