Ono Island is a small island community surrounded on all sides by the Bayou Saint John, uniquely situated just across the water from Perdido Key State Park in Florida. Only five and a half miles long, it is gated and accessed only by a private, guarded bridge.
The island had a place in our country's history in 1813 when Perdido Key became part of "The Louisiana Purchase", drawing a line between American and Spanish land. The same boundaries were later used as the state line between Florida and Alabama. A land developer named Fred Scott owned the island originally and used it as a place to raise goats - as many as 2,000 at one time. It was called Goat Island then. A hurricane came along and made it more accessible to nearby land. Florida was set to claim the island for itself. Alabama legislators declared "Oh no you don't", and subsequently named the island ONO Island.
There are more than seven hundred homes on the island now, none older than the 1970's. Most were built in the 1990's through the mid-2000's. Because of the privacy and security on the island, prices of homes here are some of the highest in the south. At this time, the least expensive home on Ono island is $315,000, with the most expensive being nearly $3.8 million. They are grand and elegant waterfront affairs, with elaborate pools and square footage of more than 5,000 to 10,000 square-feet. The least expensive homes are on interior lots, many in communities offering a pool and private boat docks. There are no condos on Ono Island.
There are no businesses on the island, and it uses Orange Beach for fire and police protection. Interestingly, several canals run through Ono, and residents can go from one end of it to the other by water if they desire. Several celebrities have property on Ono, including Brittany Spears and Woody Harrelson. It is not open to non-residents. All attractions and stores are just across the bridge, however, and Orange Beach has more attractions than most.
If you are looking for privacy and security and can afford a home in one of the most exclusive communities to be found, we can help you find just what you are looking for here. At this time there are 44 homes for sale, the majority of which are above $700,000. But there are some reasonably priced homes here that are not waterfront. Give Emerald Coast Realty a call and we will find that dream home on Ono Island.
Welcome home to your own island oasis on the exclusive Ono Island! This home was designed for entertaining with over 1200 sq feet of decking on two levels with hot tub, ...
Spacious 3-story home on Old River. First floor has a large bunk room, bath and a den. The second floor has 2 bedrooms with a Jack & Jill bath, living room, and kitchen a...
Waterfront living at it's finest! This stunning 5BR / 5BA home located on the desirable Ono Island ticks all of the boxes! Bring your boat and take advantage of the large...
Exquisite luxury home located on prestigious Ono Island with expansive views of Bayou St. John. Tucked away on a quiet cul-de-sac this property is beautifully landscaped ...
If your clients are looking for quality this is the home for them!!! This gorgeous home is built Gold Fortified including windows and exterior doors. Exterior is Hardi pl...
A place for the boat? No flood insurance required? Look no further! Here's your perfect move-in ready home on Ono Island! This one story, split floor plan 4-bedroom home ...
This single-story home on Ono Island boasts 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and an open floor plan filled with natural light. The property sits on an oversized lot surrounded by...
Beach house beautiful! Waterfront home aside a deep wide canal near Ono Island Bridge and the Pass into the Gulf of Mexico. This abundantly charming home has countless ex...
A place for the boat? No flood insurance required? Look no further! Here's your perfect move-in ready home on Ono Island! This one story, split floor plan 4-bedroom home ...
This One Level Home has been completely upgraded with beautiful finishes and located on a quiet cul de sac on ONO Island. This large open floorplan with 4 bedrooms is the...
Look no further, this cozy and quiet home has it all. New appliances, including washer and dryer, new plantation shutters, new landscape, new furniture, Kitchen has stain...
Moments away from beautiful white sandy beaches, this classic, one-owner custom Ono Island home features a great indoor/outdoor setup with a roomy 13 x 32 screened porch ...
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