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521 E 1st Avenue, Gulf Shores, ALVideo Tour of 521 E 1st Avenue, Gulf Shores, AL.
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
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 521 E 1st Ave
General
- Price: $925,000
- HOA FEE: $425/month
- Taxes: $5,270
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: 934
- MLS ID: 377212
- Updated: 4/11/2025
- Added to Site: 15 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Breakfast Bar, Ceiling Fan(s), En-Suite, High Ceilings
- Fireplace(s): None
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Electric Range, Refrigerator w/Ice Maker, Washer/Dryer Stacked
- Furnished: Yes
- Furnishings: Furnished
- Flooring: Luxury Vinyl Plank
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 4
- Full Bathrooms: 4
- Primary Bathroom: Separate Shower
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
- Primary Bedroom: 1st Floor Primary, Other - See Remarks, 13 x 12, Main, 156 Sq. Ft.
- Bedroom 2: 13.3333 x 11.3333, Second, 151.1111 Sq. Ft.
- Bedroom 3: 13 x 10, Second, 130 Sq. Ft.
- Bedroom 4: 13.3333 x 11.3333, Second, 151.1111 Sq. Ft.
Other Rooms
- Family Room: 2 x 17.1667, Main, 34.3333 Sq. Ft.
- Kitchen: 12 x 10.5, Main, 126 Sq. Ft.
Additional Information
- Shared Amenities: Pool - Outdoor
- Pool: Yes
- Pool Description: Community, Association
- Security/Safety: Smoke Detector(s)
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Storage
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Porch-Open, Front Porch
Parking
- Carports: Yes
- Carport Spaces: 3
- Covered Spaces: 3
- Parking Features: See Remarks, Three or More Vehicles, Three Car Carport
Location
- Area: Gulf Shores 1
- County: Baldwin
- Subdivision: East Eleven Cottages
- Driving 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.
- Direction Faces: West
School Information
- Elementary School: Gulf Shores Elementary
- Middle School: Gulf Shores Middle
- High School: Gulf Shores High
Community
- Association: Yes
- Assoc. Fees Include: Association Management, Common Area Insurance, Maintenance Grounds, Trash, Internet, Pool
Heating & Cooling
- Heating Type: Electric
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Cottage
- Exterior Const.: Concrete Board, Wood Siding, Fortified-Gold
- Roof: Metal
- Building Size: 1760
- Square Feet: 1,760
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Year Built: 2022
- Property Condition: Resale
Lot Features
- Property View: Western View
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.0382
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 1,664
- Lot Dimensions: 32' x 52'
- Lot Features: Less than 1 acre
Water Features
- Water Front View: Beach Accs (<=1/4 Mi), Gulf Accs (<=1/4 Mi)
Financial Considerations
- Association Fee: $425
- Assoc Fee Freq.: Monthly
- Tax Amount: $5,270
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Whole/Full
- Legal Description: 32 X 52 Lot L East Eleven Cottages Slide 2837-B; 2834-A; M B4 Pg67 Sec 21-T9s-R4e Lying In The City Of Gulf Shores (Wd Survivorship)
- Property ID: 6605212000138.014
- Block: L
- Lot Number: L
Listed by Bellator Real Estate LLC Gulf
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Price & Sales History for 521 E 1st Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
4/08/2025
Listed
$925,000
-11.82%
MLS
12/15/2022
Sold
$1,049,000
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Public Record
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Tax History
Tax History for 521 E 1st Ave
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2023
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$1,049,000
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Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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521 E 1st Avenue, Gulf Shores, AL 36542 (MLS# 377212) is a Single Family property with 4 bedrooms and 4 full bathrooms. 521 E 1st Avenue is currently listed for $925,000 and was received on April 08, 2025. Want to learn more about 521 E 1st Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Gulf Shores? You can browse all Gulf Shores real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.