Gulf Shores borders Orange Beach on the east and the Gulf Islands National Seashore on the west, as well as the Gulf Coast to the south. The "not so little" Little Lagoon splits the peninsula down the middle, leaving a narrow strip of land that actually borders the coast. The most desired part of this is called "West Beach", which features beach homes with prices in the millions. This section features the Laguna Key subdivision, which has its own community pier, tennis courts, basketball courts, and a community pool. Vacation condos abound all along the Gulf Coast side of the city, providing rental income for owners.
Like its eastern neighbor, Orange Beach, Gulf Shores is surrounded by water bodies of all types. In addition to the beach and Little Lagoon, it is bordered to the west by Bon Secour Bay, which meanders inland to become Oyster Bay in the city of the same name. This small bay also narrows to travel the length of Gulf Shores by way of Portage Creek.
All these different waters create waterfront communities and home opportunities everywhere in the city. That being said, the city also stretches far inland to the north of Portage Creek, offering less expensive real estate which still has direct access to the entire city and beach along Highway 59, also known as Gulf Shores Parkway. The Gulf Shores Golf Course is located here with the Craft Farms Cypress Bend Course and the Cotton Creek Course, both designed by Arnold Palmer. There are nine signature golf clubs in Gulf Shores and a state-owned 18-hole course. Another popular golf course is located in Gulf State Park, the Refuge.
The Kiva Dunes Golf Club, Beach Club community, and Gulf Shores Plantation are just outside the city, on the tip of the most western point of the Gulf Coast strip. This is home to the gated community of The Peninsula - with 24-hour security, 27 holes of golf with a pro shop and teaching pro, eight lighted tennis courts with a pro shop and teaching pro, fitness centers, indoor and outdoor pools, restaurant, lounge, and a mile long stretch of private beach with pier on Bon Secour Bay.
Attractions in Gulf Shores include ocean fishing, dinner, and dolphin-sighting cruises, as well as a water park, Waterville USA. It is also home to the Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo, which has been featured on the television show "The Little Zoo that Could", on Animal Planet.
Gulf Place, the city’s most iconic stretch of beachfront and main public beach area with a $15 million Revitalization Project was opened in 2018. It features a public boardwalk, walking paths, green space, and beach dune restoration to provide wildlife habitat and protection from storm surges.
The Gulf Shores historic district is being renovated on both sides of the Intracoastal Waterway, called Waterway Village. This will transform the streets into pedestrian-friendly lanes with tree-lined streets and sidewalks, and decorative lampposts. Benches and seating areas all along the strip will provide a pleasant place to dine and shop.
If all this sounds like a city you would love to call home, you are not alone. Let us show you around the homes in Gulf Shores, as well as its attractions and communities. Call 850-912-9826 for a tour and more information.
This rare 1Br/2bath offering at Royal Palms is on the beach in Gulf Shores next to the State Park, pier and conference center offers a direct view of the Gulf of Mexico a...
This is a Coming Soon Listing. At the end of the road, a truly special place awaits—a beautiful, private waterfront retreat where life slows down, worries fade away, and ...
Beautifully decorated Gulf-front unit in the Doral Tower at The Beach Club Resort & Spa. This spacious 2-bedroom, 2-bath condominium offers stunning views of the beautifu...
Sailboat Bay is a beautiful & quiet RESIDENTIAL gated community located on Plash Island with direct access to the Intracoastal Waterway leading into Bon Secour Bay, Mobil...
Exceptional Gulf Coast investment and family retreat opportunity in The Dunes, a sought after gated Gulf side community near Fort Morgan in Gulf Shores. This spacious du...
If you’ve been dreaming of a place to escape to the beach, 647 Bonita Court in Gulf Shores may be exactly what you’ve been looking for! Built in 2021, this beautifully de...
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Enjoy coastal living at The Dunes in Gulf Shores! This fully furnished 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom condo is rental ready and features recently added stainless steel kitchen app...
Located in the highly sought-after, gated Gulf-front Beach and Golf community of Kiva Dunes, this charming two-story home blends classic Southern style with the best of c...
Own a piece of the Gulf Shores rental market at The Cove! Unit B201 is a fully furnished 2 bedroom, 2 bath end unit condo with a loft, set on peaceful Little Lagoon in th...
Spectacular Views & Coastal Luxury at Mustique! Discover this highly desirable 4-bedroom, 4.5-bath condominium offering over 2,500 square feet of beautifully furnished li...
Welcome to the Retreat at Bon Secour, a truly unique and highly desirable coastal community located just steps from the Intracoastal Waterway and minutes from the white s...
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Cottage 16 at Beach Club is a beautiful coastal POOL home on a prime lakefront location within a resort property with every upscale amenity you can imagine, and it comfor...
Welcome to your coastal getaway in beautiful Gulf Shores! Ideally located near Little Lagoon Pass, this inviting property offers the perfect blend of comfort, style, and ...
Like new and Gold Fortified home in the popular Surfside Shores community in Fort Morgan! Built in 2025, this home features tasteful and upgraded finishes. Quartz counter...
San Carlos 1907 is a 19th-floor 3 Bedroom/3 Bathroom Gulf-front condominium offering 1,407 square feet of living space, floor-to-ceiling windows, and a spacious private b...
Located in the desirable Raley Farms community of Gulf Shores, this 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home stands out from the rest with a private gunite saltwater pool and many other ...
Great 3 bed 2 and 1/2 bath on a 50'lot directly on the intra costal waterway. This home sits towards the end of west canal dr. Home has a wonderful screened back porch so...
Welcome to Las Palmas #203, an updated 2 bedroom, 2 bath condo in a low-density Gulf Shores complex that puts you close to everything you come to the Gulf Coast to enjoy....
Welcome to Colony Club Unit R8! This bright and spacious 2-bedroom, 2-bath condo has been freshly painted and features vaulted ceilings, beautiful natural light, updated ...
Enjoy direct gulf front living at Lighthouse 810, ideally situated on the 8th floor of one of Gulf Shores’ most desirable condominium complexes. This 1-bedroom, 2-bath un...
Imagine starting your morning with coffee on one of your two spacious balconies, enjoying the GULF VIEWS and the SOUND OF THE WAVES just across the street. Welcome to thi...
Fully furnished, rent-ready, and designed for coastal living, this 3-bedroom, 2-bath home on W. Beach Blvd in Gulf Shores offers space, comfort, gulf views, and outstandi...
RARE OPPORTUNITY — BOTH SIDES OF THE DUPLEX ARE NOW AVAILABLE! This listing is for SIDE A, offering buyers the opportunity to explore owning both sides of this distinctiv...
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