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    $425,000

    659 Nichols Ave, Fairhope, AL 36532

    3beds
    1,184sqft
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    Residential
    Built in 1981
    10,018 Square Feet Lot
    $413,800 Zestimate®
    $359/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    New roofBeautifully renovated cottageUpdated framingFully rebuilt additionBack doorDesigner fixturesNew maytag appliances
    Whether for full-time living, a second home, or investment potential, location is everything, and this one delivers. Perfectly positioned less than a mile from downtown Fairhope and just a short golf cart ride to Fairhope Municipal Pier & Park and picturesque Mobile Bay, this beautifully renovated cottage offers an exceptional opportunity to enjoy one of Coastal Alabama’s most vibrant lifestyles. Located only .4 miles from Fairhope’s luxury corridors at a fraction of surrounding price points, the home blends charm, convenience, and value in an unbeatable setting. Enjoy quick access to downtown dining, boutique shopping, waterfront parks, and the relaxed coastal atmosphere that continues to make Fairhope one of the South’s most beloved towns. Extensive renovations completed between 2023–2025 provide peace of mind, including a new roof, updated framing, select subflooring, windows, back door, and a fully rebuilt addition (2023). Recent improvements include insulation, sheetrock, upgraded LVP flooring, interior and front doors, designer fixtures, custom-built cabinetry, and new Maytag appliances. Major systems have also been comprehensively updated, including HVAC with new ductwork, electrical with new wiring, and plumbing with new piping installed in 2024, plus sewer lines replaced in 2025. HVAC, hot water heater, countertops, and appliances remain under warranty and will convey. The property also offers space for a boat and golf cart, along with an orange tree and fire pit that enhance the backyard retreat. Convenient proximity to Thomas Hospital further adds to the home’s appeal for a variety of lifestyles. Use one of the three bedrooms for an office. Live. Work. Play. Buyer to verify all information during due diligence.
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    Listed by:

    Grace Young PHONE:601-291-5845,

    Bellator Real Estate, LLC

    Source: Baldwin Realtors,MLS#: 390355MLS Logo

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      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 3
      • Bathrooms: 2
      • Full bathrooms: 2
      • Main level bedrooms: 3
      Rooms
      • Room types: Living Room
      Primary bedroom
      • Features: 1st Floor Primary
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 125.08
      • Dimensions: 10.6 x 11.8
      Bedroom 2
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 84.68
      • Dimensions: 7.3 x 11.6
      Bedroom 3
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 79
      • Dimensions: 7.9 x 10
      Primary bathroom
      • Features: Shower Only
      Dining room
      • Features: Separate Dining Room
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 130.66
      • Dimensions: 9.4 x 13.9
      Kitchen
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 189.74
      • Dimensions: 17.9 x 10.6
      Living room
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 229.32
      • Dimensions: 11.7 x 19.6
      Heating
      • Electric, Central
      Cooling
      • Electric
      Appliances
      • Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Electric Range, Refrigerator w/Ice Maker, Electric Water Heater
      • Laundry: Main Level, Inside
      Features
      • Ceiling Fan(s)
      • Flooring: Luxury Vinyl Plank
      • Windows: Double Pane Windows
      • Has basement: No
      • Has fireplace: No
      • Fireplace features: None
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 1,184
      • Total interior livable area: 1,184 sqft

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 1
      • Parking features: Carport
      • Carport spaces: 1
      Features
      • Levels: One
      • Stories: 1
      • Patio & porch: Front Porch
      • Exterior features: Storage, Termite Contract
      • Has view: Yes
      • View description: Trees/Woods
      Lot
      • Size: 10,018 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 89.8 x 110
      • Features: Less than 1 acre, Few Trees
      Details
      • Parcel number: 4604174000128.000
      • Zoning description: Single Family Residence

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Traditional
      • Property subtype: Residential
      Materials
      • Brick, Hardboard
      • Foundation: Pillar/Post/Pier
      • Roof: Composition
      Condition
      • Resale
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1981

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public
      • Utilities for property: Underground Utilities, Fairhope Utilities, Electricity Connected

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Features: None
      • Subdivision: None
      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: Fairhope

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $359/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $133,700
      • Annual tax amount: $789
      • Price range: $425K - $425K
      • Date on market: 1/15/2026
      • Ownership: Whole/Full
      • Electric utility on property: Yes

        Estimated market value

        $413,800

        $393,000 - $434,000

        $1,973/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        6/9/2026Price change$425,000-4.9%$359/sqft
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        5/29/2026Price change$446,775-0.7%$377/sqft
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        5/14/2026Price change$449,900-2%$380/sqft
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        5/8/2026Price change$459,275-2%$388/sqft
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        4/24/2026Price change$468,650-0.7%$396/sqft
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        4/17/2026Price change$471,775-0.7%$398/sqft
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        3/13/2026Price change$474,900-2.1%$401/sqft
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        2/11/2026Price change$484,9840%$410/sqft
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        1/15/2026Listed for sale$485,000+132.1%$410/sqft
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        8/2/2024Sold$209,000-7.1%$177/sqft
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        4/21/2024Price change$225,000-2.2%$190/sqft
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        3/26/2024Price change$230,000-6.1%$194/sqft
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        3/5/2024Price change$244,900-3.2%$207/sqft
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        2/5/2024Price change$253,000-5.6%$214/sqft
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        1/5/2024Price change$268,000-2.5%$226/sqft
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        12/28/2023Listed for sale$275,000+71.9%$232/sqft
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        6/27/2023Sold$160,000$135/sqft
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        4/13/2023Listed for sale$160,000+63.3%$135/sqft
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        11/21/2022Sold$98,000+126.4%$83/sqft
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        1/30/2014Sold$43,293+23.7%$37/sqft
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        4/5/2011Sold$35,000$30/sqft
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        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$1,230 +55.8%$26,740 +55.8%
        2024$789 +49%$17,160 +49%
        2023$530 $11,520 +17.6%
        2022-- $9,800 +14.8%
        2021$408 +8.8%$8,540 +4.9%
        2020$374 $8,140 +0.2%
        2019-- $8,120 +10.9%
        2018-- $7,320 +21.2%
        2017-- $6,040 -43.1%
        2016-- $10,620 -2.2%
        2015-- $10,860 +8.8%
        2014-- $9,980
        2013-- $9,980 -30.6%
        2011-- $14,380 -5.9%
        2010-- $15,280 -9.6%
        2009$727 +1.8%$16,900 +1.8%
        2008$714 +19.8%$16,600 +19.8%
        2007$596 +16.3%$13,860 +16.3%
        2006$513 $11,920
        2005$513 $11,920 +8.6%
        2004-- $10,980
        2003-- $10,980 +9.1%
        2002-- $10,060
        2001-- $10,060
        2000-- $10,060
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 36532

        Getting around

        43 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        38 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        Schools provided by the listing agent
        • Elementary: Fairhope West 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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