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Property Description
Amazing Gulf Shores Beach location! Metal Roof and FULLY FURNISHED! 4Bedroom house currently split into two separate Vacation Rental units. House is on pilings sitting on an Amazing lot with tons of parking and a super easy walk to the beach! Easy Walking distance to the huge Gulf State Park Pier, Sea-N-Suds Restaurant and Oyster Bar, Blue Sky Parasail & Watersports, Island Market Convenience and Grocery Store, Waffle House and much much more shopping and retail! Both sides, 2X, are equipped with Granite Counter tops, crown molding with custom fitted cabinetry, luxury vinyl plank floors, all stainless steel appliances...per unit easily sleeps 8 and 16 total combining both units. 2X Decks with Covered parking and patios with plenty of space to add a pool! Contact us today for a private tour. Buyer to verify all information during due diligence.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 494 E 1st Ave
General
- Price: $725,000
- Taxes: $3,021
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: 934
- MLS ID: 391178
- Updated: 2/2/2026
- Added to Site: 4 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Internet
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Electric Range, Refrigerator w/Ice Maker, Washer
- Flooring: Luxury Vinyl Plank
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
Additional Information
- Shared Amenities: None
Exterior
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Covered, Porch-Open, Patio, Rear Porch, Front Porch
Parking
- Carports: Yes
- Carport Spaces: 3
- Covered Spaces: 3
- Parking Features: Three Car Carport
Location
- Area: Gulf Shores 1
- County: Baldwin
- Subdivision: None
- Driving Directions: 1 house from corner of E First Ave & E Fourth St.
School Information
- Elementary School: Gulf Shores Elementary
- Middle School: Gulf Shores Middle
- High School: Gulf Shores High
Heating & Cooling
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central Electric (Cool)
- Heating Type: Central
Utilities
- Utility Description: Gulf Shores Utilities
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Traditional
- Exterior Const.: Hardboard
- Roof: Metal
- Building Size: 1500
- Square Feet: 1,500
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Year Built: 1980
- Property Condition: Resale
Lot Features
- Property View: None/Not Applicable
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.118
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 5,140.08
- Lot Dimensions: 51 x 100
- Lot Features: Less than 1 acre, Level, Few Trees
Water Features
- Water Front View: No Waterfront
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $3,021
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Whole/Full
- Property ID: 6605212000075
- Block: 14
- Lot Number: 14
Listed by Blue Anchor Realty, LLC
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Schools
Schools serving 494 E 1st Ave
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Gulf Shores Elementary School 1600 East 3rd Street, Gulf Shores, AL 36542 | PK-5 | 1.3 mi |
Gulf Shores Middle School 450 East 15th Avenue, Gulf Shores, AL 36542 | 6-8 | 1.2 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 494 E 1st Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
2/02/2026
Listed
$725,000
59.38%
MLS
6/10/2019
Sold
$454,900
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Public Record
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 494 E 1st Ave
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$3,021
4%
$91,560
4%
2023
$2,910
35%
$88,180
35%
2022
$2,148
15%
$65,100
20%
2021
$1,868
—
$54,300
1%
2021
$1,868
188%
$53,780
174%
2019
$649
—
$19,660
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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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494 E 1st Avenue, Gulf Shores, AL 36542 (MLS# 391178) is a Single Family property with 4 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 494 E 1st Avenue is currently listed for $725,000 and was received on February 02, 2026. Want to learn more about 494 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.

