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498 Beach Dr, Destin, FL, 32541

$1,349,900

Home List Price

$10,000*

Closing Credit

4 Bedrooms
4 Full Baths
2,834 SqFt
$476/SqFt
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498 Beach Dr, Destin$1,349,900

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Property Highlights

Home TypeSingle Family Residence
ParkingBoat, Detached, Garage Detached, Guest, Oversized, RV
Year Built1997
HeatingCentral
CoolingCentral Air
WaterfrontBayou
FireplaceFireplace, Gas Fireplace
Private PoolYes
MLS #948488
Lot Size0.46 Acres
StatusActive

About 498 Beach Dr

STUNNING COASTAL CHIC, BAYOU FRONT HOME W/GUEST HOUSE, SOLAR PANELS (Paid in full) & 3 1/2 YEAR ROOF & HVAC. At last, you can afford to live the waterfront lifestyle youve always wanted! After a morning swim in your heated, saltwater pool, stroll down to your dock for a serene, Bayou paddle board ride. Hop in your boat for a fun afternoon tubing w/the kids & relaxing at Crab Island, and grab dinner on the water before heading back to your private oasis. Finish the day w/a nightcap around your fire pit while the kids enjoy a movie night & sleepover w/friends in the NEW guest house w/living area, kitchenette, full bathroom & fun, lofted sleeping area. Taking center stage, youll fall in love w/the gorgeous new kitchen w/giant island, quartz counters, floating shelves & SS appliances which flows effortlessly into the Great room. An angled, shiplapped, double sided, gas fireplace connects the Great rm with a separate, large Dining or Office area. The High, beamed ceiling, crisp white walls, custom light fixtures & beautiful, natural color wide plank LVP flooring throughout, complete the Coastal Chic feel. Enjoy calming pool views & easy access to the heated spa from the spacious master BR w/tray ceiling. Relax & unwind in the newly remodeled master bathroom w/his & her sinks and large, custom walk-in shower & walk-in closet. Offering a split floor plan w/2 BRs & bathroom located away from the master, and the spacious 4th BR w/en suite bathroom located in its own separate wing, theres plenty of room for everyone to have their private space. Offering a spacious covered patio, large, saltwater, heated pool & spa, outdoor kitchen, fire pit area, tree house and huge grassy yard, the fully fenced backyard is truly your own private oasis! A Bayou front patio w/small white sand beach, dock & boat lift complete this ideal waterfront lifestyle picture. Need to store your RV or additional boat? No problem as the gravel pad on the right side of the house w/permeable pavers under it provides an easy, private storage area and theres NO HOA. An additional large, gated entrance from the side street provides access to the backyard and to the large workshop area w/roll up garage door. Other notable features include custom mud room & laundry area, 2021 pool heater, pool house speakers, new paved circular driveway & newer double paned glass added to all windows. 3 1/2 Year roof & HVAC, and 2 1/2 year tankless HWH provide affordable insurance and peace of mind. Say goodbye to high electric bills because due to Solar panels (to be paid in full at closing) current electric bills are on average just $60 per month! Located in the heart of classic, old Destin, this stunning home is close to shopping, restaurants and just a short walk to Destin Elementary. Act now and start living the waterfront lifestyle youve always dreamed of.

Property Details

Property Features

Property Information:

  • Architectural Style: Contemporary
  • Year Built: 1997
  • Stories: 1
  • Living Area: 2,834 SqFt

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: RE/MAX Coastal Properties
  • Office Email: manager@floridabrokers.com
  • Listing Agent: Karen K Martineau

Interior Features

Interior Information:

  • Appliances: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Ice Maker, Gas Oven
  • Flooring Type: Tile, Vinyl
  • Interior: Breakfast Bar, Beamed Ceilings, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Crown Molding, Raised Ceiling, Tray/Cofferd Ceiling, Vaulted Ceilings, Fireplace, Kitchen Island, Renovated, Split Bedroom, Washer/Dryer Hookups, Window Bay, Window Treatment(s), Woodwork Painted
  • Fireplace: Fireplace, Gas Fireplace

Bedroom and Bathroom Information:

  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Total Bedroom Count: 4

Exterior Features

Exterior Information:

  • Private Pool: Yes
  • Waterfront: Bayou
  • Exterior: Boat Launch, Boat Slip, Boatlift, Cabana, Dock, Fenced Lot-Part, Fenced Privacy, Guest Quarters, Hot Tub, Lawn Pump, Patio Covered, Patio Open, Pool - Heated, Pool - House, Pool - Vinyl Liner, Renovated, Separate Living Area, Sprinkler System, Summer Kitchen, Workshop, Yard Building

Parking Information:

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking: Boat, Detached, Garage Detached, Guest, Oversized, RV

Lot Features

Lot Information:

  • Lot: Corner Lot, Level, Storm Sewer, Within 1/2 Mile to Water, Wooded
  • Lot Size: 0.46 Acres

Utilities

Utilities Information:

  • Heating: Central
  • Cooling: Central Air

School Info

Assigned Schools Information:

  • Fort Walton Beach High School, Public District Grades 9-12
  • Destin Middle School, Public District Grades 5-8
  • Northwest Florida Ballet Academie, Public District Grades 3-8
  • Destin Elementary School, Public District Grades PK-4

Other

Directions Information:

  • Directions: Hwy 98 to North on Beach Drive. Home is on the right just past Kelly Street.

Price Information

Listing Price Info

Price Summary:

  • List Price: $1,349,900
  • Price Per SqFt: $476/SqFt

Tax Information:

  • Annual Amount: $5,141
  • Tax Year: 2020
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Destin, FL

City

Med. Sold Price

$658.1K

Med. Price/SqFt

$408

Avg. Days On Market

85

# of Sold Homes

48

498 Beach Dr vs Destin

14 DAYS ON ROCKET

-71 Days

$1,349,900

+$691.7K More

$476/SqFt

+$68 More

KEY TAKEAWAY

This property is $691.7K more than the Median Sold Price and $68/SqFt more than other homes in Destin, FL.

Based on homes sold in the last 12 months

MLS Details

MLS Information:

  • MLS Name: Emerald Coast Association of REALTORS®
  • MLS Number: #948488

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: RE/MAX Coastal Properties
  • Office Email: manager@floridabrokers.com
  • Listing Agent: Karen K Martineau

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Last updated on: 5/13/2024, 7:20:39 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

Aug 20, 2020Home Sold
$575,000

Tax History

YEARPROP. TAXASSESSMENT
2020$5,141$410,852
2018$2,827$257,817
2017$2,811$252,514

History based on county public records data.

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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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8
/10

  • Destin Elementary School

  • 630 Kelly St

  • 0.18 miles

  • Public District Grades PK-4

Middle School

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7
/10

  • Destin Middle School

  • 4608 Legendary Marina Dr

  • 3.92 miles

  • Public District Grades 5-8

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10
/10

  • Northwest Florida Ballet Academie

  • 310 Perry Ave SE

  • 6.84 miles

  • Public District Grades 3-8

High School

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6
/10

  • Fort Walton Beach High School

  • 400 Hollywood Blvd SW

  • 9.07 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 $71,778. Typical income of Destin, FL residents is between $35k-100k annually. Most families are single, no kids. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.

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Frequently Asked Questions About 498 Beach Dr

What is the listing price of this property?

The listing price of 498 Beach Dr property is $1,349,900.

What type of property is this?

The property 498 Beach Dr is a house located in Destin, Florida, 32541.

Is this property for sale now?

Active Listing: 498 Beach 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 498 Beach Dr are:
Destin Elementary School: GreatSchools Rating 8/10
Destin Middle School: GreatSchools Rating 7/10
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 $5,141 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

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

The last sale was on August 20, 2020 for $575,000. (source: MLS/tax record).

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?

The property at 498 Beach Dr has 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms.

What is the square footage of this property?

The property 498 Beach Dr is 2,834 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

Which year was this property built?

The year of construction for 498 Beach Dr is 1997.

Rocket Homes›Florida›Okaloosa County›Destin›32541›498 Beach Dr

This home is located at 498 Beach Dr in Destin, FL and zip code 32541. This 2,834 square foot home, which was built in 1997, sits on a 0.46 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 28, 2024 and is currently priced at $1,349,900.

While more than 7 listings in Destin, FL in April 2024 were sold above asking price, there were more than 7 listings sold at asking price, and more than 34 were sold below. Between March 2024 and April 2024, Destin, FL real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 5.2%. In April 2024, listings were on the market for 85 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $658,185.

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

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