We just wrapped up the February 2011 Kaiser Realty Tour of Condos and the turn out has been great. The event featured properties from both Kaiser Realty’s Rental and Sales Departments, providing opportunities for both those looking to book for next year and those looking for a more permanent residence on the Gulf Coast. Each year, Kaiser offers incentives for advanced bookings for those who come to the Tour; and now we are allowing you to take the tour from the comfort of your computer and take advantage of the incentives yourself.

Today, we featured nine properties along the beautiful beaches of Gulf Shores and Orange Beach. For information on the individual properties on the tour, simply click on the links that follow. (properties listed from west to east along Beach Blvd)

GULF SHORES:
Crystal Shores West #302 (2BR/2BA)
Lighthouse #1415 (3BR/3BA)
Colonnades #1701 (4BR/4BA) 
Gulf Shores Surf & Racquet #404A (1BR/1BA)

ORANGE BEACH:
Romar Place #302 (3BR/2BA)
Romar Place #306 (3BR/3BA)
Summer House #406A (3BR/3BA) 
Tidewater #401 (3BR/3BA)
25346 Windward Lakes Ave. (3BR/2BA)

For questions about rentals of these condominiums or one of our other Beach Homes or Condominiums, call (251) 968-6868, e-mail Rentals@KaiserRealty.com or visit www.KaiserRealty.com.

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