Andysellsthebeach Exp Realty Southern Branch

Andysellsthebeach Exp Realty Southern Branch I am a licensed real estate professional with eXp Realty Southern Branch in Orange Beach/Gulf Shores

Thinking about buying a Gulf-front condo in Orange Beach? 🌴Here’s a real-world example of what your money buys.We’re wal...
09/21/2026

Thinking about buying a Gulf-front condo in Orange Beach? 🌴

Here’s a real-world example of what your money buys.
We’re walking through Phoenix X Unit 1512, a top-floor 2-bedroom, 2-bath condo with approximately 1,064 square feet and direct Gulf views.

At the time of filming, it was listed at $724,000.
What makes this one interesting?
🌊 Top-floor Gulf views
🏖 Direct beach access�
🏊 Indoor and outdoor pools�
👧 Kids' splash area�
🎾 Courts and other amenities�
🍹 Walk next door to Flora-Bama�
💰 Vacation rental potential�
🏠 Furnished and ready to use

The condo dues were approximately $809 per month at the time of filming, so we also talk about the numbers buyers need to consider beyond the purchase price.

If you're considering moving to Orange Beach, buying a second home, or investing in an Alabama Gulf Coast vacation rental, this tour gives you a good look at how Phoenix X stacks up.

Reach out if you’re considering a move to Baldwin County, Alabama 🌴

Would you rather have the top-floor Gulf view or save money and buy several floors lower?

Thinking about moving to Orange Beach or Gulf Shores, Alabama? 🌴The beaches may get your attention, but restaurants, ent...
09/14/2026

Thinking about moving to Orange Beach or Gulf Shores, Alabama? 🌴
The beaches may get your attention, but restaurants, entertainment, boating access, and everyday conveniences help determine whether the lifestyle truly fits.

Orange Beach and Gulf Shores have added new places for food, family fun, live music, boating, and RV camping.
We’re covering 10 of them, including Jimmy Buffett’s Last Mango at The Wharf, Sunliner Diner, Bubba’s Seaside Mini Golf, Beachside Circle Boats, Tap & Still, and the expanded Gulf State Park RV campground.

Some of these spots are already drawing local crowds. Others are so new that we have not tried them ourselves yet. That is where you come in.

If you’re comparing Orange Beach and Gulf Shores before buying a home, purchasing a condo, or relocating to Baldwin County, these local changes can help you picture what daily life might look like beyond the beach.

Reach out if you’re considering a move to Baldwin County, Alabama 🌴

Which of these new places have you tried, and which one should be next on our list?

Could you live in a two-bedroom condo with 1,602 square feet, Old River views, a lazy river, multiple pools, boat access...
09/07/2026

Could you live in a two-bedroom condo with 1,602 square feet, Old River views, a lazy river, multiple pools, boat access, and a restaurant downstairs? 🌴

We’re touring a second-floor corner unit at Caribe Resort in Orange Beach, Alabama.
At the time of filming, it was offered at $715,000 with approximately $800 per month in condo dues.

This is not your average cramped beach condo. The unit has a large open living area, wet bar, oversized primary suite, huge walk-in closet, floor-to-ceiling glass, and a balcony overlooking Old River and Ono Island.

Caribe also offers indoor and outdoor pools, waterslides, a lazy river, hot tubs, fitness centers, saunas, marina access, boat-slip rentals, Cobalt Restaurant, and trolley service to the nearby beach.

If you’re considering buying an Orange Beach condo as a full-time home, second home, or vacation rental, reach out and let’s compare the numbers and options.

Would you rather have a direct Gulf view or the boating access and resort amenities at Caribe?

Thinking about leaving Gulf Shores for Foley? 🌴🏠That sounds backwards to some people until you actually run the numbers....
08/31/2026

Thinking about leaving Gulf Shores for Foley? 🌴🏠

That sounds backwards to some people until you actually run the numbers.

We recently helped buyers sell their Gulf Shores home for $340,000 and move into a brand-new Gold Fortified home in GlenLakes in Foley for $359,000.

And here is where it gets interesting.

They were able to use their equity to:

✅ Buy a brand-new 4-bedroom home�
✅ Pay off their vehicle�
✅ Pay off their RV�
✅ Lower their insurance�
✅ Move closer to work�
✅ Put money toward a fence, patio extension and garage improvements�
✅ Get their total house payment at the time of closing to just under $1,100 per month

The house is approximately 1,815 square feet with 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, an open kitchen and living area, screened patio and access to the GlenLakes golf community.

Builder incentives and interest rates change, so those exact numbers aren't something every buyer can duplicate today. But the bigger lesson absolutely matters.

Sometimes moving 10 or 15 miles can completely change your financial picture.

If you're thinking about moving to Foley, Gulf Shores, Orange Beach or anywhere in Baldwin County Alabama, reach out and we can help you compare the numbers before you make the move. 🌴

Would you rather live closer to the beach, or move a little inland if it meant getting more house and lowering your monthly expenses?

Thinking about moving to Gulf Shores or Orange Beach? 🌴Here’s a real example of why you should compare BOTH before decid...
08/24/2026

Thinking about moving to Gulf Shores or Orange Beach? 🌴

Here’s a real example of why you should compare BOTH before deciding where to buy.

Our clients sold their home in Orange Beach and moved one town over to Colony Parke Estates in Gulf Shores.

For about $615,000, they ended up with:

🏠 Roughly 800 more square feet�
🌴 A Gold Fortified home�
🏊 A beautiful private pool and hot tub�
🛏️ 4 bedrooms plus office/flex space�
💰 Lower insurance costs for their situation�
📍 A Fort Morgan Road location close to beaches and boating
And getting there wasn't exactly boring.

Their Orange Beach appraisal came in low, the buyers ultimately paid $20,000 above the appraised value, and we had three connected real estate closings that all needed to happen on the same day.

No pressure there.

The bigger point is this: if you're looking at Orange Beach vs Gulf Shores real estate, don't get hung up on the city name.

Compare what the SAME MONEY actually buys you.

If you're thinking about moving to Gulf Shores, Orange Beach, Foley or anywhere in Baldwin County, reach out and we'll help you compare the areas based on what actually matters to you.

Would you trade Orange Beach for 800 more square feet and a setup like this in Gulf Shores?

🏡 Thinking about moving to Foley, Alabama but wondering what your budget can actually buy?A lot of people relocating to ...
08/17/2026

🏡 Thinking about moving to Foley, Alabama but wondering what your budget can actually buy?

A lot of people relocating to Baldwin County are shocked by how much home they can still get in Foley compared to many coastal markets.

This week’s home tour takes you inside a move-in ready 4-bedroom, 2-bath home on the south side of Foley listed under $300,000.

✔️ Fortified Roof

✔️ Updated Kitchen

✔️ Granite Countertops

✔️ New Paint & Carpet

✔️ Private Backyard

✔️ Easy Access to Gulf Shores

One of my favorite parts is the location. There’s a local shortcut that lets you get around Foley and toward Gulf Shores without fighting Highway 59 traffic. Locals know exactly what I’m talking about. 😎

If you’re researching Baldwin County and trying to decide whether Foley, Gulf Shores, or Orange Beach fits your lifestyle and budget, this video will give you a real-world example of what’s available today.

🌴 Thinking about making a move to the Alabama Gulf Coast? Reach out anytime.

Question: If you were moving here, would you rather be closer to the beach or get more house for your money?

🏖️ This one checked SO many boxes it almost felt unfair 😳We just wrapped up a final walkthrough for some out-of-state bu...
08/10/2026

🏖️ This one checked SO many boxes it almost felt unfair 😳

We just wrapped up a final walkthrough for some out-of-state buyers in Orange Beach Alabama and this house is an absolute beast of a vacation rental setup.

✔️ 4 Bedrooms / 4 Bathrooms
✔️ Panoramic water views
✔️ Walk to the beach, Doc’s & Ruby Slipper
✔️ Two primary suites
✔️ Bonus upstairs hangout area
✔️ Potential rental income pushing six figures 👀

Honestly… some houses just “work,” and this one flat-out works.

Would YOU rather have:
🌴 Beach views
🏊 Close pool access
🍤 Walkability to restaurants
💰 Rental income potential

…or all four? 😂

If you’re thinking about buying in Orange Beach, Gulf Shores, or anywhere in Baldwin County AL, reach out

Thinking about buying a condo in Gulf Shores, Alabama for vacations, rental income, or both? 🌴This 19th-floor San Carlos...
08/02/2026

Thinking about buying a condo in Gulf Shores, Alabama for vacations, rental income, or both? 🌴

This 19th-floor San Carlos condo has three bedrooms, three full bathrooms, approximately 1,419 square feet, floor-to-ceiling Gulf views, a Gulf-front primary suite, and a large balcony overlooking the beach.

The projected annual gross rental revenue was approximately $85,000 to $95,000. That sounds great, but the view should not be allowed to do your math for you.

Buyers still need to evaluate:

🏖️ Monthly association dues�
💰 Insurance and property taxes�
🔧 Mechanical ages and future repairs�
🛋️ Furniture and rental-ready updates�
📊 Gross income compared with actual net income�
🚶 Walkability and personal-use value

The location puts owners and guests near the Gulf Shores public beach, Sea N Suds, Pink Pony Pub, the Gulf State Park Pier, shopping, restaurants, and beach activities.

Reach out if you’re considering moving to Baldwin County or buying a home or condo along the Alabama Gulf Coast.

Would you prioritize the Gulf view, the walkable location, or the rental potential?

You don’t have to spend a million dollars to own a condo near the water in Gulf Shores 🌴Today we toured Compass Point on...
07/27/2026

You don’t have to spend a million dollars to own a condo near the water in Gulf Shores 🌴

Today we toured Compass Point on West Beach and honestly… this place surprised us. 👀

✔️ Lagoon views
✔️ Boat launch + docks
✔️ Beach access across the road
✔️ Indoor & outdoor pools
✔️ 3 bedroom condos under $500K

That’s getting harder and harder to find along the Alabama Gulf Coast.

Would YOU rather have direct beach frontage or lagoon views with boat access? 🚤🌊

If you’re thinking about moving to Baldwin County AL or buying a beach condo, reach out anytime

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Gulf Shores, AL
36561

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(334) 444-9553

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