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Property Description
Welcome to this stunning lakefront traditional brick home, thoughtfully built by John Eckenstaller and designed for comfort and elegance. Featuring 4 bedrooms and 3 full baths, this home offers exceptional craftsmanship and beautiful water views throughout. A circular front driveway creates a grand first impression. Inside, you'll find high ceilings, hardwood and tile flooring throughout the main living areas, and carpet in the upstairs bonus room. Plantation shutters and 2-inch blinds add timeless style. The formal dining room sits just off the foyer, while the spacious great room features a gas-log fireplace, soaring ceilings, and triple windows with picturesque lake views. The kitchen and breakfast area flow seamlessly from the great room, creating the perfect gathering space for enjoying peaceful mornings or relaxing afternoons overlooking the water. The kitchen includes granite countertops, a center island, stainless steel appliances, a built-in desk area, raised-panel cabinetry, corner pantry, and tile flooring. (Electric range and microwave replaced in 2024.) A private hallway leads to a large utility room with cabinets and sink, plus Bedrooms 3 and 4 with a shared Jack-and-Jill bath. Upstairs, a spacious bonus room offers flexibility for a media room, office, or guest space. On the opposite side, Bedroom 2 features cathedral windows for abundant natural light, along with a nearby full bath. The primary suite is generously sized with an en-suite bath featuring an octagonal ceiling, dual walk-in closets, separate vanities, garden tub, separate shower, and private water closet. Enjoy outdoor living with a covered porch and open deck overlooking the lake. Additional features include a well for irrigation, whole-house generator, metal shake roof, hurricane shutters, and two HVAC units (2016 & 2025). A two-car garage with built-in shelving completes the home. Buyer to verify all information during due diligence.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 8718 Lake View Dr
General
- Price: $575,000
- HOA FEE: $29/month
- HOA FEE FREQ.: Annually
- Taxes: $2,006
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: 934
- MLS ID: 394033
- Updated: 3/25/2026
- Added to Site: 9 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Bonus Room, Ceiling Fan(s), High Ceilings, Split Bedroom Plan
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): Gas Log, Great Room
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater
- Furnishings: Unfurnished
- Flooring: Tile, Wood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Primary Bathroom: Double Vanity, Soaking Tub, Jetted Tub, Separate Shower
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
- Primary Bedroom: 1st Floor Primary, Multiple Walk in Closets, 16 x 13, Main, 208 Sq. Ft.
- Bedroom 2: 13 x 11, Main, 143 Sq. Ft.
- Bedroom 3: 10 x 13, Main, 130 Sq. Ft.
- Bedroom 4: 10 x 12, Main, 120 Sq. Ft.
Other Rooms
- Family Room: 18 x 18, Main, 324 Sq. Ft.
- Kitchen: 14 x 12, Main, 168 Sq. Ft.
- Dining Room: Breakfast Area-Kitchen, Separate Dining Room
- Laundry: Main Level, Inside
Additional Information
- Shared Amenities: None
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Irrigation Sprinkler
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Covered
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Covered Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Attached, Double Garage, Side Entrance, Automatic Garage Door
Location
- Area: Fairhope 7
- County: Baldwin
- Subdivision: Fairfield Place
- Cross Streets: Twin Beech Rd
- Driving Directions: From Fairhope Ave, head South on 98, take a left onto Twin Beach Road. Then a left into Fairfield onto Lake View Drive, home will be on the right.
School Information
- Elementary School: Fairhope East Elementary
- Middle School: Fairhope Middle
- High School: Fairhope High
Community
- Association: Yes
- Assoc. Fees Include: Maintenance Grounds
- Pets Allowed: Yes
Heating & Cooling
- Heating Type: Electric, Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public, Well
- Utility Description: Fairhope Utilities, Riviera Utilities
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Traditional
- Exterior Const.: Brick, Wood Frame
- Roof: Dimensional
- Windows: Window Treatments
- Stories/Levels: 1
- Building Size: 2957
- Square Feet: 2,957
- Sq. Ft. Source: Seller
- Year Built: 2000
- Property Condition: Resale
Lot Features
- Property View: Direct Lake Front
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.325
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 14,157
- Lot Dimensions: 82 x 150
- Lot Features: Less than 1 acre, Few Trees, Subdivision
- Zoning: Single Family Residence
Water Features
- Water Front: Yes
- Water View: Yes
- Water Front View: Lake Front
Financial Considerations
- Association Fee: $350
- Assoc Fee Freq.: Annually
- Tax Amount: $2,006
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Whole/Full
- Legal Description: IRR LOT 54 UNIT III FAIRFIELD PLACE SUB SLIDE 1814-B
- Property ID: 4605210000031.054
- Block: 54
- Lot Number: 54
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Schools
Schools serving 8718 Lake View Dr
School District:Baldwin County School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Fairhope East Elementary 2 N Bishop Rd, Fairhope, AL 36532 | K-6 | 1.6 mi |
Fairhope Middle School Two Pirate Drive, Fairhope, AL 36532 | 7-8 | 0.7 mi |
Fairhope High School 18800 Greeno Road, Fairhope, AL 36532 | 9-12 | 0.8 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 8718 Lake View Dr
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
3/24/2026
Listed
$575,000
11.65%
MLS
11/18/2022
Sold
$515,000
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Public Record
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 8718 Lake View Dr
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$1,962
100%
$43,620
3%
2023
-100%
$42,320
26%
2022
$1,201
—
$33,680
10%
2021
$1,201
—
$30,500
2%
2021
$1,198
21%
$29,860
8%
2019
$989
-5%
$27,620
-5%
2018
$1,045
10%
$29,140
10%
2017
$947
1%
$26,460
1%
2016
$940
-6%
$26,280
-6%
2015
$996
2%
$27,820
2%
2014
$977
—
$27,300
—
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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8718 Lake View Drive, Fairhope, AL 36532 (MLS# 394033) is a Single Family property with 4 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms. 8718 Lake View Drive is currently listed for $575,000 and was received on March 24, 2026. Want to learn more about 8718 Lake View Drive? 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.

