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  • Price$3,900,000
  • Beds3
  • Baths2
  • SQ. Feet2,507
  • Acres0.57
  • Built1903

5490 Battles Road, Fairhope

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.

Essential Information

  • MLS® #392015
  • Price$3,900,000
  • Bedrooms3
  • Bathrooms2.00
  • Full Baths2
  • Square Footage2,507
  • Acres0.57
  • Year Built1903
  • TypeResidential
  • Sub-TypeHistoric
  • StatusActive

Amenities

  • AmenitiesNone
  • UtilitiesFairhope Utilities
  • ParkingThree or More Vehicles
  • ViewDirect Bay Front, Western View
  • Boat FacilitiesNone
  • Is WaterfrontYes
  • WaterfrontBay Access (<=1/4 Mi), Bay Front - Building, Deeded Access

Exterior

  • ExteriorWood Siding
  • Lot DescriptionLess than 1 acre, Irregular Lot, Few Trees, Waterfront, Bulkhead
  • RoofMetal
  • ConstructionResale
  • FoundationPillar/Post/Pier

Listing Details

  • Listing OfficeKaiser Sotheby's Int Realty-fa
  • Contact InfoMain: 251-929-4777

Community Information

  • Address5490 Battles Road
  • AreaFairhope 9
  • SubdivisionBattles Wharf
  • CityFairhope
  • CountyBaldwin
  • StateAL
  • Zip Code36532

Interior

  • InteriorSplit Brick, Tile, Wood
  • Interior FeaturesBonus Room, Family Room, Living Room, Sun Room, Ceiling Fan(s), En-Suite, High Ceilings, Wet Bar
  • AppliancesDishwasher, Microwave, Gas Range, Refrigerator w/Ice Maker, Washer/Dryer Stacked
  • HeatingCentral, Other
  • CoolingCentral Electric (Cool), Other, Ceiling Fan(s)
  • FireplaceYes
  • # of Fireplaces3
  • FireplacesMaster Bedroom, See Remarks
  • # of Stories1
  • StoriesOne

School Information

  • ElementaryFairhope West Elementary
  • MiddleFairhope Middle
  • HighFairhope High

Price Change History for 5490 Battles Road, Fairhope, AL (MLS® #392015)

Date Details Price Change
Price Reduced (from $4,800,000) $3,900,000 $900,000 (18.75%)
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Listing information last updated on June 15th, 2026 at 8:47am CDT.