This beautiful newly renovated waterfront cottage offers 75 feet of water frontage, a private pier, and unforgettable sunset views. Located on the east side of Mobile Bay within the private and quiet community of Sunset Shores, this thoughtfully updated 2 Bed, 2 Bath home is move-in-ready and designed for relaxed coastal living. The open living area features a stunning new beadboard accent wall with a gas fireplace, creating a warm and inviting focal point. The kitchen has been completely refreshed with all new stainless steel appliances, including a brand new dishwasher, granite countertops, and modern fixtures – perfect for entertaining or everyday living. The home features two true primary suites, each with its own private bathroom boasting granite countertops, updated finishes, and direct access to the expansive back porch. The living room also opens to the partially screened porch, which spans the entire length of the home, ideal for enjoying bay breezes and panoramic water views. Recent improvements include the addition of brand new flooring, furnishings, outdoor furniture, and a gas fire pit, as well as a newly constructed seawall and pier, adding both style and peace of mind. The private pier provides easy water access for fishing, kayaking, and boating to Fort Morgan, Dauphin Island, and beyond, or simply enjoying sunsets over the water. The downstairs area offers versatility with ample covered parking, a screened area, additional storage, and a bathroom, plus the potential for development of a guest suite, hobby room, or additional living area. This fully renovated waterfront retreat offers comfort, charm, and flexibility – ideal as a primary residence, second home, or investment property. This is a rare opportunity to own a turnkey home with direct water frontage, private pier, and expansive outdoor living spaces. Buyer to verify all information during due diligence. Buyer to verify all information during due diligence.
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$795,000
9581 Bay Rd S, Foley, AL 36535
2beds
1,232sqft
Est.:
Residential
Built in 1994
0.62 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$645/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Waterfront cottageGas fireplaceUpdated finishesBrand new flooringNewly constructed seawallGas fire pitModern fixtures
- 33 days |
- 1,300 |
- 57 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Christopher Whitley 251-979-1420,
RE/MAX on the Coast
Source: Baldwin Realtors,MLS#: 390439
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Other Rooms (See Remarks)
Primary bedroom
- Features: 1st Floor Primary, Balcony/Patio, Direct Bay View-Primary
Primary bathroom
- Features: Shower Only, Single Vanity
Dining room
- Features: Dining/Kitchen Combo
Heating
- Electric
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Electric Range, Refrigerator w/Ice Maker, Washer, Cooktop
Features
- Breakfast Bar, Ceiling Fan(s), High Speed Internet, Split Bedroom Plan, Storage
- Flooring: Carpet, Luxury Vinyl Plank
- Windows: Window Treatments
- Has basement: No
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas Log, Living Room
- Furnished: Yes
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,232
- Total interior livable area: 1,232 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Three or More Vehicles
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered, Porch, Screened, Rear Porch, Front Porch
- Exterior features: Storage, Termite Contract
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Bay, Northern View, Southern View, Eastern View, Western View, Skyline
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Bay
- Waterfront features: Bay Access (<=1/4 Mi), Deeded Access, Waterfront, Seawall, Pier
- Body of water: Weeks Bay
Lot
- Size: 0.62 Acres
- Dimensions: 75 x 360
- Features: Less than 1 acre, Level, Few Trees
Details
- Parcel number: 103357
- Zoning description: Single Family Residence
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Raised Beach
- Property subtype: Residential
Materials
- Vinyl Siding, Frame
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Resale
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1994
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Baldwin EMC
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Water Access-Deeded
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: D W Weeks
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Foley
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $645/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $593,200
- Annual tax amount: $1,578
- Price range: $795K - $795K
- Date on market: 3/12/2026
- Ownership: Whole/Full
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
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Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/12/2026 | Listed for sale | $795,000+4.6%$645/sqft |
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| 1/19/2026 | Listing removed | $759,900$617/sqft |
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| 1/17/2026 | Listed for sale | $759,900$617/sqft |
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| 9/1/2025 | Listing removed | $759,900$617/sqft |
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| 7/14/2025 | Listed for sale | $759,900-2.6%$617/sqft |
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| 5/15/2025 | Contingent | $780,000$633/sqft |
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| 1/29/2025 | Listed for sale | $780,000+5.5%$633/sqft |
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| 5/11/2023 | Sold | $739,000-1.3%$600/sqft |
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| 10/7/2022 | Listed for sale | $749,000+21.2%$608/sqft |
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| 7/15/2022 | Sold | $618,000-4.9%$502/sqft |
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| 6/25/2022 | Pending sale | $649,999$528/sqft |
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| 6/16/2022 | Listed for sale | $649,999+32.7%$528/sqft |
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| 11/1/2021 | Sold | $490,000-2%$398/sqft |
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| 9/23/2021 | Pending sale | $499,900+100%$406/sqft |
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| 4/10/2019 | Sold | $250,000$203/sqft |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,579 +7% | $56,380 +7% |
| 2024 | $1,476 -45.7% | $52,700 -45.7% |
| 2023 | $2,719 | $97,100 +176.2% |
| 2022 | -- | $35,160 +19.8% |
| 2021 | $749 | $29,360 +15% |
| 2020 | -- | $25,540 +8% |
| 2019 | $662 | $23,640 |
| 2018 | $662 +4.6% | $23,640 +4.6% |
| 2017 | $633 | $22,600 |
| 2016 | $633 | $22,600 -48.3% |
| 2015 | -- | $43,720 -0.1% |
| 2014 | -- | $43,760 -0.1% |
| 2013 | -- | $43,800 -16.8% |
| 2011 | -- | $52,660 |
| 2010 | -- | $52,660 -5.8% |
| 2009 | $1,575 -28.5% | $55,900 -29% |
| 2008 | $2,203 -27.4% | $78,680 +37.4% |
| 2007 | $3,035 +89.2% | $57,280 |
| 2006 | $1,604 +19.1% | $57,280 +19.1% |
| 2005 | $1,346 +8.8% | $48,080 +8.8% |
| 2004 | $1,237 | $44,180 |
| 2003 | $1,237 +49.7% | $44,180 +49.7% |
| 2002 | $827 +1.8% | $29,520 |
| 2001 | $812 | $29,520 |
| 2000 | $812 | $29,520 |
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Monthly payment
Est. payment
$4,338/mo
Principal & interest
$4100
Property taxes
$238
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 36535
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Magnolia SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 6.6 mi
- 4/10Foley Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 9.2 mi
- 7/10Foley High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 8.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Magnolia School
- 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
- Foley
- 36535
- 9581 Bay Rd S





