Water Views
Address
232 W 1st Avenue, Gulf Shores, AL
Price
$ 1,400,000
Property Attributes
- MLS#411397
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status Active
- MunicipalityGulfShores
- CountyBaldwin
- CityGulf Shores
- NeighborhoodGulf Shores
- Zip36542
- StyleRaised Beach
- Year Built1981
- Price$ 1,400,000
- Bedrooms4
- Full Bathrooms4
- Half Bathrooms0
- Sqr Footage2200
- Lot Size0.243 Acres
Data Source:
Baldwin County MLS (BCAR)
Property Description
RARE GULF SHORES INVESTMENT & DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITY! Located just 1 block from the Gulf Shores Public Beach and steps from the restaurants, entertainment, shopping, and attractions of the city’s vibrant beach district, 232 W 1st Ave offers an exceptional combination of location, income potential, & future development possibilities. Situated w/in the Gulf Shores Walking Area Overlay District & zoned BT-2 (Tourism Business Medium Density), the property offers tremendous flexibility for continued rental use or future redevelopment, subject to applicable city requirements & approvals. The 50' x 212' lot features 2 well-maintained homes, each offering 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, & approximately 1,100 square feet ea. The home to the north will convey fully furnished & rent-ready, providing an opportunity to begin utilizing the property for vacation rentals while the home to the south will convey partially furnished & includes a cargo lift for added convenience. Each residence features welcoming sliding glass doors that open onto a private deck (30x8 for home to the north) (30x15 for home to the south), creating an inviting outdoor space for relaxing & entertaining. There is room (35 x 30) to build a shared pool between the homes to boost rental income. See rental projections for each home as-is & w/ an addition of a pool in Documents. The property’s BT-2 zoning adds another valuable layer of opportunity, w/potential for future commercial development should an owner choose to redevelop the site, subject to applicable zoning, permitting, & development requirements. The existing homes provide immediate utility while the underlying zoning and prime location create long-term possibilities. W/ the Gulf Shores Public Beach just one block away, vacation rental eligibility, 2 existing income-producing residences, & a substantial 50' x 212' lot in a high-demand tourism corridor, this is a truly distinctive property w/both immediate and future potential. Some photos virtually staged. Buyer to verify all information during due diligence.
| Elementary School | Middle School | High School |
|---|---|---|
| Gulf Shores Elementary Elementary School | Gulf Shores Middle Middle School | Gulf Shores High High School |
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 10/30/2026 | Listed $1,400,000 |
General Features
| Utilities | Baldwin EMC |
|---|---|
| View | Southern View,Indirect Gulf Across Road |
| Property Subtype | Residential Detached |
| Waterfront Features | Gulf Access Less Than Or Equal To Quarter Mile |
| Community Features | None |
| County | Baldwin |
| Property Type | Residential |
| HOA | false |
| Subdivision Name | Gulf Shores |
| Status | Active |
| Directions | Head west on W Beach Blvd. Turn right on W 2nd St. Turn right onto W 1st Ave, home will be on your left. Or head south on Hwy 59, take a right (west) on West 1st Ave., go to the 2nd block and the homes will be on the right. |
| High School | Gulf Shores High |
| City | Gulf Shores |
| MLS Area | Baldwin |
| Elementary School | Gulf Shores Elementary |
| Middle/Junior High School | Gulf Shores Middle |
| Standard Status | Active |
| Virtual Tour | https://link.edgepilot.com/x/Q8faobUOh6fruW1tPBfXg-I?u=https://unbranded.visithome.ai/5r2XiYXvvEdnY9g4pynZJY?mu=ft |
| Heating | Central |
| Cooling | Electric |
| Roof | Metal |
| Appliances | Dryer,Washer,Disposal,Microwave,Dishwasher,Electric Range,Plumbed For Ice Maker |
| Architectural Style | Raised Beach |
| Year Built | 1981 |
| Other Structures | Guest Cottage |
| Full Baths | 4 |
| Stories Count | 1 |
| Assoc Fee Paid Per | Monthly |
| Pool Features | None |
Interior Features
| Air Conditioning Y/N | true |
|---|---|
| Heating Y/N | true |
| Fireplace Y/N | false |
| Interior Amenities | En Suite,Ceiling Fan(s) |
| Flooring | Tile,Luxury Vinyl Plank |
| Furnished Y/N | Partially |
| Total Bedrooms | 4 |
| LivingAreaSource | Tax Records |
| Total Baths | 4 |
Exterior Features
| Lot Features | Level,Less Than 1 Acre |
|---|---|
| Lot Size Acres | 0.243 |
| Parking Features | Double Carport |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
Property vs Single Family Average in 36542
Price
Year Built
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