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709 Forest Shores Dr, Mary Esther, FL, 32569

$2,490,000

Home List Price

$10,000*

Closing Credit

5 Bedrooms
4 Full Baths, 1 Partial
4,297 SqFt
$579/SqFt
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709 Forest Shores Dr, Mary Esther$2,490,000

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Property Highlights

Home TypeSingle Family Residence
Garage3 spaces
Year Built1994
HeatingNatural Gas
CoolingCentral Air
WaterfrontSound
FireplaceFireplace
Private PoolYes
MLS #949574
Lot Size2.05 Acres
StatusActive

About 709 Forest Shores Dr

Nestled in a tranquil, private forest drive lies two acres of secluded waterfront land with a grand, Mediterranean style home! This exclusive property is situated on the sound between Destin and Pensacola, with a dock and covered lift. Just walk out your back door and hop on your boat or jetski to enjoy a fun-filled day watching the Blue Angels, relaxing at Crab Island, or deep sea fishing in the Gulf of Mexico! Multiple private coves to the south provide ample opportunity for tubing, dolphin watching, inshore fishing, and breathtaking views of incredible sunsets! This 4,300 square foot home provides 5 bedrooms, 4.5 baths, a three car garage, hidden movie/gameroom with external entrance, beautiful built-in saltwater reef aquarium, two fireplaces, huge eat-in kitchen that connects to your outdoor kitchen and living room, saltwater gunite pool & jacuzzi which was recently upgraded for digital remote control along with the panel. Perfect entertainment house! No HOA!!! The front yard provides a long, winding concrete driveway with oversized pad and resin shed perfect for boat, RV, and trailer storage year-round! Let your imagination run with unrestricted building opportunities for a mother-in-law quarters, tiny house, or other rental opportunity just a few feet away!

Property Details

Property Features

Property Information:

  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Year Built: 1994
  • Stories: 2
  • Living Area: 4,297 SqFt

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Flatfee.Com
  • Office Email: info@flatfee.com
  • Listing Agent: Cliff Glansen

Interior Features

Interior Information:

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Refrigerator, Gas Oven, Washer
  • Interior: Breakfast Bar, Vaulted Ceilings, Fireplace, Split Bedroom
  • Fireplace: Fireplace

Bedroom and Bathroom Information:

  • Partial Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Total Bedroom Count: 5

Exterior Features

Exterior Information:

  • Private Pool: Yes
  • Waterfront: Sound
  • Exterior: Boatlift, Hurricane Shutters, Shower

Parking Information:

  • Garage Space: 3 spaces

Lot Features

Lot Information:

  • Lot Size: 2.05 Acres

Utilities

Utilities Information:

  • Heating: Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Central Air

School Info

Assigned Schools Information:

  • Fort Walton Beach High School, Public District Grades 9-12
  • Max Bruner Junior Middle School, Public District Grades 6-8
  • Northwest Florida Ballet Academie, Public District Grades 3-8
  • Florosa Elementary School, Public District Grades PK-5

Other

Directions Information:

  • Directions: W on hwy 98 L on Forest Shores.

Price Information

Listing Price Info

Price Summary:

  • List Price: $2,490,000
  • Price Per SqFt: $579/SqFt

Tax Information:

  • Annual Amount: $6,848
  • Tax Year: 2020
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Housing Market Comparison

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Mary Esther, FL

City

Med. Sold Price

$335K

Med. Price/SqFt

$219

Avg. Days On Market

35

# of Sold Homes

16

709 Forest Shores Dr vs Mary Esther

12 DAYS ON ROCKET

-23 Days

$2,490,000

+$2.1M More

$579/SqFt

+$359 More

KEY TAKEAWAY

This property is $2.1M more than the Median Sold Price and $359/SqFt more than other homes in Mary Esther, FL.

Based on homes sold in the last 12 months

MLS Details

MLS Information:

  • MLS Name: Emerald Coast Association of REALTORS®
  • MLS Number: #949574

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Flatfee.Com
  • Office Email: info@flatfee.com
  • Listing Agent: Cliff Glansen

IDX Information Deemed Reliable but not guaranteed. The information being provided is 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. All listings are provided courtesy of the Emerald Coast Association of Realtors, Copyright 2024. All rights reserved.
Data displayed may be a portion of, and not a complete set of all listings published in the MLS.
Last updated on: 5/23/2024, 12:50:40 AM Eastern. If you have any questions regarding the accuracy of this data, please contact us at help@rockethomes.com.

Property Sales & Tax

Listing History

Jul 19, 2011Home Sold
$580,000

Tax History

YEARPROP. TAXASSESSMENT
2020$6,848$610,583
2018$6,333$585,726
2017$6,320$573,679

History based on county public records data.

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Total Monthly Payment

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Schools

Schools Nearby

The school rating is a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest. Assigned schools have a bold outline.

Elementary School

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5
/10

  • Florosa Elementary School

  • 1700 W Highway 98

  • 4.13 miles

  • Public District Grades PK-5

Middle School

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3
/10

  • Max Bruner Junior Middle School

  • 322 Holmes Blvd NW

  • 9.80 miles

  • Public District Grades 6-8

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10
/10

  • Northwest Florida Ballet Academie

  • 310 Perry Ave SE

  • 11.55 miles

  • Public District Grades 3-8

High School

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6
/10

  • Fort Walton Beach High School

  • 400 Hollywood Blvd SW

  • 9.33 miles

  • Public District Grades 9-12

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Neighborhood

What Are The Neighbors Like?

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $67,214. Typical income of Mary Esther, FL residents is between $35k-100k annually. Residents typically live in married, no kids family. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.

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Frequently Asked Questions About 709 Forest Shores Dr

What is the listing price of this property?

The listing price of 709 Forest Shores Dr property is $2,490,000.

What type of property is this?

The property 709 Forest Shores Dr is a house located in Mary Esther, Florida, 32569.

Is this property for sale now?

Active Listing: 709 Forest Shores Dr is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

What are the assigned schools for this property?

The assigned schools for 709 Forest Shores Dr are:
Florosa Elementary School: GreatSchools Rating 5/10
Max Bruner Junior Middle School: GreatSchools Rating 3/10
Northwest Florida Ballet Academie: GreatSchools Rating 10/10
Fort Walton Beach High School: GreatSchools Rating 6/10

What is the annual property tax for this property?

According to the records, the last property tax for 2020 is $6,848 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

When was this property sold last time and for how much?

The last sale was on July 19, 2011 for $580,000. (source: MLS/tax record).

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?

The property at 709 Forest Shores Dr has 5 bedrooms and 4 full and 1 half bathrooms.

What is the square footage of this property?

The property 709 Forest Shores Dr is 4,297 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

Which year was this property built?

The year of construction for 709 Forest Shores Dr is 1994.

Rocket Homes›Florida›Okaloosa County›Mary Esther›32569›709 Forest Shores Dr

This home is located at 709 Forest Shores Dr in Mary Esther, FL and zip code 32569. This 4,297 square foot home, which was built in 1994, sits on a 2.05 acre lot. Features: 5 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 10, 2024 and is currently priced at $2,490,000.

In April 2024 more than 2 listings in Mary Esther, FL were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 7 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 7 were sold below. The number of homes for sale in Mary Esther, FL increased by 7.5% between March 2024 and April 2024. Listings spent 35 days on the market in April 2024, and had a median list price of $335,000 during the same period.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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