Step back in time while enjoying modern comfort and exceptional income potential in this beautifully restored historic waterfront home. Originally built in 1904 as the supervisor’s house for the Cypress Lumber Company, this authentic cypress and heart pine residence blends timeless character w/ extensive updates & flexibility to serve as a primary residence, short-term rental, guest house, or multigenerational living opportunity. Fully restored in 2022, house features a solid poured-concrete pillar foundation, new plumbing and wiring to code, new sheetrock, pull-down attic access. Renovations include E-rated hurricane impact windows, 2022 metal roof, 2022 mini-split HVAC, 2022 hot water heater, 2025 kitchen cabinets & appliances, beautifully restored original heart pine flooring, current termite bond. Perfectly located close to everything—shopping, dining, entertainment, beaches—yet tucked beneath a canopy of majestic live oaks on 1.2 unrestricted acres w/ 100 feet "no wake zone" of waterfront on Brights Creek. Enjoy direct water access to the Bon Secour River, Intracoastal Waterway, Mobile Bay & the Gulf of America. Boat to waterfront restaurants, cruise to Perdido Pass & the Gulf beaches. Home offers an open living/kitchen concept, 2bed-s with closets, 1full bath with walk-in shower + an additional half bath. A spacious rear room provides flexibility and could easily be converted into a second full bathroom. Additional highlights include a new laundry room with washer & dryer, restored original pine siding, new front porch, St. Augustine sodded lawn, and a one-car garage, + additional RV hook-up. Unrestricted zoning + ideal location + waterfront = outstanding investment potential. An adjacent property is available w/ first rights to buyers—ask listing agent for details. Old South Alabama charm, modern upgrades, unbeatable location+ income opportunity make this a rare and versatile waterfront investment. Sold Furnished. Buyer to verify in Buyer to verify all informatio
Single-familyProperty Type
1960Year Built
1.23 acresLot Size
$367Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Tatyana Hall• Waters Edge Realty
Contact: PHONE: 251-216-2772
Bought with Melissa Lohmeier• RE/MAX of Orange Beach
Nice Flat Waterfront lot on water connecting Bon Secour River, Mobile Bay, the Gulf, etc. Room for pier, boathouse, etc. 100 ft wide on the paved street and over 500 feet deep. Nice Trees. Enjoy everything the coast has to offer. Only 6 miles to the beach.
BCAR #323439
Jan 14, 2022
Sold
$112,900
$94/sq ft
Dec 2, 2021
Delisted
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Nov 30, 2021
Listed
$112,900
$94/sq ft
Waterfront lot on Bon Secour! Lot size is 100x 600ft per the Baldwin County Tax records. Priced at $112,900 Property has an old abandoned home on property.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2022
$924 (+14.6%)
2021
$806 (+28.0%)
2020
$630
2019
$630 (+7.1%)
2018
$588
2017
$588
Tax history for 18800 James Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2022
$924 (+14.6%)
2021
$806 (+28.0%)
2020
$630
2019
$630 (+7.1%)
2018
$588
2017
$588
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
100 ft.
Lot depth
600 ft.
Lot size
1.26 Acres
Year renovated
1960
Sq. Ft.
792
Year built
1960
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Baldwin County
APN
61-09-37-0-000-158.000
Parking Spaces
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Basement
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Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Jun 3, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Has Garage
Parking Features: Attached, RV Garage
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
# of Half Bathrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Other, Ceiling Fan(s)
Interior Features
Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
Furnished: Furnished
Appliances: Dryer, Washer, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Electric Range
Flooring: Wood
Exterior
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch, Porch
Roof: Metal
Building Information
Construction Materials: HardiPlank Type
Foundation Details: Pillar/Post/Pier
Property Features
On Waterfront
Waterfront Features: River Front
Has View
Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Residential Detached
Lot Information
Lot Features: Level, Waterfront, Few Trees
Water Body Name: Bon Secour River
Lot Size : 100x576
Lot Size Acres: 1.23
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Utilities: Natural Gas Available, Cable Available
Location
Schools Information
Elementary School: Foley Elementary
Middle Or Junior School: Foley Middle
High School: Foley High
Location Information
Directions: From Highway 59, turn onto County Road 8. Then take a left onto Viola Road — the cottage will be on the left-hand side.
Subdivision Name: Krump Landing
Community Information
Community Features: None
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 792
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 1.26 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1960
Year Renovated: 1960
County: Baldwin County
APN: 61-09-37-0-000-158.000
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 3, 2026
Other
Listing Information
AttributionContact: PHONE: 251-216-2772
Around this home
Schools
Foley Elementary School
Public PreK-6 • Assigned • 6.0mi
7/10
Foley Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 5.9mi
8/10
Foley High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.2mi
7/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
9/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 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
Gulf Shores, AL • 36542
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In this area, properties receive around 8.7 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$418,000 – $506,000
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