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.
Gulf Shores Gem: 2BR/1BA. Why You’ll Love It: Unbeatable location across from the popular East Beach stretch- 2 assigned tandem parking spaces- Peaceful rear-positioned u...
It's "Close Enough", a 4 bedroom 3 ½ bath raised beach cottage now available in Gulf Shores within 1 block of public beach access! This gold fortified fully furnished ho...
125k Gross Rental Income 2025 and 93k gross on the books for 2026 so far! This stunning five-bedroom, 3.5-bath residence, equipped to sleep 14 and built in mid-2023, (Gol...
Panoramic Gulf views and refined coastal updates define this 3-bedroom, 3-bath residence in The Dunes gated community on the Fort Morgan Peninsula. Recently refreshed wit...
Unit 801 is a gorgeous, turnkey cottage just waiting for you and your family to enjoy and/or, you could use it as an investment beautiful pine flooring throughout, an upd...
Experience the perfect blend of coastal comfort and investment potential at Gulf Shores Plantation. This beautifully updated 2-bed, 2-bath condo offers a relaxing Gulf-si...
Located in the most desirable community of Craft Farms, this custom, elegant 4-bedroom, 3-bath home with an office offers the perfect blend of comfort, sophistication, an...
MOVE-IN READY! The Nautica. END UNIT with a TWO CAR GARAGE. A Brand New SINGLE LEVEL Floor Plan in a BRAND NEW COMMUNITY! From your covered front porch, step inside the c...
MOVE-IN READY! The Nautica. A Brand New SINGLE LEVEL Floor Plan in a BRAND NEW COMMUNITY! From your covered front porch, step inside the comfort of your brand new Villa. ...
Move-In READY! The Nautica. END UNIT with a TWO CAR GARAGE. A Brand New SINGLE LEVEL Floor Plan in a BRAND NEW COMMUNITY! From your covered front porch, step inside the c...
Welcome to Island Tower, a luxurious high-rise set gracefully along the pristine sugar-white sands of the Alabama Gulf Coast. You will fall in love with this 3-bedroom, ...
DEL MAR 4 — SLEEPS 15 — $80,000+ RENTAL POTENTIAL — PET FRIENDLY BEACH RETREAT. Welcome to Del Mar 4, your ultimate beach escape in Gulf Shores. This spacious 4-bedroom, ...
DEL MAR 5— SLEEPS 16 — $80,000+ RENTAL POTENTIAL — PET FRIENDLY BEACH RETREAT Welcome to Del Mar 5, your ultimate beach escape in Gulf Shores. This spacious 4-bedroom (Pl...
This coastal masterpiece offers unparalleled beachfront living and significant investment potential: Sea's The Day. Built in June 2017, this meticulously designed home bl...
You’ve never seen views like these! The Beach Club’s Avalon A1702 is a corner 17th-floor residence with the largest 2-bedroom floor plan available. Its unique and spaciou...
Coastal chic design with really nice kitchen and bath updates. Well maintained furnishings, stylish decor and proven rentals. Updated cabinets, granite counters, stainles...
Coastal paradise awaits you at Island Winds W. Cool ocean breezes and white sandy beaches in the heart of Gulf Shores can be yours today. Situated in the heart of the Guf...
The serene sound of swaying palm trees from your Gulf-front balcony invites you in. Come experience The Beach Club’s Catalina C208, a welcoming second-floor Gulf-front re...
One of the best secrets in Gulf Shores, AL. Island Club is a low-density development of 7 units conveniently located on Fort Morgan Hwy. Inside this unit you will find a ...
Brand-new tiny home in the heart of Gulf Shores offering modern coastal living with incredible flexibility! This thoughtfully designed home features an open-concept livin...
Enjoy direct Little Lagoon waterfront living in this custom-built, Gold Fortified 4-bedroom, 4-bath home in Gulf Shores. This beautifully finished home offers an open and...
Spacious and updated 3BR/3BA ground-floor condo at The Racquet Club with beautiful golf course views. This unit features LVP flooring in the main living areas, tile in th...
Beachside Bliss | Fully Renovated Condo with Unobstructed Gulf ViewsWelcome to your dream beach escape! Grand Beach Resort unit 317 is a stunning 3rd-floor condo offering...
Welcome to your slice of paradise on Alabama's Gulf Coast! This beautifully appointed waterfront condo in Fort Morgan offers stunning panoramic views of the Gulf of Mexic...
Welcome to your Gulf Coast oasis! Don't miss this opportunity to acquire a turnkey short-term rental as the current owner transitions into retirement! New HVAC unit insta...
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