Daphne, Alabama Real Estate
Eastern Shore living on Mobile Bay—strong values, established neighborhoods, and new-construction options with quick I-10 access to Mobile.
Daphne blends bayfront parks, walkable Olde Towne charm, and top Baldwin County schools with an easy commute to Mobile. Start with the Quick Facts below, then explore neighborhoods or dive straight into today’s listings.
🌴 Quick Facts Summary – Daphne, Alabama
- 📍 Where: Eastern Shore of Mobile Bay, Baldwin County
- 👥 Population: ≈29.7K (2022 est.) with continued growth
- 🏠 Median Sale Price (recent): ~$320,000 (all home types)
- 📐 Sale $/Sq Ft (recent): ~$169 | List $/Sq Ft: ~$180
- ⏳ Median Days on Market: ~58 days
- 🏷️ Sale-to-List: ~97.5% (≈ 2.5% under list on average)
- 🏫 Schools: Baldwin County Schools (Daphne zone: ES–MS–HS)
- 🚗 Drive Times: ~20–30 min to Downtown Mobile (I-10), ~60 min to Pensacola
- ✈️ Airports: MOB (Mobile), PNS (Pensacola)
- 🌦️ Climate: Warm, humid subtropical; mild winters
- 🧭 Vibe: “Family-friendly, relaxed coastal suburb with growing job access.”
Daphne AL is one of the best places to live in Baldwin County and is appealing to just about everyone including young professionals, families, and retired folks. The location of Daphne within the county is fantastic for people who want to live here but work in Mobile. With the many parks, great schools, cultural activities, and sporting activities, there really is something for everyone here.
The Daphne Real Estate Market
Below you will find all of the condos, homes, commercial properties, and land that is for sale for Daphne AL real estate. You can also narrow your search at any time by clicking here.
Homes for Sale in Daphne
As you can see from the figures above, there are plenty of homes for sale in a wide array of prices. Also, Daphne is second in the county to having the lowest "price per square foot" when buying a single family home (at $183 per foot).
One of the greatest aspects of Daphne real estate is its diversity. You'll find many brand new subdivisions along with plenty of well established neighborhoods. There are some areas that have varying elevations and others that are completely flat. Home styles in Daphne vary as well, including Craftsman, Traditional, Bungalow, Contemporary, Colonial, Mediterranean, and Creole.
Daphne is the largest of the 6 major cities in Baldwin County with 29,670 full time residents. Even with the massive growth that Daphne has had over recent years, there is still a small town feel where people are friendly and new residents soon become friends.
Daphne Neighborhoods
Daphne AL is well known for its close proximity to Mobile Bay with beautiful water views, having the largest neighborhood in the state of Alabama (Lake Forest), and being within an easy drive to both Mobile and Pensacola. The real estate market has always been strong, giving buyers many opportunities in all different price ranges. Many of the homes for sale that you'll find in Daphne, however, are very affordable and fall under $300,000. There really is something for everyone.
Daphne real estate contains not only established neighborhoods but many new developments have sprung up giving buyers more options with open floor plans and Craftsman style designs.
The listings that you see below encompass "all" Daphne real estate which include commercial, land, and residential properties, however, you can do your own personalized searching from the options on every screen of this site.
To make things even easier, I've included a few links below that you may find helpful.
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📊 Daphne Real Estate Facts & Market Snapshot (Updated Oct 2025)
| Category | Data Point | Value | Update Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Info | Population | ≈29,670 (2022 est., City of Daphne) | Annual |
| Homes & Properties | Median Sale Price (all types) | ~$320,000 (Sep 2025) | Quarterly |
| Homes & Properties | Median List Price | ~$360,000 (Aug 2025) | Quarterly |
| Market Snapshot | Sale $/Sq Ft | ~$169 (Sep 2025) | Quarterly |
| Market Snapshot | List $/Sq Ft | ~$180 (Aug 2025) | Quarterly |
| Market Snapshot | Median Days on Market | ~58 days (Sep 2025) | Quarterly |
| Market Snapshot | Sale-to-List Ratio | ~97.5% (Sep 2025) | Quarterly |
| Amenities | Lifestyle | Bayfront parks, trails, sports, dining in Olde Towne; quick access to Mobile jobs | Ongoing |
| Local Area Info | Schools (District) | Baldwin County Schools — Daphne zone (ES–MS–HS) | Annual |
| Commuting & Access | Avg. One-Way Commute | ~27.5 minutes (citywide) | Annual |
| Commuting & Access | Drive Times | ~20–30 min to Downtown Mobile; ~60 min to Pensacola | Annual |
| Trend: Buyer activity remains steady; inventory gradually increasing in 2025. |
Popular Neighborhoods in Daphne
🏡 Homes by Price
$100,000 to $200,000 - $200,000 to $300,000 - $300,000 to $400,000
$400,000 to $500,000 - $500,000 to $600,000 - $600,000 to $1,000,000
Luxury Homes in Daphne
There are some great homes in the Daphne real estate market that would be considered luxury properties. The majority of these higher priced homes would more than likely be located off of Scenic 98 and backing up to Mobile Bay. This coastline contains high bluffs in some areas, is heavily wooded with large oak trees, and offer incredible waterfront views (especially at sunset). You can search above for the homes that are for sale by price or you can go here to view the most expensive homes in Daphne that are over $1 million.
New Construction in Daphne
Daphne is a fast growing city, and there is still a lot of land to work with for real estate development. At last check, there were at least a dozen neighborhoods in Daphne where new homes are being constructed, ranging in price from around $200,000 to $450,000. Please contact me to get a full list of new construction homes in Daphne. Check out the Ultimate Guide to New Construction for Baldwin County.
Interesting Facts about Daphne
Daphne Demographics
Daphne is the 25th largest community in Alabama.
The population of Daphne AL is about 29,000 with 37.74% of its households containing married families with children, which is about 7% higher than the rest of the county.
The median household income for homes in Daphne is $80,657 compared to the average income of the surrounding areas of $50,706. The median age for people living in Daphne is 39.6 years old.
Approximately 56.77% of the homes in Daphne are owned, 31.76% are rented, and 11.48% are rented. All real estate opportunities are available in Daphne including single family homes, condos, townhomes, land, and commercial properties.
Daphne Education
Within the Daphne Public School System there are 3 elementary schools, a middle school, and a high school that serve 3,750 students and employs 400 teachers.
Daphne High School gets a score of 8 out of 10 by Greatschools.org.
There are 4 private schools in Daphne: Bayside Academy, Bayshore Christian Academy, Christ the King School, and Eastern Shore Christian School.
39.25% of the adults in Daphne have a bachelor degree or higher.
Daphne Parks and Recreation
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Yes—Daphne typically offers strong value versus Fairhope/Spanish Fort while staying close to Mobile Bay, I-10, and major employers.
Somewhat competitive: typical homes sell in ~6–8 weeks and close around ~97–98% of list; well-priced homes can move faster.
Single-family homes across established neighborhoods and newer subdivisions; some townhomes/condos closer to I-10 and Olde Towne.
Many residents work in Mobile; expect ~20–30 minutes to Downtown Mobile in typical conditions via I-10.
Daphne is in Baldwin County Schools (verify attendance zones with BCBE’s locator before purchasing).
Realtor in Daphne AL
Are you thinking about buying or selling a home in Daphne?
You can work with someone who knows the area and, after selling homes for over 13 years, I know real estate. As a buyer, I'll assist you with the entire process from showing property to contract negotiations to assuring a comfortable closing. If you are selling your home, let me show you how our marketing can help you sell your home as soon as possible. I'm a researcher at heart and know how to price your home correctly, and I have a lot of experience of how to make your home look better to sell.
🏡 Ready to Shop Homes in Daphne?
From Olde Towne charm to new-construction communities near I-10, I’ll help you compare neighborhoods, schools, and value—without the fluff.
📞 Call or text Jeff Nelson — IXL Real Estate Eastern Shore (Lower Alabama Realty Group)
Please let me know if you would like to see any of the homes that are for sale in Daphne or if you have other real estate questions.
Check out the big list of Real Estate Articles for Buyers. A great resource if you in the market to buy in Baldwin.
Homes for Sale in Daphne
Listing Office: Courtney & Morris, Inc.
Listing Office: Redfin Corporation
Listing Office: REMAX by the Bay
Listing Office: RE/MAX By The Bay
Listing Office: Roberts Brothers, Inc Malbis
Listing Office: Ashurst & Niemeyer LLC
Listing Office: Mobile Bay Realty
Listing Office: Mobile Bay Realty
Listing Office: Signature Properties
Listing Office: Bellator Real Estate LLC Mobil
Listing Office: Signature Properties
Listing Office: Legendary Realty, LLC
Listing Office: Nichols Real Estate
Listing Office: 1702 Real Estate
Listing Office: Cottage Properties, LLC
Listing Office: Living My Best Life Realty
Listing Office: Wellhouse Real Estate Eastern
Listing Office: Amerisell Realty
Listing Office: NextHome Gulf Coast Living
Listing Office: Ashurst & Niemeyer LLC
Listing Office: Ashurst & Niemeyer LLC
Listing Office: EXIT Realty Landmark
Listing Office: Roberts Brothers TREC
Listing Office: Bayside Real Estate Group
Listing Office: Legendary Realty, LLC
Listing Office: Coastal Alabama Real Estate
Listing Office: Blue Heron Realty
Listing Office: IXL Real Estate-Eastern Shore
Listing Office: Bellator Real Estate, LLC Beck
Listing Office: Elite Real Estate Solutions, LLC
Listing Office: Coastal Alabama Real Estate
Listing Office: Joy Sullivan Realty LLC
Listing Office: Wellhouse Real Estate Eastern
Listing Office: Roberts Brothers Eastern Shore
Listing Office: Local Property Inc.
Listing Office: Kaiser Sotheby's Int-GS
Listing Office: Bayside Real Estate Group
Listing Office: Bellator Real Estate, LLC
Listing Office: Coldwell Banker Reehl Prop Fairhope
Listing Office: Elite Real Estate Solutions, LLC
Listing Office: Shamrock Properties, LLC
Listing Office: Elite RE Solutions, LLC Gulf C
Listing Office: Wise Living Real Estate, LLC
Listing Office: Ashurst & Niemeyer LLC
Listing Office: Ashurst & Niemeyer, LLC - Downtown
Listing Office: Herrington Realty, Inc.
