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186 Matt's Way, SANTA ROSA BEACH, FL – $599,422 - SOLD!

This coastal craftsman style home in Lakeside at Blue Mountain Beach is typical of what you'll find in this desirable Santa Rosa Beach neighborhood. Perfect for large groups or families, the house offers 2,253 square feet, 4 bedrooms, 3 full baths,1 half bath and separate HVAC on each floor.

Blue Mountain Beach sold home

This home is ideal for those who enjoy the outdoors, paddling and fishing in the nearby Big Redfish Lake, or soaking up the sun on the white sand Gulf of Mexico beach. There's more than enough storage for all your toys, golf cart, including a garage and a carport. With over 517 square feet of covered porches, you can set up the grill plus have several sitting areas.

The open kitchen overlooks the…

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Over 825 single-family luxury homes and townhomes were sold in the Destin area and along the 30A Highway in the last 6 months. We've put together a list of the top selling neighborhoods for these luxury home sales. This is great information for potential buyers, and to give sellers an idea of which areas are the hottest.

The median selling price for luxury homes was $815,000.  These luxury Destin and Gulf coast homes averaged 148 days on the market, and sold for 95% of the asking price. The average size was 3,020 square feet.

Top Selling Destin & 30A Communities for the Past 6 Months

top luxury neighborhoods in Destin and 30A

Search homes in these popular Gulf Coast communities:

  • Watercolor - 67 home sales
  • WaterSound - 64 home sales
  • Naturewalk at Seagrove - 34 home sales

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520 Santa Rosa Blvd Unit 708, FORT WALTON BEACH, FL – $325,000 - NOW SOLD!

island princess sold

Every now and then a Destin condo comes along that makes an ideal investment property. This Gulf front penthouse in Island Princess has Location - Good Price - Excellent Amenities - Great Condition - Proven Rental History - pretty much everything you'd be looking for in an investment condo on the Gulf coast.

Currently rented right through to October, this condo on Okaloosa Island has over $37,000 in proven rentals for 2016, 2017 and 2018. The Gulf of Mexico views from this 7th floor penthouse are truly spectacular and visible from the kitchen, and living room. Beach access is just steps away via the private walkover.

Spacious Rental

This is a one-bedroom unit,…

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Sneak Peak - Island Princess Gulf Front Condo on Okaloosa Island features amazing location and 3 years of rental income.

Island Princess, Okaloosa Island, Florida

This is an amazing opportunity to own a gulf front condo at Island Princess on Okaloosa Island for $325,000. Quick facts:

  • Residence is 887 sq. ft.
  • 1 Bedroom with Bunks
  • Located on the Penthouse Level
  • Covered garage

The owner manages this unit through VRBO and has documented net rentals for the past three years as follows:

  • 2017 - $37,872 (through 11/14)
  • 2016 - $38,178
  • 2015 - $37,020

All taxes and housekeeping fees have been removed from these numbers.

Call 850-259-4133 for an exclusive showing, or email for more information.

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We've highlighted a couple new listings in the Destin area that are worth a second look. Both offer a quality home for sale and excellent value for the money.

Sanctuary at Redfish - $725,000

1653 W. Co. Highway 30A, #3106, Santa Rosa Beach

Sanctuary at Redfish is in itself a desirable property in Santa Rosa Beach. A gated community overlooking a lake, guests are whisked by water taxi to the nearby white sand beach. There are 4 pools, hot tub, gym, garage parking and free paddle boards and kayaks. This particular listing is an established VRBO rental located on the 3rd floor with both Gulf of Mexico and lake views. At 1,958 sq.ft., this is the largest 3-bedroom plan available.

Sanctuary at Redfish

Prominence Townhome - $372,980

51 E. Dune Comet Lane, #C,…

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Recently Sold by Destin Real Estate

Congratulations to these happy sellers - it was a pleasure working with each and every one of you!

Sold by Destin Real Estate

Quick Facts From These Sales

  • Four of these listings sold in less than 90 days for 96% of the asking price.
  • The average sold price was $423,750, although there were properties on both ends of the scale.
  • The highest price listing was $820,000 for a beachfront condominium in Bella Riva.
  • The lowest price was $80,000 for a waterfront condo with boatslip in Pirate's Bay.

Sold Listings

  • 240 Gulf Shore Drive #332, Destin, FL - MLS #774807
  • 874 Venus Court #302, Fort Walton Beach, FL - MLS #730835
  • 228 Amberjack Dr., #19, Fort Walton Beach, FL - MLS #773393
  • 214 SW Miracle Strip Pkwy #B213,…

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Cedar Woods at WaterColor by David Weekley Homes

Cedar Woods at WaterColor by David Weekley Homes, is the newest creation in this top-selling master-planned community. Lots are situated in the peaceful, Phase 4 neighborhood of WaterColor, surrounded by trees and parkland. Cedar Woods has a relaxed cottage feel to it, and perfect for a holiday home or vacation rental.

The Homes

Lilith in Cedar Woods by David Weekley Homes

The Lilith

From $1,520,773 | 3199 Sq. Ft.
2 Stories, 5 Bedrooms, 5 Full Baths, 2-Car Garage

The Blossom

From $1,697,258 3642 Sq. Ft.
2 Stories, 5 Bedrooms, 5 Full Baths, 1 Half Bath, 2-Car Garage

The Cordelia (image coming soon)

From $1,570,414 | 3211 Sq. Ft.
1 Story, 3 Bedrooms, 4 Full Baths, 1 Half Bath, 3-Car Garage

The Abrams (image coming soon)

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4010 Beachside One Dr 4010, MIRAMAR BEACH, FL - $925,000

3 Bedrooms, 2 Baths - 1,575 square feet

Beachfront living at its finest awaits in this luxurious condo in Beachside One in the Sandestin Resort, Miramar Beach. Perfectly situated, this end unit on the first floor is a walkout, which means no elevators.

Beachside One condos

 

The open floor plan allows you to interact with your guests or enjoy the swaying palms from huge floor to ceiling windows. The natural beauty of the Travertine flooring extends throughout the kitchen, dining, living room and baths.

The kitchen is a showpiece with custom cabinets, granite countertops and stainless steel appliances. The crown molding (which extends through several rooms of the house), finishes things off…

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Here are the semi-annual stats for the Destin and 30A market. You'll see they're broken down by area: 30A East, 30A West, Destin, Fort Walton Beach, Miramar Beach / Sandestin Resort, Niceville and North Santa Rosa Beach. It's been a good year with gains in townhome, condo and single-family home sales.

Destin market stats July 2017

Condo Stats for Destin & 30A

 Up 17% from last year, condo sales in Destin and the 30A continue to improve. Home values increased 4% overall with the biggest gains in Niceville - 34% and Fort Walton Beach - 13%.

 

Single-Family Home Stats for Destin & 30A

Single-family home sales increased by 6%. Prices went up by 11% on average, with exceptional gains in Miramar Beach - 13%, 30A West - 17% and North Santa Rosa Beach - 20%.

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These are the top selling neigborhoods in Destin and the Emerald Coast from January to June this year. We've also included a few notables from Niceville and Freeport's Hammock Bay. That new development has taken off and is sure to stimulate new growth in Freeport.  Watercolor and Watersound are brimming with new construction and the Inlet Beach neighborhood of Prominence is still hot.

top Destin home sales

Links to Top Selling Areas

Click through to the top selling areas below to view current homes and townhomes for sale as well as sold stats.

Alys Beach

Destin

  • Crystal Beach
  • Destiny by the Sea
  • Indian Bayou
  • Kelly Plantation

Freeport

  • Hammock Bay

Inlet Beach

  • Prominence

Miramar Beach

  • Frangista Beach

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