521 E 1st Avenue #J Gulf Shores, AL 36542
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$820,000
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521 E 1st Avenue #J Gulf Shores, AL 36542

Cottage Property Type
4 Beds
4 Baths
1,760 Sq. Ft.
2022 Year Built
Baldwin County
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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 main level and second level. Short-term and vacation rentals allowed in addition to its central location make this an ideal 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 tiled backsplash, and a large island for extra counter space, storage, and seating. 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 first 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 bathrooms feature quartz vanity counters throughout. 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 at East 4th Street just west of the subdivision and features a light and cross walk for convenience. Don't miss the 3D Home Virtual Tour! Buyer to verify all information during due diligence.
MLS # 395233
Monthly HOA $425
On Site 204 Days
Last Updated 11/4/2026

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Kristy Malone

Kristy Malone

(251) 533-1791

Property Details

Community Information

Address 521 E 1st Avenue #J, Gulf Shores, AL 36542
Area Baldwin
County Baldwin
Subdivision East Eleven Cottages
Zip Code 36542

School Information

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

Architecture

Unit Number #J
Bedrooms 4
Bathrooms 4
Year Built 2022
Stories 2
Style Cottage
Construction/Foundation Fortified Gold, Slab And Piers
Exterior Finish Wood, Hardboard, Concrete Board
Roof Metal
Parking Features Three Car Carport, Three Or More Vehicles
Parking Total 4

Features / Amenities

Interior Features En Suite, Ceiling Fan(s), High Ceilings
Appliances Disposal, Ice Maker, Microwave, Dishwasher, Electric Range, Washer/Dryer Stacked, Plumbed For Ice Maker
Flooring Luxury Vinyl Plank
Furnished Furnished
Primary Bed/Bath 1st Floor Primary
Dining Area Breakfast Bar
Exterior Features Storage
Patio And Porch Front Porch
Pool In Ground
Community Amenities Fire Sprinkler System
Energy Saving Features Ceiling Fan(s)
Cooling Yes/No Yes
Cooling Electric
Heating Central

Property Features

Lot Features Less Than 1 Acre
Waterfront Gulf Access Less Than Or Equal To Quarter Mile, Beach Access Less Than Or Equal To Quarter Mile
View Pool, Western View, Indirect Gulf Across Road
Utilities Baldwin EMC, Gulf Shores Utilities
Directions From highway 59, head east on East Beach Boulevard. Take a left on East 4th Street and a right on East First Avenue, and the cottage subdivision will be on your right, just before the Comfort Inn. The only entrance to the subdivision is from East 1st Ave., however, the subdivision borders East Beach Boulevard.

Tax and Financial Info

Current Financing Conventional, Cash
Ownership Whole Full
Documents Available Site Plan
Association Fee $425 (paid Monthly)
Association Fee Includes Pool, Taxes Common Area, Common Area Insurance, Association Management, Common Area Maintenance

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Date Old Price New Price Percent Change
8/12/2026 $850,000 $820,000
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Listing Information Last Updated 11/4/2026
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521 E 1st Avenue #J Gulf Shores, AL 36542
  • $820,000
  • 4 beds
  • 4 baths
  • 1,760 Sq. Ft.