17629 Scenic Highway 98
Fairhope, AL, 36532 $ 8,300,000
Bedrooms13 Baths11.0 Sq 7,363 Monthly Estimate*
$ 52,407
for $8,300,000 with 13 bedrooms and 11 full baths. This 7,363 square foot home was built in 1973 on a lot size of 2.52.
A once-in-a-generation opportunity to own one of Historic Mobile Bay's most extraordinary waterfront estates on the iconic Boardwalk, just south of The Grand Hotel. This exceptional offering includes two separately deeded parcels totaling approx. 2.52 acres with an impressive 150± ft. of pristine Mobile Bay frontage. Enjoy panoramic water views, a sandy beach, private wharf, refreshing bay breezes, and spectacular sunsets from this remarkable family compound.Designed for multigenerational living and entertaining, the property includes four residences and an auxiliary storage/laundry building. The two front homes are beautifully designed mirror-image residences, each offering approx. 1,793 SF with 3 BR, 2 BA, vaulted ceilings, fireplaces, expansive windows showcasing sweeping bay views, and separate kitchens and dining rooms.The centerpiece is a 3,533 SF raised beach house featuring 6 BR and 6 BA with an open-concept design ideal for gatherings. Four bedroom suites are located on the main level, with two additional suites and an upstairs overlook providing additional living space. A spacious porch overlooking Mobile Bay creates the perfect setting for relaxing and entertaining.Completing the compound is a charming 424 SF guest cottage with 1 BR, 1 BA, a kitchen, and an inviting front porch.In addition to its existing improvements, the property offers exceptional redevelopment potential. Comprised of two separately deeded parcels, current zoning allows for up to four residential dwellings, subject to verification and applicable governmental approvals, making this an outstanding opportunity to create a custom luxury waterfront enclave.Whether preserved as an irreplaceable family estate or reimagined as an exceptional new development, this is one of Mobile Bay's finest legacy properties, combining breathtaking natural beauty, privacy, and unparalleled waterfront living in one unforgettable offering. Buyer to verify all information during due diligence.
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FeaturesGeneralUtilities Water City Sewage City Fairhope Utilities MoreThanOneWaterMeter
View Wooded Western View Direct Bay Front
Property Subtype Residential Detached
Waterfront Features Bay Front Building
Community Features None
County Baldwin
Property Type Residential
HOA false
Subdivision Name Metes And Bounds
Status Active
Directions Head out to I-65 S via East Interstate 65 Service Rd N. Take I-65 S to I-10 E exit at 35A toward Daphne/Fairhope onto US-98 E. Follow US-98 E through Point Clear then continue onto US-98 ALT E/Eastern Shore Trail via the traffic circle. Turn left onto US-98 ALT E. Quarter mile past the Grand Hotel.
High School Fairhope High
City Fairhope
MLS Area Baldwin
Elementary School Fairhope West Elementary
Home Warranty Y/N false
Middle/Junior High School Fairhope Middle
Standard Status Active
Heating Central
Possession At Closing
Roof Composition Shingle
Appliances Cooktop Dishwasher
Architectural Style Raised Beach
Year Built 1973
Full Baths 11
Stories Count 1
Body of Water Mobile Bay
Pool Features None
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InteriorHeating Y/N true
Fireplace Y/N true
Interior Amenities En Suite Ceiling Fan(s) Vaulted Ceiling(s) Split Bedroom Plan
Flooring Tile Carpet Laminate Split Brick
Total Fireplaces 2
Fireplace Features Great Room
Window Features Window Treatments
Half Baths 0
Total Bedrooms 13
Total Baths 11
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ExteriorLot Features Waterfront Pier Some Trees
Lot Size Acres 2.52
Number of Lots 2
Parking Features Other/See Remarks Three Or More Vehicles
Exterior Amenities Storage
Total Parking 30
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* Excluded FeaturesList ByMelissa MorrissetteListing Agent
mmorrissette@llbb.comEmail
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Default based on a 30-year fixed rate of 6.49% with 20% down. The estimated payment is offered for convenience and is not an offer of credit. Due to market fluctuations, interest rates are subject to change at any time and without notice. Your individual rate may vary. Rates may differ for FHA, VA or jumbo loans.
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Average List Price $832,568
Percent of Sale Price 90%
About Fairhope, AL 19,861 Population
50% Since 2002
$ 63,720 Median Income
45.02 Median Age
25% Households with Children
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0 Elementary School
0 Middle School
Fairhope High High School High School
Pricing History| Date | Price | Price Change | Description |
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| 7/29/2026 | $8,300,000 | | Listed Price |