5490 Battles Road, Fairhope, AL 36532

Fairhope
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5490 Battles Road,Fairhope, AL 36532
$3,900,000
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  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 2,507 sq. ft.
  • Single family
  • Active
Listed by: eva wilmott, andrea shilston
Office: kaiser sotheby's int realty-fa
MLS#:392015
Source:AL_BCAR

Price summary

  • Price:$3,900,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$1,555.64

About this home

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.

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Home facts

  • Year built:1903
  • Listing ID #:392015
  • Added:94 day(s) ago
  • Updated:May 24, 2026 at 02:19 PM

Rooms and interior

  • Bedrooms:3
  • Total bathrooms:2
  • Full bathrooms:2
  • Flooring:Split Brick, Tile, Wood
  • Dining Description:Living Dining Combo, On Main Level, Separate Dining Room
  • Bathrooms Description:En-Suite
  • Kitchen Description:Dishwasher, Gas Range, Microwave, On Main Level, Refrigerator With Ice Maker
  • Bedroom Description:1st Floor Primary, Direct Bay View-Primary, Fireplace, Master Bedroom on Main Level, Sitting Area
  • Living area:2,507 sq. ft.

Heating and cooling

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

Structure and exterior

  • Roof:Metal
  • Year built:1903
  • Building area:2,507 sq. ft.
  • Lot Features:Bulkhead, Few Trees, Irregular Lot, Less than 1 acre
  • Construction Materials:Wood Siding
  • Exterior Features:Patio, Rear Porch
  • Foundation Description:Pillar/Post/Pier
  • Levels:1 Story

Schools

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

Finances and disclosures

  • Price:$3,900,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$1,555.64
  • Tax amount:$8,106

Features and amenities

  • Appliances:Dishwasher, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator w/Ice Maker, Washer/Dryer Stacked
  • Laundry features:Inside, Main Level, Washer/Dryer Stacked
  • Amenities:High Ceilings, Smoke Detector(s), Wet Bar

Parking

  • Parking description:Three or More Vehicles

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