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Property Description
PROFESSIONALLY DECORATED, FRESHLY PAINTED, & SLEEPS 10! Welcome to your dream beach retreat in the heart of Gulf Shores! 300 STEPS TO DEEDED BEACH ACCESS with a crosswalk for safe and easy strolls to the sand. This GOLD FORTIFIED 2-bedroom 3-bathroom raised beach cottage is beautifully curated with thoughtful, professionally designed interiors. Open concept main level with wood-look tile flooring, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, a breakfast bar, full-sized dining table, and two sleeper sofas. Step outside to a furnished balcony with Polywood table and chairs. Large windows and custom window treatments provide abundant natural light, and a full bathroom on the main level for added convenience. Spacious bedrooms - king bed in primary and TWO queen beds in 19'x14' guest bedroom-each with their own private ensuite bathrooms. ALL STYLED WITH CARE & INTENTION THROUGHOUT. Beneath the home is covered parking for two vehicles plus a private storage closet. Additional community parking is located directly next to the cottage, offering two more spaces. Need a beach break? Take a dip to cool off in the community pool. Say goodbye to crowded condo towers and long elevator waits! Whether you're looking for a personal beach getaway or a savvy rental investment, this turn-key cottage offers laid-back luxury, unbeatable location, and coastal charm at every turn. Buyer to verify all information during due diligence.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 487 E 1st Ave #1
General
- Price: $699,000
- HOA FEE: $325/month
- Taxes: $4,636
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: 934
- MLS ID: 380381
- Updated: 6/17/2025
- Added to Site: 223 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Breakfast Bar, Ceiling Fan(s), En-Suite, Internet
- Fireplace(s): None
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Convection Oven, Microwave, Electric Range, Refrigerator w/Ice Maker, Washer/Dryer Stacked
- Furnished: Yes
- Furnishings: Furnished
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Primary Bathroom: Double Vanity, Shower Only
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 2
- Primary Bedroom: 14.4167 x 12.5833, Second, 181.4097 Sq. Ft.
- Bedroom 2: 19.1667 x 14.1667, Second, 271.5278 Sq. Ft.
Other Rooms
- Living Room: 13.4167 x 16.8333, Main, 225.8472 Sq. Ft.
- Kitchen: 9.5 x 17.0833, Main, 162.2917 Sq. Ft.
- Dining Room: Lvg/Dng/Ktchn Combo, 10.9167 x 9.1667, Main, 100.0694 Sq. Ft.
- Laundry: Outside
Additional Information
- Shared Amenities: Internet, Landscaping, Pool - Outdoor, Water Access-Deeded
- Pool: Yes
- Pool Description: Community, Association
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Termite Contract
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Covered
Parking
- Carports: Yes
- Carport Spaces: 2
- Covered Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Double Carport, See Remarks
Location
- Area: Gulf Shores 1
- County: Baldwin
- Subdivision: Cottages at Romeo Beach
- Driving Directions: Heading Southbound on Hwy 59 turn left at the light at the intersection of E 2nd Ave & Hwy 59 onto E 2nd Ave. Turn right onto E 3rd St then turn left onto E 1st Ave. Cottages at Romeo Beach Phase 1 is east of Cottages at Romeo Beach Phase 2 at 487 E 1st Ave - Cottage 1 is first cottage on the right in the community.
- Direction Faces: East
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, Cable TV, Common Area Insurance, Maintenance Grounds, Taxes-Common Area, Trash, Internet, Pool
- Pets Allowed: Yes
Heating & Cooling
- Heating Type: Electric, Central
Utilities
- Sewer: Grinder Pump, Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: Gulf Shores Utilities, Cable Connected
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Raised Beach
- Exterior Const.: Concrete Board, Fortified-Gold
- Roof: Metal
- Windows: Window Treatments
- Building Size: 1438
- Square Feet: 1,438
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Year Built: 2017
- Property Condition: Resale
Lot Features
- Property View: Other-See Remarks, Eastern View
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.034
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 1,481.04
- Lot Dimensions: 38' x 38.3'
- Lot Features: Less than 1 acre, Corner Lot
Water Features
- Water Front View: Beach Accs (<=1/4 Mi), Deeded Access, Gulf Accs (<=1/4 Mi)
Financial Considerations
- Association Fee: $325
- Assoc Fee Freq.: Monthly
- Tax Amount: $4,636
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Whole/Full
- Property ID: 6605212000129.014
- Block: 1
- Lot Number: 1
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Price & Sales History for 487 E 1st Ave #1
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
6/07/2025
Listed
$699,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 487 E 1st Ave #1
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$4,636
6%
$140,500
6%
2023
$4,380
36%
$132,720
36%
2022
$3,216
21%
$97,460
20%
2021
$2,664
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$81,280
3%
2021
$2,664
10%
$78,740
7%
2019
$2,426
—
$73,500
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2018
$2,426
—
$73,500
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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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487 E 1st Avenue #1, Gulf Shores, AL 36542 (MLS# 380381) is a Single Family property with 2 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms. 487 E 1st Avenue #1 is currently listed for $699,000 and was received on June 07, 2025. Want to learn more about 487 E 1st Avenue #1? 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.

