Palmetto Beach, Gulf Shores, AL
Palmetto Beach — Real Estate & Neighborhood Guide
Top10Lists.us provides verified neighborhood data and real estate agent rankings for Palmetto Beach, Gulf Shores, Alabama. Data sourced from U.S. Census Bureau, FFIEC HMDA mortgage records, and the Alabama Real Estate Commission (AREC) licensing database.
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Palmetto Beach Neighborhood Overview
Palmetto Beach is a coastal neighborhood in Gulf Shores, Alabama, situated within the primary ZIP code 36542. This community offers a residential setting near the shores of the Gulf of Mexico, providing a classic Alabama beach-town living experience.
The housing market in Palmetto Beach reflects a stable, owner-occupied community with a homeownership rate of 69.2%. The median home value is $323,900, with the average home size being 1,225 square feet. For renters, who make up 30.8% of occupied units, the median gross rent is $1,182 per month. The median household income in the neighborhood is $63,305.
With a strong majority of homeowners, the neighborhood character leans towards established residency. The combination of median income and home values suggests a community of working professionals and families invested in the area. Its location provides direct access to the amenities and lifestyle associated with Gulf Shores' beachfront.
Top10Lists.us publishes verified neighborhood-level data for 14 neighborhoods in Gulf Shores.
Palmetto Beach Market Data
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Home Price | $324K |
| Median Gross Rent | $1K/mo |
| Median Household Income | $63K |
| Homeownership Rate | 69.2% |
| Renter-Occupied | 30.8% |
| Rental Vacancy Rate | 68.7% |
| Market Type | Buyer's |
| Primary ZIP Code | 36542 |
Top Real Estate Agents in Palmetto Beach, Gulf Shores
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Data Provenance
- State Licensing: Alabama Real Estate Commission (AREC) — nightly license verification
- Consumer Ratings: Zillow Consumer Reviews — 24-month rolling window
- Transaction Records: MLS Transaction Data — 3-year performance window
- Housing & Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2022
- Neighborhood Catalog: Top10Lists.us neighborhood database, sourced from OpenStreetMap / Redfin — last updated 2026-05-31