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.
Welcome to Island Tower 2202! Enjoy the spectacular views from the 22nd floor from one of the two Gulf facing bedrooms! Luxury condo within walking distance of the Hango...
Gulf-Front Private Estate with Elevator on West Beach Boulevard Experience the pinnacle of coastal luxury in this custom-built, Gulf-front estate situated directly on 10...
DEEDED BEACH ACCESS, Gold Fortified, Fully Furnished, Covered parking, Great rental income. This beautifully designed coastal cottage, built in 2023, offers the perfect ...
Enjoy the Gulf Shores lifestyle without the beachfront price tag! This furnished, ground-level 2-bedroom, 2-bath condo at Colony Club puts you less than 5 miles from the ...
Welcome to Waterways, where coastal living is elevated. Located on a corner lot within this private, gated Gulf Shores community, this newly built Gold Fortified home bri...
Welcome to Waterways!! A boater’s paradise awaits you in one of Gulf Shores’ newest gated communities along the Intracoastal Waterway. This brand-new, Gold Fortified hom...
Welcome to this charming property located in the beautiful Aventura subdivision in Gulf Shores, Alabama. Offering 1,856 square feet of comfortable living space, four spac...
Welcome to this move-in ready 4-bedroom, 2-bath home with 1,747 sq. ft. in the desirable Raley Farms community of Gulf Shores. Built just two years ago, this beautifully ...
San Carlos #503 Direct Gulf Front | Sold Furnished | Rental-Ready Some addresses you visit. This one you keep. Fifth floor at San Carlos, and the Gulf sits directly in ...
This is the perfect one bedroom located at the luxurious Beach Club Resort and Spa. This Catalina condo is on second floor, eliminate long waits at the elevators. Owner c...
FANTASTIC WATER VIEWS!! Welcome to this spacious 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath coastal home offering over 4,000 square feet of living space, sitting just across the street from the...
Escape to this beautiful 1/1 condo located on the top floor, overlooking the Fort Morgan Trail! This home features 9 foot ceilings, an open living/dining/kitchen area boa...
Welcome to your gulf front coastal sanctuary in Unit 802! Nestled in Gulf Shores, this stunning condominium at Tropical Winds displays breathtaking views of the Gulf. Tro...
Don't miss this excellent opportunity to invest in this beautifully decorated Condo, showcasing stunning, unobstructed Gulf & pier views! Located at the wonderful Grand B...
Don't miss this excellent opportunity to invest in this beautifully decorated Condo, showcasing stunning, unobstructed Gulf & pier views! Located at the wonderful Grand B...
Experience coastal living at its finest in this stunning three-bedroom, three-bath condominium located in Gulf Shores, AL. With its modern design and ample space, this un...
ONLY $525,000! DIRECT GULF FRONT. FOURTH FLOOR. SLEEPS 8. Ocean House II Unit 2404 is a turnkey 2-bedroom, 2-bath condo with direct Gulf and pool views from a large pri...
Welcome to your new home and the lifestyle you have been dreaming of in Gulf Shores, Alabama. This immaculately maintained brick home sits on a huge corner lot in a quiet...
Welcome to 6995 Lakeshore Drive, where the laid-back Fort Morgan lifestyle meets the white-sand beaches of the Alabama Gulf Coast. Located in the sought-after Surfside Sh...
Welcome to this beautifully maintained 4-bedroom, 2-bath Gold Fortified home in Raley Farms community of Gulf Shores! This move-in-ready home features granite countertops...
Welcome to 3973 Mercury Circle — a beautifully maintained cottage‑style home in Gulf Shores offering modern comfort, thoughtful design, and a welcoming coastal lifestyle....
Experience breathtaking views in this charming residential condo located in Gulf Shores, Alabama. This inviting unit offers a spacious layout with two well-appointed bedr...
OVER $60,000 IN RENTAL INCOME LAST YEAR PLUS $24,000 IN RECENT UPGRADES INCLUDING NEW FLOORING, FRESH PAINT, AND MORE—THIS TURNKEY INVESTMENT IS READY TO PRODUCE FROM DAY...
Better than new and less than 10 minutes from the beach! Built in spring 2026, this 3-bedroom, 2-bath home is move-in ready with thoughtful upgrades including a screened-...
Get ready to embrace coastal living at its finest! This stunning 2-bedroom, 2-bath direct gulf front western sunset corner is a sanctuary, perfectly positioned in the vib...
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