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473 Buena Vista Dr, Lillian, AL, 36549

1beds
1baths
696sqft
$160,000
$230price/sqft
$1,525/moest. monthly cost
$61,000/yrincome needed

About This Home

Welcome to the Land Harbor section of Spanish Cove in Lillian, Alabama, a tiny home coastal cottage vibe just minutes from Florida and a short drive to the white sand beaches of Perdido Key and Orange Beach.This 1 bedroom, 1 bath home features a renovated kitchen with custom cabinets and open shelving, creating a fresh modern cottage feel that sets it apart. An additional living or dining area plus a bonus room off the primary bedroom offers flexible space for a home office, craft room, or guest overflow.Situated on a spacious double corner lot with mature trees, the property provides shade, privacy, and a relaxed Gulf Coast lifestyle. The inviting front porch, deck, and fire pit area create the perfect setting for quiet mornings and easy evenings, whether you're living here full-time or enjoying it as a personal coastal getaway.Located just across the Florida state line, Lillian, Alabama is known for low property taxes and no city taxes, making it a smart choice for buyers relocating from Pensacola, Gulf Shores, Mobile, and surrounding areas seeking affordable coastal living near the water.Spanish Cove amenities include a clubhouse, outdoor pool, fitness center, fishing pier, tennis courts, pickleball, playground, and community events. Nearby access to a public boat launch into Perdido Bay, enjoy boating to local waterfront restaurants and exploring the Gulf Coast by water.Short-term rentals are not permitted, preserving the peaceful, residential feel of this golf cart community.A large storage shed with washer and dryer hookups, workbench, cabinets, and attic storage adds valuable function and space.Whether you're looking for a full-time residence, second home, or low-maintenance property near Pensacola and Alabama beaches, this home offers location, lifestyle, and value. Mornings on the porch, afternoons on the water, and evenings by the fire, this is coastal living made simple, where life slows down and neighbors become friends. Buyer to verify all information

Getting Around

1
WalkingCar-Dependent
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
26
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

6/10
Elberta Elementary SchoolGrades PK-67.5 mi
6/10
Elberta Middle SchoolGrades 7-88.5 mi
9/10
Elberta Middle SchoolGrades 9-128.5 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Property condition: Resale
  • Year built: 1986

Materials

  • Foundation: Other
  • Roof: Metal
  • Construction materials: Aluminum Siding,Vinyl Siding,Wood Siding

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Property subType: Residential

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Dishwasher,Microwave,Electric Range,Refrigerator
  • Laundry features: Common Area

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 1
  • Bathrooms: 1
  • Full bathrooms: 1

Cooling

  • Cooling features: Window Unit(s)

Dining Room

  • Features: Breakfast Area-Kitchen, Separate Dining Room

Features

  • Flooring: Vinyl

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 696
  • Total interior livable area: 696 sqft

Master Bedroom

  • Features: 1st Floor Primary

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 5208257022039.000

Features

  • Levels: One
  • Stories: 1
  • Pool features: Community,Association
  • Patio & porch: Covered
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Has view: Yes
  • View description: None
  • Waterfront features: No Waterfront

Lot

  • Lot size: 6,721 sqft
  • Features: Corner Lot,Few Trees
  • Lot size dimensions: 83 x 81

Parking

  • Parking features: None

Climate Risk is Financial Risk

Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.

Biggest Threats for This Home

  • Hurricane
    HurricaneVery High
  • Lightning
    LightningRelatively High
  • Coastal Flooding
    Coastal FloodingModerate
  • Cold Wave
    Cold WaveModerate
  • Heat Wave
    Heat WaveModerate
  • Inland Flooding
    Inland FloodingModerate
  • Strong Wind
    Strong WindModerate
  • Tornado
    TornadoModerate
  • Tsunami
    TsunamiInsufficient Data

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Hurricane
Lightning
Coastal Flooding
Cold Wave
Heat Wave
Inland Flooding
Strong Wind
Tornado
Tsunami

FEMA Declared Disasters Across Alabama Counties

Flood
Hurricane
Severe Storm
Tornado
Tropical Storm

Understanding the Costs

Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.

Estimated Costs Today

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $809$9,708
Home Insurance *$157$1,884
Property Taxes $319$3,828
Electricity $240$2,881
Total$1,525$18,300
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$52,285/yr
40% on housing$45,750/yr
45% on housing$40,666/yr

Alabama FAIR Plan Programs

Alabama FAIR Plan

Covered
None
Add-on available
WildfireWildfire
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How Costs Could Change Over Time

Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 10.4%
10.4%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 6.0%
6.0%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: 5.7%
5.7%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$230This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 36549$104
Baldwin County$239

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 36549$184
Baldwin County$189

Current Market Trends

Median Price Per Square Foot

The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.

Historicals for This Listing

Zestimate History ($/sqft)

No zestimate history available

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-04-30Listed for sale$175,000
2015-10-20Sold$50,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentDawn Thomas
BrokerageRE/MAX on the Coast

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