Bay Minette, AL Homes for Rent

Bay Minette, a rural community with over 8,000 residents, is located about 20 miles north of Mobile Bay. As the seat of Baldwin County since 1901, it features the Baldwin County Courthouse prominently in Courthouse Square downtown. The area is known for its developing workforce, affordable housing, and significant timber industry. The South Alabama Megasite, home to the new Novelis Corporation facility, is expected to bring 1,000 jobs to the area. Housing in Bay Minette ranges from early 20th-century bungalows and mid-century ranch-style homes to 21st-century new traditional homes, with larger properties typically found on the city's outskirts. Baldwin County Schools are highly rated, and Coastal Alabama Community College offers post-secondary education options. The city boasts seven municipal parks, including the Municipal Pool Complex and George B. Halliday Park, which host community events like the annual crawfish cook-off. Downtown Bay Minette features independently owned restaurants and shops, while McMeans Avenue is home to grocery stores and service businesses. Bay Minette is connected to Mobile by U.S. Route 31, with Interstate 65 accessible via State Routes 59 and 287. The Baldwin Area Regional Transit System provides limited bus services, and North Baldwin Infirmary is located north of downtown. Summers are hot, and winters are mild, with temperatures rarely dropping below 40 degrees. While there has been an uptick in crime, the area remains comparable to the national average.