521 E 1st Avenue #J
Gulf Shores, AL 36542
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$820,000
-3.5%
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
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
Contact Agent
Kristy Malone
(251) 533-1791Property Details
Community Information
Address
521 E 1st Avenue #J, Gulf Shores, AL 36542
Area
Baldwin
County
Baldwin
City
Gulf Shores
Subdivision
East Eleven Cottages
Zip Code
36542
Condo
East Eleven Cottages
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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Loan and interest only.
Purchase price
Down payment
Price Change History
| Date | Old Price | New Price | Percent Change |
| 8/12/2026 | $850,000 | $820,000 |
-3.5%
|
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