508 Morphy Avenue

Closed 8/20/21

Sold

Last Sold Price

$498,000

2 beds1 bath1,010 sqft

508 Morphy Avenue, Fairhope, AL 36532

Single FamilyProperty Type

1925Year Built

$493/sq ftPrice per sq ft

Description

On of a kind, historic cottage in the heart of downtown Fairhope. Originally constructed in 1925, this quaint home has been completely renovated inside and out! Located walking distance to downtown Fairhope-shops, restaurants, art, churches, library, theaters, parks, and Mobile Bay! Large corner lot. Master bedroom, bathroom, and laundry room added in 2000. Wiring was upgraded and replaced in entire home in 2000. Garage plumbing replaced 2000. Roof and gutters replaced 2017. Interior and exterior...On of a kind, historic cottage in the heart of downtown Fairhope. Originally constructed in 1925, this quaint home has been completely renovated inside and out! Located walking distance to downtown Fairhope-shops, restaurants, art, churches, library, theaters, parks, and Mobile Bay! Large corner lot. Master bedroom, bathroom, and laundry room added in 2000. Wiring was upgraded and replaced in entire home in 2000. Garage plumbing replaced 2000. Roof and gutters replaced 2017. Interior and exterior freshly painted. Hardwood floors are lovely custom milled throughout with new sub floor in 2018. Updated bathroom has shiplap walls, modern tile, custom wood shelving, new lighting, and beautiful vanity with loads of storage. Complete kitchen remodel in 2018-new counter tops, cabinetry, glass backsplash, stainless steel appliances, large sink. All lighting in entire home updated-fans and recessed. New blinds. Wood finishes done by master carpenter-barn doors, decorative molding, interior doors, closet doors (interior) and shutters and columns (exterior). Sump pit, sump pump and under house plastic installed 2018. Furnace and AC replaced 2020. All interior and exterior Emtek locks and knobs. Detached 2 car garage and 2 spacious storage/workrooms-one with shelving and electricity. Front porch 8x25. Storage 18x9 and 18x7. A must see! Great rental potential, perfect 2nd home, or/and cottage coastal living at its finest!

Listed by: Robin R Coleman 251.656.5356 robin.coleman@courtneyandmorris.com • Courtney & Morris, Inc Daphne

Listing closed: 08/20/2021 12:00 AM • Source: Baldwin REALTORS, MLS#: 317494

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Principal and Interest

$2,659

Property Taxes

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Property Information for 508 Morphy Avenue

Property Details

MLS Type: Residential / Residential Detached
County: Baldwin County
Architectural Style: Historical
View: Park, Wooded
Waterfront Features: No Waterfront
Has View: Yes

Building Information

Stories: 1
Year Built: 1925

Summary

Location and General Information

Coordinates: -87.899559, 30.519633
Directions: Traveling South on Hwy 98 (Greeno Rd) take a right on Morphy Avenue. Home approximately a mile on your left (before the city outdoor amphitheater and Fairhope United Methodist Church). Enter driveway from Ettle Street.

Latitude: 30.519633
Longitude: -87.899559
MLS Area Major: Baldwin
Water Property Type: No Waterfront

Taxes and HOA

Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
Association: No

Parcel Number: 46-03-37-0-008-081.001
Property Tax: 1062.60

School Information

Elementary School: Fairhope West Elementary
High School: Fairhope High

Parking

Garage: Yes
Parking Features: Detached, Double Garage

Property

Lot Information

Lot Size Comments: 73x132
Living Area: 1010.0

Living Area Source: Tax Records
Lot Features: Less Than 1 Acre

Property and Assessment

Construction Status: Resale

Property and Assessments

Sponsor Unit: false
Year Built: 1925

Building Features

Construction Foundation: Slab And Piers

Financial Information

Current Financing: Conventional, Cash

Green Features

Green Verification: No

Utilities

Power Production: false
Utilities: Fairhope Utilities

Interior and Exterior Features

Exterior Features

Exterior Finish: Wood, Brick, Stone
Property Amenities: Porch Front, Storage Out, Ceiling Fans, Termite Contract, Other See Remarks

Exterior Features: Storage
Roof: Metal

Interior Features

Heat Cooling: Central Electric
Appliances: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Electric Range, Convection Oven, Plumbed For Ice Maker

Living Room Group: Living Room
Property Interior Stories: One
Full Bathrooms: 1
Bathrooms Total Decimal: 1.00
Total Bathrooms: 1
Total Bedrooms: 2
Has Fireplace: No
Flooring: Tile, Wood
Heating: Electric
Has Heating: Yes
Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Termite Contract
Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch
Stories: 1

Property History for 508 Morphy Avenue

Date	Event & Source	Price	Appreciation
Aug 20, 2021	Sold Baldwin REALTORS #317494	$498,000	—
Aug 18, 2021	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1470407575	$498,000	+21.2% / yr
Jul 22, 2021	Contract Signed Baldwin REALTORS #317494		—
Jul 22, 2021	Listed (Active) Baldwin REALTORS #317494	$498,000	—
Mar 13, 2017	Sold Baldwin REALTORS #243915	$212,000	—
Mar 10, 2017	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #590560612	$212,000	—
Feb 17, 2017	Contract Signed Baldwin REALTORS #243915		—
Aug 31, 2016	Listed (Active) Baldwin REALTORS #243915	$272,500	—

Date	Event & Source	Price
08/20/2021	Sold Baldwin REALTORS #317494	$498,000
08/18/2021	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1470407575	$498,000 +21.2% / yr
07/22/2021	Contract Signed Baldwin REALTORS #317494	—
07/22/2021	Listed (Active) Baldwin REALTORS #317494	$498,000
03/13/2017	Sold Baldwin REALTORS #243915	$212,000
03/10/2017	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #590560612	$212,000
02/17/2017	Contract Signed Baldwin REALTORS #243915	—
08/31/2016	Listed (Active) Baldwin REALTORS #243915	$272,500

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 508 Morphy Avenue

Taxable Value

Land

$23,200

Additions

$21,640

Total$44,840

Tax Record

2025

$2,063 ($172 / month)

Home Facts

Beds

Baths

Total Finished SqFt

1,606 SqFt

Above Grade Finished SqFt

1,606 SqFt

Stories

Lot Size

9,570 SqFt

Style

Single Family Residence

Year Built

1925

Year Renovated

2018

County

BALDWIN

APN

46-03-37-0-008-081.001

Schools near 508 Morphy Avenue

This home is within Baldwin County School District.


Rating	School	Type	Grades	Distance
10/10	Fairhope Elementary School	Public - Serves this home	PK to 6	0.7 mi
10/10	Fairhope Middle School	Public - Serves this home	7 to 8	2.0 mi
10/10	Fairhope High School	Public - Serves this home	9 to 12	1.8 mi
8/10	Baldwin County Virtual School	Public - Nearby school	7 to 12	4.5 mi
NR	South Baldwin Center For Tech	Public - Nearby school	9 to 12	12.2 mi
10/10	Baldwin Preparatory Academy	Public - Nearby school	10 to 11	14.8 mi
NR	Marietta Johnson School Of Organic Education	Private - Nearby school	PK to 4	0.7 mi


Rating	School	Distance
10/10	Fairhope Elementary School PublicPK to 6 Serves this home	0.7 mi
10/10	Fairhope Middle School Public7 to 8 Serves this home	2.0 mi
10/10	Fairhope High School Public9 to 12 Serves this home	1.8 mi
8/10	Baldwin County Virtual School Public7 to 12 Nearby school	4.5 mi
NR	South Baldwin Center For Tech Public9 to 12 Nearby school	12.2 mi
10/10	Baldwin Preparatory Academy Public10 to 11 Nearby school	14.8 mi
NR	Marietta Johnson School Of Organic Education PrivatePK to 4 Nearby school	0.7 mi

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