Found 3 blog entries tagged as seawall.

What Your Money Buys in an Orange Beach, Alabama Single-Family Homes


When I sit down with buyers searching for a house in Orange Beach, the first question is almost always the same: what does my budget really buy in today’s market. Below is a clear, first-person guide to price tiers, bedroom counts, neighborhoods, and the features I see most often—especially for those who want boating access, docks, and lifts. If you’re just getting started, my Orange Beach area page is a good jumping-off point: Orange Beach — https://www.searchthegulf.com/orange-beach/.

Orange Beach Alabama Homes For Sale

Across current listings I’m tracking, the market stretches roughly $160,000 to $9,500,000, with a median around $769,000. About 62% of homes advertised are in a waterfront or water-oriented…

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The Process and Costs of Building Piers, Boathouses, and Docks on Ono Island, Orange Beach, Alabama

By Meredith Amon, Licensed in Alabama and Florida

Ono Island Boathouses and Piers Boating

Building a pier, boathouse, or dock on Ono Island in Orange Beach, Alabama, can be an exciting project, offering you direct access to the water, enhanced property value, and a serene waterfront lifestyle. However, it's essential to understand the complexities involved, especially the varying costs and the necessary permits required by the Baldwin County Building Department and the Ono Island Property Owners Association (POA). Whether you’re looking to build a simple dock or a full-fledged boathouse with boat lifts, the process can vary greatly depending on several factors.

Key Factors…

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Understanding Seawalls and Bulkheads on Ono Island: A Guide for Homeowners and Buyers

Ono Island Seawall Bulkhead Home Orange Beach Alabama 

Ono Island in Orange Beach, Alabama, is a stunning waterfront community that offers a peaceful, private lifestyle surrounded by natural beauty. For waterfront property owners on Ono Island, protecting the shoreline is a critical aspect of property maintenance, and seawalls and bulkheads are often essential solutions. As a real estate advisor specializing in Ono Island, I’ll guide you through the basics of seawalls and bulkheads, their benefits, and important considerations for buyers and homeowners.

1. Purpose of Seawalls and Bulkheads

Seawalls and bulkheads are structures built to protect waterfront properties from erosion, tides, and storms. On Ono…

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