486 Forest Street, Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459 (MLS# 977238)


$2,850,000
486 Forest Street
Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459
MLS# 977238
Status: Sold
3 beds  |  4 baths  |  2294 sqft


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Property Description
Seaside Perfection - Fully Refreshed Coastal Cottage Just Steps from the Town Square Now Offered Newly Furnished. This beautifully reimagined 3-bedroom, 3.5-bath home in the heart of Seaside offers 2,294 square feet of light-filled living space and timeless architectural appeal by Scott Merrill. Recently refreshed inside and out, the home blends classic charm with modern comfort, featuring soaring ceilings, white oak floors, custom millwork, and designer lighting throughout. The open-concept living and dining area flows seamlessly into a bright, fully updated kitchen, while each spacious bedroom includes an en suite bath for privacy and ease. A new optional bunk room adds flexibility for guests or family. Multiple covered porches and a private

Details
Documents
Status Change Info
Sold Price/SqFt: 1242.37
Status: Sold
Under Contract Date: 2025-10-24
Sold Date: 2025-11-25
Sold Price: $2,850,000
Contract Info
Listing Board: Emerald Coast
List Price/SqFt: 1346.56
List Date: 2025-04-11
Current Price: $2,850,000
List Price: $3,089,000
Location, Tax and Legal
Sub Area: 1802 - S. of 98 W of Camp Creek
Elementary School: Bay
Middle School: Seaside
High School: South Walton
Legal Description: LOT 10 BLK A SEASIDE IV PB 7-23 OR 409-774 OR 3097-2378 OR 3297-1740
General Property Info
Sub-Type: Detached Single Family
Design: Craftsman Style
SqFt Source: County PA Records
Garage: No
Carport: No
Pool: Yes
Pool Type: Community
Apx SqFt(Htd/Cooled): 2294
Bedrooms: 3
Full Baths: 3
Half Baths: 1
Total Bathrooms: 4
# Stories: 1
Year Built: 1988
Acreage: 0.12
Listing Info, Tax & Legal
Who Paid Doc Stamps: Buyer
Who Paid Title: Seller
Homestead: No
Is Subject Leased: No
Assessment Fees: Yes
Assessment Amount: 6076
Annual Assessment Amount: 6076
Assessment Paid: Annually
New Buyer Fee: No
Last Taxes: 25508.87
Last Tax Year: 2024
Brokerage Interest: No Interest
As Is: No
Remarks & Misc
Remarks: Seaside Perfection - Fully Refreshed Coastal Cottage Just Steps from the Town Square Now Offered Newly Furnished. This beautifully reimagined 3-bedroom, 3.5-bath home in the heart of Seaside offers 2,294 square feet of light-filled living space and timeless architectural appeal by Scott Merrill. Recently refreshed inside and out, the home blends classic charm with modern comfort, featuring soaring ceilings, white oak floors, custom millwork, and designer lighting throughout. The open-concept living and dining area flows seamlessly into a bright, fully updated kitchen, while each spacious bedroom includes an en suite bath for privacy and ease. A new optional bunk room adds flexibility for guests or family. Multiple covered porches and a private
Construction Status
Construction Complete: 1
Lot/Parcel Access
Private Road: 1
Lot Features
Coastal Barrier Zone: No
Interior: 1
Level: 1
Restrictions: 1
Within 1/2 Mile to Water: 1
Project Facilities
Beach: 1
Pickle Ball: 1
Playground: 1
TV Cable: 1
Construction/Siding
Foundation On Piling: 1
Frame: 1
Roof Metal: 1
Siding Wood: 1
Utilities
Public Sewer: 1
Public Water: 1
TV Cable: 1
Underground: 1
Zoning
Resid Single Family: 1
Interior
Floor Hardwood: 1
Furnished - All: 1
Appliances
Dishwasher: 1
Dryer: 1
Range Hood: 1
Refrigerator W/IceMk: 1
Stove/Oven Dual Fuel: 1
Washer: 1
Energy
AC - 2 or More: 1
Bedroom
First: 1
Third: 1
Kitchen
First: 1
Rooms
Bedroom: 1
Den: 1
Exercise Room: 1
Kitchen: 1
Loft: 1
Fees Include
Accounting: 1
Internet Service: 1
Land Recreation: 1
Recreational Faclty: 1
Security: 1
TV Cable: 1
Location Tax and Legal
Area: 18 - 30A East
Street #: 486
Street Name: Forest
Street Suffix: Street
State: FL
Zip Code: 32459
County: Walton
Project Name/Subdivision: SEASIDE 04
Parcel ID: 15-3S-19-25120-00A-0100
Property Features
Construction Status: Construction Complete
Lot Features: Interior; Level; Restrictions; Within 1/2 Mile to Water
Zoning: Resid Single Family
Project Facilities: Beach; Pickle Ball; Playground; TV Cable
Interior: Floor Hardwood; Furnished - All
Appliances: Dishwasher; Dryer; Range Hood; Refrigerator W/IceMk; Stove/Oven Dual Fuel; Washer
Utilities: Public Sewer; Public Water; TV Cable; Underground
Energy: AC - 2 or More
Bedroom: First; Third
Kitchen: First
Rooms: Bedroom; Den; Exercise Room; Kitchen; Loft
Fees Include: Accounting; Internet Service; Land Recreation; Recreational Faclty; Security; TV Cable
Supplements
courtyard extend the living experience outdoors, perfect for additional dining or even a creative additioin of a pool. The cottage is a 1 bedroom 1 and 1/2 bath cottage with a first floor TV room and a second level Bath and Kitchenette and that third level bedroom nicely appointed. Get in Touch.
Room Information
Room Name Level Dimensions Length Width Remarks
BedroomFirst13 x 1413.0014.00
BedroomFirst11 x 1211.0012.00
DenFirst14 x 1214.0012.00
KitchenFirst9 x 99.009.00
BedroomThird14 x 1414.0014.00Tower Carriage Home
Exercise RoomFirst14 x 1414.0014.00Optional Space
LoftSecond11 x 1111.0011.00Main home Loft Sleeping area

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Last Updated: November - 25 - 2025

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