INTERIOR VACANT LOTS FOR SALE ON ONO ISLAND

What to Know Before You Build in This Premier Gated Community
By Meredith Amon, Licensed in Alabama and Florida
Guided by Integrity. Backed by Experience. Search the Gulf with Meredith Amon.

If you’ve been searching for a rare opportunity to build your dream home or investment property on Ono Island, interior lots may be the perfect place to begin. These non-waterfront parcels offer all the privacy, security, and prestige of life behind the gates—without the premium price tag of canal or bay-front property.

As of June 15, 2025, available interior lots are priced from $169,000 to $299,000. These parcels are generally 90' x 150', flat, and located in X and AE flood zones—making them easier and more affordable to insure and build on.

Building on Ono Island: What to Know

Whether you’re planning a primary residence, vacation home, spec build, or long-term investment, building on Ono Island involves unique processes and costs that you’ll want to understand upfront. Here’s what I share with every buyer:

Cost to Build on Ono Island (2025 Estimate)

• Standard Custom Home Build: $250–$400 per square foot

• Luxury/Waterfront Homes: $400–$700+ per square foot

• Labor Costs: Elevated due to coastal demand and skilled labor shortages

• Material Costs: Vary by season and supply chain, but shipping to Ono can add 5–10%

Ono Island Buyer Requirements & Fees

• $8,000 Island Transfer Fee: Paid by the buyer at closing to the POA

• Setbacks: Typically 30’ front, 10’ sides, 20’ rear (verify with the Architectural Review Committee)

• Minimum Build Size: Varies by section, but often around 2,000–2,800 SF

• Prohibited Builds: No mobile homes, tiny homes, modular homes, or short-term rentals

• Gold Fortified Requirement: Strongly encouraged, and increasingly expected for insurance approval

• HOA Fees: Annual dues range from approximately $1,700 to $2,500 depending on lot location

Permits & Inspections Required

• Baldwin County Building Permit

• Ono Island ARC (Architectural Review Committee) Approval

• Elevation Certificate for AE or VE flood zone lots

• Foundation, framing, electrical, plumbing, and final inspections by county building officials

• Land Disturbance & Fill Permits may be required for sloped or low-elevation parcels

Bridge Access & Weight Restrictions

Ono Island is accessed by a private bridge with a posted weight limit of 30 tons.
Heavy equipment deliveries and large material hauls must be pre-approved by the Ono Island Property Owners Association, and certain construction vehicles require special scheduling.

Explore all interior lot listings:
www.searchthegulf.com/ono-island/

 Ready to Walk the Lots?

Let’s schedule a private tour of available parcels. I can help you:

• Compare flood zones, setbacks, and build requirements

• Match with a builder familiar with Ono Island

• Run ROI projections for custom or spec builds

• Coordinate early architectural consultation

Building your dream home—or planning a smart investment—starts with choosing the right piece of land. I’m here to guide you every step of the way.

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Ono Island Homes & Land for Sale – Luxury Waterfront Real Estate in Orange Beach Alabama

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$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

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