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.
Outstanding investment opportunity at one of Gulf Shores’ most popular beachfront complexes! This turnkey 2-bedroom, 2-bath gulf front condo has generated $61K in 2026 ye...
Luxury living just minutes from the beach! Enjoy the elegance of this beautifully maintained home in Craft Farms. Situated on a large corner lot this home offers all the ...
This 2 bedroom/2.5 bath condo is located on the 4th floor of the Avalon Tower at The Beach Club, a premier resort located along the pristine Alabama Gulf Coast. The balc...
Welcome to Sea Glass Unit 212, a beautifully appointed 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath condo offering 973 square feet in the heart of Gulf Shores. Built in 2023, this coastal retreat...
Welcome to easy living in The Peninsula, a sought-after gated golf and tennis community! This inviting 3-bedroom, 2-bath home is ideally situated overlooking the #4 hole ...
Beautiful, 2bed/2bath condo in The Landing! This Gulf Shores complex is located across the street from the beach on the Little Lagoon! The complex offers a large pool are...
OVER $141,000 YTD IN RENTAL (as of 9/17)!!! Experience Breathtaking Views from this Exceptional 16th Floor Corner Unit! Welcome to Unit 1605 - a highly upgraded, east cor...
If feeling like being on a cruise ship in a beautiful lagoon and watching the sunset sounds good to you, this is the place for you! From the moment you step into this 5th...
Dont miss this 2 bedroom 2 bath the lighthouse with bunk area. Lower floor unit and great rental. Buyer to verify all information during due diligence.
Welcome to this beautifully appointed 4-bedroom, 3-bath cottage in The Beach Club, offering the perfect combination of coastal style, comfort, and investment potential. B...
This property is projected to deliver a 15% gross ROI and a 20% cash-on-cash return, with a potential Year-1 gross rental projection of 50K dollars and year 1 cost segreg...
Back on the Market!! Come see this beautiful townhome, fully furnished with high end furnishings! Welcome to the best kept secret in Gulf Shores!!Lakewood Townhomes is a...
Welcome to Island Shores condominium, where breathtaking views of the Gulf of America take center stage! Imagine waking up to the sound of waves and the sight of sunlit s...
This beautiful 3-bedroom, 2-bath condominium is located on the north side of Gulf Shores just 4.5 miles from the Gulf of Mexico. This inviting condo offers a comfortable...
Welcome to Unit 54 at Regency Club! This stunning two-story condo features three spacious bedrooms and two beautifully appointed bathrooms and a downstairs half bath with...
You have spoken and we have listened! New features added! Welcome to The Driftwood Plan, one of Gulf Shores’ most distinctive new construction properties, where coastal l...
When you thought great couldn't get better ... We've added a few additional custom features! We would love for you to tour this thoughtfully designed home with coastal st...
Welcome to The Heron! Designed with a thoughtful balance of architectural character, comfort, and coastal style, this Gold Fortified new residence offers an exceptional p...
COASTAL VERSATILITY meets exceptional value in this beautifully updated Surfside Shores property! Located just a short walk from the private neighborhood's deeded beach a...
Welcome to the Bayou Plan!! This brand-new, Gold Fortified home blends luxury coastal style, exceptional craftsmanship, and an effortless, low-maintenance lifestyle. Des...
Welcome to your own private 1-acre waterfront retreat! This one-of-a-kind Gulf Shores home sits on just over an acre of some of the most private, peaceful property you'll...
PRIVATE POOL • 4 BEDROOMS • 3 BATHS • BUILT IN 2023 • VACATION RENTAL POTENTIAL • METAL ROOF • THE BEACH CLUB Enjoy coastal living in this beautifully designed 4-bedroom...
Don't miss this rare top-floor penthouse at Grand Beach Resort, offering the best views in the building! Ideally positioned on the 5th floor, this beautifully decorated 2...
Beautiful GOLD FORTIFIED brick home located in a quiet Gulf Shores neighborhood with fewer than 40 homes. This 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers 1,972 square feet and is conv...
Welcome to Plantation Palms 6501, a beautifully decorated 3-bedroom, 2-bath east corner unit offering gorgeous beach and Gulf views from the 5th floor. The corner locatio...
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