Dreaming of a classic Florida beach cottage just steps from the Gulf? This rare gem captures the charm of Old Florida while placing sugar-white sands and emerald waters practically at your doorstep. Built in 1940 and full of character, this one-of-a-kind retreat offers peekaboo Gulf views from your covered front porch and an unbeatable location just steps from paradise. With the beach access boardwalk approximately 300 feet away and sugar-white sand less than 600 feet from your doorstep, morning walks and sunset views can be part of your everyday routine.
Whether you're looking for the perfect beach getaway, a short-term rental investment, or a property with the potential to expand into a larger full-time residence in the future, this charming cottage offers endless possibilities. Properties with this kind of history, character, and proximity to the Gulf are truly hard to find. Come experience the laid-back coastal lifestyle and make this unique beach escape your own!
Pending
$1,000,000
161 Norwood Dr, Miramar Beach, FL 32550
2beds
800sqft
:
Get pre-qualified$6,032/mo
Single Family Residence
Built in 1940
6,534 Square Feet Lot
$959,500 Zestimate®
$1,250/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Classic florida beach cottageCharming cottageSteps from the gulf
- 50 days |
- 72 |
- 2 |
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
William J Mitchell 850-826-2023,
RE/MAX Agency One
Source: ECAOR,MLS#: 1005892
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Bedroom
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Bathroom
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Kitchen
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Living room
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Cooling
- Window Unit(s), Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Washer/Dryer Hookup
Features
- Crown Molding, Natural Woodwork
- Flooring: Hardwood, Vinyl
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total structure area: 800
- Total interior livable area: 800 sqft
Property
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Porch
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Gulf
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Gulf
Lot
- Size: 6,534 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 70' x 109'
- Features: Level, Within 1/2 Mile to Water
Details
- Parcel number: 332S21421900000010
- Zoning description: Resid Single Family
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Florida Cottage
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame, Aluminum Siding, Trim Wood
- Foundation: Foundation Off Grade
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Construction Complete
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1940
Utilities & green energy
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: SANDPIPER BEACH COLONY UNREC
Location
- Region: Miramar Beach
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,250/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $821,441
- Annual tax amount: $7,020
- Date on market: 6/20/2026
Estimated market value
$959,500
$912,000 - $1.01M
$2,212/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/28/2026 | Pending sale | $1,000,000$1,250/sqft |
Source:  ECAOR #1005892 Report a problem | ||
| 6/20/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,000,000$1,250/sqft |
Source: ECAOR #1005892 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,020 +3.7% | $737,273 +10% |
| 2024 | $6,771 +4.5% | $670,248 +10% |
| 2023 | $6,481 +18.9% | $609,316 +10% |
| 2022 | $5,451 +11.8% | $553,924 +10% |
| 2021 | $4,874 +5.2% | $503,567 +8.5% |
| 2020 | $4,633 +4.2% | $464,072 +3.7% |
| 2019 | $4,446 | $447,640 +117.5% |
| 2018 | $4,446 +126.5% | $205,834 +2.2% |
| 2017 | $1,963 +6.2% | $201,477 +3% |
| 2016 | $1,848 +4.9% | $195,566 +19.4% |
| 2015 | $1,762 +13.3% | $163,830 +5.6% |
| 2014 | $1,555 | $155,129 +33.2% |
| 2013 | -- | $116,504 -0.7% |
| 2012 | -- | $117,304 -3.1% |
| 2011 | -- | $121,028 -5.7% |
| 2010 | -- | $128,328 +6.9% |
| 2009 | -- | $120,064 -3.8% |
| 2008 | -- | $124,862 -5.3% |
| 2007 | -- | $131,781 +7.2% |
| 2005 | -- | $122,972 +7% |
| 2004 | -- | $114,930 +3.7% |
| 2003 | -- | $110,871 +0.9% |
| 2002 | -- | $109,929 +80.3% |
| 2001 | -- | $60,970 |
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Neighborhood: 32550
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Van R. Butler Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 5.4 mi
- 8/10Emerald Coast Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 14.2 mi
- 8/10South Walton High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 10.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Van R Butler
- Middle: Emerald Coast
- High: South Walton
Source: ECAOR. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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