Check out this custom built home in the highly desirable Gayfer Estates Plantation! Built in 2014, this well designed residence offers an open-concept floor plan with quality finishes throughout.Step inside to discover rich hardwood flooring, extensive crown molding, soaring 10-foot ceilings in the main living areas, and abundant natural light that creates a warm and inviting atmosphere. The spacious living room flows seamlessly into the well-appointed kitchen featuring painted cabinetry, granite countertops, ample workspace, and a layout perfect for entertaining or everyday living.A formal dining room accented with elegant picture molding provides the ideal setting for family gatherings and special occasions. The private primary suite serves as a relaxing retreat with a spa-inspired bath complete with a tiled walk-in shower, soaking tub, dual vanities, and an oversized walk-in closet featuring custom shelving for exceptional organization.Additional highlights include generously sized secondary bedrooms, granite countertops in the bathrooms, abundant storage, and quality craftsmanship throughout. There's a large fenced in back yard that has a huge storage shed too. Conveniently located in one of Fairhope's most sought-after neighborhoods, this home offers easy access to shopping, dining, schools, and everything the Eastern Shore has to offer.Don't miss the opportunity to make this exceptional property your next home. New Geothermal Water Heater, and HVAC Systems inside and out replaced in April 2026. Buyer to verify all information during due diligence.
Active
$395,000
278 Girby Ave, Fairhope, AL 36532
3beds
1,812sqft
Residential
Built in 2014
10,062 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$218/sqft
$20/mo HOA
What's special
Quality craftsmanship throughoutFormal dining roomSoaking tubTiled walk-in showerDual vanitiesQuality finishes throughoutPrivate primary suite
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Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Tommy Stanton 251-213-1860,
EXIT Realty Orange Beach
Source: Baldwin Realtors,MLS#: 399508
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: 1st Floor Primary
Primary bathroom
- Features: Double Vanity, Jetted Tub, Separate Shower
Dining room
- Features: Breakfast Area-Kitchen, Separate Dining Room
Heating
- Electric
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Gas Range, Refrigerator w/Ice Maker, Washer
Features
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
- Has basement: No
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas Log, Living Room, Gas
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,812
- Total interior livable area: 1,812 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Garage, Garage Door Opener
- Has attached garage: Yes
- Covered spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Has spa: Yes
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Northern View, Southern View
Lot
- Size: 10,062 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 82.8 x 120.7 Irr
- Features: Interior Lot, Few Trees, Subdivided
Details
- Parcel number: 4606140000001.549.040
- Zoning description: Single Family Residence
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Residential
Materials
- Brick, Hardboard
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Dimensional
Condition
- Resale
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2014
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: Gas-Natural
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Natural Gas Connected, Underground Utilities, Riviera Utilities
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: None
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Gayfer Estates Plantation
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Services included: Association Management, Insurance, Maintenance Grounds
- HOA fee: $240 annually
Location
- Region: Fairhope
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $218/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $351,200
- Annual tax amount: $1,616
- Price range: $395K - $395K
- Date on market: 7/16/2026
- Ownership: Whole/Full
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/16/2026 | Listed for sale | $395,000+63.9%$218/sqft |
Source:  Baldwin Realtors #399508 Report a problem | ||
| 6/22/2018 | Sold | $241,000-1.6%$133/sqft |
Source: Baldwin Realtors #270290 Report a problem | ||
| 5/29/2018 | Listed for sale | $244,900+16.6%$135/sqft |
Source: Ashurst & Niemeyer LLC #270290 Report a problem | ||
| 5/29/2018 | Listing removed | $1,800$1/sqft |
Source: Cottage Properties, LLC #265254 Report a problem | ||
| 4/17/2018 | Listed for rent | $1,800$1/sqft |
Source: Cottage Properties, LLC #265254 Report a problem | ||
| 6/13/2014 | Sold | $210,000$116/sqft |
Source: Baldwin Realtors #204966 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,369 +0.6% | $35,140 +0.6% |
| 2024 | $1,361 +5.7% | $34,940 +5.6% |
| 2023 | $1,288 | $33,080 +21.8% |
| 2022 | -- | $27,160 +7.3% |
| 2021 | $990 +3.6% | $25,320 +2.7% |
| 2020 | $955 +18.9% | $24,660 +9.5% |
| 2019 | $803 -57.8% | $22,520 -49.1% |
| 2018 | $1,904 +3.8% | $44,280 +3.8% |
| 2017 | $1,834 | $42,660 +2.2% |
| 2016 | -- | $41,740 +6.3% |
| 2015 | -- | $39,280 +461.1% |
| 2014 | -- | $7,000 |
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Neighborhood: 36532
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Fairhope East ElementaryGrades: PK-6Distance: 1.7 mi
- 10/10Fairhope Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 3.1 mi
- 9/10Fairhope High SchoolGrades: PK,9-12Distance: 3.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Fairhope East Elementary
- Middle: Fairhope Middle
- High: Fairhope High
Source: Baldwin Realtors. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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