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GULF SHORES, AL 36542

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Baldwin County
Seller's Market
April 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

Data as of April 2026. Source: Realtor.com.

The GULF SHORES, AL real estate market (36542) currently shows 1037 active listings, with 173 pending sales. Homes are averaging 72 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 62 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 72 days on market compared to 73 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 1.9% year-over-year, from $536,500 to $546,500.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 17,089  ·  Density: 126.9/mi²  ·  Median household income: $63,305

Typical home value: $323,442  ·  Homeownership: 69.2%

Market Overview

Active Listings
1,037
⇩ 5.6% vs 1,099 last year
Pending
173
17% pending ratio
Median Price
$546,500
⇧ 1.9% vs $536,500 last year
Average Price
$722,875
⇧ 3.7% vs $696,894 last year
Days on Market
72
⇩ 1.4% vs 73 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$452
⇩ 0.4% vs $454/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,344 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 1,037 this year vs 1,099 last year
  • Days on market: 72 now vs 73 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $546,500 (+1.9% YoY)
  • Average: $722,875 (+3.7% YoY)

12-Month Price Trend

Median & Average
  • Median and average listing prices over the past 12 months

12-Month Inventory Trend

Active & Pending
  • Active and pending listing counts over the past 12 months

Historical Trend Charts

Median Price
Average Price
Days on Market
Total Listings
Pending Listings
Active Listings
New Listings
Price Per Sqft
Price Reduced %

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 31.9 miles — 3,875 listings ($2,407,971,756 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
36542Gulf Shores, AL 365420.0 mi912$652,822,368$545,700$715,814
36535Foley, AL 365357.6 mi449$171,122,880$335,575$381,120
36561Orange Beach, AL 3656110.0 mi772$754,660,108$749,999$977,539
36530Elberta, AL 3653014.4 mi70$53,401,600$449,450$762,880
36576Silverhill, AL 3657617.3 mi48$17,595,456$313,725$366,572
32507Pensacola, FL 3250722.0 mi458$289,544,394$472,000$632,193
32506Pensacola, FL 3250623.3 mi202$60,675,548$280,931$300,374
36526Daphne, AL 3652624.3 mi324$150,116,976$398,925$463,324
36567Robertsdale, AL 3656725.7 mi80$30,896,080$295,000$386,201
32526Pensacola, FL 3252627.0 mi252$90,158,292$318,475$357,771
36582Theodore, AL 3658230.9 mi102$33,578,196$231,247$329,198
32505Pensacola, FL 3250531.0 mi116$25,239,628$182,500$217,583
32502Pensacola, FL 3250231.9 mi90$78,160,230$623,250$868,447

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in GULF SHORES, AL 36542?

As of April 2026, there are 1037 active listings in GULF SHORES, AL (zip code 36542), compared to 1099 the prior year.

What is the median home price in GULF SHORES, AL 36542?

The median listing price in GULF SHORES, AL 36542 is $546,500 as of April 2026, a 1.9% increase from $536,500 the prior year.

How long do homes stay on the market in GULF SHORES, AL?

Homes in GULF SHORES, AL 36542 spend an average of 72 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 73 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in GULF SHORES, AL 36542?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of April 2026, GULF SHORES, AL 36542 is currently a Seller's Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 62 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are selling faster, averaging 72 days on market compared to 73 days last year.

How much can I save on real estate commission in GULF SHORES, AL?

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in GULF SHORES, AL 36542 save an estimated $10,930 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $546,500. Our fee structure: 1% listing + 2% selling broker — no additional buyer or seller fees. Call (240) SELL-123 or email info@SELL123.com for a free consultation.