$725,000

494 E 1st Ave Gulf Shores, AL 36542

Estimated payment $4,203/month

Total Views 6,737
4 Beds
2 Baths
1,500 Sq Ft
$483 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Traditional Architecture
  • No HOA
  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Gulf Shores Elementary School Rated A-
  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Ceiling Fan

About This Home

Amazing Gulf Shores Beach location! Metal Roof and FULLY FURNISHED! 4Bedroom house currently split into two separate Vacation Rental units. House is on pilings sitting on an Amazing lot with tons of parking and a super easy walk to the beach! Easy Walking distance to the huge Gulf State Park Pier, Sea-N-Suds Restaurant and Oyster Bar, Blue Sky Parasail & Watersports, Island Market Convenience and Grocery Store, Waffle House and much much more shopping and retail! Both sides, 2X, are equipped with Granite Counter tops, crown molding with custom fitted cabinetry, luxury vinyl plank floors, all stainless steel appliances...per unit easily sleeps 8 and 16 total combining both units. 2X Decks with Covered parking and patios with plenty of space to add a pool! Contact us today for a private tour. Buyer to verify all information during due diligence.

Listing Agent

Lee Wood

Blue Anchor Realty, LLC Listed on: 06/06/2025

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,021

Year Built

  • Built in 1980

Lot Details

  • 5,140 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 51 x 100
  • Level Lot
  • Few Trees

Parking

  • 3 Carport Spaces

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Metal Roof
  • Piling Construction
  • Hardboard

Interior Spaces

  • 1,500 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan

Kitchen

  • Electric Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Covered Patio or Porch

Schools

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

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Internet Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Legal Lot and Block 14 / 14
  • Assessor Parcel Number 6605212000075.000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,021

Year Built

Built in 1980

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • View: None/Not Applicable
  • Parcel Number: 6605212000075.000
  • Year Built: 1980
  • Property Sub-Type: Traditional
  • ResoCommunityFeatures: None
  • ResoLotFeatures: Less than 1 acre, Level, Few Trees
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.118
  • Co List Office Phone: 850-450-9787
  • Ownership: Whole/Full
  • MLS Status: Active
  • Subdivision Name: None
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: Assessor
  • Carport Spaces: 3
  • Carport Y N: Yes
  • Reso Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Internet
  • Unit Levels: Two
  • Living Area: 1500
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • ResoPropertyCondition: Resale
  • Financial Info Electric: Baldwin EMC
  • BK20_LFD_BoatFacilities_4: None
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Electric Range, Refrigerator w/Ice Maker, Washer
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplace: No
  • Flooring: Luxury Vinyl Plank

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Metal
  • Waterfront: No
  • View: No
  • Waterfront Features: No Waterfront
  • Construction Type: Hardboard
  • Foundation Details: Pilings
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Porch-Open, Patio, Rear Porch, Front Porch

Garage/Parking

  • Covered Parking Spaces: 3
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Three Car Carport

Utilities

  • Utilities: Gulf Shores Utilities
  • Cooling: Central Electric (Cool)
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Central
  • HeatingYN: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No

Schools

  • Middle Or Junior School: Gulf Shores Middle

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 51 x 100
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 5140.08
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Square Feet

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 3021.48
  • Tax Block: 14
  • Tax Lot: 14

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

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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 $3,021 $91,560 $37,440 $54,120
2023 $2,910 $88,180 $31,920 $56,260
2022 $2,148 $65,100 $0 $0
2021 $1,868 $54,300 $0 $0
2020 $1,841 $53,780 $0 $0
2019 $649 $19,660 $0 $0
2018 $0 $14,940 $0 $0
2017 $0 $14,460 $0 $0
2016 $0 $13,980 $0 $0
2015 -- $13,460 $0 $0
2014 -- $15,280 $0 $0
2013 -- $13,780 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/06/2025 06/06/25 For Sale $725,000 +222.2% $483 / Sq Ft
10/23/2018 10/23/18 Sold $225,000 -8.2% $150 / Sq Ft
10/08/2018 10/08/18 Pending -- -- --
10/04/2018 10/04/18 For Sale $245,000 -- $163 / Sq Ft
Source: Baldwin REALTORS®

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed -- None Available
Warranty Deed $225,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $10,000 Commercial
Source: Public Records

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MLS Number: 380305

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APN: 66-05-21-2-000-075.000

Alabama Baldwin County Gulf Shores 36542

494 E 1st Ave, Gulf Shores, AL

This home is located at 494 E 1st Ave, Gulf Shores, AL 36542 and is currently priced at $725,000, approximately $483 per square foot. This property was built in 1980. 494 E 1st Ave is a home located in Baldwin County with nearby schools including Gulf Shores Elementary School, Gulf Shores Middle School, and Gulf Shores High School.

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