Assumable VA loan with 2.75% interest rate! Located in Rocky Bayou Country Club Estates, this beautiful all brick 4 bedroom home offers an inviting blend of comfort, style, and privacy. Filled with natural light and thoughtfully designed living spaces, the home features an open flow ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. The kitchen is both functional and attractive, featuring quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, a gas range, breakfast bar, and dining area, all open to the main living space. Spacious living room features recessed lighting, a corner gas fireplace, and views of the screened Florida room and backyard. A split bedroom layout provides privacy, with the Master suite tucked away from the additional bedrooms for added separation and comfort. Two secondary bedrooms and a full bath are located on the opposite side of the home, while a fourth bedroom near the front offers flexibility for guests, an office, or additional privacy. Updated flooring, fresh carpet, and neutral finishes create a warm, move-in ready feel throughout. Enloy quiet mornings or relaxed evenings in the screened Florida room overlooking the spacious backyard and peaceful natural setting. Major improvements include a 2020 Roof, 2023 HVAC, and 2020 Water Heater. Conveniently located near schools, shopping, dining, and Rocky Bayou Country Club amenities, this home offers comfort, flexibility, and a location that makes everyday living easy.
For sale
Price cut: $19K (7/18)
$579,900
449 Ruckel Dr, Niceville, FL 32578
4beds
2,352sqft
:
Get pre-qualified$3,626/mo
Single Family Residence
Built in 2000
0.43 Acres Lot
$575,500 Zestimate®
$247/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Corner gas fireplaceBreakfast barQuartz countertopsGas rangeFresh carpetFilled with natural lightThoughtfully designed living spaces
- 68 days |
- 1,536 |
- 67 |
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Vicki M Alexander 850-217-0587,
Berkshire Hathaway Home Services PenFed Realty
Source: ECAOR,MLS#: 1004371
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: First
- Area: 255 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17 x 15
Bedroom
- Level: First
- Area: 169 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 x 13
Bedroom
- Level: First
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 x 12
Bedroom
- Level: First
- Area: 169 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 x 13
Dining room
- Level: First
- Area: 169 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 x 13
Living room
- Level: First
- Area: 340 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20 x 17
Heating
- Central, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Washer/Dryer Hookup
Features
- Breakfast Bar, Crown Molding, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Tray Ceiling(s), Recessed Lighting, Newly Painted, Pantry, Split Bedroom
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile, Carpet
- Windows: Double Pane Windows
- Attic: Pull Down Stairs
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: EPA Qualified Fireplace, Gas
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,352
- Total interior livable area: 2,352 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage Door Opener, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck, Enclosed, Screened
- Exterior features: Balcony, Sprinkler System
- Fencing: Partial,Privacy
Lot
- Size: 0.43 Acres
- Dimensions: 100 x 161 x 114 x 200
- Features: Cleared, Covenants, Curb & Gutter, Interior Lot, Restrictions, Wooded
Details
- Parcel number: 041S22500900000170
- Zoning description: Resid Single Family
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Trim Vinyl
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Construction Complete
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2000
Utilities & green energy
- Water: Public
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Doors
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Golf, Pool
- Subdivision: ROCKY BAYOU COUNTRY CLUB ESTATES 9
Location
- Region: Niceville
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $247/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $507,417
- Annual tax amount: $2,025
- Date on market: 6/1/2026
Estimated market value
$575,500
$547,000 - $604,000
$3,166/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/18/2026 | Price change | $579,900-3.2%$247/sqft |
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| 7/1/2026 | Price change | $598,9000%$255/sqft |
Source: ECAOR #1004371 Report a problem | ||
| 6/22/2026 | Price change | $599,000-4.1%$255/sqft |
Source: ECAOR #1004371 Report a problem | ||
| 6/1/2026 | Listed for sale | $624,900-2.4%$266/sqft |
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| 5/1/2026 | Listing removed | $640,000$272/sqft |
Source: ECAOR #991678 Report a problem | ||
| 12/22/2025 | Listed for sale | $640,000+43.8%$272/sqft |
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| 7/31/2020 | Sold | $445,000+113.6%$189/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 5/1/2000 | Sold | $208,300$89/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,521 +3% | $390,045 +2.9% |
| 2024 | $4,389 +2.5% | $379,052 +3% |
| 2023 | $4,281 +2.5% | $368,012 +3% |
| 2022 | $4,176 +3.3% | $357,293 +3% |
| 2021 | $4,044 +29.6% | $346,886 +24% |
| 2020 | $3,120 +1.3% | $279,699 +2.3% |
| 2019 | $3,079 +1% | $273,411 +1.9% |
| 2018 | $3,048 | $268,313 +2.1% |
| 2017 | $3,048 +0.7% | $262,794 +2.1% |
| 2016 | $3,026 +2.8% | $257,389 +0.7% |
| 2015 | $2,944 +0.1% | $255,600 +0.8% |
| 2014 | $2,940 | $253,571 +1.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $249,824 +1.7% |
| 2012 | -- | $245,648 -2.8% |
| 2011 | -- | $252,824 -2% |
| 2010 | -- | $257,992 -6.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $275,171 -10% |
| 2008 | -- | $305,903 -10.5% |
| 2007 | -- | $341,958 +67.8% |
| 2006 | -- | $203,841 +3% |
| 2005 | -- | $197,904 +3% |
| 2004 | -- | $192,140 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $188,557 +2.4% |
| 2002 | -- | $184,138 +1.6% |
| 2001 | -- | $181,238 |
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Neighborhood: 32578
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10James E Plew Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.9 mi
- 9/10C. W. Ruckel Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.4 mi
- 7/10Niceville Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Plew
- Middle: Ruckel
- 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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