Address
5490 Battles Road, Fairhope, AL
Price
$ 3,900,000
Property Attributes
- MLS#399350
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status Active
- CountyBaldwin
- CityFairhope
- NeighborhoodBattles Wharf
- Zip36532
- StyleHistorical
- Year Built1903
- Price$ 3,900,000
- Bedrooms3
- Full Bathrooms2
- Half Bathrooms0
- Sqr Footage2507
- Lot Size0.57 Acres
Data Source:
Baldwin County MLS (BCAR)
Property Description
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.
| Elementary School | Middle School | High School |
|---|---|---|
| Fairhope West Elementary Elementary School | Fairhope Middle Middle School | Fairhope High High School |
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 7/28/2026 | Listed $3,900,000 |
General Features
| Utilities | Fairhope Utilities |
|---|---|
| View | Western View,Direct Bay Front |
| Property Subtype | Residential Detached |
| Waterfront Features | Deeded Access,Bay Front Building,Bay Access Less Than Or Equal To Quarter Mile |
| Community Features | More Than Two Pets Allowed |
| County | Baldwin |
| Property Type | Residential |
| HOA | false |
| Subdivision Name | Battles Wharf |
| Status | Active |
| Directions | Scenic 98 South towards The Grand Hotel. Right on Battles Rd. Left onto driveway with Dyas sign. |
| High School | Fairhope High |
| City | Fairhope |
| MLS Area | Baldwin |
| Elementary School | Fairhope West Elementary |
| Middle/Junior High School | Fairhope Middle |
| Standard Status | Active |
| Virtual Tour | https://www.zillow.com/view-imx/ffc90c0f-e7d3-46d8-a978-ecc4f43881f8?setAttribution=mls&wl=true&initialViewType=pano&utm_source=dashboard |
| Heating | Central,Other |
| Cooling | Electric,Other |
| Roof | Metal |
| Appliances | Gas Range,Microwave,Dishwasher,Washer/Dryer Stacked,Plumbed For Ice Maker,Smoke Detector |
| Patio/Porch Features | Patio,Rear Porch |
| Architectural Style | Historical |
| Year Built | 1903 |
| Full Baths | 2 |
| Stories Count | 1 |
| Body of Water | Mobile Bay |
Interior Features
| Air Conditioning Y/N | true |
|---|---|
| Heating Y/N | true |
| Fireplace Y/N | true |
| Interior Amenities | Wet Bar,En Suite,Ceiling Fan(s),High Ceilings |
| Flooring | Tile,Wood,Split Brick |
| Total Fireplaces | 3 |
| Fireplace Features | Master Bedroom,Other/See Remarks |
| Total Bedrooms | 3 |
| LivingAreaSource | Tax Records |
| Total Baths | 2 |
Exterior Features
| Lot Features | Waterfront,Bulkhead,Some Trees,Water View,Less Than 1 Acre,Irregular/See Remarks |
|---|---|
| Lot Size Acres | 0.57 |
| Parking Features | Three Or More Vehicles |
| Fencing | Partial |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
Property vs Single Family Average in 36532
Price
Year Built
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