8948 Bluefish Drive, Gulf Shores, AL 36542
Cabana Beach · Baldwin County County
Key Facts
Description
RARE ZERO-STAIR FORT MORGAN COTTAGE! Whether you’re looking for the ultimate turnkey retirement haven, a dream second home, or a lucrative short-term rental investment, this fully furnished custom cottage delivers it all. Nestled in the highly desirable Cabana Beach community, this home perfectly balances secluded coastal living with incredible neighborhood amenities.Property Highlights:True Single-Level Living: Zero stairs for effortless access! Also flood insurance is optional.Recent Updates: Freshly painted exterior (March 2026), stunning new palm landscaping (May 2025), and a beautiful brick paver back patio. Custom Craftsmanship: High wooden ceilings, tongue-and-groove walls, and handcrafted built-in bunk beds give this home unforgettable character.Kitchen: Features a premium gas range, butcher block countertops and island, and a large picture window.Peacful Outdoor Oasis: Sip your morning coffee on the screened porch or on thsurrounded by the sounds of nature.Enjoy the Best of Both Worlds! Situated right between the Gulf of America and Mobile Bay, Cabana Beach Estates offers a QUIET, SECLUDED, CROWD-FREE, golf-cart-friendly lifestyle. Walk or ride your golf cart to the private neighborhood Gulf-front beach (limited car parking is available as well) *Renters cannot use Golf Carts in the community.*You'll love the private neighborhood park on Mobile Bay, complete with a fishing pier right across the road. Minutes from a public boat launch for water sports access. Bonus Luxury: Owners can purchase a non-resident membership to the neighboring Beach Club Resort for access to multiple pools, tennis courts, and fitness facilities.Investment & HOA Details: Short-Term Rentals Allowed! * Low-cost community upkeep: Small annual HOA fee of $300 covers community beach/bay access plus there is an annual road maintenance assessment fee of $300. Rental owners pay an additional $300/year (due April 1).Buyer to verify all information during due diligence. Buyer to verify all i
Property Information
Property Type
Residential
Sub-Type
Single Family Residence
Style
Cottage
Year Built
2018
Living Area
1,422 sq ft
Lot Size
0.58 acres
Lot Dimensions
100 x 250
Ownership
Whole/Full
MLS® Listing#
398328
Property Features
Interior
Appliances
Cooling
Heating
Flooring
Parking
Patio
Construction
Foundation
Roof
Other Structures
Community
Utilities
Schools
- Elementary:
- Foley Elementary
- Middle:
- Foley Middle
- High:
- Foley High
Financial Details
HOA
None
Annual Taxes
$2,746
Parcel Number
6808280001049.001
Directions
From Hwy 59 in Gulf Shores head west on Alabama State Hwy 180 for 11.6 miles to Cabana Beach Rd. then approximately .3 miles to Blue Fish Dr. turn east and home will be ahead on the right.
Affordability Calculator
$135,700
Estimated monthly payment
$3,611/mo
Principal $542,800 · Est. interest $757,254 over 30 yrs
Neighborhood Market Statistics
How this home compares to active listings in Gulf Shores, AL
- $539,419
- Median Listing Price
- 113
- Median Days on Market
- 1,389
- Median Sq Ft
- $441
- Median Price / Sq Ft
- 928
- Active Listings
- This home’s price is 26% above the area median.
- Its price per sq ft is 8% above the area median.
Market statistics compiled from active EXIT Realty® and MLS listings in Gulf Shores, AL.
Location
- 8948 Bluefish Drive, Gulf Shores, AL 36542
Points of Interest in Gulf Shores, AL
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Nearby Schools
Swift Elementary School
Elementary · 10.2 mi away
Gulf Shores City Schools
School · 11.4 mi away
Gulf Shores Elementary School
Elementary · 11.6 mi away
Gulf Shores Middle School
Secondary · 11.8 mi away
Gulf Shores High School
Secondary · 11.8 mi away
South Baldwin Christian Academy
School · 12.9 mi away
Mathis Elementary
Elementary · 14.8 mi away
Foley High School
Secondary · 14.8 mi away
Magnolia School
Elementary · 14.9 mi away
Foley Intermediate School
School · 14.9 mi away
Dauphin Island Elementary School
Elementary · 15.3 mi away
Daphne High School
Secondary · 15.5 mi away
Ob Conservatory of Fine Arts
School · 15.5 mi away
Orange Beach Middle & High School
Secondary · 15.5 mi away
Foley Middle School
Secondary · 16.1 mi away
Foley Elementary School
Elementary · 16.2 mi away
J Larry Newton School
Elementary · 16.6 mi away
Jubilee Shores Wee School
School · 16.8 mi away
Fairhope Middle School
Secondary · 18.1 mi away
Fairhope High School
Secondary · 18.3 mi away
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