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  • $880,000

    85 Emerald Beach Way, Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459

    3beds
    1,705sqft
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 2017
    4,356 Square Feet Lot
    $838,600 Zestimate®
    $516/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Relaxing hot tubHeated resort-style pool
    Welcome to your slice of paradise on the coveted 30A corridor! This stunning home in the highly sought-after Highland Parks community is a premier short-term rental opportunity -- and it's easy to see why guests keep coming back. Step inside to a bright, airy open-concept living, dining, and kitchen space perfectly designed for gathering, entertaining, and making memories. The seamless flow and generous square footage make this home as functional as it is beautiful. Out back, you'll discover one of this home's most coveted features -- a large, private backyard that backs directly to a natural preserve. Enjoy unmatched tranquility, abundant wildlife, and a true sense of seclusion that's rare to find this close to the Gulf. But the lifestyle here extends well beyond your front door. Highland Parks delivers resort-caliber amenities that set it apart from the rest of 30A -- including a heated resort-style pool, a spectacular 4-story observation tower perfect for catching those legendary Emerald Coast sunsets, an outdoor kitchen built for large-group entertaining, a relaxing hot tub, and a beautifully appointed fire pit for cool evenings under the stars. Whether you're searching for a high-performing investment property, a personal beach getaway, or both -- this home checks every box. Low HOA, strong rental demand, and an unbeatable location just moments from Point Washington State Forest, public beach accesses, and the best dining 30A has to offer. Nestled in the sought-after Highland Parks community, you'll enjoy access to unbeatable amenities, including a world-class heated pool, a beach-viewing tower to soak in breathtaking sunsets, and a pavilion designed for grilling and entertaining. This is more than a home it's a lifestyle waiting to be embraced.
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    Listed by:

    Angela S Resiak 317-439-8541,

    Compass,

    Resiak Group 317-439-8541,

    Compass

    Source: ECAOR,MLS#: 1005332MLS Logo

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      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 3
      • Bathrooms: 3
      • Full bathrooms: 2
      • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
      Primary bedroom
      • Level: Second
      • Area: 166.44 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 11.4 x 14.6
      Bedroom
      • Level: Second
      • Area: 130.8 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 10.9 x 12
      Bedroom
      • Level: Second
      • Area: 119.9 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 10.9 x 11
      Dining room
      • Level: First
      • Area: 171.12 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 13.8 x 12.4
      Kitchen
      • Level: First
      • Area: 194.56 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 15.2 x 12.8
      Living room
      • Level: First
      • Area: 209.6 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 13.1 x 16
      Heating
      • Natural Gas
      Cooling
      • Central Air
      Appliances
      • Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Range Hood, Tankless Water Heater
      Features
      • Crown Molding, Kitchen Island, Recessed Lighting, Owner's Closet, Pantry
      • Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 1,705
      • Total interior livable area: 1,705 sqft

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 2
      Features
      • Stories: 2
      • Exterior features: Balcony
      Lot
      • Size: 4,356 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 45 x 90
      Details
      • Parcel number: 013S203461000F1160
      • Zoning description: Resid Single Family

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Beach House
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Trim Wood, Siding CmntFbrHrdBrd
      • Roof: Metal
      Condition
      • Construction Complete
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 2017

      Utilities & green energy

      • Water: Public

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Features: BBQ Pit/Grill, Pavillion/Gazebo, Pool, TV Cable, Whirlpool, Short Term Rental - Allowed
      • Security: Smoke Detector(s)
      • Subdivision: HIGHLAND PARKS
      HOA
      • Has HOA: Yes
      • Services included: Maintenance Grounds, Recreational Faclty
      Location
      • Region: Santa Rosa Beach

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $516/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $815,867
      • Annual tax amount: $6,144
      • Date on market: 6/12/2026
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        Estimated market value

        $838,600

        $797,000 - $881,000

        $2,796/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        6/12/2026Listed for sale$880,000+121.4%$516/sqft
        Source: ECAOR #1005332 Report a problem
        6/5/2017Sold$397,401$233/sqft
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        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2024$6,328 +4.8%$583,899 +10%
        2023$6,036 +10.9%$530,817 +10%
        2022$5,443 +28.2%$482,561 +10%
        2021$4,246 +6.1%$438,692 +9.4%
        2020$4,002 +3.6%$400,864 +3.1%
        2019$3,862 $388,873 +7%
        2018$3,862 +6.6%$363,386 +365.9%
        2017$3,623 +535%$78,000 +4%
        2016$571 +4.4%$75,000 +152.5%
        2015$547 +81.1%$29,700 +32%
        2014$302 $22,500
        2013-- $22,500

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          Climate risks

          Neighborhood: 32459

          Getting around

          6 / 100
          Car-Dependent
          53 / 100
          Bikeable

          Nearby schools

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          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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