$699,000

487 E 1st Ave Unit 1 Gulf Shores, AL 36542

Estimated payment $4,520/month

Total Views 5,907
2 Beds
3 Baths
1,438 Sq Ft
$486 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Deeded Waterfront Access Rights
  • Corner Lot
  • Community Pool
  • Gulf Shores Elementary School Rated A-
  • Combination Kitchen and Living
  • Covered Patio or Porch

About This Home

PROFESSIONALLY DECORATED, FRESHLY PAINTED, & SLEEPS 10! Welcome to your dream beach retreat in the heart of Gulf Shores! 300 STEPS TO DEEDED BEACH ACCESS with a crosswalk for safe and easy strolls to the sand. This GOLD FORTIFIED 2-bedroom 3-bathroom raised beach cottage is beautifully curated with thoughtful, professionally designed interiors. Open concept main level with wood-look tile flooring, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, a breakfast bar, full-sized dining table, and two sleeper sofas. Step outside to a furnished balcony with Polywood table and chairs. Large windows and custom window treatments provide abundant natural light, and a full bathroom on the main level for added convenience. Spacious bedrooms - king bed in primary and TWO queen beds in 19'x14' guest bedroom—each with their own private ensuite bathrooms. ALL STYLED WITH CARE & INTENTION THROUGHOUT. Beneath the home is covered parking for two vehicles plus a private storage closet. Additional community parking is located directly next to the cottage, offering two more spaces. Need a beach break? Take a dip to cool off in the community pool. Say goodbye to crowded condo towers and long elevator waits! Whether you're looking for a personal beach getaway or a savvy rental investment, this turn-key cottage offers laid-back luxury, unbeatable location, and coastal charm at every turn. Buyer to verify all information during due diligence.

Listing Agent

Meagan Elizabeth Summers

RE/MAX of Orange Beach Brokerage Phone: 251-597-8125 Listed on: 06/07/2025

RE/MAX of Orange Beach

Co-Listing Agent

Leigh Dillon McPherson

RE/MAX of Orange Beach Brokerage Phone: 251-597-8125

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,636

Year Built

  • Built in 2017

Lot Details

  • 1,481 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 38' x 38.3'
  • East Facing Home
  • Landscaped
  • Corner Lot

HOA Fees

  • $325 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Stilt Home
  • Slab Foundation
  • Metal Roof
  • Concrete Fiber Board Siding
  • Piling Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 1,438 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Window Treatments
  • Combination Kitchen and Living
  • Termite Clearance
  • Property Views

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Convection Oven
  • Electric Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Primary bedroom located on second floor
  • En-Suite Bathroom
  • 3 Full Bathrooms
  • Dual Vanity Sinks in Primary Bathroom
  • Primary Bathroom includes a Walk-In Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Located Outside
  • Stacked Washer and Dryer

Parking

  • 2 Parking Spaces
  • 2 Carport Spaces

Outdoor Features

  • Deeded Waterfront Access Rights
  • Covered Patio or Porch

Schools

  • Gulf Shores Elementary School
  • Gulf Shores Middle School
  • Gulf Shores High School

Utilities

  • Central Heating
  • Grinder Pump
  • Internet Available
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Legal Lot and Block 1 / 1
  • Assessor Parcel Number 6605212000129.014

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include management, cable TV, common area insurance, ground maintenance, taxes-common area, trash, internet, pool

Recreation

  • Community Pool

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,636

Year Built

Built in 2017

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$325 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • View: Other-See Remarks, Eastern View
  • Parcel Number: 6605212000129.014
  • Year Built: 2017
  • Property Sub-Type: Raised Beach
  • ResoCommunityFeatures: Internet, Landscaping, Pool - Outdoor, Water Access-Deeded
  • ResoLaundryFeatures: Outside
  • ResoLotFeatures: Less than 1 acre, Corner Lot
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.034
  • Co List Office Mls Id: 44
  • Co List Office Phone: 251-981-2400
  • Attribution Contact: PHONE: 251-597-8125
  • Co List Office Phone: 251-981-2400
  • Ownership: Whole/Full
  • MLS Status: Active
  • Subdivision Name: Cottages at Romeo Beach
  • Architectural Style: Raised Beach
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: Assessor
  • Carport Spaces: 2
  • Carport Y N: Yes
  • Reso Fireplace Features: None
  • Reso Interior Features: Breakfast Bar, Ceiling Fan(s), En-Suite, Internet
  • Unit Levels: Two
  • Living Area: 1438
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • ResoPropertyCondition: Resale
  • Reso Window Features: Window Treatments
  • Financial Info Electric: Baldwin EMC
  • BK20_LFD_BoatFacilities_4: None
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Convection Oven, Microwave, Electric Range, Refrigerator w/Ice Maker, Washer/Dryer Stacked
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Fireplace: No
  • Flooring: Carpet, Tile
  • Dining Room Features: Lvg/Dng/Ktchn Combo
  • Living Room Living Room Level: Main
  • Master Bedroom Master Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Bedroom2 Area: 271.5278
  • Master Bedroom Master Bedroom Width: 12.5833
  • Room Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Room Living Room Area: 225.8472
  • Room Kitchen Area: 162.2917
  • Dining Room Dining Room Level: Main
  • Room Master Bedroom Area: 181.4097
  • Room Dining Room Area: 100.0694
  • Master Bathroom Features: Double Vanity, Shower Only

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Metal
  • Pool Features: Community, Association
  • View: Yes
  • Waterfront Features: Beach Accs (<=1/4 Mi), Deeded Access, Gulf Accs (<=1/4 Mi)
  • Home Warranty: No
  • Construction Type: Concrete Board, Fortified-Gold
  • Direction Faces: East
  • Exterior Features: Termite Contract
  • Foundation Details: Pilings, Slab
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered

Garage/Parking

  • Covered Parking Spaces: 2
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Double Carport, See Remarks
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2

Utilities

  • Utilities: Gulf Shores Utilities, Cable Connected
  • Heating: Electric, Central
  • HeatingYN: Yes
  • Sewer: Grinder Pump, Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: 325
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association: Yes
  • Pets Allowed: Renters Allowed, Allowed

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Association Management, Cable TV, Common Area Insurance, Maintenance Grounds, Taxes-Common Area, Trash, Internet, Pool

Schools

  • Middle Or Junior School: Gulf Shores Middle

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 38' x 38.3'
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 1481.04
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Square Feet
  • Number Of Lots: 1

Rental Info

  • Furnished: Furnished

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 4636.5
  • Tax Block: 1
  • Tax Lot: 1

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Gulf Shores Elementary
  • HighSchool: Gulf Shores High

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Range of Values:

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Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $4,522 $137,020 $59,100 $77,920
2023 $4,264 $129,200 $50,400 $78,800
2022 $3,132 $94,900 $0 $0
2021 $2,656 $79,100 $0 $0
2020 $2,592 $76,660 $0 $0
2019 $2,432 $71,780 $0 $0
2018 $1,185 $35,900 $0 $0
2017 $0 $0 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/07/2025 06/07/25 For Sale $699,000 +27.1% $486 / Sq Ft
07/12/2021 07/12/21 Sold $550,000 0.0% $382 / Sq Ft
07/12/2021 07/12/21 For Sale $550,000 -- $382 / Sq Ft
05/23/2021 05/23/21 Pending -- -- --
Source: Baldwin REALTORS®

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $615,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $525,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $425,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $400,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $359,800 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $548,250 New Conventional
Previous Owner $361,250 Future Advance Clause Open End Mortgage
Previous Owner $280,000 VA
Previous Owner $287,840 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

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487 E 1st Ave Unit 1, Gulf Shores, AL

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