$925,000
$830K PRICE INCREASE

521 E 1st Ave Gulf Shores, AL 36542

Estimated payment $5,973/month

Total Views 6,997
4 Beds
4 Baths
1,760 Sq Ft
$526 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Main Floor Primary Bedroom
  • High Ceiling
  • Cottage
  • Gulf Shores Elementary School Rated A-
  • Community Pool
  • Front Porch

About This Home

Welcome to East Eleven Cottages, centrally located in the heart of Gulf Shores and close to many restaurants and attractions with beach access just across the street. This 4-bedroom, 4-bath GOLD-FORTIFIED cottage has spacious, private decks (22x10) on both the ground level and second level. Unique to Lot L is the upper level view of Lake Shelby, see photos! Short-term and vacation rentals allowed in addition to its central location make this an ideal investor's opportunity. This property can sleep up to 14 people, comes fully furnished, and rent-ready for guests to enjoy. The first floor has an open floor plan, high ceilings, and crown molding that elevate the space as the functional center of the home. The kitchen features quartz countertops, a subway tile backsplash, and a large island for extra counter space and storage. The shiplap accent wall in the great room adds visual interest and texture to the space. There are 2 primary bedrooms with one on the ground level and the other upstairs overlooking the private deck. The remaining 2 bedrooms are also upstairs and all 4 bedrooms feature an en-suite. For easy maintenance, this home has LVP flooring throughout and all bathrooms feature quartz vanity counters as well. Each upstairs bedroom has a sliding barn door hung as a single door at each bedroom's entrance. Deep parking can accommodate up to 4 vehicles and includes an 11'x10' outdoor storage space. There is a pool in the center of the development and a looped brick-paver road for easy ingress/egress. Beach access is a short walking distance away, with a light and cross walk. Buyer to verify all information during due diligence.

Listing Agent

The Malone Team

Bellator Real Estate LLC Gulf Brokerage Phone: 251-747-1723 Listed on: 04/08/2025

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,270

Year Built

  • Built in 2022

Lot Details

  • 1,664 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 32' x 52'
  • West Facing Home

HOA Fees

  • $425 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Cottage
  • Metal Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Concrete Fiber Board Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,760 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • High Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Fire and Smoke Detector
  • Stacked Washer and Dryer
  • Property Views

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom on Main
  • En-Suite Bathroom
  • 4 Full Bathrooms
  • Separate Shower

Parking

  • 4 Parking Spaces
  • 3 Carport Spaces

Outdoor Features

  • Outdoor Storage
  • Front Porch

Schools

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

Utilities

  • Heating Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Legal Lot and Block L / L
  • Assessor Parcel Number 6605212000138.014

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include management, common area insurance, ground maintenance, trash, internet, pool

Recreation

  • Community Pool

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,270

Year Built

Built in 2022

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$425 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • View: Western View
  • Parcel Number: 6605212000138.014
  • Year Built: 2022
  • Property Sub-Type: Cottage
  • ResoCommunityFeatures: Pool - Outdoor
  • ResoLotFeatures: Less than 1 acre
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.0382
  • ResoSecurityFeatures: Smoke Detector(s)
  • Attribution Contact: PHONE: 251-747-1723
  • Co List Office Phone: 251-948-5000
  • Ownership: Whole/Full
  • MLS Status: Active
  • Subdivision Name: East Eleven Cottages
  • Architectural Style: Cottage
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: Assessor
  • Carport Spaces: 3
  • Carport Y N: Yes
  • Reso Fireplace Features: None
  • Reso Interior Features: Breakfast Bar, Ceiling Fan(s), En-Suite, High Ceilings
  • Unit Levels: Two
  • Living Area: 1760
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • ResoPropertyCondition: Resale
  • Financial Info Electric: Baldwin EMC
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: Assessor
  • BK20_LFD_BoatFacilities_4: None
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Electric Range, Refrigerator w/Ice Maker, Washer/Dryer Stacked
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplace: No
  • Flooring: Luxury Vinyl Plank
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Assessor
  • Room Bedroom4 Area: 151.1111
  • Room Bedroom4 Level: Second
  • Room Bedroom3 Area: 130
  • Master Bedroom Master Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Bedroom2 Area: 151.1111
  • Room Bedroom3 Level: Second
  • Master Bedroom Master Bedroom Width: 12
  • Room Family Room Area: 34.3333
  • Room Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Master Bedroom Features: 1st Floor Primary, Other - See Remarks
  • Room Family Room Level: Main
  • Room Kitchen Area: 126
  • Room Master Bedroom Area: 156
  • Master Bathroom Features: Separate Shower

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Metal
  • Pool Features: Community, Association
  • View: Yes
  • Waterfront Features: Beach Accs (<=1/4 Mi), Gulf Accs (<=1/4 Mi)
  • Construction Type: Concrete Board, Wood Siding, Fortified-Gold
  • Direction Faces: West
  • Exterior Features: Storage
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch-Open, Front Porch

Garage/Parking

  • Covered Parking Spaces: 3
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking Features: See Remarks, Three or More Vehicles, Three Car Carport
  • Total Parking Spaces: 4

Utilities

  • Heating: Electric
  • HeatingYN: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: 425
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association: Yes

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Association Management, Common Area Insurance, Maintenance Grounds, Trash, Internet, Pool

Schools

  • Middle Or Junior School: Gulf Shores Middle

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 32' x 52'
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 1664
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Square Feet
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: SquareFeet

Rental Info

  • Furnished: Furnished

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 5270.1
  • Tax Block: L
  • Tax Lot: L

MLS Schools

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

Map

Range of Values:

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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 $7,013 $212,500 $59,100 $153,400
2023 $4,971 $150,640 $50,400 $100,240
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/12/2025 06/12/25 Price Changed $969,000 -0.6% $551 / Sq Ft
04/28/2025 04/28/25 Price Changed $975,000 +5.4% $554 / Sq Ft
04/08/2025 04/08/25 Price Changed $925,000 +873.7% $526 / Sq Ft
04/08/2025 04/08/25 For Sale $95,000 -90.5% $54 / Sq Ft
03/04/2025 03/04/25 For Sale $998,000 -4.6% $567 / Sq Ft
01/03/2023 01/03/23 Sold $1,046,000 0.0% $397 / Sq Ft
12/12/2022 12/12/22 Pending -- -- --
12/12/2022 12/12/22 For Sale $1,046,000 +23.2% $397 / Sq Ft
11/28/2022 11/28/22 Sold $849,000 0.0% $482 / Sq Ft
11/25/2022 11/25/22 Pending -- -- --
11/25/2022 11/25/22 For Sale $849,000 +7.6% $482 / Sq Ft
10/03/2022 10/03/22 Sold $789,000 0.0% $448 / Sq Ft
10/03/2022 10/03/22 Pending -- -- --
10/03/2022 10/03/22 For Sale $789,000 -24.1% $448 / Sq Ft
08/05/2022 08/05/22 Sold $1,039,000 0.0% $394 / Sq Ft
08/05/2022 08/05/22 Pending -- -- --
08/05/2022 08/05/22 For Sale $1,039,000 +31.7% $394 / Sq Ft
07/05/2022 07/05/22 Sold $789,000 0.0% $448 / Sq Ft
07/05/2022 07/05/22 Pending -- -- --
07/05/2022 07/05/22 For Sale $789,000 -16.1% $448 / Sq Ft
06/15/2022 06/15/22 Sold $939,900 0.0% $534 / Sq Ft
06/15/2022 06/15/22 For Sale $939,900 -- $534 / Sq Ft
Source: Baldwin REALTORS®

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Closed $726,200 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

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Source: Baldwin REALTORS®

MLS Number: 377212

Baldwin REALTORS®

APN: 66-05-21-2-000-138.008