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Apartments for Rent in Gulf Shores, AL

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    Gourmet Kitchen at Allier Gulf Shores, Alabama Bedroom With Ceiling Fan at Allier Gulf Shores, Gulf Shores
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    4962 Thorp Way, Gulf Shores, AL 36542
    Available
    1 BED $1,595+
    2 BEDS $1,795+
    3 BEDS $2,390+
    Gourmet Kitchen at Allier Gulf Shores, Alabama Bedroom With Ceiling Fan at Allier Gulf Shores, Gulf Shores Exterior Walking Path at Allier Gulf Shores, Gulf Shores, AL an aerial view of a street with rows of houses on each side at Allier Gulf Shores, Gulf Shores, AL 36542
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    Welcome to our Homes for Rent Gulf Shores, AL If you're looking for a private home to call your own without all the headaches of homeownership, you've found it with Allier Gulf Shores. Located in Gulf Shores, AL, just a short drive to the Gulf-Coast beaches, our private, build-to-rent community was inspired by the serene French village of Allier. We've modeled our neighborhood with a variety one-, two- and three-bedroom homes to rent, all equipped with smart home technology, situated on beautiful, landscaped grounds. This is Allier Gulf Shores... It's Home, Only Better.

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  • a patio with a table and chairs and a kitchen a large swimming pool with a bunch of chairs
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    1910 E 1St Street, Gulf Shores, AL 36542
    2 Units available
    1 BED Ask for Pricing
    2 BEDS $1,525+
    a patio with a table and chairs and a kitchen a large swimming pool with a bunch of chairs a gym with a mirror and some chairs a fenced in yard in front of an apartment building
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    • Air Conditioner
    • Washer/Dryer
    • Dishwasher
    • Pool
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    A Kitchen With White Walls at Villas at Bon Secour Apartments, Gulf Shores A Living Room With a Couch at Villas at Bon Secour Apartments, Alabama
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    19000 Oak Road, Gulf Shores, AL 36542
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    1 BED $1,089
    2 BEDS $1,195
    A Kitchen With White Walls at Villas at Bon Secour Apartments, Gulf Shores A Living Room With a Couch at Villas at Bon Secour Apartments, Alabama A Blue Umbrella is Over a Table at Villas at Bon Secour Apartments, Gulf Shores, AL, 36542 A Playground With a Swing at Villas at Bon Secour Apartments, Gulf Shores, 36542
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    5/5 Anonymous on Oct 29, 2025

    Has improved much this past few weeks!! Improvements are being made and it’s a quite wonderful area to live!

    5/5 Anonymous on Oct 24, 2025

    So far living at the villas has been great. Very quiet complex never hear any noises or anything, makes me sometimes fear I’m too loud ??

  • A large swimming pool with sun loungers and a building in the background.
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    6061 Colonial Parkway, Gulf Shores, AL 36542
    1 BED $1,123+
    2 BEDS $1,538+
    3 BEDS $1,603+
  • A spacious kitchen with a bar counter and a window with blinds.
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    387 Haise Lane, Gulf Shores, AL 36542
    3 BEDS $2,100
  • a house with a driveway and a palm tree
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    3925 Stafford Boulevard, Gulf Shores, AL 36542
    4 BEDS $3,200
  • 1510 Regency Rd 1-3 Beds Apartment for Rent
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    1510 Regency Rd, Gulf Shores, AL 36542
    1 BED $1,400
    2 BEDS $1,590
    3 BEDS $2,000
  • A living room with a grey couch, a grey and white rug, a grey and black chair, a table with a vase of red flowers, a painting on the wall, and a staircase leading to the upper floor.
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    609 Saint Andrews Drive, Gulf Shores, AL 36542
    3 BEDS $5,500
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  • A modern living room with a glass coffee table and a TV mounted on the wall.
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    1322 Allier Circle, Foley, AL 36535
    1 BED $1,423+
    2 BEDS $1,531+
    3 BEDS $2,013+
  • a living room with a couch and a table
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    17830 Baldwin Farms Place, Robertsdale, AL 36567
    1 BED $1,250
    2 BEDS $1,425
    3 BEDS $1,550
  • A living room with a wooden table and white chairs.
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    23838 Cypress Manor, Orange Beach, AL 36561
    2 BEDS $2,083+
    3 BEDS $2,398+
    4 BEDS Ask for Pricing
  • the front of a white house with a driveway and lawn
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    9416 Sitka Drive, Foley, AL 36535
    4 BEDS $2,400
  • a living room with a couch and a table
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    21450 County Road 12 South, Foley, AL 36535
    STUDIO $1,139
    1 BED $1,297
    2 BEDS $1,466+
  • A modern living room with a glass table and a white couch.
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    3293 Straz Circle, Foley, AL 36535
    1 BED $1,329+
    2 BEDS $1,755+
    3 BEDS $1,950+
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  • A kitchen with a refrigerator and a countertop.
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    19474 Gray Horse Drive, Foley, AL 36535
    4 BEDS $2,349
  • A white house with a black truck in the garage.
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    24802 Gulf Stream Cir, Orange Beach, AL 36561
    3 BEDS $2,150+
  • A spacious kitchen with white cabinets and a wooden floor.
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    1085 Hayward Loop, Foley, AL 36535
    5 BEDS $2,700
  • 3151 Boulevard De Sevilla 1-3 Beds Apartment for Rent
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    3151 Boulevard De Sevilla, Foley, AL 36535
    1 BED $1,299+
    2 BEDS $1,335+
    3 BEDS $1,486+
  • A living room with a white couch and a round wooden table.
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    23298 Lieutenant Avenue, Foley, AL 36535
    4 BEDS $2,200
  • A kitchen with a white refrigerator and white cabinets.
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    9474 Villas Drive, Foley, AL 36535
    2 BEDS $1,500
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  • A modern living room with a grey sofa, a round table with a plant on it, and a white cabinet with a lamp on top.
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    458 E Riviera Blvd, Foley, AL 36535
    1 BED Ask for Pricing
    2 BEDS $1,529
    3 BEDS $1,729
  • a living room with couches and chairs and a table
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    904 Shagbark Rd, Foley, AL 36535
    3 BEDS $1,800+
    4 BEDS $2,418
    5 BEDS $2,620
  • a living room with a blue couch and a dining room table
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    1802 Cashew Circle, Foley, AL 36535
    2 BEDS $1,799
    3 BEDS $1,950
    4 BEDS $2,099
  • A living room with a grey couch and a wooden coffee table.
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    601 S Cedar St, Foley, AL 36535
    3 BEDS $1,550
  • A kitchen with brown cabinets and a granite countertop.
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    1805 Lighthorse Loop, Foley, AL 36535
    3 BEDS $2,900
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Gulf Shores, AL rent trends

Rental prices in Gulf Shores, AL have increased by 4.41% over the past year. The average rent moved from $1,420 to $1,483.

Check out the average rent prices in Gulf Shores by neighborhood.

Compared to the national average rent of $1,750, the average rent in Gulf Shores, AL is $1,483.

Average rent in Gulf Shores, AL

$1,483/mo Gulf Shores, AL average rental price, September 2025
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The average monthly rent of apartments in Gulf Shores, AL is $1,483.

    What's the typical rent budget in Gulf Shores, AL?

    About 35% of apartment rents in Gulf Shores, AL range between $1,501-$2,000. Meanwhile, apartments around $2,001-$2,500 represent 8% of apartments. Around 47% of Gulf Shores’s apartments are in the $1,001-$1,500 price range. 10% of apartments are priced ≤ $1000.

    The largest share of rentals in Gulf Shores, AL (47%) fall between $1,001-$1,500 per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

    Getting around in Gulf Shores, AL

    3 /100
    Car-Dependent
    26 /100
    Somewhat Bikeable
    Walk Score®: 3, Bike Score®: 26

    Frequently asked questions

    When were prices and availability in Gulf Shores, AL last updated?

    Prices and availability in Gulf Shores, AL were last updated on 18 Nov 2025.

    What are the best apartments in Gulf Shores, AL?

    The best apartments in Gulf Shores, AL are: Allier Gulf Shores, Marbella, Villas at Bon Secour, MAA Traditions and 387 Haise Lane.

    What is the average rent in Gulf Shores, AL?

    The average rent in Gulf Shores, AL is $1,389.

    What is the price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Gulf Shores, AL?

    The price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Gulf Shores, AL is between $1,089 and $2,408.

    What is the price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Gulf Shores, AL?

    The price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Gulf Shores, AL is between $1,195 and $3,663.

    What is the price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Gulf Shores, AL?

    The price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Gulf Shores, AL is between $1,608 and $5,500.

    What type of rental buildings are in Gulf Shores, AL?

    In Gulf Shores 33% of the housing is rented out compared to 67% of homes are owned, according to the most recent Census Bureau estimates. 14% of Gulf Shores’s apartments are found in large buildings of 50 units or more, 70% are located in smaller apartment complexes with less than 50 units, and 16% are single-family rentals.

    What do typical apartment communities look like in Gulf Shores, AL?

    The average age of rental buildings in Gulf Shores is 17 years old, with 83% being newer apartment buildings completed since 2000. The average height of apartment buildings in the city is 3 stories, of which all are garden-style apartment communities, none are mid-sized buildings, and none are high-rises. These characteristics describe large-scale apartment communities of 50 apartments or more.

    What apartment floorplans are common in Gulf Shores, AL?

    Rental apartments in Gulf Shores come in a range of sizes and floorplans. Studio apartments represent 0% of units for rent, ideal for singles, renters on a budget and people who value central locations more than space. Rentals with 1-bedroom floorplans make up 28% of the total apartments in the city, while 2-bedroom floorplans represent around 50% of all rentals in Gulf Shores. The rest are larger floorplans with 3 bedrooms or more, typically preferred by families, larger households or roommates sharing space.

    Living in Gulf Shores, AL

    Located on the pristine Gulf Coast, Gulf Shores is one of the fastest-growing cities in Alabama that attracts renters with its excellent quality of life, expanding economy, high-ranking schools and plenty of outdoor activities. This city is also conveniently located near several major cities along the Gulf Coast, as well as parks, conservation areas and other recreational sites. Gulf Shores has a subtropical climate characterized by hot, humid summers and mild winters, with some tropical storms during hurricane season. Average yearly temperatures range from the mid-60s in winter to the upper 80s in summer. There are also extended periods of pleasant weather with plentiful sunshine year-round, making it a sought-after vacation destination where renters can enjoy the ocean and award-winning beaches in any season.

    Renting in Gulf Shores, AL

    Most rental properties in Gulf Shores are apartments with one or two bedrooms, but renters can also find coastal homes near the ocean. For renters looking to be close to everyday necessities, apartments in the central region have affordable rents compared to beachfront properties, while northern parts of Gulf Shores are more family-friendly. Rentals in these parts are on tree-lined streets with multiple bedrooms, outdoor areas and luxury amenities. Tourists mainly occupy coastal properties in Gulf Shores, but renters can also find affordable rental options near the local beaches. Notably, the typical rental in Gulf Shores includes the main systems and installations that the landlord has to maintain, but renters are usually responsible for paying utilities. Additionally, if landlords ask for more than one month's rent as a security deposit during rentals longer than six months, they have to pay annual interest.

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    Shopping in Gulf Shores, AL

    Gulf Shores has a wide selection of stores selling everything renters may need. Specifically, Gulf Shores Parkway (State Route 59) is the main shopping street where renters can find local shops selling clothing, jewelry, antiques, souvenirs, sports equipment and household items. Or, Gulf Shores Shopping center is another popular shopping hub with big-box department stores, grocery chains and local businesses. Otherwise, renters looking to shop from luxury brands, designer stores, and outlets are a short drive from big malls like Flora-Bama, The Wharf and Tanger Outlets Foley. Meanwhile, Publix Super Markets, Rouses Market, Walmart, Target, Walgreens, and Dollar General are the most popular home goods and grocery chains in Gulf Shores. Of course, local delis, ethnic stores, and farmers' markets provide access to fresh food and crafts.

    Transportation in Gulf Shores, AL

    Gulf Shores has several transportation options, including road, water and air. The several state routes passing through the city provide an easy commute throughout the area for renters who opt to drive, while BRATS public buses stop in the city and connect renters to the whole county. To that end, the city also runs a shuttle service along the shoreline, providing access to the coastal attractions in the area. A ferry service is also an option for renters looking to access Gulf Shores through the water. Or, for renters preferring their own mobility, Gulf Shores has extensive bike and walking trails connecting its neighborhoods and attractions. Taxis are also an alternative, and getting an Uber or Lyft ride is just a few taps away on an app. Finally, Gulf Shores International Airport and Pensacola International Airport offer flights to domestic and international destinations for renters who need to fly in and out of the city.

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