649 W Fort Morgan Rd, Gulf Shores, AL 36542
What's special
Welcome to “The Sunset Sanctuary”, a Private Coastal Compound crafted for unforgettable waterfront living. Beyond the gated entrance, this rare retreat blends thoughtful updates with timeless design, creating the perfect setting for gathering, relaxing, and celebrating life on the water. Recent improvements include a refurbished kitchen and laundry cabinetry, a new refrigerator, updated AC units, roof (2022), a fully redone elevator (2024), new recessed lighting, composite front and back decking, refreshed sidewalks, upgraded landscaping, a new sprinkler system, and full perimeter fencing. Outdoors, the property lives like your very own Private Resort. Enjoy a sparkling saltwater pool with travertine decking, a private pier, a gazebo with flow-through decking, an additional waterfront platform, a boat lift, and four jet ski lifts. Sip morning coffee overlooking Little Lagoon, take sunset cruises from your backyard, or host unforgettable evenings beneath the coastal sky. Offered fully furnished and including the Sea Pro boat, all four jet skis, golf cart and the adjacent parcel (approximately 1.8 acres already cleared, with a boat dock, lift and jetty)!!! Create a guest house or private retreat (we have plans on hand for anyone interested). This is a rare turnkey waterfront estate ready to enjoy from day one. There are places you visit and then there are places that stay with you. The Sunset Sanctuary isn’t just a home; it’s a legacy property built for generations to come. Buyer to verify all information during due diligence.
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Living Room
Kitchen
Primary Bedroom
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Listing updated:
Ian Wallace 251-980-2000,
RE/MAX on the Coast
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 4
Heating
- Central, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Washer, Cooktop, Microwave, Dishwasher
Features
- Internet, Bunk Room, Ceiling Fan(s), Private Elevator, Split Bedroom Plan
- Flooring: Tile, Luxury Vinyl Plank
- Windows: Window Treatments
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 3,800 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Parking features: Attached, Side Entrance, Double Carport, Three Or More Vehicles
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio, Rear Porch, Porch Open, Front Porch, Covered Patio
- Exterior features: Irrigation Sprinkler
- Pool features: Gunite, Private, In Ground, Salt Water
- Spa features: Outdoor Hot Tub
- Fencing: Fenced
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Southern View, Direct Lagoon Front
- Waterfront features: Deeded Access, Lake Front Building
- Body of water: Little Lagoon
Lot
- Size: 3.82 Acres
- Features: Waterfront, Pier, Gates, Boat Lift, Some Trees, Water View
Details
- Has additional parcels: Yes
- Parcel number: 6604184000040.000
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Raised Beach
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- Year built: 2006
Utilities & green energy
- Utilities for property: Water City, Sewage City, Cable
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: None
- Security: Security System, Security Lights, Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Gulf Woods
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Gulf Shores
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $842/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,700,400
- Annual tax amount: $5,612
- Date on market: 5/6/2026
- Ownership type: Whole Full
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/7/2026 | Price change | $3,199,900-3%$842/sqft |
Source:  Baldwin Realtors #396196 Report a problem | ||
| 5/6/2026 | Listed for sale | $3,299,900-5.2%$868/sqft |
Source: Baldwin Realtors #396196 Report a problem | ||
| 11/1/2025 | Listing removed | $3,480,000$916/sqft |
Source: Baldwin Realtors #382613 Report a problem | ||
| 7/23/2025 | Listed for sale | $3,480,000+216.4%$916/sqft |
Source: Baldwin Realtors #382613 Report a problem | ||
| 6/18/2021 | Sold | $1,100,000+80.2%$289/sqft |
Source: Baldwin Realtors #311062 Report a problem | ||
| 6/29/2012 | Sold | $610,500+4.1%$161/sqft |
Source: Baldwin Realtors #186676 Report a problem | ||
| 5/2/2012 | Listed for sale | $586,500$154/sqft |
Source: REMAX TODAY Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,612 +34% | $170,060 +34% |
| 2024 | $4,187 +4.2% | $126,880 +4.2% |
| 2023 | $4,017 | $121,720 +37.2% |
| 2022 | -- | $88,740 +12.7% |
| 2021 | $5,487 +106.5% | $78,720 -2.2% |
| 2020 | $2,657 +7.3% | $80,500 +7.3% |
| 2019 | $2,476 +7.1% | $75,040 +7.1% |
| 2018 | $2,312 +4.8% | $70,060 +4.8% |
| 2017 | $2,206 | $66,840 +1% |
| 2016 | $2,206 | $66,160 +13.9% |
| 2015 | -- | $58,080 +5.1% |
| 2014 | -- | $55,280 -0.9% |
| 2013 | -- | $55,760 -3.6% |
| 2011 | -- | $57,860 -3.2% |
| 2010 | -- | $59,800 -8.6% |
| 2009 | -- | $65,440 -13.8% |
| 2008 | -- | $75,940 +3.8% |
| 2007 | -- | $73,140 +126.3% |
| 2006 | $1,067 +124.1% | $32,320 +73% |
| 2005 | $476 -72.8% | $18,680 -64.7% |
| 2004 | $1,747 +156.3% | $52,940 +100.2% |
| 2003 | $682 -19.3% | $26,440 +3.3% |
| 2002 | $845 +1.5% | $25,600 |
| 2001 | $832 +48.4% | $25,600 |
| 2000 | $561 | $25,600 |
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