Amber Gillespie Gibson
BEDS3
BATHS2 full
SQUARE FEET2,507
MLS#392015
STATUSActive
PROPERTY TYPEResidential - Single Family
SUBDIVISIONBattles Wharf
Property Description
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 a spacious climate-controlled sunroom, ideal for entertaining year-round. This historic cottage, built in 1903, originally served as a guest house for one of Fairhope's original waterfront hotels. Tucked beneath a canopy of ancient oaks, the property encompasses .57 acres with 100 feet of direct Mobile Bay frontage. Whether you're envisioning a multi-generational bayfront retreat or simply a place to slow down and savor life by the water, this is a legacy property like no other. Buyer to verify all information during due diligence.
Property Features
Property Type: Residential - Single Family
Cooling: Central Electric (Cool), Other, Ceiling Fan(s)
Fireplaces: 3
Heating: Central, Other
Lot Size: 0.57 Acres
Property Type: Historic
Stories: 1.0
Year Built: 1903
Amenities
Bonus Room
Family Room
Living Room
Sun Room
Ceiling Fan(s)
En-Suite
High Ceilings
Wet Bar
Feature Descriptions
Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Gas Range, Refrigerator w/Ice Maker, Washer/Dryer Stacked
Community Features: None
Construction Materials: Wood Siding
Days on Site: 131
Dining Room: Lvg/Dng Combo, Lvg/Dng/Ktchn Combo, Separate Dining Room
Exterior: Wood
Fencing: Partial
Fireplace: Master Bedroom, See Remarks
Flooring: Split Brick, Tile, Wood
Foundation: Pillar/Post/Pier
Lot: Less than 1 acre, Irregular Lot, Few Trees, Waterfront, Bulkhead
Lot Dimensions: 0.57 acre(s)
Master Bathroom: Tub/Shower Combo
Master Bedroom: 1st Floor Primary, Fireplace, Sitting Area, Direct Bay View-Primary
Pets Allowed: More Than 2 Pets Allowed
Utilities: Fairhope Utilities
Waterfront: Bay Access (<=1/4 Mi), Bay Front
Local Schools
High School: Fairhope High
Middle School: Fairhope Middle
Elementary School: Fairhope West Elementary
Listed By / Shown By
Listed By
Agency Name: Kaiser Sotheby's Int Realty-Fa
Agency Phone: 251-929-4777
Shown By
Agent Name: Amber Gillespie Gibson
Agent Phone: (251) 607-8570
Agency Title: Bellator Real Estate
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Estimated Payment
$ 19,843.48 per month $18,705.98 Principal & Interest $0.00 Property Tax (data not provided by mls) $1,137.50 Homeowner's InsuranceChange Payment Information
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5490 Battles Road | MLS# 392015
This single family home located at 5490 Battles Road, Fairhope, AL 36532 is currently listed for sale with an asking price of $3,900,000. This property was built in 1903 and has 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths with 2507 sq. ft. Battles Road is located in the Battles Wharf subdivision. Search Battles Wharf real estate on ambergibson.gobellator.com today.