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Amanda Eckart

amanda@cyhrealty.com +1(251) 409-7275

$ 2,500

2 Beds

1 Bath

1,178 SqFt

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$ 2,500

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2 Beds

1 Bath

1,178 SqFt

Key Details

Property Type Single Family Home

Sub Type Residential Detached

Listing Status Active

Purchase Type For Rent

Square Footage 1,178 sqft

Subdivision Magnolia Plaza

MLS Listing ID 395611

Bedrooms 2

Full Baths 1

Construction Status Resale

HOA Y/N No

Year Built 1973

Property Sub-Type Residential Detached

Source Baldwin County

Property Description

Tucked beneath a canopy of ancient oaks along the storied Magnolia River, this beautifully refurbished 2-bedroom, 1-bath cottage is a rare slice of coastal Alabama charm. Located in the heart of Magnolia Springs — one of the few remaining communities in the United States where mail is still delivered by boat — this rental offers a lifestyle as unique as it is serene. Thoughtfully updated throughout, the home blends timeless character with modern comfort. Fresh finishes, updated fixtures, and move-in-ready condition make it easy to simply arrive and begin enjoying the peaceful rhythm of river life. Whether you're sipping your morning coffee to the sounds of the water or watching the mail boat glide past in the afternoon, every day here feels like a step back to something genuinely unhurried. The Magnolia River is known for its extraordinary natural beauty — spring-fed, crystal clear, and lined with centuries-old magnolia trees that give the community its name. It's a paddler's paradise, a fisherman's retreat, and one of Baldwin County's most coveted addresses. Whether you're searching for a full-time residence or a long-term escape from the ordinary, 11656 Magnolia Drive delivers an experience that simply cannot be replicated. Life on the Magnolia River — where even the mailman takes the scenic route.

Location

State AL

County Baldwin

Interior

Interior Features Ceiling Fan(s)

Heating Central

Cooling Electric

Flooring Vinyl, Carpet

Fireplaces Type No Fireplace

Fireplace No

Appliance Dryer, Washer, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Electric Range

Heat Source Central

Exterior

Parking Features No Garage/Carport Parking

Community Features None

Utilities Available Satellite, Sewage Septic, Riviera Utilities

Waterfront Description River Front

View Y/N Yes

View Direct River Front

Roof Type Metal

Porch Side Porch, Front Porch

Garage No

Building

Lot Description Less Than 1 Acre

Construction Status Resale

Schools

Elementary Schools Magnolia School

Middle Schools Foley Middle

High Schools Foley High

Others

Pets Allowed No

Listed by Realty Executives Gulf Coast

Nearby School & Business

+1(251) 409-7275

amanda@cyhrealty.com

1 Chase Corporate Dr Suite 400, Hoover , Alabama 35244, USA

11656 Magnolia Street Magnolia Springs, AL 36555