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$820,000

  • For Sale
  • Active
  • Single Family
  • 4 Beds
  • 4 Full Baths
  • 1,760 Sq. Ft.
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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.

Full Property Details for 521 E 1st Ave #J

General

  • Price: $820,000
  • HOA FEE: $425/month
  • Taxes: $5,639
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: 934
  • MLS ID: 395233
  • Updated: 8/12/2026
  • Added to Site: 148 day(s) ago

Interior

  • Interior Features: En Suite, Ceiling Fan(s), High Ceilings
  • Appliances: Disposal, Ice Maker, Microwave, Dishwasher, Electric Range, Washer/Dryer Stacked, Plumbed For Ice Maker
  • Furnished: Yes
  • Furnishings: Furnished
  • Flooring: Luxury Vinyl Plank

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Primary Bathroom: FirstFloorPrimary

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 4

Additional Information

  • Shared Amenities: OtherSeeRemarks, FireSprinklerSystem
  • Pool Description: In Ground

Exterior

  • Exterior Features: Storage
  • Porch/Patio/Deck: Front Porch

Parking

  • Parking Features: Other/See Remarks, Three Car Carport, Three Or More Vehicles

Location

  • Area: Gulf Shores
  • 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.

School Information

  • Elementary School: Gulf Shores Elementary
  • Middle School: Gulf Shores Middle
  • High School: Gulf Shores High

Community

  • Association: Yes
  • Assoc. Fees Include: Pool, Taxes Common Area, Common Area Insurance, Association Management, Common Area Maintenance

Heating & Cooling

  • Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Electric
  • Heating Type: Central

Utilities

  • Utility Description: Baldwin EMC, Gulf Shores Utilities

Structural Information

  • Architectural Style: Cottage
  • Roof: Metal, Other/See Remarks
  • Stories/Levels: 2
  • Building Size: 1760
  • Square Feet: 1,760
  • Sq. Ft. Source: Tax Records
  • Year Built: 2022

Lot Features

  • Property View: Pool, Western View, Indirect Gulf Across Road
  • Lot Features: Less Than 1 Acre

Water Features

  • Water Front Name: Gulf Of Mexico / America
  • Water Front View: Gulf Access Less Than Or Equal To Quarter Mile, Beach Access Less Than Or Equal To Quarter Mile

Financial Considerations

  • Association Fee: $425
  • Assoc Fee Freq.: Monthly
  • Tax Amount: $5,639

Disclosures and Reports

  • Ownership: Whole Full
  • Legal Description: Lot J East Eleven Cottages Slide 2837-B; 2834-A; Mb4 Pg67
  • APN: 66-05-21-2-000-138.012
  • Block: J

Listed by Bellator Real Estate Llc Gulf Shores

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Schools serving 521 E 1st Ave #J

NameGradesDistance
Gulf Shores Elementary School
1600 East 3rd Street, Gulf Shores, AL 36542
PK-51.3 mi
Gulf Shores Middle School
450 East 15th Avenue, Gulf Shores, AL 36542
6-81.3 mi
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Price & Sales History for 521 E 1st Ave #J Get Price Alerts and Save Property

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Details
Price
Change
Source
8/12/2026
Price Reduced
$820,000
-3.53%
MLS
4/17/2026
Listed
$850,000
0.12%
MLS
11/21/2022
Sold
$849,000
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Tax History for 521 E 1st Ave #J

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$5,638
7%
$170,860
7%
2024
$5,270
22%
$159,700
22%
2023
$4,328
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$131,160
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521 E 1st Avenue #J, Gulf Shores, AL 36542 (MLS# 395233) is a Single Family property with 4 bedrooms and 4 full bathrooms. 521 E 1st Avenue #J is currently listed for $820,000 and was received on April 15, 2026. Want to learn more about 521 E 1st Avenue #J? 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.

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