494 E 1st Avenue
Gulf Shores, AL 36542
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Active
$699,000
494 E 1st Avenue Gulf Shores, AL 36542
Residential Detached
Property Type
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,500
Sq. Ft.
1980
Year Built
Baldwin
County
UNDER $700K SLEEPS 16 DEEDED BEACH ACCESS SHORT-TERM RENTAL DISTRICT WALK EVERYWHERE! Beach properties with this combination of location, size, and flexibility under $700,000 are exceptionally rare! This fully furnished 4-bedroom, 2-bath home is currently configured as two separate 2-bedroom vacation-style units, comfortably sleeping up to 16 guests. Whether you're accommodating a large family, multiple families vacationing together, or simply enjoying extra space, this property offers an incredibly versatile layout. Located in the City of Gulf Shores Short-Term Rental District, this elevated beach home sits on pilings and features a durable metal roof, covered parking, abundant additional parking, two spacious covered decks, and ground-level patios perfect for relaxing after a day at the beach. The oversized lot also offers plenty of room to add a private pool. Both units are beautifully finished with granite countertops, custom cabinetry, crown molding, luxury vinyl plank flooring, stainless steel appliances, and open-concept living spaces. Best of all, the home is being sold fully furnished, making it move-in ready. The location is simply unbeatable. Leave the car behind and enjoy an easy walk to deeded beach access, the Gulf State Park Pier, Sea-N-Suds Restaurant & Oyster Bar, Island Market, Waffle House, shopping, restaurants, entertainment, and many of Gulf Shores' most popular attractions. If you've been searching for a property that sleeps 16, offers deeded beach access, is located in the short-term rental district, is fully furnished, has room for a pool, and is priced under $700,000, opportunities like this don't come along often. Buyer to verify all information during due diligence.
MLS #
398620
Monthly HOA
N/A
On Site
135 Days
Last Updated
11/4/2026
Contact Agent
Kristy Malone
(251) 533-1791Property Details
Community Information
Address
494 E 1st Avenue, Gulf Shores, AL 36542
Area
Baldwin
County
Baldwin
City
Gulf Shores
Subdivision
Gulf Shores
Zip Code
36542
Condo
Gulf Shores
School Information
High School
Gulf Shores High
Middle School
Gulf Shores Middle
Elementary School
Gulf Shores Elementary
Architecture
Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
2
Year Built
1980
Stories
2
Construction/Foundation
Pilings
Exterior Finish
Hardboard
Roof
Metal
Parking Features
Three Car Carport
Features / Amenities
Interior Features
Internet, Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances
Disposal, Microwave, Dishwasher, Electric Range, Plumbed For Ice Maker
Flooring
Luxury Vinyl Plank
Primary Bed/Bath
1st Floor Primary
Patio And Porch
Patio, Rear Porch, Porch Open, Front Porch, Covered Patio
Cooling Yes/No
Yes
Cooling
Electric
Heating
Central
Property Features
Lot Size
0.12 Acres
Lot Features
Level, Some Trees, Less Than 1 Acre
Waterfront
No Waterfront
View
None/Not Applicable
Utilities
Gulf Shores Utilities, Baldwin Co Sewer Service
Directions
From Highway 59, travel south and turn left on East 2nd Avenue. Travel almost to the end and take a right on East 4th Street. Take a right on East 1st Ave. and the home is the 2nd on the right.
Tax and Financial Info
Current Financing
VA, FHA, Conventional, Cash
Ownership
Whole Full
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