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257 Blue Island Ave, Fairhope, AL, 36532

$839,000

Home List Price

$9,963*

Closing Credit

3 Bedrooms
2 Full Baths, 1 Partial
3,030 SqFt
$277/SqFt
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Schools Nearby

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257 Blue Island Ave, Fairhope$839,000

Buyer Closing Credits

$9,963*

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Property Highlights

Home TypeSingle Family Residence
ParkingDouble Carport
Year Built1934
HeatingElectric
CoolingWindow Unit(s)
ViewTrees/Woods
MLS #354677
Lot Size1.79 Acres
StatusActive

About 257 Blue Island Ave

Welcome to 257 Blue Island Avenue, a truly unique opportunity to own a piece of Fairhope history. This charming house, located on almost 2 acres, holds significant historical value as the original Ingersoll farmhouse. The property also features a pool house, which was once used as a dairy. With approximately 3000 square feet of living space, the main house offers ample room for comfortable living. It boasts four bedrooms and three and a half bathrooms, providing plenty of space. The pool house adds an additional 1700 square feet, overlooking a large concrete pool where you can relax and unwind. Situated on nearly two acres of land in such close proximity to downtown is truly a rare find. Walk to local restaurants and enjoy the eastern shore lifestyle. The property is adorned with numerous trees and a beautiful garden, creating a serene and picturesque atmosphere. The charm and character exuded by both structures make this property a true gem in the heart of Fairhope. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to own a piece of local history and create your own cherished memories in this remarkable property. Whether you're looking for a permanent residence or an idyllic vacation retreat, 257 Blue Island Avenue has it all. Take advantage of this chance to make it yours today! **Buyer to verify all data to satisfaction during contingency period. Data deemed accurate but not guaranteed.

Property Details

Property Features

Property Information:

  • Architectural Style: Farmhouse
  • Year Built: 1934
  • Living Area: 3,030 SqFt

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Mobile Bay Realty
  • Office Phone: (251) 230-7555
  • Listing Agent: Heather DeLapp

Interior Features

Interior Information:

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Refrigerator
  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Wood

Bedroom and Bathroom Information:

  • Partial Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedroom Count: 3

Exterior Features

Exterior Information:

  • View: Trees/Woods
  • Exterior: Porch/Screened, Porch, None, Guest House, Storage

Parking Information:

  • Parking: Double Carport

Lot Features

Lot Information:

  • Lot: Few Trees
  • Lot Size: 1.79 Acres

Utilities

Utilities Information:

  • Heating: Electric
  • Cooling: Window Unit(s)

School Info

Assigned Schools Information:

  • Fairhope High School, Public District Grades 9-12
  • Fairhope Middle School, Public District Grades 7-8
  • Fairhope Intermediate School, Public District Grades 4-6
  • Fairhope Primary School, Public District Grades PK-3

Other

Directions Information:

  • Directions: Heading west on Fairhope Avenue heading toward downtown, travel .3 miles and turn right onto Blue Island Avenue, property is on the left.

Price Information

Listing Price Info

Price Summary:

  • List Price: $839,000
  • Price Per SqFt: $277/SqFt

Tax Information:

  • Annual Amount: $2,444
  • Tax Year: 2020
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Housing Market Comparison

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Fairhope, AL

City

Med. Sold Price

$490.9K

Med. Price/SqFt

$213

# of Sold Homes

69

257 Blue Island Ave vs Fairhope

162 DAYS ON ROCKET

$839,000

+$348K More

$277/SqFt

+$63 More

KEY TAKEAWAY

This property is $348K more than the Median Sold Price and $63/SqFt more than other homes in Fairhope, AL.

Based on homes sold in the last 12 months

MLS Details

MLS Information:

  • MLS Name: Baldwin County
  • MLS Number: #354677

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Mobile Bay Realty
  • Office Phone: (251) 230-7555
  • Listing Agent: Heather DeLapp

IDX Listing information Copyright © 2024 Baldwin County Association of REALTORS®, Inc. All rights reserved. MLS IDX information is provided exclusively for consumers' personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Data is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed accurate by the MLS.
Data displayed may be a portion of, and not a complete set of all listings published in the MLS.
Last updated on: 5/5/2024, 9:20:36 AM Eastern. If you have any questions regarding the accuracy of this data, please contact us at help@rockethomes.com.

Property Sales & Tax

Tax History

YEARPROP. TAXASSESSMENT
2020$2,444$54,100
2019$2,193$52,060
2018$1,999$47,540
2017$1,862$45,520

History based on county public records data.

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$4,255

Per Month

Recommended Financing

30-Year Fixed

Rate/APR

7.5% / 6.68%

Total Monthly Payment

$2,582

Schools

Schools Nearby

The school rating is a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest. Assigned schools have a bold outline.

Elementary School

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8
/10

  • Fairhope Primary School

  • 408 N Section St

  • 0.58 miles

  • Public District Grades PK-3

Middle School

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8
/10

  • Fairhope Middle School

  • 2 Pirate Dr

  • 2.39 miles

  • Public District Grades 7-8

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7
/10

  • Fairhope Intermediate School

  • 2 N Bishop Rd

  • 5.57 miles

  • Public District Grades 4-6

High School

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7
/10

  • Fairhope High School

  • 18800 Greeno Rd

  • 2.11 miles

  • Public District Grades 9-12

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

What Are The Neighbors Like?

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $49,801. Typical income of Fairhope, AL residents is between $35k-100k annually. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. The most common level of education of people living in this area is post secondary degree.

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Frequently Asked Questions About 257 Blue Island Ave

What is the listing price of this property?

The listing price of 257 Blue Island Ave property is $839,000.

What type of property is this?

The property 257 Blue Island Ave is a house located in Fairhope, Alabama, 36532.

Is this property for sale now?

Active Listing: 257 Blue Island Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

What are the assigned schools for this property?

The assigned schools for 257 Blue Island Ave are:
Fairhope Primary School: GreatSchools Rating 8/10
Fairhope Middle School: GreatSchools Rating 8/10
Fairhope Intermediate School: GreatSchools Rating 7/10
Fairhope High School: GreatSchools Rating 7/10

What is the annual property tax for this property?

According to the records, the last property tax for 2020 is $2,444 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?

The property at 257 Blue Island Ave has 3 bedrooms and 2 full and 1 half bathrooms.

What is the square footage of this property?

The property 257 Blue Island Ave is 3,030 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

Which year was this property built?

The year of construction for 257 Blue Island Ave is 1934.

Rocket Homes›Alabama›Baldwin County›Fairhope›36532›257 Blue Island Ave

This home is located at 257 Blue Island Ave in Fairhope, AL and zip code 36532. This 3,030 square foot home, which was built in 1934, sits on a 1.79 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since November 24, 2023 and is currently priced at $839,000.

In April 2024 more than 3 listings in Fairhope, AL were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 19 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 43 were sold below. In April 2024 in Fairhope, AL there were 16.4% more homes for sale than in March 2024.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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