Neighborhood · Nokomis, Florida
Gulf Shores
Gulf-close living near the Nokomis coast
1
Homes for sale
$980,000
Median list price
$555
Avg price / sqft
68
Median days on market
Gulf Shores sits in the Nokomis stretch of Sarasota County, a pocket of Gulf-close streets that lands you within reach of Venice's beaches and the barrier-island quiet of Casey Key. It's the kind of low-key, coastal-adjacent spot where a pool matters more than a gate, and where neighbors trade one of the region's better-known communities like Sorrento and Calusa Lakes as points of reference. Families here are zoned to the Venice schools, and the whole area leans relaxed rather than showy.
The market is genuinely thin right now — a single active listing at $980,000, so anyone shopping here should watch the broader Nokomis homes for sale and check the live map for anything new. Over the last 12 months just two homes closed, at a median of $632,500, and sellers averaged about 91% of asking. With so little inventory, timing and flexibility matter more than the usual negotiating playbook.
Gulf Shores is a community in Nokomis, Florida.
Quick facts
$980,000 – $980K price range
1,766 sqft median home
$4/mo median HOA
2 sold in 12 months
On the market now
Homes for sale in Gulf Shores
Every active listing inside the Gulf Shores boundary
Open full map search →Find your fit
Browse Gulf Shores
By feature — on the live map
The numbers that matter
The Gulf Shores market
2
Sold, last 12 months
$632,500
Median sold price
91%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
77 days
Median time to sell
Gulf Shores vs Nokomis
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▲ 31.3% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Gulf Shores boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
For the school run
Schools Gulf Shores is zoned for
Attendance boundaries overlapping this community — always verify zoning with the district.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Gulf Shores home
≈ $6,123/mo
$980,000 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$4/mo
Median HOA
From current listings inside the boundary
Population
244
Median age
60
Median income
$90,855
Median home value
$645,200
Beyond the listings
Living in Gulf Shores
Hobbies & Interests
Top 5% in the U.S.Dog Lovers
Pups are just another member of the family. Dog lovers adore their tail-wagging friends and are looking for new ways to make them happy.
Hobbies & Interests
Top 7% in the U.S.Animal Advocates
Passionate about animal welfare, this population wants to know how best to care for their own pets (with toys and training) and help other animals find their fur-ever home.
Culture
Top 7% in the U.S.Sites to See
This population finds the most beautiful sites just by looking up. Sunrise, sunset or sometime in between, these people love to marvel at man-made and natural wonders.
Lifestyles
Top 25% in the U.S.Wealth Signaling
Interested in the finer things life has to offer, this population wants to display their lifestyle by discussing luxury products. Often references jewelry, cars, and home features.
Hobbies & Interests
Top 25% in the U.S.Wanderlust
Always thinking about their next destination, this population loves exploring new places abroad or right in their own backyard. They hold onto past trips by sharing their favorite memories and pictures year round.
Relationships
Connected Motherhood
Motherhood is a unique journey for every woman. There are highs, lows,and lots to celebrate. These moms seek to share their experiences and engage with a community of moms.
Straight answers
Gulf Shores FAQs
Is Gulf Shores a good place to live?+
It's a quiet, Gulf-close neighborhood in Nokomis with easy access to Venice beaches and nearby Casey Key. Families are drawn to the Venice school zoning, and the vibe is coastal and low-key rather than gated or golf-focused. It suits buyers who want the beach lifestyle without the resort formality.
Is Gulf Shores expensive?+
It runs above the Nokomis average, with the current listing priced at $980,000 and an average of about $555 per square foot. That said, the two homes sold in the last year closed at a median of $632,500, so actual trade prices have landed well below today's single active list price. Pricing here swings with what's available at any given moment.
What do homes cost in Gulf Shores?+
Right now there's one active home listed at $980,000, and the median home size runs around 1,766 square feet. Recent closings tell a fuller story: two sales in the past 12 months at a median of $632,500. Because inventory is so limited, browsing wider Nokomis homes for sale helps set expectations.
How is the market in Gulf Shores?+
It's thin and slow-moving — one active listing, two sales in the last year, and a median 68 days on market. Sellers averaged about 91% of asking, which leaves room for measured negotiation. With this little supply, set alerts on the live map so you don't miss a new listing.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
HOA costs are minimal here, with a median around $4 per month, so you're not carrying a heavy monthly assessment. Property taxes run closer to $8,947 per year at current levels. Always confirm the exact figures on any specific home, since taxes track assessed value and homestead status.
Keep exploring
More Nokomis neighborhoods
Neighborhood boundary by edgeAI; listings matched to the polygon. IDX information is provided exclusively for consumers’ personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Data is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed accurate by Stellar MLS.
Never miss a listing
New Gulf Shores homes, in your inbox
A daily digest of new Nokomis listings — straight from the MLS. Unsubscribe anytime.