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$819,900 Sale Pending

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  • Single Family
  • 4 Beds
  • 4 Full Baths
  • 1,760 Sq. Ft.
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521 E 1st Avenue #L, Gulf Shores, ALVideo Tour of 521 E 1st Avenue #L, 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 quartz countertops, a subway tile backsplash, and a large island for extra counter space and storage. 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 ground 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 all bathrooms feature quartz vanity counters as well. Each upstairs bedroom has a sliding barn door hung as a single door at each bedroom's entrance. 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 a short walking distance away, with a light and cross walk. Rental history for 2025 is $60,502. *** OPEN HOUSE THIS SUNDAY 2/8 FROM 12-3! Buyer to verify all information during due diligence.

Full Property Details for 521 E 1st Ave #L

General

  • Price: $819,900
  • HOA FEE: $425/month
  • Taxes: $5,270
  • Status: Pending
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: 934
  • MLS ID: 377212
  • Updated: 3/16/2026
  • Added to Site: 375 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 #L Get Price Alerts and Save Property

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Details
Price
Change
Source
2/02/2026
Price Reduced
$819,900
-5.21%
MLS
11/18/2025
Price Reduced
$865,000
-4.84%
MLS
9/20/2025
Price Reduced
$909,000
-1.73%
MLS
4/08/2025
Listed
$925,000
17.24%
MLS
7/01/2022
Sold
$789,000
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Tax History for 521 E 1st Ave #L

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$5,638
7%
$170,860
7%
2024
$5,270
6%
$159,700
6%
2023
$4,980
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$150,920
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521 E 1st Avenue #L, Gulf Shores, AL 36542 (MLS# 377212) is a Single Family property with 4 bedrooms and 4 full bathrooms. 521 E 1st Avenue #L is currently listed for $819,900 and was received on April 08, 2025. Want to learn more about 521 E 1st Avenue #L? 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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