By Meredith Amon, Licensed in Alabama and Florida

There’s something about watching the sun rise over the Gulf of Mexico while the bow of your boat cuts a glassy trail toward open water. As a real estate advisor and full-time resident of Ono Island, I don’t just help people find homes—I help them live the boating and fishing lifestyle that defines Orange Beach and the surrounding Gulf Coast.
At www.searchthegulf.com, I work with homeowners and buyers who crave this lifestyle. Whether you’re searching for a deep water dock, a boat lift-ready canal front lot, or a luxury home minutes from Zeke’s Landing Marina or Orange Beach Marina, boating isn’t just a bonus feature—it’s the centerpiece.
Why Deep Sea Fishing in Orange Beach is So Popular
Orange Beach is one of the premier deep sea fishing destinations in the U.S. We’re nestled on the edge of one of the most fertile fisheries in the Gulf, with artificial reefs and natural ledges attracting everything from red snapper and amberjack to tuna, mahi-mahi, and marlin.
Some of the most iconic charters launch from:
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Zeke’s Landing Marina
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SanRoc Cay
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Orange Beach Marina
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Fort Morgan Marina
Whether you're trolling for king mackerel or heading offshore for a full-day swordfish trip, captains here know these waters better than anyone. And if you're looking to stay inshore, speckled trout, flounder, and redfish are plentiful in the bays and backwaters.
The Boating Culture is Our Pulse
If you’re new to the area, you’ll quickly see that boating isn’t seasonal here—it’s a year-round passion. Most waterfront communities, like Ono Island, Bear Point, and Terry Cove, are designed with boaters in mind.
Our marinas aren’t just for tourists—they’re part of our daily rhythm. Locals dock at the Wharf for a bite, cruise down Ole River at sunset, or take weekend runs over to Fort McRee or Crab Island. From center consoles to sportfishers, you’ll see a little bit of everything tied up in our slips.
Want to live where you dock? Search homes with boating accommodations at searchthegulf.com/boating-accommodations-on-the-gulf-coast.
Real Estate Insights for Boaters
As someone who’s spent over 20 years in real estate, I know the value of a protected canal, a strong seawall, or a lift that can handle a 40' boat. If you’re buying a home in Orange Beach or Ono Island, I’ll help you match the property with your vessel—because not every home suits every hull.
I also work closely with local builders and marine contractors to advise on dock permitting, dredging, and lift installation. Many buyers overlook the importance of water depth, canal width, and bridge clearance—until it’s too late.
Let’s make sure that doesn’t happen to you.
Planning a Fishing Trip? Here’s My Local Tip:
Call the captain directly. Many of the best trips aren’t advertised. Leave a voicemail—chances are, they’re on the water. And if you want a recommendation for a captain or boat that suits your style, just email me at meredith@searchthegulf.com—I’d love to help.
Let's Find Your Gulf Coast Home
Whether you’re dreaming of a marina-view condo, a waterfront lot to build your own dock, or a deep-water estate on Ono Island, I can guide you through it. Start your search at www.searchthegulf.com—the Gulf Coast’s premier platform for coastal real estate listings.
Let’s get you anchored in a lifestyle you love.
#searchthegulf #meredithamon #becausewelivehere
Ono Island Homes & Land for Sale – Luxury Waterfront Real Estate in Orange Beach Alabama
$5,500,000
3983 Oleander Court, Orange Beach
5
Beds
5
Baths
3,972 SqFt
Residential
MLS® # 385551
Brett R/E Robinson Dev OB Main: 251-981-6180
$5,300,000
31292 River Road, Orange Beach
6
Beds
7
Baths
4,718 SqFt
Residential
MLS® # 360051
Signature Properties
$4,500,000
↓ $300,000
30510 River Road, Orange Beach
4
Beds
5
Baths
6,000 SqFt
Residential
MLS® # 367056
C Properties Sales & Managemen PHONE: 251-979-6011
$4,200,000
↓ $600,000
33202 River Road, Orange Beach
4
Beds
5
Baths
4,943 SqFt
Residential
MLS® # 351716
RE/MAX Paradise
$3,900,000
29879 St John Drive, Orange Beach
5
Beds
6
Baths
6,709 SqFt
Residential
MLS® # 377376
Bellator RE LLC Orange Beach PHONE: 251-979-6600
$2,990,000
↑ $90,000
29765 St John Drive, Orange Beach
6
Beds
6
Baths
7,078 SqFt
Residential
MLS® # 384580
Bellator RE LLC Orange Beach PHONE: 251-979-6600
$2,937,000
30475 Harbour Drive Unit Oh-03, Orange Beach
4
Beds
5
Baths
3,225 SqFt
Residential
MLS® # 384885
Liveoak Realty, LLC
$2,825,000
↓ $70,000
32220 River Road, Orange Beach
4
Beds
3
Baths
3,900 SqFt
Residential
MLS® # 381305
RE/MAX Paradise
$2,800,000
28452 Ono Boulevard, Orange Beach
5
Beds
5
Baths
6,100 SqFt
Residential
MLS® # 381213
RE/MAX of Orange Beach PHONE: 251-424-4123
$2,520,000
↓ $75,000
31729 River Road, Orange Beach
5
Beds
5
Baths
3,632 SqFt
Residential
MLS® # 376932
RE/MAX of Orange Beach PHONE: 251-786-4915
$2,400,000
28932 Ono Boulevard, Orange Beach
0
Beds
0
Baths
0 SqFt
Land
MLS® # 379580
Signature Properties
$2,370,000
↓ $25,000
30525 Harbour Drive, Orange Beach
5
Beds
5
Baths
2,672 SqFt
Residential
MLS® # 371953
1st Choice Gulf Coast
SEARCH ORANGE BEACH REAL ESTATE LISTINGS FOR SALE
$9,500,000
↓ $350,000
29170 Canal Road, Orange Beach
7
Beds
10
Baths
8,964 SqFt
Residential
MLS® # 378844
Engel and Volkers Gulf Shores
$5,895,000
27304 Gulf Road Unit B, Orange Beach
4
Beds
6
Baths
4,154 SqFt
Residential
MLS® # 386394
Vicki Lynn Real Estate
$5,895,000
27304 Gulf Road Unit A, Orange Beach
4
Beds
6
Baths
4,154 SqFt
Residential
MLS® # 386392
Vicki Lynn Real Estate
$5,500,000
3983 Oleander Court, Orange Beach
5
Beds
5
Baths
3,972 SqFt
Residential
MLS® # 385551
Brett R/E Robinson Dev OB Main: 251-981-6180
$5,300,000
31292 River Road, Orange Beach
6
Beds
7
Baths
4,718 SqFt
Residential
MLS® # 360051
Signature Properties
$4,799,999
↓ $50,001
23150 Perdido Beach Boulevard, Orange Beach
5
Beds
6
Baths
3,488 SqFt
Residential
MLS® # 378523
RE/MAX Paradise
$4,750,000
26350 Perdido Beach Boulevard Unit C2902, Orange Beach
4
Beds
5
Baths
4,756 SqFt
Residential
MLS® # 373609
Caribe Realty, Inc. PHONE: 251-747-1232
$4,750,000
25122 Perdido Beach Boulevard, Orange Beach
0
Beds
0
Baths
0 SqFt
Land
MLS® # 363696
Lewis & Co. Real Estate
$4,600,000
↓ $250,000
23150 Perdido Beach Boulevard Unit 2, Orange Beach
10
Beds
10
Baths
5,278 SqFt
Residential
MLS® # 377811
RE/MAX of Orange Beach PHONE: 334-654-0750
$4,500,000
↓ $300,000
30510 River Road, Orange Beach
4
Beds
5
Baths
6,000 SqFt
Residential
MLS® # 367056
C Properties Sales & Managemen PHONE: 251-979-6011
$4,495,000
↓ $5,000
24678 Cross Lane, Orange Beach
6
Beds
8
Baths
3,426 SqFt
Residential
MLS® # 373259
Century 21 J Carter & Company CELL: 251-979-9781
New
$4,400,000
24638 Cross Lane, Orange Beach
8
Beds
8
Baths
4,252 SqFt
Residential
MLS® # 386779
eXp Realty Southern Branch CELL: 251-210-7088
Search Coastal Alabama Homes and Real Estate For Sale
$17,000,000
↓ $3,000,000
Kennedy Road, Bon Secour
0
Beds
0
Baths
0 SqFt
Land
MLS® # 376378
Alabama Beach Realty LLC PHONE: 251-752-4224
$16,500,000
901 Waterway West Boulevard, Gulf Shores
0
Beds
0
Baths
0 SqFt
Land
MLS® # 369630
RE/MAX Paradise
$9,500,000
↓ $350,000
29170 Canal Road, Orange Beach
7
Beds
10
Baths
8,964 SqFt
Residential
MLS® # 378844
Engel and Volkers Gulf Shores
$8,000,000
↓ $495,000
County Road 32, Elberta
0
Beds
0
Baths
0 SqFt
Land
MLS® # 379001
Beachball Properties
$6,995,000
↓ $800,000
1220 State Highway 180, Gulf Shores
5
Beds
6
Baths
4,229 SqFt
Residential
MLS® # 378511
EXIT Realty Gulf Shores
New
$6,500,000
Highway 59, Gulf Shores
0
Beds
0
Baths
0 SqFt
Land
MLS® # 386789
Swiger & Company swigerandcompany@gmail.com
$6,480,000
E Oak Road, Gulf Shores
0
Beds
0
Baths
0 SqFt
Land
MLS® # 373312
RE/MAX of Gulf Shores
$6,000,000
↓ $4,000,000
204 W 1st Avenue, Gulf Shores
0
Beds
0
Baths
0 SqFt
Land
MLS® # 347019
Malcolm Bond Realty, Inc.
$5,895,000
27304 Gulf Road Unit B, Orange Beach
4
Beds
6
Baths
4,154 SqFt
Residential
MLS® # 386394
Vicki Lynn Real Estate
$5,895,000
27304 Gulf Road Unit A, Orange Beach
4
Beds
6
Baths
4,154 SqFt
Residential
MLS® # 386392
Vicki Lynn Real Estate
$5,500,000
3983 Oleander Court, Orange Beach
5
Beds
5
Baths
3,972 SqFt
Residential
MLS® # 385551
Brett R/E Robinson Dev OB Main: 251-981-6180
$5,500,000
Foley Beach Expressway, Foley
0
Beds
0
Baths
0 SqFt
Land
MLS® # 364818
Signature Properties
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