This is a Coming Soon Listing. Skywalk is a remarkable Gulf-front estate on Alabama’s pristine coastline, privately situated on four acres of protected dune habitat with breathtaking views of the Gulf and surrounding marshlands. Featured in regional publications, a music video, and the finale of a major television series, this extraordinary property offers a rare blend of architectural distinction, seclusion, and coastal beauty.Located at the western end of the Fort Morgan peninsula, adjacent to the USFWS wildlife refuge and Fort Morgan historic site, the home enjoys direct access to miles of unspoiled white-sand beaches and uninterrupted Gulf vistas.The residence encompasses more than 4,000 square feet of interior living space and over 3,000 square feet of expansive outdoor decking designed to embrace the surrounding landscape. The main level features four private bedroom suites, including two Gulf-front primary retreats—one appointed with a spa-inspired shower and the other with a luxurious soaking tub. Two additional dune-facing suites offer exceptional privacy and are connected by a gallery-style hallway showcasing curated artwork and antiques.Designed for entertaining and gathering, the second floor boasts soaring +20-foot ceilings, spacious living and dining areas, a gourmet kitchen, breakfast nook, fireplace, powder room, office alcove, and multiple seating areas overlooking the Gulf. The third-floor crow’s nest bedroom, complete with a half bath and accessible via exterior stairs, opens to a widow’s walk with panoramic views stretching across Mobile Bay, Dauphin Island, Fort Morgan, and the Sand Island Lighthouse.Offered fully furnished and turnkey, SkyWalk Lodge includes original artwork, antiques, and premium finishes throughout. More than a residence, it is a true coastal legacy—crafted for generations of enjoyment, unforgettable gatherings, and an unparalleled connection to Alabama’s natural shoreline. Buyer to verify all information during due diligence
Coming soon
$4,250,000
1220 State Highway 180, Gulf Shores, AL 36542
5beds
4,229sqft
Residential
Built in 1997
3.93 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$1,005/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
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Listed by:
Joe Emerson 251-550-9021,
Engel and Volkers Gulf Shores
Source: Baldwin Realtors,MLS#: 398750
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 6
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: 1st Floor Primary, Balcony/Patio, Direct Gulf View-Primary
Primary bathroom
- Features: Soaking Tub, Shower Only, Single Vanity
Heating
- Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Convection Oven, Double Oven, Dryer, Microwave, Gas Range, Refrigerator w/Ice Maker, Washer, Wine Cooler
- Laundry: Outside
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), High Ceilings, High Speed Internet, Split Bedroom Plan
- Flooring: Split Brick, Tile, Wood
- Has basement: No
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Great Room, Wood Burning
- Furnished: Yes
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,229
- Total interior livable area: 4,229 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Three or More Vehicles
Features
- Levels: Three Or More
- Patio & porch: Porch, Wrap Around
- Exterior features: Outdoor Shower, Storage, Termite Contract, Balcony
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Direct Gulf Front, Northern View, Southern View, Eastern View, Western View, Indirect Bay-Across Rd
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Direct Gulf Front,Indirect Bay-Across Rd
- Waterfront features: Waterfront
- Body of water: Gulf of Mexico/America
Lot
- Size: 3.93 Acres
- Dimensions: 101 x 1367
- Features: 3-5 acres, No Trees
Details
- Parcel number: 6908010005024.000
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Raised Beach
- Property subtype: Residential
Materials
- Concrete, Wood Siding, Frame
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Resale
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1997
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Baldwin EMC
- Gas: Gas-Propane
- Sewer: Grinder Pump
- Utilities for property: Propane, Gulf Shores Utilities
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: None
- Security: Smoke Detector(s), Security Lights, Security System
- Subdivision: Gulf Beach
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Gulf Shores
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,005/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $2,662,300
- Annual tax amount: $14,908
- Price range: $4.3M - $4.3M
- Date on market: 6/30/2026
- Ownership: Whole/Full
- Lease term: Short Term Lease
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/30/2025 | Price change | $5,700,000-18.5%$1,348/sqft |
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| 8/15/2025 | Price change | $6,995,000-10.3%$1,654/sqft |
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| 5/2/2025 | Listed for sale | $7,795,000$1,843/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $14,955 +2.5% | $532,460 +2.6% |
| 2024 | $14,589 +5.3% | $519,120 +4.9% |
| 2023 | $13,850 | $494,640 +34.4% |
| 2022 | -- | $368,160 +124% |
| 2021 | $4,602 -35.5% | $164,360 -35.5% |
| 2020 | $7,135 -5.2% | $254,820 -5.2% |
| 2019 | $7,525 +9.9% | $268,740 +9.9% |
| 2018 | $6,845 +9.1% | $244,480 +9.1% |
| 2017 | $6,277 -0.2% | $224,180 +5% |
| 2016 | $6,288 | $213,580 -9.2% |
| 2015 | -- | $235,100 +3.2% |
| 2014 | -- | $227,780 -0.8% |
| 2013 | -- | $229,520 -0.3% |
| 2011 | -- | $230,240 -5.5% |
| 2010 | -- | $243,740 -19% |
| 2009 | $8,503 -8.4% | $300,780 -9.3% |
| 2008 | $9,281 -8.4% | $331,480 -8.4% |
| 2007 | $10,131 +63.1% | $361,820 +63.1% |
| 2006 | $6,211 +7.1% | $221,820 +7.1% |
| 2005 | $5,800 +8.9% | $207,160 +8.9% |
| 2004 | $5,326 | $190,200 |
| 2003 | $5,326 +33.5% | $190,200 +33.5% |
| 2002 | $3,989 +1.8% | $142,480 |
| 2001 | $3,918 | $142,480 |
| 2000 | $3,918 | $142,480 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 36542
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Foley Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 22.4 mi
- 4/10Foley Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 22.4 mi
- 7/10Foley High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 21.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Foley Elementary,Foley Intermediate
- Middle: Foley Middle
- High: Foley High
Source: Baldwin Realtors. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- Alabama
- Baldwin County
- Gulf Shores
- 36542
- 1220 State Highway 180




