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ActiveErrorPrice cut: $900K (5/11)
$3,900,000
3beds
2,507sqft

5490 Battles Rd, Fairhope, AL 36532

3beds
2,507sqft
Single family residence
Built in 1903
0.57 Acres
Three or more vehicles
$1,556 price/sqft

What's special

Original hardwood floors

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 ...

19 days
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1,800
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52
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Likely to sell faster than

Source: Baldwin Realtors,MLS#: 399350MLS Logo
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Living Room

Primary Bedroom

Bedroom

Zillow last checked:

Listing updated:

Listed by:

Andrea Kaiser Shilston 251-752-0192,

Crescent Sotheby's Intl Rty-Gulf Shores,

Eva Wilmott 504-259-2201

Source: Baldwin Realtors,MLS#: 399350MLS Logo

Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
  • Central, Other
Cooling
  • Electric, Other
Appliances
  • Included: Microwave, Dishwasher
Features
  • Wet Bar, En Suite, Ceiling Fan(s), High Ceilings
  • Flooring: Tile, Wood, Split Brick
  • Number of fireplaces: 3
  • Fireplace features: Master Bedroom, Other/See Remarks
Interior area
  • Total interior livable area: 2,507 sqft
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Property

Parking
  • Parking features: Three Or More Vehicles
Features
  • Stories: 1
  • Patio & porch: Patio, Rear Porch
  • Fencing: Partial
  • Has view: Yes
  • View description: Western View, Direct Bay Front
  • Has water view: Yes
  • Waterfront features: Deeded Access, Bay Front Building, Bay Access Less Than Or Equal To Quarter Mile
  • Body of water: Mobile Bay
Lot
  • Size: 0.57 Acres
  • Features: Waterfront, Bulkhead, Some Trees, Water View, Less Than 1 Acre, Irregular/See Remarks
Details
  • Parcel number: 4507250000071.000
  • Special conditions: None

Construction

Type & style
  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Architectural style: Historical
  • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
  • Roof: Metal
Condition
  • Year built: 1903

Utilities & green energy

  • Utilities for property: Fairhope Utilities

Community & HOA

Community
  • Features: More Than Two Pets Allowed
  • Security: Smoke Detector(s)
  • Subdivision: Battles Wharf
HOA
  • Has HOA: No
Location
  • Region: Fairhope

Financial & listing details

  • Price per square foot: $1,556/sqft
  • Tax assessed value: $2,719,900
  • Annual tax amount: $8,107
  • Date on market: 7/13/2026
  • Ownership type: Whole Full

Price history

DateEventPrice
5/11/2026Price change$3,900,000-18.8%$1,556/sqft
Source: Baldwin Realtors #392015 Report a problem
2/19/2026Listed for sale$4,800,000-51.3%$1,915/sqft
Source: Baldwin Realtors #392015 Report a problem
2/18/2026Listing removed$9,850,000$3,929/sqft
Source: Baldwin Realtors #382526 Report a problem
11/10/2025Price change$9,850,000-9.6%$3,929/sqft
Source: Baldwin Realtors #382526 Report a problem
7/21/2025Listed for sale$10,900,000+847.8%$4,348/sqft
Source: Baldwin Realtors #382526 Report a problem
3/18/2023Listing removed--
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
3/13/2023Listed for rent$4,500+12.5%$2/sqft
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
2/1/2020Listing removed$4,000$2/sqft
Source: Wise Living Real Estate, LLC #291282 Report a problem
11/13/2019Listed for rent$4,000$2/sqft
Source: Wise Living Real Estate, LLC #291282 Report a problem
8/27/2014Sold$1,150,000$459/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem

Public tax history

YearProperty taxesTax assessment
2025$8,107 +7%$261,500 +7%
2024$7,576 +6.2%$244,400 +6.2%
2023$7,137 $230,240 -36.2%
2022-- $360,800 +0.2%
2021$11,183 +8.6%$360,140 +8.4%
2020$10,302 +3.2%$332,320 -6.8%
2019$9,985 +1.3%$356,620 +1.3%
2018$9,857 +1.4%$352,020 +1.4%
2017$9,718 $347,060 +5.9%
2016$9,718 $327,600 +1%
2015-- $324,380 +100%
2014-- $162,220 0%
2013-- $162,240 +1.6%
2011-- $159,700 -5.2%
2010-- $168,460 -0.4%
2009$209 +3%$169,180 +0.4%
2008$203 -41.3%$168,480 +11.4%
2006$346 -1.4%$151,260 +2.3%
2005$351 +11.4%$147,820 -0.1%
2004$315 -95.8%$147,920 -45.5%
2003$7,430 +252.9%$271,640 +188.7%
2002$2,105 -17.2%$94,080
2001$2,543 +9.2%$94,080 +9%
2000$2,329 $86,280

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Monthly payment

Est. payment
$21,282/mo
Principal & interest
$20112
Property taxes
$1170
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Neighborhood: 36532

Nearby schools

Fairhope Elementary School
Grades PK-6 • 3.1 miles
10/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
9/10
Student Progress Rating
10/10
Fairhope Middle School
Grades 7-8 • 2.8 miles
10/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
10/10
Student Progress Rating
10/10
Fairhope High School
Grades PK,9-12 • 2.6 miles
9/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
10/10
College Readiness Rating
8/10
Student Progress Rating
10/10

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