Zena Gunsur, Realtor ®️

Florida Cottage

1559 W Highway 98

Mary Esther , FL 32569

MLS#: 982722

$1,000,000

Status: Active
Listing number: 982722
Listing provided by: Keller Williams Realty Destin
Listing agent phone: None
Last update: N/A
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Property

Beds

5

Full Baths

4

1/2 Baths

None

Year Built

2000

Sq.Footage

2,466

Nestled on the serene shores of Santa Rosa Sound, this exceptional waterfront property blends natural beauty with comfortable family living. Shaded by beautiful, mature trees, the home offers a peaceful sense of privacy while opening to stunning panoramic water views. A spacious deck spans the back of the house--perfect for outdoor dining, entertaining, or simply relaxing as the sun sets. The private boat dock invites endless days of fishing, cruising, or exploring the coastline. Inside, a large family room serves as the heart of the home, ideal for gatherings and making memories. The thoughtfully designed floor plan includes 5 bedrooms and 4 full baths, with a dedicated upstairs area where the kids can enjoy their own space. Completing the property is a charming 721 sq. ft. guest cottage. This is in addition to the 2466 main house square footage. Perfect for hosting friends and family, it also offers excellent potential for separate rental income. With its mix of main house comfort, outdoor living, and income opportunity, this property delivers the very best of waterfront living. Bring your boat, personal watercraft, or paddle boards and dive into the ultimate waterfront lifestyle. The main home's roof was replaced in 2014, the guest cottage's roof was replaced in 2018.

Features & Amenities

Interior

  • Other Interior Features

    Breakfast Bar

  • Total Bedrooms

    5

  • Bathrooms

    4

  • Cooling YN

    YES

  • Cooling

    Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air

  • Heating YN

    YES

  • Heating

    Electric, Central

Exterior

  • Garage

    No

  • Construction Materials

    Frame, Vinyl Siding

  • Patio and Porch Features

    Deck

  • Pool

    No

Area & Lot

  • Property Type

    Residential

  • Property Sub Type

    Single Family Residence

  • Architectural Style

    Florida Cottage

Price

  • Sales Price

    $1,000,000

  • Zoning

    Resid Single Family

  • Sq. Footage

    2, 466

  • Price/SqFt

    $405

HOA

  • Association

    No

School District

  • Elementary School

    Florosa

  • Middle School

    Bruner

  • High School

    Fort Walton Beach

Property Features

  • Stories

    2

  • Sewer

    Public Sewer

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Location

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Okaloosa

Elementary School

Florosa

Middle School

Bruner

High School

Fort Walton Beach

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Nestled on the serene shores of Santa Rosa Sound, this exceptional waterfront property blends natural beauty with comfortable family living. Shaded by beautiful, mature trees, the home offers a peaceful sense of privacy while opening to stunning panoramic water views. A spacious deck spans the back of the house--perfect for outdoor dining, entertaining, or simply relaxing as the sun sets. The private boat dock invites endless days of fishing, cruising, or exploring the coastline. Inside, a large family room serves as the heart of the home, ideal for gatherings and making memories. The thoughtfully designed floor plan includes 5 bedrooms and 4 full baths, with a dedicated upstairs area where the kids can enjoy their own space. Completing the property is a charming 721 sq. ft. guest cottage. This is in addition to the 2466 main house square footage. Perfect for hosting friends and family, it also offers excellent potential for separate rental income. With its mix of main house comfort, outdoor living, and income opportunity, this property delivers the very best of waterfront living. Bring your boat, personal watercraft, or paddle boards and dive into the ultimate waterfront lifestyle. The main home's roof was replaced in 2014, the guest cottage's roof was replaced in 2018.

1559 W Highway 98

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