SOUND-TO-GULF - One of the island's original homes, this waterfront cottage has been reborn, blending coastal charm with modern luxury. This 3BR/2.5BA, 2,324 SF home offers 152 FEET ON SANTA ROSA SOUND and Gulf beaches nearby.
Inside, exposed beams run throughout, and a DRAMATIC NEW KITCHEN features all-new cabinetry, full-extension drawers, quartz countertops, coffered ceilings, and generous workspace for cooking/entertaining. Exquisitely renovated bathrooms continue the coffered-ceiling detail.
The SPECTACULAR FLORIDA ROOM is a true showpiece with a soaring 17-FOOT CEILING, massive exposed Cypress beams, custom molding, a stunning built-in WET BAR, and a full wall of 15-FOOT-WIDE, 8-FOOT-TALL GLASS SLIDING DOORS framing spectacular Sound views from the room and bar. Remote-control blinds add comfort and style.
Outside, extensive lighting accents the expansive paver patio and dock, heated pool with waterfall, and COVERED BOAT DOCK WITH BUILT-IN WET BAR, built for serious boating and entertaining. The dock features a 20,000-LB BOAT LIFT, extra-wide walkways, a 10' granite fish-cleaning station with dual sinks, Trex decking and railings, and an elevated SUNDECK with panoramic views of the Sound.
To top it all off, enjoy the island lifestyle with one of America's most beautiful beaches nearby, where sugar-white sand crunches beneath your feet and unforgettable sunsets light up both the Gulf and your own backyard. This is the SOUND-TO-GULF lifestyle you've been looking for!
For sale
$1,950,000
623 Pelican Dr, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548
3beds
2,324sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1962
0.28 Acres Lot
$1,808,600 Zestimate®
$839/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Waterfront cottageExquisitely renovated bathroomsQuartz countertopsHeated pool with waterfallExposed beams run throughoutSpectacular florida roomCustom molding
- 48 days
- 389
- 31
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Edward L Wall 205-965-3600,
RE/MAX Coastal Properties,
Ed Smith 850-837-9900,
RE/MAX Coastal Properties
Source: ECAOR,MLS#: 1012321
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: First
- Area: 210 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 x 14
Bedroom
- Level: First
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 x 12
Bedroom
- Level: First
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 x 12
Primary bathroom
- Level: First
- Area: 160 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16 x 10
Bathroom
- Level: First
- Area: 70 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10 x 7
Bathroom
- Level: First
- Area: 70 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10 x 7
Dining room
- Level: First
- Area: 210 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 x 14
Kitchen
- Level: First
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 12
Living room
- Level: First
- Area: 336 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 21 x 16
Screened porch
- Level: First
- Area: 225 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 x 15
Heating
- Heat Pump, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Gas, Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances
- Included: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Freezer, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Washer/Dryer Hookup
Features
- Breakfast Bar, Beamed Ceilings, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Crown Molding, Tray Ceiling(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), Kitchen Island, Recessed Lighting, Track Lighting, Newly Painted, Pantry, Wallpaper, Walls Mirrored, Walls Paneled, Walls Wainscoting, Wet Bar, Woodwork Painted
- Flooring: Laminate, Terrazzo, Tile
- Doors: Storm Door(s)
- Windows: Double Pane Windows, Storm Window(s), Skylight(s), Window Treatments
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: EPA Qualified Fireplace, Gas
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,324
- Total interior livable area: 2,324 sqft
Video & virtual tour
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Handicap Provisions
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered, Porch
- Exterior features: Boat Slip, Boatlift, Columns, Dock, Private Yard, Lawn Pump, Outdoor Shower, Sprinkler System
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Heated, In Ground, Gunite
- Fencing: Full,Privacy
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Bay, Intracoastal Waterwy, Sound
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Bay,Intracoastal Waterwy,Sound
- Waterfront features: Intracoastal Wtrwy, Sound, Seawall
Lot
- Size: 0.28 Acres
- Dimensions: 41 x 149 x 152 x 132
- Features: Covenants, Cul-De-Sac, Level, Survey Available
Details
- Parcel number: 002S24218500060313
- Zoning description: County, Resid Single Family
- Special conditions: Accept Backup Offers,First Right of Refusal
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Florida Cottage
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Block, Stucco
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- Construction Complete,Renovated
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1962
Utilities & green energy
- Water: Public
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Doors
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Beach, Dock, Fishing, Pool, Waterfront
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: SANTA ROSA ISLAND
Location
- Region: Fort Walton Beach
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $839/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $923,246
- Annual tax amount: $8,206
- Date on market: 9/18/2026
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
$1,808,600
$1.72M - $1.90M
$3,876/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/18/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,950,000+202.3%$839/sqft |
Source:  ECAOR #1012321 Report a problem | ||
| 10/24/2019 | Sold | $645,000-9.2%$278/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 9/16/2019 | Pending sale | $710,000$306/sqft |
Source: Keller Williams Emerald Coast Realty #824278 Report a problem | ||
| 9/9/2019 | Listed for sale | $710,000$306/sqft |
Source: Keller Williams Emerald Coast Realty #824278 Report a problem | ||
| 8/5/2019 | Pending sale | $710,000$306/sqft |
Source: Keller Williams Emerald Coast Realty #824278 Report a problem | ||
| 7/19/2019 | Price change | $710,000-2.1%$306/sqft |
Source: Keller Williams Emerald Coast Realty #824278 Report a problem | ||
| 6/4/2019 | Listed for sale | $725,000$312/sqft |
Source: Keller Williams Emerald Coast Realty #824278 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $8,207 +2.1% | $665,858 +2.9% |
| 2024 | $8,034 +9.7% | $647,092 +9.8% |
| 2023 | $7,325 +11.9% | $589,216 +11.9% |
| 2022 | $6,545 -6.3% | $526,745 -3.4% |
| 2021 | $6,985 +16% | $545,299 +10.5% |
| 2020 | $6,023 +51.4% | $493,361 +48.5% |
| 2019 | $3,978 -0.8% | $332,161 +1.9% |
| 2018 | $4,010 | $325,968 +2.1% |
| 2017 | $4,010 -0.5% | $319,263 +2.1% |
| 2016 | $4,029 +4.3% | $312,696 +0.7% |
| 2015 | $3,862 -2.4% | $310,522 +0.8% |
| 2014 | $3,959 | $308,058 +1.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $303,505 +1.7% |
| 2012 | -- | $298,432 +3% |
| 2011 | -- | $289,740 +1.5% |
| 2010 | -- | $285,458 +2.7% |
| 2009 | -- | $277,953 +0.1% |
| 2008 | -- | $277,675 +3% |
| 2007 | -- | $269,587 +2.5% |
| 2006 | -- | $263,012 +3% |
| 2005 | -- | $255,351 +3% |
| 2004 | -- | $247,914 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $243,291 +2.4% |
| 2002 | -- | $237,589 +1.6% |
| 2001 | -- | $233,847 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Monthly payment
Est. payment
Payment breakdown
Explore the cost of this home by adjusting the details. Changes won't be saved.Climate risks
Neighborhood: Okaloosa Island
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Elliott Point
- Middle: Bruner
- High: Fort Walton Beach
Source: ECAOR. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
- $706,5002 bd1 ba1.4k sqft624 Pelican Dr #B, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548Off Market
- $691,6003 bd2 ba1.7k sqft624 Pelican Dr #A, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548Off Market
- $1,307,0003 bd3 ba2k sqft622 Pelican Dr, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548Sold
- $612,5003 bd2 ba1.7k sqft625 Pelican Dr, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548Off Market
Similar homes
- $1,949,0005 bd4 ba3.2k sqft423 Caviar Dr, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548For Sale
MLS ID #995651, Justin B Myers, EXP Realty LLC. ECAOR - $2,200,0004 bd3 ba3.1k sqft217 Yacht Club Dr, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548For Sale
MLS ID #1012854, Matthew N McGee, Livin Right Real Estate LLC. ECAOR - $1,239,0005 bd3 ba3.1k sqft631 Pelican Dr, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548For Sale
MLS ID #1009046, Joshua R Winters, Coldwell Banker Realty. ECAOR - $1,095,0004 bd3 ba2.5k sqft519 Dorado Ave, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548For Sale
MLS ID #1002598, Wendy M Thomas, Keller Williams Realty FWB. ECAOR - $1,450,0004 bd3 ba3.4k sqft153 Beal Pkwy NW, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548For SaleMLS ID #1011858, Diane F Tharp, Levin Rinke Realty. ECAOR
- $1,249,0004 bd3 ba3.1k sqft588 Mooney Rd, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32547For SaleMLS ID #1015016, Nikki Segraves Wood, ERA American Real Estate. ECAOR
- $1,200,0003 bd4 ba2.2k sqft780 Sundial Ct Unit 6002, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548For SaleMLS ID #1010147, Richard Henley, ERA American Real Estate. ECAOR
- $1,650,0004 bd3 ba3.1k sqft136 Country Club Dr W, Destin, FL 32541For SaleMLS ID #1015026, Venita S Brannon, Coldwell Banker Realty. ECAOR
- $1,980,0003 bd3 ba2.2k sqft97 Sunflower Ct, Destin, FL 32541For SaleMLS ID #1013935, Greg Kohls, Kohls Group LLC. ECAOR
- $1,675,0004 bd3 ba2k sqft858 Scallop Ct #301, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32547For SaleMLS ID #1013239, Marie H Babin, RE/MAX by the Sea. ECAOR
- $1,699,0004 bd3 ba2k sqft858 Scallop Ct Unit 507, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32547For SaleMLS ID #1009104, Cynthia Lea Blanton, Scenic Real Estate. ECAOR
- $1,500,0003 bd3 ba1.8k sqft858 Scallop Ct #406, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32547For SaleMLS ID #1009903, Beth Beno, Cindy Cole Fine Homes LLC. ECAOR
- $1,225,0004 bd4 ba2.3k sqft926 Whelk Ct Unit A, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548For SaleMLS ID #997333, Misty D Meadows, Keller Williams Realty FWB. ECAOR
- $1,150,0003 bd3 ba1.7k sqft381 Santa Rosa Blvd Unit W702, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548For SaleMLS ID #1012302, Dane M Aho, RE/MAX Gulf Coast Realty. ECAOR
- $1,579,0004 bd3 ba2k sqft858 Scallop Ct #101, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32547For SaleMLS ID #1007984, Cynthia Lea Blanton, Scenic Real Estate. ECAOR
- $1,235,0004 bd4 ba2.3k sqft926 Whelk Ct Unit B, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548For SaleMLS ID #997335, Misty D Meadows, Keller Williams Realty FWB. ECAOR
- $1,875,0003 bd3 ba2.3k sqft517 Osceola Dr, Destin, FL 32541For SaleMLS ID #998328, Crystal D Newborn, The Ketchersid Group LLC. ECAOR
- $1,085,0004 bd3 ba2.4k sqft600 Russell Blvd, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32547For SaleMLS ID #1013475, Natalie N McClure, Gulfside Haven LLC. ECAOR
