Welcome to the Playful Pelican! This 2BR/2BA raised beach cottage sits 17 miles down Fort Morgan Road on Buchanan Ct. E in a quiet, low traffic setting with a beach access at the end of the street. This meticulously maintained home has seen extensive updates, including major electrical and plumbing improvements, new HVAC and water heater, upgraded Hardie board siding with fresh paint, new windows and doors, modern interior lighting and Craftsman-style doors, WiFi-enabled security locks, and new appliances throughout — contact agent or see docs for full list of improvements. The layout includes an open living/kitchen area, porcelain tile flooring, two spacious bedrooms, and covered outdoor spaces on both the porch and the area underneath the home. Under the house, you’ll find ample seating along with an outdoor shower, sink, and storage room. Ideal for a short term rental, second home or full time living. Convenient to marinas, golf, and local dining along the Fort Morgan peninsula! Please use ShowingTime to schedule appointments. Contact Buddy for more information. Buyer to verify all information during due diligence.
Active
Price increase: $20K (7/27)
$714,900
437 Buchanan Ct E, Gulf Shores, AL 36542
2beds
1,050sqft
:
Get pre-qualified$4,139/mo
Single Family Residence
Built in 1993
6,316 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$681/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 79 days |
- 313 |
- 10 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Buddy McDaniel buddybeachfront@gmail.com,
McDaniel Realty Group
Source: Baldwin Realtors,MLS#: 396738
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Washer, Microwave, Dishwasher
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- Flooring: Tile
- Has fireplace: No
- Fireplace features: No Fireplace
- Furnished: Yes
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,050 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Other/See Remarks
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Porch Wrap, Front Porch
- Exterior features: Storage, Outdoor Shower
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Indirect Gulf Side
- Waterfront features: Deeded Access, Bay Access Less Than Or Equal To Quarter Mile, Gulf Access Less Than Or Equal To Quarter Mile, Beach Access Less Than Or Equal To Quarter Mile
Lot
- Size: 6,316 Square Feet
- Features: Water View, Less Than 1 Acre
Details
- Parcel number: 6908010004132.000
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Raised Beach
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- Year built: 1993
Utilities & green energy
- Utilities for property: Water City, Baldwin EMC, Sewage City, Gulf Shores Utilities, Baldwin Co Sewer Service
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Water Access Deeded
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Buchanan Court
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Gulf Shores
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $681/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $572,100
- Annual tax amount: $3,204
- Date on market: 11/17/2025
- Ownership type: Whole Full
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/27/2026 | Price change | $734,900+2.8%$700/sqft |
Source:  Baldwin Realtors #388237 Report a problem | ||
| 5/22/2026 | Price change | $714,900-2.7%$681/sqft |
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| 5/19/2026 | Listed for sale | $734,900$700/sqft |
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| 5/19/2026 | Listing removed | $734,900$700/sqft |
Source: Baldwin Realtors #388237 Report a problem | ||
| 3/27/2026 | Price change | $734,900-3.9%$700/sqft |
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| 3/10/2026 | Price change | $765,000-1.3%$729/sqft |
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| 11/18/2025 | Listed for sale | $775,000+231.2%$738/sqft |
Source: Baldwin Realtors #388237 Report a problem | ||
| 11/28/2014 | Sold | $234,000+11.4%$223/sqft |
Source: Baldwin Realtors #214435 Report a problem | ||
| 3/20/2013 | Sold | $210,000+75%$200/sqft |
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| 10/6/2010 | Sold | $120,000$114/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,204 +5.4% | $114,420 +5.4% |
| 2024 | $3,039 +4.4% | $108,540 +4.4% |
| 2023 | $2,911 | $103,980 +63.6% |
| 2022 | -- | $63,540 +18.5% |
| 2021 | $1,503 -0.6% | $53,600 -0.7% |
| 2020 | $1,511 -10.1% | $53,980 -10.1% |
| 2019 | $1,681 +151% | $60,040 +151% |
| 2018 | $670 +14.8% | $23,920 +14.8% |
| 2017 | $584 | $20,840 -1.7% |
| 2016 | $584 | $21,200 -40.1% |
| 2015 | -- | $35,420 +7% |
| 2014 | -- | $33,100 +24% |
| 2013 | -- | $26,700 +1.6% |
| 2011 | -- | $26,280 +83.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $14,300 -35.9% |
| 2009 | $624 -20.6% | $22,300 -20.6% |
| 2008 | $787 -6.4% | $28,100 -6.4% |
| 2007 | $841 +139.8% | $30,020 +139.8% |
| 2006 | $351 +7% | $12,520 +7% |
| 2005 | $328 +14% | $11,700 +14% |
| 2004 | $287 | $10,260 +20.4% |
| 2003 | $287 +20.4% | $8,520 |
| 2002 | $239 +1.8% | $8,520 |
| 2001 | $234 -50% | $8,520 -50% |
| 2000 | $469 | $17,040 |
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Neighborhood: 36542
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Foley Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 21.7 mi
- 4/10Foley Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 21.7 mi
- 7/10Foley High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 20.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Foley Elementary
- Middle: Foley Middle
- High: Foley 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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