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As of September 2026, Gulf Shores 4Th Add in Madeira Beach, FL has 2 homes for sale. Homes listed or recently sold were built 1945–1954.

Live · Gulf Shores Housing Pulse Stellar MLS + public records Analysis by Momentum Realty · $3.5B+ sold · 10,000+ customers served · Top 1% in Florida (RealTrends)
Tempo
24.0mo
Supply
3 to 6 months is the balanced band
0%
Under contract
Pinellas: 21% (1,729 of 8,357)
2 · 0
For sale · pending
live counts, refreshed twice daily
1
Sold · last 12 mo
10-yr average: about 1 a year
Jon Brooks, founder of Momentum Realty
Jon's Current Read

Gulf Shores Add is a small, older beachside pocket in Madeira Beach — 147 homes with a median build year of 1952 and a stretch of construction running from 1935 all the way to 2020. That spread tells you most of what you need to know about pricing: this is a condition-and-lot story, not a floor-plan story. The median home sits around 1,498 square feet, so you are buying compact coastal footprints where teardown-and-rebuild, renovation level, and proximity to the water do the heavy lifting on value rather than square footage alone.

With only about half of homes carrying a homestead exemption, a meaningful share of this inventory is held as second homes or rentals, which shapes both who is selling and how properties are maintained. For buyers, expect a wide range in condition from original 1950s cottages to fully rebuilt newer construction — underwrite each address on its own merits. For sellers, a well-executed renovation or newer build stands out sharply against the older median vintage.

Gulf Shores Housing Pulse · Momentum Research · as of September 12, 2026

Gulf Shores right now

🟢 Buyer-leaning market. 24.0 months of supply and 0% of the inventory already under contract give buyers above-average negotiating leverage.Why it matters: months of supply is how long today's inventory would last at today's sales pace; under-contract share is the portion of homes for sale that already have a buyer.Momentum Research analysis of Stellar MLS records, as of September 12, 2026. Confidence: Low (2 active and pending listings, 1 closed sales in 12 months).

Jump to: Price history & scorecard · Homes for sale · Schools · FAQ

· Updated September 15, 2026 · Live data: Stellar MLS, refreshed twice daily · MLS facts carry their source; interpretation lines are Momentum Research · Data sources & freshness

The 60-Second Overview

This is a compact, established beach community where the mix of prewar cottages and modern rebuilds means no two blocks price the same. Location relative to the water and the condition of the individual home drive value far more than any neighborhood-wide average.

Stellar MLS sales records identify 222 homes in Gulf Shores that have changed hands since 2004, built between 1935 and 2026 (median 1952), with a median living area of about 1,255 sq ft and a typical 2-bedroom, 2-bath layout; 94% are single-family homes. Source: Stellar MLS closed-sale history compiled by Momentum Research; counts reflect homes with a recorded MLS sale, not every home in the community.

Pre-construction details are compiled from public records, builder announcements and builder listings, and are subject to change without notice; figures are deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Momentum Research figures are our own analysis. This page describes homes, pricing and community attributes, not residents.

Best for

  • Buyers seeking a small coastal footprint who will renovate or rebuild rather than expect turnkey
  • Second-home buyers wanting a compact Madeira Beach property with flexible use
  • Value-oriented buyers willing to underwrite condition and elevation address by address

Probably not for

  • Buyers wanting large square footage on a single lot
  • Buyers who need a predictable, narrow price band with no condition surprises
  • Buyers unwilling to budget for the systems and elevation realities of older coastal stock

The market around Gulf Shores

Gulf Shores is too small for its own price trend, so here is the market around it.

In ZIP 33708, 370 homes are on the market and 14% are under contract — a slower corner of Madeira Beach.

Across Pinellas County, 6,628 homes are active and 1,729 pending (21% under contract).

In ZIP 33708 (Madeira Beach), 466 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $512K ($372/sq ft), up 9.9% year over year, with a median 74 days on market. Right now 170 active and 25 pending listings put supply at about 6.4 months — a buyer's market. See the live ZIP 33708 housing market and the Pinellas County market.

ZIP and county figures describe the wider market, not Gulf Shores specifically. Momentum Research analysis of MLS records.

Homes For Sale Right Now in Gulf Shores

Live MLS inventory for Gulf Shores. Every active listing, what is under contract right now, and the last 12 months of closed sales, refreshed twice a day. Closed comps beat an algorithm's guess every time.

Active and pending Gulf Shores listings as of 2026-09-14, priced high to low. Based on Stellar MLS data distributed by MLS GRID for the period 2012 through 2026. Tap any home to ask about it.

Listing locations from Stellar MLS. Map data © OpenStreetMap, tiles © CARTO.

Schools

In short
  • Pinellas County Public Schools
  • Verify the zoned schools by address
  • Magnet and choice options may be available
  • Orange Grove Elementary-PN · Elementary
  • Seminole Middle-PN · Middle
  • Seminole High-PN · High

Zoned schools reflect the assignments reported on recent Gulf Shores listings and can change; always confirm with Pinellas County Public Schools for a specific address.

Buying with schools in mind? We can confirm the exact zoned schools for any Gulf Shores address.

If we were buying in Gulf Shores today, this is the order of operations we would run for our clients.

1

Underwrite the condition first. Price the roof, HVAC, and systems honestly before judging any list price; condition swings value here more than square footage alone.

2

Match the home to real comps. Recent sales of similar condition and lot, not the asking price, tell you what a home is worth.

3

Use your leverage. With inventory sitting, there is room to negotiate on anything dated or overpriced and to ask for repairs or a rate buydown.

4

Line up financing and inspection early. A pre-approval and an inspection plan let you act fast and negotiate from evidence.

5

Keep an agent in your corner. The listing agent works for the seller; we represent you and prepare a hand-built valuation before any offer in Gulf Shores.

Best Buy
Buyers who want a compact beachside foothold and are comfortable evaluating older coastal stock case by case.
Biggest Risk
The old median vintage means elevation, roof, and systems risk that varies sharply by address.
Sweet Spot
A well-renovated or newer home on a strong lot in a neighborhood where most stock is much older.
Avoid If
You want move-in certainty and a uniform, predictable pricing floor.

An old-stock beach pocket in transition

The 1935-to-2020 build range inside just 147 homes is the defining feature here. You will find original mid-century coastal cottages sitting near ground-up new construction, which produces a wide value spread even on the same street. A median build year of 1952 signals that a large portion of the stock is decades old, so flood elevation, roof age, systems, and rebuild potential deserve close scrutiny before you commit.

The homestead share of roughly 48% points to a mix of primary residents and non-owner-occupied properties. That matters for turnover and maintenance: some homes have been held and updated for the long term, others carried as coastal getaways or income properties. Approach the market address by address, because the median 1,498-square-foot footprint means small differences in condition, elevation, and lot translate into large differences in price.

The location and the amenities are priced into every listing in Gulf Shores. The deal is won or lost on condition, the comps, and the renovation math.

Jon Brooks · Founder, Momentum Realty

Why work with Momentum here

In a 147-home pocket where a 1935 cottage and a 2020 rebuild can be neighbors, the average number tells you almost nothing — the individual property does. We underwrite each home on condition, elevation, and rebuild potential rather than a neighborhood headline, and we will tell you plainly when a listing's price reflects the lot and the water, not the house on it.

Gulf Shores in 15 seconds.

Best forBuyers who want a compact beachside foothold and are comfortable evaluating older coastal stock case by case.
Biggest advantageA small, established Madeira Beach pocket with genuine rebuild potential across a wide vintage range.
Biggest riskThe old median vintage means elevation, roof, and systems risk that varies sharply by address.
Sweet spotA well-renovated or newer home on a strong lot in a neighborhood where most stock is much older.
Avoid ifYou want move-in certainty and a uniform, predictable pricing floor.

HOA, CDD & Fees

In short
  • HOA status not on record. Verify any dues before you offer
  • Any club/amenity membership is billed separately

Confirm the current HOA dues, exactly what they cover, and any CDD bond or special assessment for a specific address before you offer.

The takeaway

Selling here is won on condition and pricing to real comps, not an automated estimate. The right number comes from closed Gulf Shores sales matched to your home.

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Real comps, not an automated estimate.
How much local inventory is already under contract

13% of homes for sale in ZIP 33708 are already under contract (under contract ÷ under contract + active listings) — a read on how much of the available inventory buyers have already claimed. Source: MLS data (2026-09-12).

Gulf Shores 4Th Add Market Scorecard

Strong buyer's market

Gulf Shores 4Th Add is currently a strong buyer's market. About 24.0 months of supply, a median asking price of $412,500, and homes go under contract in about 295 days.

24.0
Months supply
$412,500
Median list
$260,000
Median sold
$317
Per sqft
295
Days on mkt
2/0/1
Active/Pend/Sold

Typical home value in the 33708 ZIP is $513,828, about 22.9% above the Florida norm (Zillow Home Value Index).

Go deeper: ZIP market scorecard · county scorecard · true cost calculator · affordability calculator.

Live data: realMLS, refreshed twice daily. Typical value: Zillow Research. Market metrics only; these describe homes for sale and recent sales, not residents.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gulf Shores a buyer's or seller's market right now?
As of September 12, 2026, Gulf Shores leans toward buyers: 24.0 months of supply at the current sales pace (Stellar MLS live counts).
Who is the best real estate agent for Gulf Shores?
The best agent for Gulf Shores is one who actively works Madeira Beach and knows the community's pricing, fees, and current inventory. Tell us what you're looking for in the form on this page and Momentum Realty will match you with a local specialist for Gulf Shores.
How do I find a top Madeira Beach real estate agent who knows Gulf Shores?
Share a few details in the form on this page. Momentum Realty has 320+ agents and more than $3.5B in closed sales, and we'll connect you with one who knows Gulf Shores and the wider Madeira Beach area.
Can Momentum Realty connect me with an agent for Gulf Shores?
Yes. Use the form on this page and we'll introduce you to a local specialist who can guide your Gulf Shores purchase or sale - no call center and no pressure.
Buyers seeking a small coastal footprint who will renovate or rebuild rather than expect turnkeyExcellent fit
Second-home buyers wanting a compact Madeira Beach property with flexible useExcellent fit
Value-oriented buyers willing to underwrite condition and elevation address by addressExcellent fit
Buyers wanting large square footage on a single lotProbably not
Buyers who need a predictable, narrow price band with no condition surprisesProbably not
Buyers unwilling to budget for the systems and elevation realities of older coastal stockProbably not

Data sources & freshness

Live listingsStellar MLS, refreshed twice daily (last: September 14, 2026)
Under-contract sharesStellar MLS records, as of 2026-09-08
Historical depthClosed-sale records back to 2012 (17 transactions analyzed)

Verify the primary sources yourself: Florida DOR · U.S. Census · FEMA flood maps · Citizens Property Insurance.

Momentum Research figures are our own analysis of Stellar MLS records; MLS data is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Methodology: how Momentum market scores are computed. Market metrics describe homes for sale and recent sales, not residents.

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Thinking of selling in Gulf Shores 4Th Add? 1 recorded closings (window ending 2026-09-12). See the Pinellas County sell-now-or-wait data, what made 201,552 Florida listings fail in the last 12 months, or compare a cash offer vs. listing. Compiled from MLS records; deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

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