Gulf Shores, AL Housing Market & Real Estate
Housing market overview · Updated weekly ·
Quick answer: The median home sale price in Gulf Shores, AL is $450,000, down 4.8% year-over-year. Homes sell in an average of 121 days with 499 active listings. The market is currently a buyer's market.
$450,000median sale price
Is Gulf Shores a buyer's or seller's market?
Gulf Shores, AL is currently a buyer's market, based on 8.2 months of supply and homes selling in about 121 days. How we determine this →
Homes sold
61
Last 12 weeks
Days on market
121
Average pace
Active listings
499
8.2 months supply
Sale-to-list
96.5%
Below asking
Gulf Shores, AL market data
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median sale price | $450,000 |
| Median list price | $525,000 |
| Year-over-year price change | -4.8% |
| Average days on market | 121 days |
| Active inventory | 499 listings |
| Months of supply | 8.2 months |
| Sale-to-list price ratio | 96.5% |
| Market condition | Buyer's market |
Source: Redfin · Updated weekly
The Gulf Shores housing market is currently classified as a buyer's market with a median sale price of $450,000. Prices have fallen 4.8% compared to last year, with homes spending an average of 121 days on market, indicating 8.2 months of inventory.This inventory level gives buyers significantly more negotiating power, allowing time to inspect properties thoroughly and potentially negotiate better terms.
Market trends
Homes for sale in Gulf Shores
There are currently 499 homes listed for sale in Gulf Shores, Alabama. The median listing price is $525K.
Active listings
499
Homes on market
Median list price
$525K
Avg. days on market
121
Days until sale
New this week
125
Newly listed
Top public schools in Gulf Shores
3 schools tracked · 2,644 students
The largest public schools serving Gulf Shores, AL by enrollment, drawn from the National Center for Education Statistics. School quality is a commonly cited factor in home-buying decisions — these are the campuses families in this area are most likely to encounter.
Gulf Shores Elementary School
Grades PK-5 · 1,162 students
Gulf Shores High School
Grades 9-12 · 882 students
Gulf Shores Middle School
Grades 6-8 · 600 students
Source: National Center for Education Statistics, Common Core of Data directory. Updated annually. Ratings and test scores are not currently displayed.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the average home price in Gulf Shores?
The median home sale price in Gulf Shores is $450,000, down 4.8% from last year.
How long do homes stay on market in Gulf Shores?
Homes typically spend 121 days on market before going under contract.
Is Gulf Shores a buyer's or seller's market?
With 8.2 months of supply, Gulf Shores is currently a buyer's market.
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