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5490 Battles Road, 
Fairhope, AL 36532

$4,800,000

3

Beds

2

Baths

2,507

Sq Ft

Single Family

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Listed by

Eva Wilmott

, 

Andrea Shilston

Kaiser Sotheby'S Int Realty-Fa

, 

Kaiser Sotheby'S Int-Gs

251-929-4777

Last updated:

March 23, 2026, 08:05 PM

MLS#

392015

Source:

AL BCAR

About This Home

5490 Battles Road

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.

Home Facts

Single Family

2 Baths

3 Bedrooms

Built in 1903

Price Summary

4,800,000

$1,914 per Sq. Ft.

MLS #:

392015

Last Updated:

March 23, 2026, 08:05 PM

Rooms & Interior

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms:

3

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms:

2

Full Bathrooms:

2

Interior

Living Area:

2,507 Sq. Ft.

Structure

Structure

Building Area:

2,507 Sq. Ft.

Year Built:

1903

Lot

Lot Size (Sq. Ft):

24,829

Finances & Disclosures

Finances

Price:

$4,800,000

Price per Sq. Ft:

$1,914 per Sq. Ft.

Source:AL BCAR
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