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GULF SHORES, AL 36542

Real Estate Market Report
Balanced Market
February 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

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

The GULF SHORES, AL real estate market (36542) currently shows 912 active listings, with 131 pending sales. Homes are averaging 99 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 46 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 99 days on market compared to 97 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 1.9% year-over-year, from $535,500 to $545,700.

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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
912
⇩ 4.8% vs 958 last year
Pending
131
14% pending ratio
Median Price
$545,700
⇧ 1.9% vs $535,500 last year
Average Price
$715,814
⇧ 4.4% vs $685,603 last year
Days on Market
99
⇧ 2.1% vs 97 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$445
⇩ 0.9% vs $449/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,294 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 912 this year vs 958 last year
  • Days on market: 99 now vs 97 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $545,700 (+1.9% YoY)
  • Average: $715,814 (+4.4% 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 — 3,681 listings ($2,252,671,868 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
36542Gulf Shores, AL 365420.0 mi872$618,025,640$539,400$708,745
36535Foley, AL 365357.6 mi430$161,727,300$337,654$376,110
36561Orange Beach, AL 3656110.0 mi734$701,797,218$749,000$956,127
36530Elberta, AL 3653014.4 mi61$46,924,250$454,000$769,250
36576Silverhill, AL 3657617.3 mi42$15,807,078$325,000$376,359
32507Pensacola, FL 3250722.0 mi421$259,106,555$460,000$615,455
32506Pensacola, FL 3250623.3 mi215$62,469,110$278,933$290,554
36526Daphne, AL 3652624.3 mi296$135,986,840$368,700$459,415
36567Robertsdale, AL 3656725.7 mi81$32,099,247$297,206$396,287
32526Pensacola, FL 3252627.0 mi235$83,547,435$320,000$355,521
36582Theodore, AL 3658230.9 mi94$32,313,910$234,075$343,765
32505Pensacola, FL 3250531.0 mi115$24,681,990$180,000$214,626
32502Pensacola, FL 3250231.9 mi85$78,185,295$535,000$919,827

Frequently Asked Questions

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

As of February 2026, there are 912 active listings in GULF SHORES, AL (zip code 36542), compared to 958 the prior year.

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

The median listing price in GULF SHORES, AL 36542 is $545,700 as of February 2026, a 1.9% increase from $535,500 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 99 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 97 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 February 2026, GULF SHORES, AL 36542 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 46 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 99 days on market compared to 97 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 $10,914 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $545,700. 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.