NOT LISTED FOR SALE

8959 Dolphin Ln Gulf Shores, AL 36542

Gulf Highlands Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $759,000 - $834,000

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,700 Sq Ft
$475/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold March 30, 2021

Last sale price $552,000 $325 Per Sq Ft

Est. 46% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $4,690/month

24 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Water access To Gulf or Ocean
  • Gulf View
  • Wood Flooring
  • Fishing Pier
  • Heavily Wooded Lot
  • High Ceiling

About This Home

As of March 2021

Charming DREAMY cottage perched atop the dunes in popular Cabana Beach! Warning - you will fall instantly in LOVE with this 3 bedroom custom one owner property. Unique and private with beautiful GULF VIEWS. You feel at ONE with NATURE nestled in a lush setting with MATURE landscaping. Step inside and you can feel the WARMTH and LOVE this house exudes with POPLAR FLOORS and SOARING CEILINGS to let the light shine in. Spend your days on the SLEEPY porch with collected sea shells from years gone by. Be LAZY on the bottom floor outside living area with FUN ART and SWING your worries away. STEP INSIDE to an OPEN living and dining area with white cabinety and baby blue splashes of color. Stay warm and COZY as you can gather around the fireplace. Main level features two guest bedrooms with a hall bath boasting an antique chest. LOADS of character throughout! TOP FLOOR MASTER SUITE is grand with HUGE LOOKOUT at the GULF. Private and charming with BONUS nook perfect for office or lounging. This home is TURN KEY with hardy siding, hurricane shutters, and UPDATED finishes. Want amenities? Beach Club membership is available to buyer offering endless pools and activities. Want to fish? Enjoy bay access across the road. Enjoy the ultimate beach life at Cabana Beach! This one won’t last!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Debra Wood

Engel and Volkers Gulf Shores License #101349 Listed on: 01/29/2021

Last Buyer's Agent

Robert Tarziers

Coastal Alabama Real Estate

Coastal Alabama Real Estate

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,125

Year Built

  • Built in 2007

Lot Details

  • Lot Dimensions are 75 x 125
  • Irregular Lot
  • Heavily Wooded Lot

HOA Fees

  • $25 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • Carport

Home Design

  • Raised Foundation
  • Slab Foundation
  • Metal Roof
  • Hardboard

Interior Spaces

  • 1,700 Sq Ft Home
  • 1.5-Story Property
  • Partially Furnished
  • High Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Gulf Views

Kitchen

  • Electric Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Additional Features

  • Water access To Gulf or Ocean
  • Heat Pump System

Listing and Financial Details

  • Home warranty included in the sale of the property
  • Assessor Parcel Number 68-08-28-0-001-093.000

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include management
  • The community has rules related to covenants, conditions, and restrictions

Recreation

  • Fishing Pier

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,125

Year Built

Built in 2007

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$25 per month

Listing Details

  • Class: Residential-Single Family
  • Construction Foundation: Slab & Piers
  • Construction Status: Resale
  • Flood Zone: 0.2 PCT
  • Home Warranty: Yes
  • Property Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s), High Ceilings
  • Property Type: Residential Detached
  • Restrictive Covenants: Yes
  • Style: Raised Beach
  • View: Indirect Gulf-Across Rd
  • Owners Association: Yes
  • Parcel Id Tax Id: 68-08-28-0-001-093.000
  • Year Built: 2007
  • Geo Subdivision: AL
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range-Electric, Refrigerator W/Ice Maker, Washer
  • Estimated Living Area: 1700
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Bedroom 2: Dimensions: 10 x 11, On Level: Main Level
  • Bedroom 3: Dimensions: 10 x 12, On Level: Main Level
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace: Gas Start
  • Floors: Tile, Wood
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Kitchen: Dimensions: 18 x 14, On Level: Main Level
  • Living Dining: Dimensions: 24 x 15, On Level: Main Level
  • Master Bed: Dimensions: 15 x 18, On Level: 2
  • Primary Bedroom Bathroom: Double Vanity, Garden Tub
  • Number Of Fireplaces: 1
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 324.71
  • Property Interior Stories: 1.5
  • Primary Bedroom Bathroom Combo: Yes

Exterior Features

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

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking: Double Carport

Utilities

  • Heat Cooling: Heat Pump
  • Utilities: Baldwin Emc, Gulf Shores Utilities

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Association Fees: 300
  • Association Fees Include: Association Management
  • Community Amenities: Fishing Pier

Schools

  • Elementary School: Orange Beach Elementary
  • High School: Gulf Shores

Lot Info

  • Lot Block Unit: 2
  • Lot Description: Heavily Wooded Lot, Irregular-See Remarks, Water View
  • Lot Size: 75 x 125

Rental Info

  • Furnished: Partially
  • Incm Producing Potential: Yes
  • More Than2 Pets Allowed: Yes

Tax Info

  • Property Taxes: 1125.06
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 39161

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 29, 2021
Closed on
Mar 29, 2021
Sold by
Yates William Edward and Yates Patricia Taylor
Bought by
Tucker Joseph S and Tucker Alexandra
Seller's Agent
Debra Wood
Engel and Volkers Gulf Shores
Buyer's Agent
Robert Tarziers
Coastal Alabama Real Estate
List Price
$559,000
Sold Price
$552,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$7,000
-1.25%
Total Days on Market
24
Current Estimated Value
$807,323

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$255,323
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.26%
Original Mortgage
$495,800
Outstanding Balance
$451,808
Interest Rate
2.9%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$317,307
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
Tucker Joseph S -- Professional Land Title Inc
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Tucker Joseph S $495,800
Previous Owner Yates William Edward $177,175
Previous Owner Yates Ii William E $180,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
03/30/2021 03/30/21 Sold $552,000 -1.3% $325 / Sq Ft
02/22/2021 02/22/21 Pending -- -- --
01/29/2021 01/29/21 For Sale $559,000 -- $329 / 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 $4,560 $162,840 $37,200 $125,640
2023 $4,266 $152,340 $20,880 $131,460
2022 $3,226 $115,220 $0 $0
2021 $1,193 $42,600 $0 $0
2020 $1,208 $43,140 $0 $0
2019 $1,108 $39,560 $0 $0
2018 $980 $35,000 $0 $0
2017 $946 $33,800 $0 $0
2016 $921 $32,900 $0 $0
2015 -- $30,040 $0 $0
2014 -- $24,840 $0 $0
2013 -- $21,720 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Debra Wood

    Seller's Agent in 2021

    Debra Wood

    Engel and Volkers Gulf Shores

    (251) 550-2767

    11 in this area

    210 Total Sales

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  • Robert Tarziers

    Buyer's Agent in 2021

    Robert Tarziers

    Coastal Alabama Real Estate

    (251) 895-9278

    6 in this area

    153 Total Sales

    Robert Tarziers
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Map

Source: Baldwin REALTORS®

MLS Number: 308860

Baldwin REALTORS®

APN: 68-08-28-0-001-093.000

Alabama Baldwin County Gulf Shores 36542 Gulf Highlands

8959 Dolphin Ln, Gulf Shores, AL

This home is located at 8959 Dolphin Ln, Gulf Shores, AL 36542 since 29 January 2021 and is currently estimated at $807,323, approximately $474 per square foot. This property was built in 2007. 8959 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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