Wake up to beautiful views right on the gulf from this spacious and beautifully furnished 1-bedroom, 1-bath condo at El Matador on Okaloosa Island. Located on the second floor, this residence offers a comfortable layout with a large balcony accessible from both the living room and primary bedroom-perfect for enjoying your morning coffee or unwinding while taking in the peaceful coastal views.
Just steps from private Gulf-front beach access, El Matador offers an impressive array of amenities including two swimming pools, one heated seasonally, a fitness center, sauna, tennis and pickleball courts, basketball courts, and over 11 acres of beautifully maintained tropical grounds. The gated community also features 24-hour security for added peace of mind.
Whether you're looking for a full-time residence, a second home, a snowbird retreat, or an income-producing vacation property, Unit 524 offers an exceptional opportunity to enjoy the best of Okaloosa Island. With both Sound and Gulf views, fantastic amenities, and easy access to the sugar-white beaches of the Emerald Coast, this is one you won't want to miss!
For sale
Price cut: $15K (10/7)
$285,000
909 Santa Rosa Blvd Unit 524, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548
1beds
814sqft
Condominium
Built in 1971
-- sqft lot
$-- Zestimate®
$350/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Gated communityPrivate gulf-front beach accessPeaceful coastal viewsSound and gulf views
- 54 days
- 92
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Listed by:
Logan S Carr 850-902-7787,
Alicia Hollis Sales,
Connor R Hollis 850-240-7092,
Alicia Hollis Sales
Source: ECAOR,MLS#: 1009917
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Description: BUYER VERIFY MEASUREMENTS
- Level: First
- Area: 165 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 x 11
Kitchen
- Description: BUYER VERIFY MEASUREMENTS
- Level: First
- Area: 117 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 x 9
Living room
- Description: BUYER VERIFY MEASUREMENTS
- Level: First
- Area: 165 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 x 11
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Common Area
Features
- Pantry
- Flooring: Tile
- Furnished: Yes
Interior area
- Total structure area: 814
- Total interior livable area: 814 sqft
Property
Features
- Exterior features: Outdoor Grill, Balcony, Sprinkler System, Tennis Court(s)
- Pool features: Heated, In Ground
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Gulf, Sound
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Gulf,Sound
- Waterfront features: Gulf, Sound
Details
- Parcel number: 002S24080005240000
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Property subtype: Condominium
Materials
- Block, Concrete, Stucco
- Roof: Flat
Condition
- Construction Complete
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1971
Utilities & green energy
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: BBQ Pit/Grill, Beach, Dumpster, Elevators, Fitness Center, Fishing, Gated, Leasehold, Pavillion/Gazebo, Picnic Area, Pool, Sauna/Steam Room, TV Cable, Tennis Court(s), Waterfront, Whirlpool, Pickleball, Short Term Rental - Allowed
- Subdivision: EL MATADOR CONDO
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Services included: Maintenance Grounds, Insurance, Management, Recreational Faclty, Security, Sewer, Cable TV, Trash, Water
Location
- Region: Fort Walton Beach
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $350/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $238,650
- Annual tax amount: $2,978
- Date on market: 8/14/2026
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/7/2026 | Price change | $285,000-5%$350/sqft |
Source:  ECAOR #1009917 Report a problem | ||
| 8/14/2026 | Listed for sale | $299,999+408.5%$369/sqft |
Source: ECAOR #1009917 Report a problem | ||
| 9/1/1993 | Sold | $59,000$72/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,978 +3.2% | $219,030 +10% |
| 2024 | $2,887 +4.3% | $199,118 -19.1% |
| 2023 | $2,769 +3.9% | $246,000 |
| 2022 | $2,665 +26.7% | $246,000 +57.7% |
| 2021 | $2,103 +16.7% | $156,000 +14.7% |
| 2020 | $1,801 +1.3% | $136,000 +3.8% |
| 2019 | $1,778 +1.1% | $131,000 +4% |
| 2018 | $1,758 | $126,000 +5.9% |
| 2017 | $1,758 +2.9% | $119,000 +10.2% |
| 2016 | $1,708 +12.6% | $108,000 |
| 2015 | $1,517 -3.1% | $108,000 +2.9% |
| 2014 | $1,566 | $105,000 +5% |
| 2013 | -- | $100,000 +3.1% |
| 2012 | -- | $97,000 -8.5% |
| 2011 | -- | $106,000 -8.6% |
| 2010 | -- | $116,000 -24.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $153,000 -13.1% |
| 2008 | -- | $176,000 -9.7% |
| 2007 | -- | $195,000 -14.5% |
| 2006 | -- | $228,000 +20% |
| 2005 | -- | $190,000 +81% |
| 2004 | -- | $105,000 |
| 2003 | -- | $105,000 +8.2% |
| 2002 | -- | $97,000 +2.1% |
| 2001 | -- | $95,000 |
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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.
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