Beautiful waterfront home under $400,000! Charming 3BR 2 bath bronze-fortified home on a quiet tucked-away street with private covered boathouse overlooking a tranquil canal that flows into historic Bon Secour River. A second deeded boat slip at nearby community Boat Basin. Open floor plan with updated kitchen: granite, tile, custom maple cabinetry and new stainless appliances (Bosch, Viking, DaCor 5-burner gas range). Fully insulated, sturdily built with low maintenance hardie plank exterior and metal roof. Generator. Tankless water heater. Solid doors. Double carport. Rod room. Well for irrigation system (and optional home) with 2015 pump. Fire pit, fountain and large flagstone patio. Fully fenced with mature Heritage Live Oaks. Community boat launch. Short drive to beaches, golf courses, shopping, restaurants and nightlife. Enjoy watching birds and other wildlife while relaxing on your screened waterfront porch. Bring binoculars, fishing pole, camera and kayak.
Single-familyProperty Type
2014Year Built
0.65 acresLot Size
$306Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by Lawanna & Johnny Sharpless Team• Bellator Real Estate LLC Ono Island
Contact: PHONE: 251-979-6600
Bought with Paula H Dumas• BELLATOR REAL ESTATE LLC GULF SHORES
THIS NEEDS TO BE SEEN TO APPRECIATE THE POTENTIAL, A TRUE FIXER UPPERS PARADISE HOUSE SITS ON BEAUTIFUL 75FT WATERFRONT LOT WITH LOVELY OAKS AND BENEFITS FROM A SHARE IN WATERFRONT PARK WITH A DEEDED BOATSLIP NO 39 10X19. COMMUNITY BOAT LAUNCH SITUATED IN A TRIBUTARY OFF BON SECOUR RIVER SOUTH OF COUNTY RD 10`S LOW BRIDGE. PRICED TO SELL QUICKLY
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,291 (+4.6%)
2023
$1,234 (+5.8%)
2022
$1,166 (+18.0%)
2021
$988 (+0.5%)
2020
$983 (−44.3%)
2019
$1,766 (+212.3%)
2018
$565 (+8.3%)
2017
$522
Tax history for 7238 Franklin Road Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,291 (+4.6%)
2023
$1,234 (+5.8%)
2022
$1,166 (+18.0%)
2021
$988 (+0.5%)
2020
$983 (−44.3%)
2019
$1,766 (+212.3%)
2018
$565 (+8.3%)
2017
$522
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Appliances: Disposal, Gas Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater
Flooring: Tile
Exterior
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Storage, Outdoor Shower, Dock
Patio And Porch Features: Patio, Porch, Screened
Fencing: Fenced
Roof: Metal
Building Information
Construction Materials: Cement Siding
Property Features
On Waterfront
Waterfront Features: Canal Front
Has View
Green Energy Efficient: Insulation
Pets Allowed: Yes
Other Structures: Storage
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Residential Detached
Lot Information
Lot Features: Waterfront, Few Trees
Water Body Name: Bon Secour River
Lot Size : 100 X 283
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $522
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public, Well
Utilities: Natural Gas Available
Location
HOA Information
Has Homeowners Association
Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
Schools Information
Elementary School: Swift School
High School: Foley High
Location Information
Directions: From Hwy 59N turn west at Shell Gas Station, CR 10. After crossing bridge, turn left onto Cook Road. Turn left onto Franklin Road. Home is on left beside Bon Secour Yacht Club. Look for sign.
Subdivision Name: Bon Secour View
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,822
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.65 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1977
Year Renovated: 2006
County: Baldwin County
APN: 61-04-39-0-000-110.000
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 7, 2026
Other
Listing Information
AttributionContact: PHONE: 251-979-6600
Around this home
Schools
Places
Transit
Swift Consolidated Elementary School
Public PreK-6 • Assigned • 1.4mi
7/10
Foley Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 5.5mi
4/10
Foley High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.8mi
7/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
7/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 72-80% chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
10/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 105° expected this year, 23 days in 30 years
9/10 Wind Factor
99% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Foley, AL • 36535
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.7 hours in
June and 5.1 hours in December, which is comparable to the
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Estimated sale price
$530,000 – $641,000
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