$346,000
SOLD OCT 16, 2020

Royal Palms Condominiums 561 E Beach Blvd Unit 1302 Gulf Shores, AL 36542

1 Bed
2 Baths
676 Sq Ft
1.67 Acres

Recently Sold

$512 Per Sq Ft

4% Below List Price

125 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Property fronts gulf or ocean
  • Fitness Center
  • Community Indoor Pool
  • Gulf Shores Elementary School Rated A-
  • Main Floor Primary Bedroom
  • Sauna

About This Home

As of October 2020

Very POPULAR and highly desired PENTHOUSE level ROYAL PALMS condo - rarely available...Don't miss your chance to own this beachfront beauty!! Top two penthouse floor units offer higher ceilings and the BEST views! All TILE, 1 bedroom w/2 FULL baths PLUS hall bunks that sleeps 6. Great rental history of ~$31k/year gross rents. 2019 Updates included a new 55" Smart TV in LR, new HVAC installed Jan/2019 w/10 year warranty plus all plumbing lines updated with braided stainless. Recent March/2020 updates include: New couch (sleeper) & swivel recliner chair in LR, new comforters (all beds), all trim repainted and walls freshened up. Incredible views of the Gulf State Pier (w/unparalleled July 4th fireworks viewing), dolphins swimming in the Gulf, fishing boats and parasailors, and amazing sunsets - plus, incredible Blue Angel fly-bys at almost eye level. Bonus, you also have great views from the walkway entrance of Lake Shelby and the surrounding area to the North. Very well managed HOA.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Brandon Gibbs

Vacasa Alabama LLC Listed on: 04/30/2020

Last Buyer's Agent

Coleman Grau

RE/MAX Paradise

RE/MAX Paradise

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,963

Year Built

  • Built in 2000

Lot Details

  • Property fronts gulf or ocean
  • Landscaped
  • Sprinkler System

HOA Fees

  • $435 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Reinforced Concrete Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 676 Sq Ft Home
  • Furnished
  • High Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Combination Dining and Living Room
  • Tile Flooring
  • Fire and Smoke Detector
  • Stacked Washer and Dryer

Kitchen

  • Electric Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Primary Bedroom on Main
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Shower Only
  • Separate Shower

Parking

  • Covered Parking
  • Parking Lot

Outdoor Features

  • Covered patio or porch

Schools

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

Utilities

  • Heat Pump System
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Internet Available
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 66-05-21-1-000-016.000987

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include management, cable, common area insurance, common area maintenance, pest control, recreational facilities, reserve funds, security, taxes-common area, trash, water/sewer, internet, pool
  • 2 Elevators
  • Royal Palms Community
  • 14-Story Property

Amenities

  • Community Gazebo
  • Community Barbecue Grill
  • Sauna
  • Meeting Room
  • Community Wi-Fi

Recreation

  • Fitness Center
  • Community Spa

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,963

Year Built

Built in 2000

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$435 per month

Listing Details

  • Class: Residential-Single Family
  • Construction Foundation: P-I-P Reinforced Concrete
  • Construction Status: Resale
  • Flood Zone: AE,VE
  • Property Amenities: Cable, Ceiling Fan(s), Covered Patio, High Ceilings, Internet
  • Property Type: Residential Attached
  • Style: Condo
  • View: Direct Gulf Front
  • Parcel Id Tax Id: 66-05-21-1-000-016.000987
  • Year Built: 2000
  • Geo Subdivision: AL
  • Living Room Group: Living/Dining
  • Property Legal Description: UNIT #1302 ROYAL PALMS CONDO IN THE CITY OF GULF SHORES IN # 547501 IN #523758 SEC 21-T9S-R4E (WD)
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Range-Electric, Refrigerator W/Ice Maker, Smoke Detector, Stack Washer/Dryer
  • Estimated Living Area: 676
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Bedrooms: 1
  • Elevators: 2
  • Floors: Tile
  • Kitchen: Dimensions: 9x5, On Level: Main Level
  • Living Dining: Dimensions: 15x20, On Level: Main Level
  • Master Bed: Dimensions: 12x12, On Level: Main Level
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 511.83
  • Property Interior Stories: 1
  • Unit Floor: 13
  • Primary Bedroom Bathroom Combo: Yes
  • Primary Bedroom Bathrooms: Separate Shower, Shower Only, 1st Floor Primary, Balcony/Patio

Exterior Features

  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Water Property Type: Gulf Front - Building

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking: Condo: Covered Parking, Condo: Lot Parking

Utilities

  • Heat Cooling: Heat Pump
  • Utilities: Cable Tv, Sewage-City, Total Electric, Water Heater-Electric, Water-City, Baldwin Emc

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Fees: 435
  • Association Fees Include: Association Management, Cable, Common Area Insurance, Common Area Maintenance, Pest Control, Recreational Facilities, Reserve Funds, Security, Taxes-Common Area, Trash, Water/Sewer, Internet, Pool
  • Community Amenities: Bbq Area, Condo 1-Bdrms In Complex, Condo 2-Bdrms In Complex, Condo 3-Bdrms In Complex, Covered Entry, Exercise Room, Fire Sprinkler System, Gazebo, Internet, Pool - Indoor, Landscaping, Meeting Room, Pool - Outdoor, Pets - Owners Only, Spa/Hot Tub, Steam/Sauna
  • Condo Building Stories: 14
  • Condo Complex: Royal Palms

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • Lot Block Unit: 1302

Rental Info

  • Furnished: Yes

Tax Info

  • Property Taxes: 1962.84
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 233346

MLS Schools

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

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 30, 2020
Closed on
Oct 16, 2020
Sold by
Gibb & Gibb Lp
Bought by
French Eric R and French Gwen B
Seller's Agent
Brandon Gibbs
Vacasa Alabama LLC
Buyer's Agent
Coleman Grau
RE/MAX Paradise
List Price
$359,000
Sold Price
$346,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$13,000
-3.62%
Current Estimated Value
$544,865

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$198,865
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.97%
Original Mortgage
$306,000
Outstanding Balance
$274,770
Interest Rate
2.8%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$270,095

Purchase Details

Listed on
Dec 25, 2015
Closed on
Apr 21, 2016
Sold by
Gibson Joseph Albert and Gibson Carol J
Bought by
Gibbs & Gibbs Lp
Seller's Agent
Brandon Hubbard
Brett R/E Robinson Dev OB
Buyer's Agent
Brad Lynn
eXp Realty Southern Branch
List Price
$271,500
Sold Price
$271,500

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.55%
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $346,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $271,500 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $306,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
10/16/2020 10/16/20 Sold $346,000 -3.6% $512 / Sq Ft
09/02/2020 09/02/20 Pending -- -- --
04/30/2020 04/30/20 For Sale $359,000 +32.2% $531 / Sq Ft
04/22/2016 04/22/16 Sold $271,500 0.0% $402 / Sq Ft
03/23/2016 03/23/16 Pending -- -- --
12/25/2015 12/25/15 For Sale $271,500 -- $402 / Sq Ft
Source: Baldwin REALTORS®

Tax History Compared to Growth

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 $3,569 $108,160 $0 $108,160
2023 $2,855 $86,520 $0 $86,520
2022 $2,320 $70,300 $0 $0
2021 $2,128 $63,540 $0 $0
2020 $2,016 $60,160 $0 $0
2019 $1,994 $59,480 $0 $0
2018 $1,816 $54,080 $0 $0
2017 $1,771 $52,720 $0 $0
2016 $1,673 $49,760 $0 $0
2015 $1,414 $41,920 $0 $0
2014 $1,258 $37,180 $0 $0
2013 -- $35,820 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Baldwin REALTORS®

MLS Number: 297851

Baldwin REALTORS®

APN: 66-05-21-1-000-016.000-987