Cotton Bayou

Cotton Bayou — The Crossroads of Coastal Ease

By Meredith Folger Amon — Licensed in Alabama and Florida
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If Old River is the quiet edge of the Gulf Coast and Terry Cove its working heart, then Cotton Bayou is its soul of convenience and charm. Perfectly positioned in the center of Orange Beach, Cotton Bayou is where deepwater meets daily life—where you can boat to dinner, cruise to the pass, and still make it home before sunset.

It’s not just a body of water; it’s a lifestyle that connects everything this town is known for—marinas, restaurants, beaches, and boating—all within a few winding channels that seem to gather the community together like a tide returning to shore.

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$2,600,000

27267 Perdido Beach Boulevard, Orange Beach

0 Beds 0 Baths 0 SqFt Commercial Sale MLS® # 378981

eXp Realty Southern Branch PHONE: 251-978-6059

$2,549,000

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26617 Cotton Bayou Lane, Orange Beach

5 Beds 5 Baths 3,180 SqFt Residential MLS® # 382099

RE/MAX Paradise

$2,300,000

26173 Pelican Landing, Orange Beach

8 Beds 6 Baths 3,164 SqFt Residential MLS® # 376973

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$1,350,000

27269 Perdido Beach Boulevard Unit C5a, Orange Beach

3 Beds 4 Baths 2,954 SqFt Residential MLS® # 378920

Keller Williams AGC Realty - Orange Beach PHONE: 205-613-2878

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$1,175,000

3564 Bayou Road Unit C205, Orange Beach

3 Beds 3 Baths 1,953 SqFt Residential MLS® # 386318

RE/MAX of Orange Beach PHONE: 251-533-6677

$1,100,000

27501 Perdido Beach Boulevard Unit 511, Orange Beach

3 Beds 3 Baths 1,940 SqFt Residential MLS® # 352404

Brett R/E Robinson Dev OB Main: 251-981-6180

$999,000

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27405 Polaris Street Unit 302, Orange Beach

4 Beds 4 Baths 1,803 SqFt Residential MLS® # 370907

eXp Realty Southern Branch PHONE: 678-457-0677

$959,000

3564 Bayou Road Unit D207, Orange Beach

4 Beds 4 Baths 1,915 SqFt Residential MLS® # 385852

RE/MAX of Orange Beach CELL: 251-978-5989

$925,000

3564 Bayou Road Unit 402, Orange Beach

3 Beds 3 Baths 1,953 SqFt Residential MLS® # 382339

RE/MAX Paradise

$914,000

3564 Bayou Road Unit 102, Orange Beach

3 Beds 3 Baths 1,953 SqFt Residential MLS® # 385475

RE/MAX of Orange Beach PHONE: 251-424-4123

$850,000

27501 Perdido Beach Boulevard Unit 205, Orange Beach

3 Beds 3 Baths 1,783 SqFt Residential MLS® # 373047

Kaiser Sotheby's Int-GS PHONE: 251-752-0192

$799,000

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27405 Polaris Street Unit 503, Orange Beach

3 Beds 2 Baths 1,367 SqFt Residential MLS® # 374327

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The Geography of Everyday Coastal Living

Tucked between Highway 161 and Perdido Beach Boulevard, Cotton Bayou offers sheltered waters and unmatched accessibility. It connects seamlessly to Terry Cove and Perdido Pass, which means that from nearly any slip or boathouse here, you can be in the Gulf of Mexico in just minutes.

Unlike other waterways defined by their solitude or scale, Cotton Bayou’s charm lies in its proximity. It’s a place where residential docks, charter fleets, and casual marinas coexist comfortably. The bayou itself is calm and compact—ideal for kayaking at sunrise or easing out at dusk for a twilight cruise.

Central Orange Beach Convenience

For boaters, few places offer the ease of Cotton Bayou. You’re close to everything: The Wharf, Zeke’s Landing Marina, SanRoc Cay, and the best dockside dining Orange Beach has to offer. From a waterfront home or condo here, you can launch a morning fishing trip, stop for lunch at Cobalt or Zeke’s, and be anchored in time to watch the day fade over Robinson Island.

It’s this blend of utility and grace that makes Cotton Bayou such a coveted location. Many homeowners here say the same thing—“I can get everywhere from here.”

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Waterfront Homes & Condominiums

Real estate around Cotton Bayou ranges from single-family waterfront homes to a variety of low- and mid-rise condominiums, many of which come with boat slips, lifts, and shared amenities. These properties often attract those who want to enjoy the boating lifestyle without the scale of larger estate ownership.

Notable residences and communities include:

• Cotton Bayou Condominiums – Classic Orange Beach waterfront living with private slips and direct access to the pass.

• Phoenix on the Bay and Phoenix on the Bay II – Resort-style condominiums with lazy rivers, indoor/outdoor pools, and easy marina access.

• Zeke’s Landing Area and Cotton Bayou Drive neighborhoods – Single-family homes and townhomes that blend residential comfort with boating practicality.

The Boating Spirit of Cotton Bayou

There’s a rhythm here that’s entirely its own. Early mornings bring glassy water and the slow hum of outboards easing from slips. By afternoon, the bayou reflects a golden light, dotted with small craft, families heading to Robinson Island, and charter captains preparing for tomorrow’s run.

While it’s smaller and quieter than the wide waters of Bayou St. John or the deep channels of Terry Cove, Cotton Bayou carries its own understated prestige. It’s a waterway of connections—between neighbors, marinas, and the open Gulf beyond.

Explore Cotton Bayou Homes & Condos for Sale

Whether you’re searching for a boater’s condo with slip access, a low-maintenance second home, or a primary residence in the center of it all, Cotton Bayou offers a blend of access and intimacy that’s hard to find elsewhere along the coast.

I can help you explore the communities and properties that best fit your lifestyle. Begin your search today at www.searchthegulf.com, the Gulf Coast’s premier website for real estate and waterfront listings.

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