New Construction Homes on Ono Island in Orange Beach, Alabama | Meredith Folger Amon

Posted by Meredith Folger Amon on February 19th, 2026

New Construction Homes on Ono Island: Watching a Home Begin at the Foundation Stage

I was out showing homes one morning on Ono Island when we passed a lot mid-construction, and it stopped me for a second. All around it were finished houses with polished exteriors and landscaping that felt settled. Then, right in between, was this raw, in-progress space that made the building process feel very real.

The foundation walls were going up with stacked concrete block outlining the home’s footprint. Room divisions were already starting to show, even though they were only a few blocks high. Pallets of wrapped block were staged neatly on the sand for the next phase, and a small mixer sat nearby ready to work.

The lot was sandy and ringed by…

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Ono Island Real Estate: The Questions Buyers Ask Most (With Boating Insights)

Posted by Meredith Folger Amon on January 6th, 2026

Ono Island • Orange Beach, Alabama • Waterfront Real Estate

Ono Island Real Estate, Explained.

I keep an eye on what buyers and homeowners are searching about Ono Island, and it reads like a perfect “buyer’s mind map.” People ask about celebrities, cost, gate access, rentals, HOA fees, and boating. Those questions are more than curiosity. They reveal what matters most: privacy, lifestyle, and how waterfront details translate into long-term value.

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• Celebrity questions and what matters more than a name
• Is Ono Island expensive, and why
• Can anyone drive on Ono Island
• Can you rent homes on Ono Island
• HOA fees, in plain English
• Boating amenities that move the needle on value
• How I recommend…

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Gulf Coast Home Building Guide: Step-by-Step Process, Terms, and Timeline

Posted by Meredith Folger Amon on December 13th, 2025

 

Building a Home on the Gulf Coast: A Ground-Up Guide to the Full Process

I’m Meredith Folger Amon, and I’ve spent my career helping buyers and sellers understand what truly matters in coastal real estate. When new construction is done well, it yields timeless elegance and durability. When details are missed, the Gulf has a way of revealing it. For more Gulf Coast market and construction insights, visit www.searchthegulf.com.

I work with a respected collective of quality homebuilders in Orange Beach, Ono Island, and across the Gulf Coast. If you would like builder recommendations for a new construction plan, a lot evaluation, or a renovation strategy, email me anytime at meredith@searchthegulf.com. I’m happy to connect you with…

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Vertical Platform Lifts (VPLs) for Coastal Homes in Orange Beach and Ono Island

Posted by Meredith Folger Amon on July 28th, 2025

A Smarter Way Up: Why More Gulf Coast Homeowners Are Installing Vertical Platform Lifts (VPLs)

By Meredith Amon
Licensed in Alabama and Florida
Guided by Integrity. Backed by Experience. Search the Gulf with Meredith Amon.

Function Meets Flexibility on the Gulf Coast

Many of the homes I show and sell along the Gulf Coast, especially in Orange Beach and Ono Island, are built on pilings. Elevated construction is essential for flood safety and storm resilience—but let’s be honest, the stairs can become a real challenge, especially if you're bringing up groceries, managing luggage, or navigating mobility issues.

For buyers and homeowners who want a practical, attractive alternative to stairs (without the complexity or cost of a full home…

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