Gulf Shores Alabama Condo Guide
Alabama Gulf Coast Resource Guide
Gulf Shores, Alabama
Complete Condo Directory
Planning a vacation, investment, or move to Gulf Shores? Explore every major condo complex — year built, square footage, number of units, and floor plan configurations, all in one place.
Your Complete Guide to Gulf Shores, Alabama Condo Buildings
Gulf Shores, Alabama is one of the fastest-growing beach destinations on the entire Gulf Coast, attracting hundreds of thousands of visitors annually and an increasing number of families and retirees looking to make the Alabama Gulf Coast their permanent home. Whether you’re scoping out a vacation rental investment, comparing condo buildings for a second home, or seriously considering relocating to Gulf Shores, this directory gives you the building-level data you need in one convenient place.
At Able Airport Shuttle, we transport travelers and relocating families between Pensacola International Airport (PNS) and Gulf Shores, Orange Beach, Perdido Key, and surrounding Gulf Coast communities every day. We’ve assembled this resource to help our customers understand the Gulf Shores condo landscape — from iconic gulf-front high-rises like The Lighthouse and Phoenix Gulf Shores, to lagoon-side communities like Crystal Shores West and Compass Point, to the secluded Fort Morgan corridor properties like Gulf Shores Plantation and Plantation Palms.
The Gulf Shores market spans three distinct areas: Central/Downtown (near Hwy 59 and The Hangout), West Beach (quieter, slightly west), and Fort Morgan (secluded, 15+ miles west). Each area has its own character, price point, and rental dynamics.
| Condo Name | Year Built | Sq Footage Range | # Units | Floor Plans / Configurations | Area / Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bayjohn (Bay John) | N/A | N/A | N/A | Cottage-style units w/ boat slips | Near Plash Island / Oyster Bay — secluded bayfront |
| Beach Club (The) | ~2001 | N/A | ~300+ | 1BR · 2BR · 3BR (4 towers) | Fort Morgan Rd — gulf-front full resort, restaurants, spa |
| Beach Front | N/A | N/A | N/A | 2BR · 3BR | West Beach — some direct gulf-front units |
| Beach Life | 2016 | ~1,560 sq ft | 8 (4 duplexes) | 3BR/3BA | Central GS — 1 block from public beach |
| Beachcomber | N/A | N/A | N/A | 1BR · 2BR | West Beach — north side of Beach Blvd |
| Beachview | N/A | N/A | N/A | 2BR · 3BR | Central GS — across from Pink Pony / The Hangout |
| Bel Sole | ~2007 | N/A | N/A | 2BR · 3BR | West Beach — Little Lagoon access and Gulf views |
| Boardwalk | 1985 | N/A | 90 | 2BR · 3BR | Central GS — 10 stories, all gulf-front, near Sea-N-Suds |
| Bridgeway | N/A | N/A | N/A | 1BR · 2BR | ~10 min north of beach — community pool |
| Buena Vista | 1985 | N/A | 34 | 2BR · 3BR | West Beach — low density, some partial Gulf views |
| Caribbean | 2000 | 771–1,058 sq ft | 32 | 1BR · 2BR | West Beach — 9 stories, near The Hangout |
| Casa Del Sol | N/A | N/A | N/A | 2BR · 3BR | West Beach — low density, near downtown GS |
| Castaways | 1984 | 1,200–1,700 sq ft | 36 | 2BR · 3BR | Central GS — all direct gulf-front units |
| Clearwater | 1998 | 650–950 sq ft | 32 | 1BR · 2BR | Central GS — 8 stories, strong rental income property |
| Colonnades (The) | 2006 | 1,700–2,140 sq ft | 53 | 3BR · 4BR | West Beach — luxury gulf-front, indoor pool w/ retractable roof |
| Colony Club | N/A | N/A | N/A | 1BR · 2BR · 3BR | Inland — near Craft Farms Golf, ~5 mi from beach |
| Compass Point | N/A | N/A | N/A | 1BR · 2BR · 3BR | West Beach — Little Lagoon access, boat slips |
| Cottages at Bay John | N/A | N/A | N/A | Cottage-style units | Secluded bayfront — assigned boat slips |
| Cotton Creek Estates | N/A | N/A | N/A | 2BR · 3BR (townhome) | Near Emerald Greens Golf Course |
| Country Club Village | N/A | N/A | 24 | 2BR · 3BR | Inland — low density, near public schools & park |
| Cove (The) | N/A | N/A | 60 | 2BR · 3BR | West Beach — across from Gulf near Little Lagoon |
| Creekside Villas | ~2014 | N/A | N/A | 2BR · 3BR · 4BR (townhome w/ garage) | Inland — remodeled townhomes, gated pool |
| Crystal Shores | 2004 | ~1,000 sq ft | 88 | 2BR/2BA (all units) | West Beach — 13 stories, all direct gulf-front |
| Crystal Shores West | 2006 | 1,080–1,529 sq ft | 108 | 2BR · 3BR | West Beach — gulf-front, swim-thru pool, boardwalk to beach |
| Crystal Tower | 2006 | N/A | 170 | 2BR · 3BR | West Beach — 20 stories, pedestrian bridge to beach |
| Cypress Point at Craft Farms | N/A | N/A | N/A | 2BR · 3BR | Inland — 36-hole golf at back door |
| Driftwood Towers | N/A | N/A | N/A | 2BR · 3BR | Gulf Shores beachfront |
| Emerald Greens | N/A | N/A | N/A | 1BR · 2BR · 3BR | Inland golf course community — 9-hole exec course on site |
| Emerald Seas | N/A | N/A | N/A | 2BR · 3BR | Gulf Shores — condoinvestment.com listing |
| Fort Morgan Townhomes | N/A | N/A | 25 | Townhome-style units | Fort Morgan — secluded beachfront community |
| Gentle Waves / Gentle Winds | N/A | N/A | N/A | 2BR · 3BR | Gulf Shores — condoinvestment.com listing |
| Grand Beach Resort | N/A | 650–1,080 sq ft | N/A | 1BR · 2BR · 3BR | Central GS — unobstructed gulf views |
| Gulf House | 1981 | N/A | 36 | 2BR · 3BR | Central GS — 6 floors, near Gulf State Park |
| Gulf Shores Plantation | 1983 | N/A | ~400+ | 1BR · 2BR · 3BR (East & West towers) | Fort Morgan — large resort complex, beach access |
| Gulf Shores Surf & Racquet | N/A | N/A | N/A | 2BR · 3BR | West Beach — Gulf front + Little Lagoon, boat dock |
| Gulf Tower | ~1980s | N/A | 49 | 2BR · 3BR | Central GS — 14 stories, one of older beachfronts |
| Gulf View | N/A | N/A | N/A | 1BR · 2BR | West Beach — across street from beach, affordable |
| Gulfside Townhomes | N/A | N/A | 40 | 2BR · 3BR (2-floor townhome) | West Beach — 2 floors, beachside |
| Harbor House | N/A | N/A | 31 | 2BR · 3BR | West Beach — 4 stories, boutique beachside complex |
| Heron Landing | N/A | N/A | N/A | 3BR · 4BR | Gulf Shores — condoinvestment.com listing |
| Island Royale | 2004 | 1,000–1,300 sq ft | 84 | 2BR · 3BR | West Beach — 17 stories, ~1 mi from The Hangout |
| Island Shores | 1981 | 740–977 sq ft | 59 | 2BR/2BA · 3BR/3BA | Central GS — 6 stories, one of earliest gulf-front developments |
| Island Tower | 2000 | ~1,600 sq ft | 65 | 3BR (all units) | West Beach — luxury, floor-to-ceiling windows, indoor pool |
| Island Winds East / West | ~1980s | N/A | N/A | 1BR · 2BR | Central GS — older development near The Hangout |
| Lani Kai | 1979 | 700–850 sq ft | N/A | 2BR/2BA (all units) | West Beach — one of oldest developments in Gulf Shores |
| Las Palmas | 1983 | N/A | N/A | 2BR (all units) | West Beach — all two-bedroom floor plans |
| Legacy | 2001 | N/A | 24 | 2BR · 3BR | West Beach — low density, great rental property |
| Lighthouse (The) | 2006 | 900–2,100 sq ft | 251 | 1BR · 2BR · 3BR · 4BR | Central GS — largest condo in Gulf Shores, 600+ ft private beach |
| Phoenix All Suites | N/A | N/A | N/A | 1BR/1.5BA (all units) | Central GS — gulf-front, Hangout views, no interior changes |
| Phoenix All Suites West | N/A | N/A | N/A | 1BR/1.5BA (all units) | West Beach — ~1 mi from Phoenix All Suites |
| Phoenix Gulf Shores | 2017 | 1,717–1,948 sq ft | 80 | 3BR · 4BR | Central GS — zero-entry & indoor pools, rooftop tennis court |
| Plantation Palms | 1998 | 600–900 sq ft | 84 | 1BR · 2BR · 3BR | Fort Morgan — near Kiva Dunes Golf Course |
| Pleasure Island Villas | 1987 | N/A | 38 | 2BR (all units) | West Beach — near Hangout and public beaches |
| Regatta | N/A | 928–1,300 sq ft | 49 | 2BR · 3BR | Central GS — 3 stories, east of Hwy 59 |
| Royal Gulf Beach & Racquet Club | 1984 | N/A | 141 | 2BR (all units) | Fort Morgan — end of Fort Morgan Rd, 15 mi west of Hwy 59 |
| Royal Palms | 1999 | 676–1,000 sq ft | 98–101 | 1BR/2BA · 2BR/2BA | Central GS — 14 stories, closest to Gulf State Park pier |
| San Carlos | 2006–2007 | 1,229–1,568 sq ft | 142 | 2BR · 3BR | Central GS — consistently top rental income, walkable |
| Seawind | 2006 | 1,130–1,725 sq ft | 155 | 2BR · 3BR | Central GS — next to Sea-N-Suds, ½ mi from The Hangout |
| Sundial | 1988 | N/A | 24 | 2BR · 3BR | West Beach — ~1.6 mi west of Hwy 59 |
| Tropic Isles | 2000 | N/A | N/A | 2BR · 3BR | West Beach area |
About Gulf Shores, Alabama
🏖Gulf Shores Condo Areas
- Central / Downtown — Near Hwy 59 & The Hangout. Highest foot traffic, walkable dining & entertainment. Best rental income. Examples: Lighthouse, San Carlos, Royal Palms, Phoenix Gulf Shores.
- West Beach — 1–2 miles west of Hwy 59. Gulf-front and lagoon-side options. Quieter. Examples: Island Tower, Colonnades, Crystal Shores, Crystal Tower, Island Royale.
- Fort Morgan — 12–20 miles west. Secluded, scenic, lower prices. Near Kiva Dunes Golf. Examples: Gulf Shores Plantation, Plantation Palms, Royal Gulf Beach & Racquet Club.
- Inland / Golf Course — Off-beach communities with larger floor plans & lower prices. Examples: Colony Club, Cypress Point, Emerald Greens.
✈Getting to Gulf Shores
The nearest major airport is Pensacola International Airport (PNS) in Florida, roughly 45–65 minutes from most Gulf Shores destinations. Able Airport Shuttle provides direct, on-demand transportation from PNS to Gulf Shores, Orange Beach, Perdido Key, and surrounding communities — no rental car needed. Ideal for relocating families, seasonal condo owners, and vacationers. Book at ableairportshuttle.com.
💡Why People Are Moving to Gulf Shores
Gulf Shores offers the rare combination of a true beach lifestyle with affordable Gulf Coast real estate prices compared to Florida markets. Baldwin County — where Gulf Shores is located — is one of the fastest-growing counties in Alabama, fueled by retirees, remote workers, and families seeking year-round warm weather, white sand beaches, top-rated schools, and no state income tax on Social Security. With Pensacola just an hour away and Mobile under 90 minutes, Gulf Shores has strong regional connectivity.
📋How to Use This Table
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- Blue year tags indicate the known build year; grey “N/A” tags mean the year was not found in available sources.
- Data sourced from condoinvestment.com, livegulfshoreslocal.com, chuckbarnes.com, and developer sites. Verify all data independently before making real estate decisions.
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