5490 Battles Road

Fairhope, AL 36532

$3,900,000
Price
3
Beds
2,507 Sq. Ft.
$1,556 / Sq. Ft.
2,507
Sq. Ft.
$1,556
per Sq. Ft.
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Expansive green lawn bordering a light blue exterior residence with white trim
Coastal blue siding exterior with a metal roof, featuring a herringbone brick patio
Brick paver driveway with a herringbone pattern
Expansive front yard featuring mature trees and a manicured lawn
Bathroom featuring a white vanity with a rectangular sink and stone-look countertop, built-in medicine cabinets, white subway tile shower surround, and hexagonal tile flooring
Bathroom featuring a window with white louvered shutters, a white toilet, a vanity with a light-toned countertop and white cabinetry, a white bathtub, and white square tile shower surround
Floor Plan

Description

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...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.
  1. Listed by Andrea Kaiser Shilston • Kaiser Sotheby's Int-GS
    P: (251)-968-6869 C: (251)-752-0192 andrea@kaisersir.com
  2. Listed by Eva Wilmott • Kaiser Sotheby's Int-GS
    P: (251)-929-4777 C: (504)-259-2201 eva.wilmott@gmail.com

Property Details for 5490 Battles Road

Architectural Style
Historical
Subdivision Name
Battles Wharf
View
Western View, Direct Bay Front
Waterfront Features
Deeded Access, Bay Front Building, Bay Access Less Than Or Equal To Quarter Mile
Has View
Yes
LISTING UPDATED: 07/13/2026 05:30 PM

Property Details for 5490 Battles Road

StatusActive
MLS #399350
Days on Market2
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Residential Detached
Year Built1903
Lot Size0.57 AC / 24,829 SF
CountyBaldwin County
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Location

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Building Information for 5490 Battles Road

Stories1Year Built1903Building Size-Lot Size0.57 AC / 24,829 SF

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Property Information for 5490 Battles Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Coordinates: -87.929163, 30.492318
  • Directions: Scenic 98 South towards The Grand Hotel. Right on Battles Rd. Left onto driveway with Dyas sign.
  • Latitude: 30.492318
  • Longitude: -87.929163
  • Water Body Name: Mobile Bay
  • Body Of Water: Mobile Bay
  • Intersecting Street: Scenic Hwy 98
  • Waterfront Footage: 100
  • Flood Zone: AE, 0.2 PCT, VE
  • Water Property Type: Deeded Access, Bay Front Building, Bay Access Less Than Or Equal To Quarter Mile
Taxes and HOA
  • Has Additional Parcels: No
  • Association: No
  • Tax Legal Description: 99.5' X 238.6' IRR COM AT THE NE COR FRL SEC 25 RUN SW 3714. 3' TO C/L OF BAY SHORE HWY AND S SIDE OF BATTLES AVE, TH W 7 09.4', TH NW'LY 343.87', TH SW 123.20 FOR THE POB, TH SW 99. 5', TH SE 238.6', TH NE 49.24', TH SE 88.7', TH NW 45', TH N W 295.9' TO THE POB & ALSO THE PROPERTY LYING BETWEEN
  • Parcel Number: 45-07-25-0-000-071.000
  • Property Tax: 8, 106.50
School Information
  • Elementary School: Fairhope West Elementary
  • Middle Or Junior School: Fairhope Middle
  • High School: Fairhope High
Parking
  • Parking Features: Three Or More Vehicles
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Size Comments: 99.5' X 238.6' IRR
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.57
  • Living Area: 2507.0
  • Living Area Source: Tax Records
  • Lot Features: Waterfront, Bulkhead, Some Trees, Water View, Less Than 1 Acre, Irregular/See Remarks
Property and Assessment
  • Construction Status: Resale
Property and Assessments
  • Sponsor Unit: false
  • Documents Available: Property Survey, Other/See Remarks
  • Year Built: 1903
Building Features
  • Construction Foundation: Piers
Financial Information
  • Current Financing: Cash, Portfolio
Green Features
  • Energy Saving Features: Ceiling Fans
  • Green Verification: No
Utilities
  • Power Production: false
  • Utilities: Fairhope Utilities
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Finish: Wood
  • Property Amenities: Patio, Wet Bar, En Suite, Porch Back, Ceiling Fans, High Ceilings, Partially Fenced
  • Community Amenities: More Than Two Pets Allowed
  • Community Features: More Than Two Pets Allowed
  • Fencing: Partial
  • Roof: Metal
Interior Features
  • Other Rooms: Sun Room, Bonus Room, Family Room, Living Room, Utility Room Inside
  • Heat Cooling: Central Heat, Central Electric Cool, Other Heat See Remarks, Other Cooling See Remarks
  • Primary Bed Bath: Fireplace, Sitting Area, Tub Shower Combo, First Floor Primary, Direct Bay View Primary
  • Appliances: Gas Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Washer/Dryer Stacked, Plumbed For Ice Maker, Smoke Detector
  • Dining Area: Living Dining Combo, Separate Dining Room, Living Dining Kitchen Combo
  • Living Room Group: Den, Great Room, Living Room
  • Property Interior Stories: One
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 2.00
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Cooling: Electric, Other
  • Has Cooling: Yes
  • Fireplace Features: Master Bedroom, Other/See Remarks
  • Has Fireplace: Yes
  • Total Fireplaces: 3
  • Flooring: Tile, Wood, Split Brick
  • Heating: Central, Other
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Interior Features: Wet Bar, En Suite, Ceiling Fan(s), High Ceilings
  • Number Of Fireplaces: 3
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio, Rear Porch
  • Stories: 1
Rental
Rent Information
  • Rentals Allowed: Yes
  • Rental Info Source: Other
  • Rental Type: Long Term

Property History for 5490 Battles Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 13, 2026

Listed (Active)

Baldwin REALTORS #399350

$3,900,000—
Jul 13, 2026

Permanently Off Market

Baldwin REALTORS #392015

$3,900,000—
Feb 18, 2026

Temporarily Off Market

Baldwin REALTORS #382526

$9,850,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/13/2026

Listed (Active)

Baldwin REALTORS #399350

$3,900,000
07/13/2026

Permanently Off Market

Baldwin REALTORS #392015

$3,900,000
02/18/2026

Temporarily Off Market

Baldwin REALTORS #382526

$9,850,000

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

Schools near 5490 Battles Road

This home is within Baldwin County School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Fairhope Elementary School
Public - PK to 6
Fairhope Middle School
Public - 7 to 8
Fairhope High School
Public - 9 to 12
Baldwin County Virtual School
Public - 7 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Fairhope Elementary School
PublicPK to 6

Fairhope Middle School
Public7 to 8

Fairhope High School
Public9 to 12

Baldwin County Virtual School
Public7 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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More information about 5490 Battles Road, Fairhope, AL 36532

5490 Battles Road is a single family home for sale in Fairhope, AL 36532. This property was listed for sale on July 13, 2026 by Kaiser Sotheby's Int-GS, it's currently listed at $3,900,000. This listing's school district is Baldwin County School District. Nearby schools include Fairhope Elementary School, Fairhope Middle School and Fairhope High School. 5490 Battles Road is a 3-bed, 2-bath, 2,507 sqft single family home built in 1903.

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