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26563 Cotton Bayou Drive

Orange Beach, AL 36561

4 beds
4 baths
2,272 sqft
~1/2 acre lot
$354 per sqft
2004 build
– on site

Check out this Recently Updated Orange Beach Retreat with Water Views of Cotton Bayou. This unique home has a new in-ground Private Pool with an Entertainment Area and full bathroom, plus a Workshop on the ground level, with ample covered parking. No HOA in the Award-Winning Orange Beach City School District! Two public boat launches are easily accessible within 1/2 mile and there are water views of Cotton Bayou from the living area, master bedroom, and a guest bedroom. Vaulted ceilings and a plethora of bright windows bring lots of natural light to this open-concept main level, which is great for entertaining family & friends. This retreat features a split bedroom floor plan with 3 bedrooms with 2 full bathrooms located on the main level, with an additional 4th bedroom/office and half-bath on the upstairs level. This home is graced with 3/4" solid wood flooring throughout, with tiled floors in the bathrooms, stainless steel appliances and granite countertops. The large master bedroom with en-suite bathroom features multiple closets, dual vanities, plus a sitting area. Don't miss the special "She-Shed" creativity room located off the covered back porch. The lower level has plenty of storage with a large 15'x30'x30' workshop and another full bathroom convenient to the pool. New superior HVAC unit with transferable warranty, new kitchen appliances, new water heater, new pool pump, upgraded insulation and double pane windows make this home very energy efficient. There is plenty of room to park up to 6 vehicles or your boat under the house, plus ample driveway space for guests. Current Termite Bond expires July 2026. DID I MENTION THE INGROUND POOL IS ONLY 2 YEARS OLD? Buyer to verify all information during due diligence.

Listing courtesy of BCAR / RE/MAX of Gulf Shores

Last checked: Checking… • Last updated Jul 7, 2025 •

MLS# 381688 —

The Building

Year Built:

2004
New Construction:

false
Construction Materials:

Concrete Board, Hardboard, Vinyl Siding, Wood Siding, Wood Frame
Architectural Style:

Raised Beach
Roof:

Metal
Foundation Details:

Pillar/Post/Pier
Levels:

Two
Exterior Features:

Storage, Termite Contract
Window Features:

Double Pane Windows, ENERGY STAR Qualified Windows
Patio And Porch Features:

Covered, Patio, Rear Porch, Front Porch
Security Features:

Smoke Detector(s)
Building Area Total:

2272
Building Area Units:

Square Feet
Building Area Source:

Assessor

Interior

Interior Features:

Breakfast Bar, Bonus Room, Office/Study, Recreation Room, Ceiling Fan(s), En-Suite, High Ceilings, Internet, Split Bedroom Plan, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
Flooring:

Tile, Wood
Kitchen Level:

Main
Furnished:

Negotiable
Dining Room Features:

Dining/Kitchen Combo
Dining Room Level:

Main
Living Room Level:

Main
Fireplace:

false
Fireplace Features:

None
Laundry Features:

Lower Level, Outside

Room Dimensions

Living Area:

2272
Living Area Units:

Square Feet
Living Area Source:

Assessor
Kitchen Area:

161.8681
Kitchen Length:

13.5833
Kitchen Width:

11.9167
Dining Room Area:

106.2569
Dining Room Length:

8.9167
Living Room Length:

22.5833
Dining Room Width:

11.9167
Living Room Area:

430.9653
Living Room Width:

19.0833
Master Bedroom Area:

240.75
Master Bedroom Length:

13.5
Master Bedroom Width:

17.8333
Bedroom 2 Area:

178.75
Bedroom 2 Length:

15
Bedroom 3 Length:

15.25
Bedroom 2 Width:

11.9167
Bedroom 4 Length:

19.4167
Bedroom 3 Area:

203.3333
Bedroom 3 Width:

13.3333
Bedroom 4 Area:

197.4028
Bedroom 4 Width:

10.1667

Financial & Terms

Ownership:

Whole/Full
Possession:

Close Of Escrow, Negotiable

Location

Directions:

From Hwy 161/Orange Beach Blvd., turn East on Cotton Bayou Drive. Travel approximately 0.7 miles, past Caribe Drive, to 26563 Cotton Bayou on the Left.
Cross Street:

HWY 161

The Property

Property Type:

Residential
Property Subtype:

Raised Beach
Property Attached:

false
Other Structures:

Pool House
Property Condition:

Resale
Zoning Description:

Single Family Residence
Parcel Number:

6502090001173.000
Lot Size Area:

20211.84
Lot Features:

Less than 1 acre, Few Trees
Lot Size Acres:

0.464
Lot Size SqFt:

20211.84
Lot Size Dimensions:

106.5 x 233.1
Lot Size Units:

Square Feet
Fencing:

Fenced
View:

true
View:

Indirect Bay Side, Direct Bayou-Across Rd, Indirect Bayou Side, Indirect Bayou-Across Rd, Direct Bay-Across Rd, Indirect Bay-Across Rd
Water Source:

Public, Orange Beach Water Auth
Waterfront:

false
Waterfront Features:

Bay Access (<=1/4 Mi), Bayou Accs (<=1/4 Mi), No Waterfront
Water Body Name:

Cotton Bayou

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax Annual Amount:

2161.28
Tax Legal Description:

106.5 X 233.1 Irr Lot 19 Green Sub Slide 2279-F In The City Of Orange Beach Sec 9-T9s-R5e In# 1393548 In# 1393549
Tax Lot:

19
Tax Block:

19

Beds

Bedrooms Total:

4
Bedroom 2 Level:

Main
Bedroom 3 Level:

Main
Bedroom 4 Level:

Second
Master Bedroom Level:

Main
Master Bedroom Features:

Direct Bay View-Primary, Multiple Walk in Closets, Sitting Area, Walk-In Closet(s)

Baths

Total Baths:

3.5
Total Baths:

4
Full Baths:

3
Half Baths:

1
Master Bath Features:

Double Vanity, Tub/Shower Combo

The Listing

Virtual Tour URL Unbranded:

https://www.zillow.com/view-imx/bcddc0fe-1e48-4faf-8e44-09da292f314e?setAttribution=mls&wl=true&initialViewType=pano&utm_source=dashboard
Home Warranty:

false

Heating & Cooling

Heating:

Electric, Heat Pump, ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment
Heating:

true
Cooling:

Ceiling Fan(s), ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment, HVAC (SEER 16+)

Utilities

Utilities:

Cable Available, Underground Utilities, Cable Connected
Electric:

Total Electric, Baldwin EMC
Sewer:

Grinder Pump, Public Sewer

Appliances

Appliances:

Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Electric Range, Refrigerator w/Ice Maker, Electric Water Heater, ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances

Schools

Elementary School:

Orange Beach Elementary
Middle Or Junior School:

Orange Beach Middle
High School:

Orange Beach High

The Community

Subdivision Name:

Green
Community Features:

None
Association:

false
Pool Features:

In Ground
Pool Private:

true
Subdivision:

AL
Pets Allowed:

More Than 2 Pets Allowed

Parking

Garage:

false
Carport:

false
Parking Total:

6
Parking Features:

See Remarks, Three or More Vehicles

Monthly cost estimate

Asking price

$805,000

Expense	Monthly cost
Mortgage	$4,310
Taxes	$180
Insurance	$221
Utilities	$180 See report
Total	$4,891/mo.^*
	^*This is an estimate

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
7/3/25 Jul 3, 2025	Listed / Active	BCAR	$805,000

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This house located in Orange Beach, AL 36561 is currently for sale for $805,000. 26563 Cotton Bayou Drive is a 2,272 square foot house with 4 beds and 4 baths that has been on Estately for 12 days. This house is in the attendance area of Orange Beach Middle High School and Orange Beach Elementary School.

Listing Courtesy of: BCAR and RE/MAX of Gulf Shores.

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