5480 Battles Road, Fairhope, AL 36532

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5480 Battles Road,Fairhope, AL 36532
$4,800,000
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  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Baths
  • 2,454 sq. ft.
  • Single family
  • Active
Listed by: eva wilmott, andrea shilstonMain: 251-929-4777
Office: kaiser sotheby's int realty-fa
MLS#:391995
Source:AL_BCAR

Price summary

  • Price:$4,800,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$1,955.99

About this home

A Once-in-a-Century Opportunity on the Shores of Mobile Bay. For the first time in over 90 years, one of Battles Wharf’s most iconic bayfront estates is being offered for sale—a truly rare and remarkable property consisting of 2.43 acres steeped in history, charm, and coastal beauty. This historic cottage, built in 1903, originally served as guest homes for one of Fairhope’s original waterfront hotel, a cornerstone of the area’s early resort era. Thoughtfully updated over time, this 3-bedroom, 1 bath cottage with soaring 12+ foot ceilings, original hardwood floors, cozy den, and a large screened-in porch is perfect for enjoying golden-hour breezes. The home offers approximately 2,454 square feet and sits on 80 feet of bay frontage, complete with a private pier, boathouse, boat lift, and bulkhead—ideal for sunset cruises or casting a line just steps from your porch. Whether you're envisioning a multi-generational family retreat, a private compound, or a place to pass down through the

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Home facts

  • Year built:1903
  • Listing ID #:391995
  • Added:1 day(s) ago
  • Updated:February 19, 2026 at 11:14 AM

Rooms and interior

  • Bedrooms:3
  • Total bathrooms:1
  • Full bathrooms:1
  • Living area:2,454 sq. ft.

Heating and cooling

  • Cooling:Ceiling Fan(s), Central Electric (Cool)
  • Heating:Central

Structure and exterior

  • Roof:Metal
  • Year built:1903
  • Building area:2,454 sq. ft.
  • Lot area:2.43 Acres

Schools

  • High school:Fairhope High
  • Middle school:Fairhope Middle
  • Elementary school:Fairhope West Elementary

Finances and disclosures

  • Price:$4,800,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$1,955.99
  • Tax amount:$7,399

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