36542 — Gulf Shores, AL Home Values
Typical home value $462,053 as of June 2026 · 3rd of 19 in Daphne-Fairhope-Foley, AL
Blue: typical home value (Zillow ZHVI) in ZIP code 36542, June 2021 to June 2026. This page shows observed data only; no forecast.
How 36542 compares in the Daphne-Fairhope-Foley, AL area
ZIP code 36542 (Gulf Shores, AL) has a typical home value of $462,053 as of June 2026, ranking 3rd of 19 ZIP codes tracked in the Daphne-Fairhope-Foley, AL area, more expensive than about 89% of ZIP codes in the metro. Prices here have moved -1.5% over the trailing 12 months. Over the past five years, the typical value in this ZIP code has changed +16.3%, from $397,156 in June 2021 to $462,053 in June 2026. Against observed rent, the typical home here sells for 21× the annual rent ($1,838/mo), a common way to gauge whether buying looks cheap relative to renting in this ZIP code.
Every figure above is observed Zillow data. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level; see the Daphne-Fairhope-Foley, AL forecast for a modeled outlook, or browse the full ranked list of ZIP codes in Daphne.
Population and demographics
ZIP code 36542 has a population of 17,335, per the Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate. By race and ethnicity: 89.1% White, 4.4% Hispanic or Latino, 2.7% two or more races, 2.1% Black or African American, 1.1% Asian, 0.5% American Indian or Alaska Native, and 0.2% another race.
Nearby public schools
| School | Address | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Swift Elementary School | 6330 Bon Secour Hwy, Bon Secour, AL | 3.5 mi |
| Gulf Shores Elementary School | 1600 E 3rd St, Gulf Shores, AL | 4.2 mi |
| Gulf Shores Middle School | 450 E 15th Ave, Gulf Shores, AL | 4.3 mi |
Distance is straight-line from the ZIP code's center; driving distance will be longer. School attendance is set by district boundaries, not proximity. Confirm which school a specific address is zoned for with the local school district. Source: National Center for Education Statistics.
Frequently asked questions
What is the typical home value in ZIP code 36542?
$462,053 as of June 2026, the latest month Zillow has published observed data for.
Is 36542 an expensive ZIP code in the Daphne-Fairhope-Foley, AL area?
36542 ranks 3rd of 19 ZIP codes in the Daphne-Fairhope-Foley, AL area by typical home value, more expensive than about 89% of ZIP codes in the metro.
How much have home values in 36542 changed over the past year?
-1.5% over the trailing 12 months, from observed Zillow data.
Is it cheaper to buy or rent in ZIP code 36542?
The typical home price is 21× the observed annual rent in this ZIP code ($1,838/mo). Lower multiples favor buying over renting, all else equal.
What is the population of ZIP code 36542?
17,335, per the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate.
What are the closest public schools to ZIP code 36542?
Swift Elementary School (3.5 mi), Gulf Shores Elementary School (4.2 mi), Gulf Shores Middle School (4.3 mi), by straight-line distance from the ZIP code's center. School attendance is set by district boundaries, not proximity. Confirm assignment with the local school district.
Is this page showing a forecast for 36542?
No. Every number on this page is observed Zillow data as of June 2026, not a forecast. Sialim's forecasting engine runs at the metro level; see the Daphne-Fairhope-Foley, AL forecast for a modeled outlook.
ZIP-level values shown here are observed Zillow data, not forecasts. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level today; ZIP-level forecasts are planned for Sialim Pro. Data © Zillow, via Zillow Research.