06/24/2026
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I am Chris Vail, Realtor with RE/MAX of Orange Beach. I have called this coast home for 25 years and I specialize in waterfront homes, boat access properties, and Gulf Coast real estate across Orange Beach, Gulf Shores, Foley, Elberta, and the surrounding areas of Baldwin County.
Here is what working with me actually looks like. I am not going to show you a list of properties and hope something clicks. I am going to learn how you live, what you need from a waterfront property, and match you to the right neighborhood before we ever look at a single listing. Every area on this coast delivers a different lifestyle and most buyers don't realize that until after they have already bought.
🍊Orange Beach is the deep water hub of the Alabama Gulf Coast. Direct unrestricted Gulf access through Perdido Pass, deep water slips, tournament ready amenities, and high end waterfront estates where serious boating infrastructure is the standard.
🌊Gulf Shores delivers iconic white sand beaches, canal front homes along the Intracoastal, and the serene estates of Little Lagoon. A varied coastal lifestyle with easy access to dining and entertainment without sacrificing private dockage.
🏝️Foley is the high growth gateway to the coast. More space, more acreage, exceptional value, and a true year round community feel. Minutes from the docks and beaches while enjoying the expansion of Lower Baldwin County.
⚓️Elberta is the hidden gem most buyers never hear about. Rich German heritage, serene rural character, excellent access to Perdido Bay, and a country coastal lifestyle that is unlike anything else on this coast.
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