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Property Description
Charming white-picket-fence cottage on a corner lot in Fairhope's sought-after Fruit & Nut District. Beautifully landscaped and full of character, this inviting home offers timeless charm with thoughtful updates and an easygoing lifestyle. Enjoy the covered back porch, take a short golf cart ride downtown, or head down to the bay and Eastern Shore Trail-everything is conveniently close by. Inside, you'll find a beautifully updated kitchen and bathrooms, freshly painted interiors in 2025, and the timeless character of original restored real hardwood floors throughout. The home also features 488 square feet of additional bonus space with full bathroom above the two-car garage. While this space is not included in the listed square footage, it offers wonderful flexibility as a home office, guest suite, studio, or additional living space. A truly special cottage ready to welcome you home! Buyer to verify all information during due diligence.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 257 Fig Ave
General
- Price: $935,000
- Taxes: $3,359
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: 934
- MLS ID: 411488
- Updated: 10/1/2026
- Added to Site: 7 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: En Suite, Internet, Ceiling Fan(s), Termite Contract
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): Den
- Appliances: Disposal, Gas Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Plumbed For Ice Maker
- Furnishings: Unfurnished
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Primary Bathroom: WalkInCloset, FirstFloorPrimary
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Additional Information
- Shared Amenities: None
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Irrigation Sprinkler
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Rear Porch, Front Porch
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Parking Features: Double Garage, Garage Door Opener
Location
- County: Baldwin
- Subdivision: Fruit And Nut District
- Cross Streets: Horton Street
- Driving Directions: From South Section Street, turn west onto Pecan Avenue. Take third left onto Horton Street. House is corny of Fig Avenue and Horton.
School Information
- Elementary School: Fairhope West Elementary
- Middle School: Fairhope Middle
- High School: Fairhope High
Heating & Cooling
- Heating Type: Central, Electric
Utilities
- Utility Description: Fairhope Utilities
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Cottage
- Roof: Composition Shingle
- Windows: Window Treatments
- Stories/Levels: 1
- Building Size: 1781
- Square Feet: 1,781
- Sq. Ft. Source: Tax Records
- Year Built: 1974
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Storage
Lot Features
- Property View: None/Not Applicable
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.275
- Fence: Yes
- Lot Features: Corner Lot, Less Than 1 Acre
- Fencing (Description): Fenced
Water Features
- Water Front View: No Waterfront
Financial Considerations
- Assoc Fee Freq.: Monthly
- Tax Amount: $3,359
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Leasehold
- Legal Description: 101.25 X 112.8 Lot 25 Blk 47 W1 2 Magnolia Beach Sub Addn To Fairhope Fst In The City Of Fairhope Corp Limits Gr Sec 3 7-6S-2E (Wbos Survivorship) Lease#1851705
- APN: 46-03-37-0-014-164.510
- Block: Block 47, Lot 25
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Schools
Schools serving 257 Fig Ave
School District:Baldwin County School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Fairhope Elementary School 408 North Section Street, Fairhope, AL 36532 | K-6 | 1.5 mi |
Fairhope Middle School Two Pirate Drive, Fairhope, AL 36532 | 7-8 | 1.9 mi |
Fairhope High School 18800 Greeno Road, Fairhope, AL 36532 | 9-12 | 1.6 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 257 Fig Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
10/01/2026
Listed
$935,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 257 Fig Ave
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$3,315
4%
$73,040
4%
2024
$3,188
11%
$70,280
11%
2023
$2,863
16%
$63,220
15%
2022
$2,474
18%
$54,760
18%
2021
$2,088
100%
$46,340
27%
2021
-100%
$36,620
5%
2019
$1,457
9%
$34,920
9%
2018
$1,334
-51%
$32,080
2%
2017
$2,707
18%
$31,400
-41%
2016
$2,299
46%
$53,220
46%
2015
$1,576
4%
$36,380
4%
2014
$1,512
4%
$34,880
2%
2013
$1,457
—
$34,180
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Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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Estimate the Cost for 257 Fig Ave
257 Fig Avenue, Fairhope, AL 36532 (MLS# 411488) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 257 Fig Avenue is currently listed for $935,000 and was received on October 01, 2026. Want to learn more about 257 Fig Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Fairhope? You can browse all Fairhope real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

