About 257 Fig Avenue
Charming white-picket-fence cottage on a corner lot in Fairhope’s sought-after Fruit & Nut District. Beautifully landscaped and full of character, this inviting home offers timeless charm with thoughtful updates and an easygoing lifestyle. Enjoy the covered back porch, take a short golf cart ride downtown, or head down to the bay and Eastern Shore Trail—everything is conveniently close by. Inside, you’ll find a beautifully updated kitchen and bathrooms, freshly painted interiors in 2025, and the timeless character of original restored real hardwood floors throughout. The home also features 488 square feet of additional bonus space with full bathroom above the two-car garage. While this space is not included in the listed square footage, it offers wonderful flexibility as a home office, guest suite, studio, or additional living space. A truly special cottage ready to welcome you home! Buyer to verify all information during due diligence.
Features of 257 Fig Avenue
| MLS® # | 411488 |
|---|---|
| Price | $935,000 |
| Bedrooms | 3 |
| Bathrooms | 2.00 |
| Full Baths | 2 |
| Square Footage | 1,781 |
| Acres | 0.28 |
| Year Built | 1974 |
| Type | Residential |
| Sub-Type | Cottage |
| Status | Active |
Community Information
| Address | 257 Fig Avenue |
|---|---|
| Area | Baldwin |
| Subdivision | Fruit And Nut District |
| City | Fairhope |
| County | Baldwin |
| State | AL |
| Zip Code | 36532 |
Amenities
| Utilities | Fairhope Utilities |
|---|---|
| Parking Spaces | 4 |
| Parking | Double Garage, Garage Door Opener |
| View | None/Not Applicable |
| Is Waterfront | No |
| Waterfront | No Waterfront |
| Has Pool | No |
| Pool | None |
Interior
| Interior Features | En Suite, Internet, Ceiling Fan(s), Termite Contract |
|---|---|
| Appliances | Disposal, Gas Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Plumbed For Ice Maker |
| Heating | Central, Electric |
| Fireplace | No |
| # of Fireplaces | 1 |
| Fireplaces | Den |
| # of Stories | 1 |
| Has Basement | No |
Exterior
| Exterior Features | Irrigation Sprinkler |
|---|---|
| Lot Description | Corner Lot, Less Than 1 Acre |
| Windows | Window Treatments |
| Roof | Composition Shingle |
School Information
| Elementary | Fairhope West Elementary |
|---|---|
| Middle | Fairhope Middle |
| High | Fairhope High |
Additional Information
| Date Listed | October 1st, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Foreclosure | No |
| Short Sale | No |
| RE / Bank Owned | No |
| HOA Fees Freq. | Monthly |
Listing Details
| Office | Mobile Bay Realty |
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