Waterfront living without the waterfront price! Welcome to Hidden Cove, a peaceful waterfront community on Tom's Bayou where residents enjoy a community pool, private dock with boat slips available for lease, and beautiful mature landscaping. This desirable end-unit townhome offers one of the community's most sought-after floor plans with a first-floor primary suite, soaring ceilings, abundant natural light, and a versatile loft featuring brand-new carpet.
Step inside to find hardwood flooring throughout the foyer, living room, dining area, and primary bedroom, with tile in the kitchen, bathrooms, and Florida room. The spacious living area flows into the light-filled Florida room, creating the perfect space to relax, entertain, or enjoy your morning coffee.
The first-floor primary suite provides convenience and privacy, while upstairs you'll find two additional bedrooms, a full bath, and a generous loft ideal for a home office, media room, or guest retreat. Brand-new carpet throughout the upstairs bedrooms, loft, and staircase gives the second level a fresh, updated feel.
Additional highlights include a new water heater (2026), a two-car garage, and a location directly across from the community amenities, making it easy to enjoy the pool and waterfront dock.
Whether you're looking for a full-time residence, second home, or low-maintenance coastal retreat, Hidden Cove offers a unique lifestyle just minutes from Eglin Air Force Base, shopping, dining, beaches, Conveniently located near Eglin AFB, shopping, dining, and the Emerald Coast's beautiful beaches, Hidden Cove is one of Valparaiso's hidden gems for waterfront living.
Pending
Price cut: $5K (8/2)
$274,900
42 Hidden Cove Cir, Valparaiso, FL 32580
3beds
1,544sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1988
2,613 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$178/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Two-car garageVersatile loftAbundant natural lightCommunity poolSoaring ceilingsFirst-floor primary suiteBeautiful mature landscaping
- 75 days
- 298
- 11
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Lisa A Norton 850-621-4525,
EXP Realty LLC
Source: ECAOR,MLS#: 1005763
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: First
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 x 12
Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 138.6 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13.2 x 10.5
Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 133.32 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10.1 x 13.2
Primary bathroom
- Level: First
- Area: 34.11 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8.3 x 4.11
Bathroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 32.88 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8 x 4.11
Dining area
- Level: First
- Area: 157.3 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 x 12.1
Florida room
- Level: First
- Area: 135 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 27 x 5
Kitchen
- Level: First
- Area: 91.64 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11.6 x 7.9
Living room
- Level: First
- Area: 301.92 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 27.2 x 11.1
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Washer, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Washer/Dryer Hookup
Features
- Breakfast Bar, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Split Bedroom
- Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet
- Windows: Double Pane Windows
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,544
- Total interior livable area: 1,544 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Garage Door Opener, Other, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Stories: 2
- On waterfront: Yes
Lot
- Size: 2,613 Square Feet
- Features: Corner Lot, Covenants, Curb & Gutter, Within 1/2 Mile to Water
Details
- Parcel number: 121S23174600020420
- Zoning description: Resid Single Family
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Frame, Siding Brick Some, Wood Siding, Trim Wood
- Roof: Shingle,Roof Pitched
Condition
- Construction Complete
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1988
Utilities & green energy
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Community Room, Dock, Fitness Center, Fishing, Pool, Waterfront
- Subdivision: HIDDEN COVE T/H
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Services included: Electricity, Maintenance Grounds, Insurance, Land Recreation, Legal, Licenses/Permits, Management, Recreational Faclty, Maintenance Structure
Location
- Region: Valparaiso
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $178/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $238,507
- Annual tax amount: $1,444
- Date on market: 8/14/2026
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/23/2026 | Pending sale | $274,900$178/sqft |
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| 8/14/2026 | Listed for sale | $274,900$178/sqft |
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| 8/6/2026 | Pending sale | $274,900$178/sqft |
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| 8/2/2026 | Price change | $274,900-1.8%$178/sqft |
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| 7/23/2026 | Listed for sale | $279,900$181/sqft |
Source: ECAOR #1005763 Report a problem | ||
| 7/20/2026 | Pending sale | $279,900$181/sqft |
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| 7/14/2026 | Price change | $279,900-3.4%$181/sqft |
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| 6/21/2026 | Listed for sale | $289,900+81.2%$188/sqft |
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| 10/4/2005 | Sold | $160,000+42%$104/sqft |
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| 2/2/2004 | Sold | $112,700$73/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,444 +3.7% | $138,479 +2.9% |
| 2024 | $1,393 +7.6% | $134,576 +3% |
| 2023 | $1,295 +3.5% | $130,656 +3% |
| 2022 | $1,251 +1.4% | $126,850 +3% |
| 2021 | $1,233 +1.3% | $123,155 +1.4% |
| 2020 | $1,217 +2.1% | $121,455 +2.3% |
| 2019 | $1,192 +1.6% | $118,724 +1.9% |
| 2018 | $1,173 | $116,510 +1% |
| 2017 | $1,173 -0.3% | $115,364 +2.1% |
| 2016 | $1,176 +3% | $112,991 +0.7% |
| 2015 | $1,143 -1.8% | $112,206 +0.8% |
| 2014 | $1,163 | $111,315 +1.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $109,670 +1.7% |
| 2012 | -- | $107,837 -5.1% |
| 2011 | -- | $113,623 -5.7% |
| 2010 | -- | $120,478 -13.7% |
| 2009 | -- | $139,636 -9.2% |
| 2008 | -- | $153,860 -5.1% |
| 2007 | -- | $162,185 -0.4% |
| 2006 | -- | $162,835 +41.6% |
| 2005 | -- | $115,017 +38.4% |
| 2004 | -- | $83,118 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $81,568 +2.4% |
| 2002 | -- | $79,656 +2.9% |
| 2001 | -- | $77,424 |
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Neighborhood: 32580
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Lewis
- Middle: Lewis
- High: Niceville
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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