$689,000

844 Desoto Dr Dauphin Island, AL 36528

$8,182
Closing credit¹
4 beds
2 full
0.2 acres
House

Property details

About 844 Desoto Dr

Waterfront island retreat with unparalleled boating access! This is your chance to have some of the best views and boating access Dauphin Island has to offer. Overlooking Dauphin Bay and Little Dauphin Island, this elevated home has deep water access allowing you to explore Mobile Bay and the Mississippi Sound in just minutes. This well-maintained residence features a newly installed fortified metal roof (2025), a 10,000 pound boat lift with new pilings, along with a recently constructed 25’x10’ fishing dock (2023)—perfect for avid anglers and water enthusiasts. Boasting 80-feet of waterfront footage, there is plenty of dock space to invite your friends to visit by boat. Enjoy serene bay views from the expansive covered porch, an ideal space for entertaining or unwinding. Inside, a wood-burning fireplace creates a cozy atmosphere for cooler evenings. The spacious storage room beneath the home is large enough for all your beach and boating gear. The covered area under the house offers ample space for swings, hammocks, outdoor seating, or parking. Conveniently located just a short walk or bike ride from the Alabama Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo, the Audubon Bird Sanctuary, local restaurants, grocery stores, and seafood markets, this home is also near several popular local beaches. Don’t miss the opportunity to own a waterfront retreat with unmatched boating access and coastal charm—schedule your private tour today!

Highlights

Home typeOther
HeatingCentral
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Lot size0.21 Acres
ParkingDrive Under Main Level
MLS #7548031
WaterfrontBay, Bay Front, Channel, Waterfront
FireplaceLiving Room
ViewBay, Water

Summary

  • MLS Number: 7548031
  • MLS Name: GCMLS2
  • Office Name: Wellhouse Real Estate LLC
  • Listing Agent: Karl Kleinschrodt

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Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$54,720$1,463
2022$56,880$1,522

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

10

Dauphin Island Elementary School

Public District KG-5

1.1 mi

1501 Bienville Blvd

7

Dixon Elementary School

Public District PK-5

15.2 mi

8650 Four Mile Rd

5

Anna F. Booth Elementary School

Public District PK-5

16.7 mi

17001 Hurricane Blvd

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $65,328. Residents of Dauphin Island, AL typically earn between $35k-100k each year. The most common type of family is married, no kids. Most residents in this area have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

14%
<35k
69%
35k-100k
12%
100k-200k
5%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

42%
Single, No Kids
3%
Single, with Kids
44%
Married, No Kids
11%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

7%
<11 yrs old
4%
12-17 yrs old
11%
18-34 yrs old
52%
35-64 yrs old
26%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • HuntingHunting
  • NASCARNASCAR
  • Figure SkatingFigure Skating

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • DillardsDillards
  • Dick's Sporting GoodsDick's Sporting Goods
  • Wal-MartWal-Mart

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Cracker BarrelCracker Barrel
  • Texas RoadhouseTexas Roadhouse
  • Hardee'sHardee's

What do the neighbors drive?

  • CadillacCadillac
  • SubaruSubaru
  • RamRam

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • News/Talk/InformationNews/Talk/Information
  • New CountryNew Country
  • Classic CountryClassic Country
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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About 844 Desoto Dr

This home is located at 844 Desoto Dr in Dauphin Island, AL and zip code 36528. Features: 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since March 28, 2025 and is currently priced at $689,000.

In March 2025, from all listings sold in Dauphin Island, AL there were more than 0 sold above asking price, over 3 sold below and more than 0 were sold right at the asked price. The number of homes for sale in Dauphin Island, AL increased by 52.4% between February and March 2025.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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