SOLDJUL 6, 2023
8471 Forest Dr
Foley, AL 36535
4 Beds
4 Baths
3,244 sqft (on 0.84 acres)
- 4 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 3,244 sqft (on 0.84 acres)
4 Beds
4 Baths
3,244 sqft
(on 0.84 acres)
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Description
This property is no longer available to rent or to buy. This description is from April 10, 2024
Come experience tranquil living in Bay Forest Estates, one of Foley’s most desirable communities. Located just minutes from the 500-acre Graham Creek Nature preserve that offers scenic trails, disc golf courses, picnic areas, swings, and birdwatching areas. You’re also sure to see deer and other wildlife roaming the neighborhood. When you’re not enjoying nature, you can conveniently take your boat down to the community boat launch and head out for a day on the water. Embark on adventures to the Wharf, Pirate's Cove, or Robinson Island, all just a short boat ride away. Nestled upon a generous lot, this residence is surrounded by the beauty of mature trees. Inside you will be welcomed by the seamless flow of the large open living room and formal dining room, creating a welcoming space for entertaining guests or enjoying quality time with family. Prepare your favorite meals in the heart of the home, where a beautiful kitchen awaits. Boasting stainless steel appliances and granite countertops, this kitchen offers space and functionality. The master suite features 2 walk in closets, a jetted soaking tub, and separate shower. You can also conveniently access the pool area from your bedroom. All the other bedrooms are generously sized, and the bathrooms are equipped with custom vanities. Step out back and prepare to relax within your own private oasis equipped with a lanai and inground saltwater pool! The pool has a heating/cooling system so you can use it year-round. Other upgrades include a heated/cooled garage with insulated garage door, 2 HVAC units replaced in 2020, a gutter system and outdoor shower. If you're looking for comfort, convenience, and a peaceful setting this is the perfect opportunity for you to have all of that and more!
Home Highlights
Parking
2 Car Garage
Outdoor
Porch, Pool
A/C
Heating only
HOA
$17/Monthly
Price/Sqft
$216/sqft
Listed
180+ days ago
Home Details for 8471 Forest Dr
Active Status |
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MLS Status: Closed |
Interior Features |
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Interior Details Number of Rooms: 8Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Master Bathroom, Dining Room, Kitchen, Living Room |
Beds & Baths Number of Bedrooms: 4Main Level Bedrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms (full): 3Number of Bathrooms (half): 1 |
Dimensions and Layout Living Area: 3244 Square Feet |
Appliances & Utilities Utilities: Riviera UtilitiesAppliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Electric Range, Refrigerator w/Ice Maker, WasherDishwasherDryerLaundry: Main Level,InsideMicrowaveWasher |
Heating & Cooling Heating: ElectricHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Electric |
Fireplace & Spa No FireplaceHas a Spa |
Gas & Electric Electric: Baldwin EMC |
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Laminate |
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1Levels: OneFloors: Carpet, Tile, Laminate |
View No View |
Exterior Features |
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Exterior Home Features Roof: CompositionPatio / Porch: Porch, ScreenedExterior: Outdoor Shower, Termite ContractFoundation: SlabHas a Private Pool |
Parking & Garage Number of Covered Spaces: 2No CarportHas a GarageHas an Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Attached,Garage,Garage Door Opener |
Pool Pool: In Ground, Screen EnclosurePool |
Frontage Not on Waterfront |
Water & Sewer Sewer: Public Sewer |
Property Information |
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Year Built Year Built: 2006 |
Property Type / Style Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: ResidentialArchitecture: Traditional |
Building Construction Materials: Brick, FrameNot a New ConstructionNot Attached Property |
Property Information Condition: ResaleParcel Number: 6204180001005.181 |
Price & Status |
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Price List Price: $699,900Price Per Sqft: $216/sqft |
Status Change & Dates Off Market Date: Fri Jun 16 2023 |
Location |
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Direction & Address City: FoleyCommunity: Bay Forest Estates |
School Information Elementary School: Florence B MathisHigh School: Foley High |
Building |
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Building Area Building Area: 3244 Square Feet |
Community |
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Community Features: Other |
HOA |
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HOA Fee Includes: Association Management, Insurance, Maintenance Grounds, Other-See Remarks, Reserve Fund, Taxes-Common AreaHas an HOAHOA Fee: $200/Annually |
Lot Information |
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Lot Area: 0.84 acres |
Compensation |
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Buyer Agency Commission: 2.4Buyer Agency Commission Type: % |
Notes The listing broker’s offer of compensation is made only to participants of the MLS where the listing is filed |
Business |
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Business Information Ownership: Whole/Full |
Miscellaneous |
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Mls Number: 346234Attribution Contact: 251-978-8600 |
Additional Information |
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Other |
Last check for updates: about 7 hours ago
Listed by The Dusty Cole Team, (251) 978-8600
RE/MAX of Orange Beach
Bought with: The Dream Team, (251) 269-9797, Bellator Real Estate & Dev Gulf Shores
Source: Baldwin Realtors, MLS#346234
Price History for 8471 Forest Dr
| Date | Price | Event | Source |
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| 07/06/2023 | $699,900 | Sold | Baldwin Realtors #346234 |
| 06/13/2023 | $699,900 | PriceChange | Baldwin Realtors #346234 |
| 05/20/2023 | $714,900 | PriceChange | Baldwin Realtors #346234 |
| 05/02/2023 | $715,000 | PriceChange | GCMLS #7178237 |
| 04/12/2023 | $724,000 | PriceChange | GCMLS #7178237 |
| 03/28/2023 | $729,000 | Listed For Sale | GCMLS #7178237 |
| 03/02/2023 | ListingRemoved | Baldwin Realtors #342043 | |
| 02/25/2023 | $739,000 | PriceChange | Baldwin Realtors #342043 |
| 02/18/2023 | $699,000 | Listed For Sale | Baldwin Realtors #342043 |
| 12/09/2009 | $215,000 | Sold | N/A |
Property Taxes and Assessment
| Year | 2021 |
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| Tax | $1,355 |
| Assessment | $419,400 |
Home facts updated by county records
Comparable Sales for 8471 Forest Dr
Address | Distance | Property Type | Sold Price | Sold Date | Bed | Bath | Sqft |
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0.07 | Single-Family Home | $760,000 | 10/11/23 | 4 | 3 | 2,813 | |
0.18 | Single-Family Home | $700,000 | 08/11/23 | 3 | 4 | 3,352 | |
0.18 | Single-Family Home | $655,000 | 05/01/23 | 5 | 3 | 3,400 | |
0.28 | Single-Family Home | $675,000 | 06/02/23 | 4 | 3 | 2,647 | |
0.23 | Single-Family Home | $710,000 | 12/28/23 | 5 | 3 | 2,889 | |
0.22 | Single-Family Home | $625,000 | 06/09/23 | 3 | 2 | 3,178 | |
0.42 | Single-Family Home | $1,050,000 | 09/20/23 | 3 | 4 | 2,893 | |
0.34 | Single-Family Home | $750,000 | 10/27/23 | 3 | 3 | 2,531 | |
0.18 | Single-Family Home | $525,000 | 12/21/23 | 3 | 2 | 2,276 |
Assigned Schools
These are the assigned schools for 8471 Forest Dr.
- Foley Middle School
- 7-8
- Public
- 701 Students
3/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating Averagethis school has expanded my education at a pace I was okay with. The teachers do their best and care for all of their students.Student Review3y ago - Foley Elementary School
- PK-6
- Public
- 828 Students
4/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageA little over crowded and not much one on one attention but a pretty good school... Love kindergarten teachers...Parent Review8y ago - Florence B Mathis Elementary
- PK-6
- Public
- 804 Students
4/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageWe are so thankful for all of the staff and volunteers at Foley Intermediate. They truly go out of their way to help the children succeed.Parent Review5y ago - Foley High School
- 9-12
- Public
- 1225 Students
2/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageAbsolutely no communication at all. Will not return calls, will not assist with anything.Parent Review1y ago 
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What Locals Say about Foley
- Beth
- Resident
- 3mo ago
"Piece of cake. Live my drive from and to my home, no matter where I’m going. …and the beach is a hop and skip away!"
- Smoncrieffe70
- Resident
- 3y ago
"My commute is easy to downtown only about 10 minutes away i’m only about two minutes from my job at Magnolia elementary it’s a plus to spend my dollars a week for gas Grocery stores and shopping it’s only a few minutes away everything you need done very accessible"
- Gina.owen1948
- Resident
- 4y ago
"l drive everywhere. No public transportation that I am aware of. I take back roads to avoid the traffic on the main highway during the summer. Everything is a quick drive away. This town offers everything that you could possibly need."
- Chris B.
- Resident
- 4y ago
"Lived here my whole life and I love it it's close to a lot of different attractions, and still maintains country in certain parts. Crime rate is not outrageous Beaches close by Pensacola, New Orleans, mobile, Biloxi, , go shores, and Panama City Beach are within 100 miles maybe or so. I accept this community to raise my family in "
- Brtigger28
- Resident
- 4y ago
"Lots of tourists but if you know the back roads it’s nice not much traffic and nice scenery beautiful area"
- Alicia L. C.
- Resident
- 4y ago
"Nothing. The area is relatively expensive because it is close to the beach. I don’t feel Foley has anything special to offer and the area is lacking in nature trails and parks. Not nearly enough. "
- Cristhianlopez0304
- Resident
- 4y ago
"its all good here, everybody get along and love to help. when u get to socialize with the neighbors we all start organizing a party cooking out and playing football "
- Alicia L. C.
- Resident
- 4y ago
"It’s fine but sucks in the summer. It’s way to hot here and full of annoying young people. It’s a pretty packed area. Moving after college. "
- N2sunnybeaches58
- Resident
- 4y ago
"My neighborhood is very friendly and conscientious about our yards and HOA compliance. Great place to live! "
- Kimmollenkopf
- Resident
- 4y ago
"Foley schools have several buses traveling in the neighborhood, the bus driver drops off in front of students driveway. Very nice & caring"
- Honorable B.
- Visitor
- 4y ago
"Dogs are mostly inside because it’s warm here. Many neighborhoods do not have sidewalks for walking. There is a dog park in town that I have not visited."
- Stephanie R.
- Resident
- 4y ago
"No public transportation available You have to drive pretty much everywhere unless you live right downtown and even then your limited in choice. "
- S.H.
- Resident
- 4y ago
"Filthy dirty air. Worst in the nation. Just a dirt unhealthy place with temps average 100+ daily (feel like temps) guess that's why there is no adventure or activities in this place. Avoid Foley, Al. at all cost."
- Emily B. M.
- Resident
- 5y ago
"There are no community events in my neighborhood that make it special, so not really much to write here."
- Sage E. H.
- Resident
- 5y ago
"theres plenty to do for families and friends the people are friendly and not as nosy as some neighbors I've had in the past. it's a great place to raise your children."
- Jasmyne E. A.
- Resident
- 5y ago
"There are none. This place is totally horrible! They rent is too high and no one interacts with neighbors "
- Casey R. H.
- Resident
- 5y ago
"Foley is a great place! The parks, coffee shoppes and local eateries are so charming. The schools are nice and clean. We like it here. "
- Jerry F.
- Resident
- 5y ago
"Even though we're a new Subdivision, we look out for each other and we all make the effort to take care of our neighbors. "
- Ed P.
- Prev. Resident
- 5y ago
"It is a great 8 year old community, all age groups live here. No crime, safe and great for the kids. New homes are being built. Close to all restaurants and shops, beach is 15 minutes away."
- Imaheligal
- Resident
- 5y ago
"We’ve lived in Foley 3 years, and we L O V E it!! Community events, local high school pride, all of it offer a real sense of belonging."
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Homes for Rent Near 8471 Forest Dr
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Off Market Homes Near 8471 Forest Dr
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- SOLDAPR 22, 2024Deana Mueller, Kolt Morgen Realtors, Closed
- SOLDAPR 22, 2024Sherry Roberts, Elite RE Solutions, LLC Gulf C, Closed
- SOLDAPR 22, 2024Marsha Clemons, MarMac Real Estate Coastal, Closed
- SOLDAPR 19, 2024Terri Ellis, Elite By The Beach, LLC, Closed
- SOLDAPR 19, 2024Marcus Merrell, DHI Realty of Alabama, LLC, Closed
- SOLDAPR 18, 2024Susan Bibby, Coastal Resort Realty, Closed
- SOLDAPR 17, 2024Bobby Walker, Bellator Real Estate LLC Gulf, Closed
- SOLDAPR 16, 2024Gloria Crump, Coastal Leaders Realty Group, Closed
- SOLDAPR 15, 2024Jeff Walker, DSLD Home Gulf Coast LLC Baldw, Closed
- SOLDAPR 11, 2024Patrick Daily, RE/MAX of Orange Beach, Closed
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8471 Forest Dr, Foley, AL 36535 is a 4 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 3,244 sqft single-family home built in 2006. This property is not currently available for sale. 8471 Forest Dr was last sold on Jul 6, 2023 for $699,900 (0% higher than the asking price of $699,900). The current Trulia Estimate for 8471 Forest Dr is $715,800.