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  • $5,250,000

    85 Watch Tower Ln N, Watersound, FL 32461

    5beds
    4,025sqft
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    $32,506/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 2008
    -- sqft lot
    $5,081,000 Zestimate®
    $1,304/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Gas fireplacePrivate courtyard oasisTwo luxurious primary suitesSerene outdoor courtyardNew roofHeated swimming poolFour-bedroom main home
    Experience unparalleled privacy and refined coastal living in this beautifully updated WaterSound Beach residence, offering a four-bedroom main home, a one-bedroom carriage house above a detached two-car garage, and a serene outdoor courtyard with a heated swimming pool. Perfectly positioned on a quiet cul-de-sac alongside a meandering creek, this home enjoys a rare sense of tranquility in the heart of the community. Thoughtfully enhanced with extensive recent upgrades, the interiors blend timeless design with elevated modern finishes. Light-filled living spaces welcome you with clean lines, custom draperies, and multiple sitting areas anchored by a gas fireplace. The kitchen is both functional and striking, featuring quartz countertops, a dramatic counter-to-ceiling designer backsplash, and a full suite of Wolf and Sub-Zero appliances, now complemented by a new ice maker and thoughtfully curated designer hardware. A newly added custom built-in bar with backlit quartzite and under-counter lighting creates a sophisticated focal point for entertaining. Recent enhancements throughout the home include a new roof, new third-floor picture window, teak porch decking, designer lighting and wallpaper, updated plumbing fixtures, and custom California Closets--a highly sought-after upgrade that adds both luxury and functionality. Additional upgrades such as new built-in garage refrigeration, updated fireplaces with modern controls, and curated furnishings--including RH outdoor pieces and designer dining elements--further elevate the home's turnkey appeal. The primary living area opens to a cozy screened porch leading to a private courtyard oasis, complete with a heated pool, outdoor kitchen and grill, fireplace, and TV--all overlooking the serene creek, framed by mature trees that create a lush and private backdrop. Two luxurious primary suites--one on each level--offer exceptional comfort and privacy. The first-floor suite features soaring ceilings, a spacious walk-in closet, and direct access to the pool, while the second-floor suite includes a fireplace and a generous covered porch overlooking the creek. Both offer spa-like bathrooms with dual vanities, soaking tubs, and walk-in showers. Upstairs, a guest suite with a private balcony and ensuite bath complements the third-floor retreat, which includes four custom built-in bunks, a full bath, a secondary living area, wet bar, and gulf views--an ideal space for guests or extended family. The carriage house provides additional flexibility with its own living area, bedroom, full kitchen, office nook, and private bath--perfect for guests or rental income. Located within the gated WaterSound Beach community, south of Scenic Highway 30A, residents enjoy a rare blend of seclusion and access to world-class amenities, including resort-style pools, a fitness center, green spaces, and private boardwalks leading to one of the most pristine stretches of coastline along 30A. Whether as a full-time residence or an investment property, this meticulously upgraded home offers a rare opportunity to own a truly exceptional piece of WaterSound Beach.
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    Listed by:

    Nick Phillips Group 850-399-0354,

    Scenic Sotheby's International Realty,

    Lauren P Boger 910-520-0057,

    Scenic Sotheby's International Realty

    Source: ECAOR,MLS#: 1009065MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 5
      • Bathrooms: 6
      • Full bathrooms: 5
      • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
      Primary bedroom
      • Level: First
      • Area: 225 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 15 x 15
      Primary bedroom
      • Level: Second
      • Area: 816 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 34 x 24
      Bedroom
      • Level: Second
      • Area: 182 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 14 x 13
      Primary bathroom
      • Level: First
      • Area: 77 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 11 x 7
      Other
      • Level: Third
      • Area: 816 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 34 x 24
      Dining area
      • Level: First
      • Area: 285 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 19 x 15
      Kitchen
      • Level: First
      • Area: 228 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 19 x 12
      Living room
      • Level: First
      • Area: 360 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 24 x 15
      Other
      • Level: Second
      • Area: 528 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 24 x 22
      Heating
      • Central, Natural Gas
      Cooling
      • Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
      Appliances
      • Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer, Electric Water Heater
      Features
      • Breakfast Bar, Crown Molding, Vaulted Ceiling(s), In-Law Floorplan, Kitchen Island, Recessed Lighting, Owner's Closet, Pantry, Shelving, Woodwork Painted
      • Flooring: Hardwood
      • Windows: Window Treatments
      • Has fireplace: Yes
      • Fireplace features: EPA Qualified Fireplace, Fireplace 2+
      • Furnished: Yes
      • Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 4,025
      • Total interior livable area: 4,025 sqft

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 5
      • Parking features: Garage Door Opener, Detached, Guest
      • Garage spaces: 2
      Features
      • Stories: 3
      • Patio & porch: Covered, Porch
      • Exterior features: Balcony, Outdoor Shower, Sprinkler System, Separate Living Area, Outdoor Kitchen
      • Pool features: Heated, In Ground
      • Fencing: Partial
      • Has view: Yes
      • View description: Gulf
      • Has water view: Yes
      • Water view: Gulf
      Lot
      • Dimensions: 65 x 107 x 51 x 110
      • Features: Covenants, Cul-De-Sac, Within 1/2 Mile to Water
      Details
      • Additional structures: Guest House
      • Parcel number: 203S18160120000560
      • Zoning description: Resid Single Family

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Beach House
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Shake Siding, Wood Siding
      • Foundation: Pillar/Post/Pier
      • Roof: Composition
      Condition
      • Construction Complete,Renovated
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 2008

      Utilities & green energy

      • Water: Public

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Features: Beach, Deed Access, Fitness Center, Gated, Pool, TV Cable, Waterfront
      • Security: Security System, Smoke Detector(s)
      • Subdivision: WATERSOUND BEACH
      HOA
      • Has HOA: Yes
      • Services included: Management, Recreational Faclty, Security, Internet
      Location
      • Region: Watersound

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $1,304/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $3,765,648
      • Annual tax amount: $32,664
      • Date on market: 8/3/2026
      • Road surface type: Paved

        Estimated market value

        $5,081,000

        $4.83M - $5.34M

        $6,977/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        8/7/2026Pending sale$5,250,000$1,304/sqft
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        8/3/2026Listed for sale$5,250,000+16.7%$1,304/sqft
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        9/20/2023Sold$4,500,000-5.8%$1,118/sqft
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        8/14/2023Pending sale$4,779,000$1,187/sqft
        Source: ECAOR #927231 Report a problem
        7/28/2023Price change$4,779,000-0.4%$1,187/sqft
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        7/17/2023Price change$4,799,000-2%$1,192/sqft
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        7/8/2023Listed for sale$4,899,000+37%$1,217/sqft
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        5/11/2021Sold$3,575,000$888/sqft
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        2/26/2021Pending sale$3,575,000$888/sqft
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        2/12/2021Listed for sale$3,575,000$888/sqft
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        1/13/2021Pending sale$3,575,000$888/sqft
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        1/11/2021Listed for sale$3,575,000+34.4%$888/sqft
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        7/19/2019Sold$2,660,000+31.4%$661/sqft
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        12/15/2017Sold$2,025,000-7.7%$503/sqft
        Source: ECAOR #771431 Report a problem
        2/1/2014Listing removed$2,195,000$545/sqft
        Source: Owner #594733 Report a problem
        8/18/2013Listed for sale$2,195,000+217.4%$545/sqft
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        7/2/2004Sold$691,500$172/sqft
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        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$34,025 -1.6%$3,765,648 -0.5%
        2024$34,586 +8.1%$3,786,404 +6.4%
        2023$31,987 -1.1%$3,558,597 -3.4%
        2022$32,342 +56.5%$3,685,455 +73%
        2021$20,664 +6.9%$2,130,184 +10%
        2020$19,331 -0.9%$1,936,531 -1.4%
        2019$19,507 $1,964,263 +3.4%
        2018$19,507 +3%$1,899,196 +1.7%
        2017$18,937 +5.7%$1,867,304 +13.7%
        2016$17,923 +10.9%$1,642,274 +4.2%
        2015$16,168 +5.2%$1,575,381 +10.5%
        2014$15,375 $1,425,381 +12.5%
        2013-- $1,266,631 +16.8%
        2012-- $1,084,035 -1.1%
        2011-- $1,095,960 -6.9%
        2010-- $1,177,460 -1.9%
        2009-- $1,199,738 +262.7%
        2008-- $330,750 -17.1%
        2007-- $399,000 -33.9%
        2005-- $603,500 +20518.4%
        2004-- $2,927
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: WaterSound Beach

        Getting around

        11 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        44 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        Schools provided by the listing agent
        • Elementary: Dune Lakes
        • Middle: Seaside
        • High: South Walton

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