Best Locations for AirBNB

[John Seitz]

Hello, my wife and I are getting started in the STR market in Gulf Shores, AL. Can anyone recommend some of the better locations in Gulf Shores? Is there anything to watch out for when investing in STR in Gulf Shores? Thank you.

[Candace Pfab]

Make sure you are concentrating your search on STR friendly tourist zones - which are typically within 2 blocks of the beach. Regulations are very stable here. Something with a view or highly desirable amenities will rent the best. If you are looking at a condo, check history of insurance assessments first. Most complexes have experienced high insurance rates over the last few years which is getting passed onto owners. If you are looking at single family homes, I would concentrate my search on homes built after 2016 when construction standards were enhanced, particularly something with a Gold Fortified certificate which will greatly improve insurance pricing. Again, I would look at what the current seller is paying for insurance before I got too deep on a particular property. We own several STRs in the area & have helped a lot of BP buyers. Happy to help in any way!