Opal Condominiums, Orange Beach: A Private, One-Residence-Per-Floor Address on the Gulf
By Meredith Amon, Licensed in Alabama and Florida
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What I Love About Opal in Orange Beach
When buyers ask me about the most private, low-density luxury option directly on the sand in Orange Beach, Opal is always part of the conversation. With only 13 residences — one per floor — Opal Condos delivers the feel of a private penthouse from the elevator to the foyer. The separation from typical high-rise crowds is immediate: secure, gated entry, a coded lobby, and your own enclosed garage with additional assigned parking.
“Stepping off the elevator into a full-floor home with floor-to-ceiling glass and endless Gulf views feels unlike anything else on the coast.”
Residences: One Home Per Floor, Panoramic Gulf Views
Each residence spans the entire level with 10-foot, floor-to-ceiling glass for unobstructed Gulf vistas and wrap-around balcony space that frames both sunrise color and the soft evening light. Several past sales included two fireplaces, thoughtfully placed to anchor the great room and the primary suite. Most plans are five bedrooms with en-suite baths and walk-in closets, though select four-bedroom layouts have traded at the top of the market as well. Storage is excellent, and many closets have been professionally finished over the years.
Kitchens & Materials: Sub-Zero, Wolf, Poggenpohl
Opal was designed for the discerning cook and entertainer. Prior listings have featured:
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Sub-Zero and Wolf appliance suites (gas cooktop and grill components are common)
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Poggenpohl cabinetry, often in warm pearwood or sleek contemporary finishes
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Natural stone floors (including Jerusalem stone in notable residences)
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Wet bar upgrades with ice makers and wine storage
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Thoughtful additions such as refrigerator/freezer drawers, trash compactors, and integrated lighting
In the primary bath, expect steam showers, dual vanities, and infinity edge soaking tubs, plus well-organized walk-through closets.
Privacy, Security, and Quiet Luxury
Opal’s elevator opens directly into your private foyer, and a service elevator discreetly connects to the utility area for vendors and deliveries. The building is gated and rental-restricted with a low-density profile that keeps the amenity spaces calm and comfortable. Some owners have installed motorized shades, central lighting systems, and whole-home audio for effortless control.
Amenities with a Residential Feel
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Indoor pool with owners’ entertaining kitchen
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Zero-entry outdoor pool and spa
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Fitness room
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Grilling area (Big Green Egg noted on past sales)
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Gated boardwalk to the beach
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Private enclosed garage plus an additional assigned space
These are amenities you’ll actually use — refined, well-kept, and scaled to a 13-residence community.
Market Snapshot & Notable Details
Opal’s resale history underscores its position as one of Orange Beach’s most exclusive addresses, with past sales ranging roughly from the high $2M’s to the $3M+ range, depending on floor, view, finish level, and recent upgrades. Several residences have been fully reimagined with custom millwork, wine storage, and control systems. Policies have historically reflected a rental-restricted environment ( 30-day minimums). I recommend confirming the current association rules and fees during due diligence.
Who Is Opal Right For?
If you value privacy, design pedigree, and a low-key luxury experience directly on the Gulf, Opal is a standout. The one-per-floor concept means you enjoy the scale of a home with the lock-and-leave simplicity of a condominium. It’s an excellent fit for buyers who prefer quality over quantity of amenities and who appreciate timeless materials and well-engineered building systems.
Next Steps
If you’re exploring ultra-private, full-floor coastal residences in Orange Beach — or you’d like a comparison set that includes similar low-density options along the Gulf Coast — I’m happy to curate an owner-level brief with recent sales, floor plans, fees, and policy notes so you can purchase with confidence.
Meredith Amon is a Gulf Coast Expert Real Estate Advisor, licensed in Alabama and Florida. She specializes in helping buyers and sellers navigate the buying and selling of homes along the Gulf Coast. If Opal aligns with your vision, I’d love to talk through timing, availability, and next steps.
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