Address
1242 Emerald Bay Drive, Destin, FL
Price
$ 2,149,900
Property Attributes
- MLS#1013268
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status Active
- CountyOkaloosa
- CityDestin
- AreaDestin
- NeighborhoodEMERALD BAY WEST
- Zip32541
- StyleMediterranean
- Year Built1996
- Price$ 2,149,900
- Bedrooms3
- Full Bathrooms2
- Half Bathrooms2
- Sqr Footage2759
- Lot Size0.62 Acres
Data Source:
Emerald Coast MLS (ECAR)
Property Description
Exceptional Bayfront living in the heart of Destin! Set on .62-acre w/113 ft of waterfront, this gorgeous 3 BR + Office Home offers space, privacy, sweeping Bay views & an outstanding Emerald Bay location--all at a compelling price! Waterfront here isn't just the view--it's the lifestyle. Start your mornings w/coffee overlooking the bay, spend afternoons poolside watching boats pass by & end the day w/cocktails as the sky changes color over the bay. Inside, walls of glass spanning the back of the home, bring the Bay into every main living space & fill the interior w/natural light. The open floor plan offers 2 spacious living areas, elec fireplace, formal dining & casual dining off the kitchen. In both living areas, sliding glass doors disappear into the walls, opening the home to the screened pool, spa & waterfront beyond, creating an exceptional indoor/outdoor setting for entertaining. Taking center stage is the stunning, newer kitchen w/an oversized island, quartzite counters, SS appliances including Z-line GAS stove w/6 burners/griddle & double oven, wine cooler & dramatic floor-to-ceiling custom cabinetry! Whether hosting a houseful of friends or enjoying a quiet evening overlooking the bay, this is a kitchen designed to be the heart of the home. The split-BR floor plan provides excellent privacy. The spacious Bayfront primary suite allows you to wake to Bay views & features 2 walk-in closets & a generous bath w/2 sinks, soaking tub & separate walk-in shower. Two add' bedrooms are located on the other side of the home each with its own adjoining half bath and access to a newly remodeled shared shower. A separate office and additional half bath add flexibility for working from home or accommodating guests. Other features include newer LVP flooring throughout the majority of the home, NEW high impact gorgeous glass paneled front doors, NEW fireplace and sprinkler system with new irrigation pump. Outside, is where this property truly comes to life. The screen-enclosed in-ground pool and spa create a private Bayfront retreat with plenty of room for entertaining, lounging and enjoying Florida's year-round outdoor lifestyle. Beyond the pool, the expansive backyard leads to 113 ft of Bayfront shoreline--imagine stepping outside for an evening by the water and/or adding a dock and having your boat waiting just beyond your backyard. Beyond its beautiful setting and thoughtful floor plan, the home offers important updates for added peace of mind, including HVAC systems replaced in 2023 and 2025, a 2021 gas water heater, added insulation and newer glass throughout the windows. Solar panels provide an additional advantage, with the current owner reporting a fixed electric payment of approximately $185 per month--representing significant annual electrical savings! The home also benefits from comprehensive Sentricon termite protection by Florida Pest Control with the perimeter professionally trenched & foundation areas drilled & treated, another valuable layer of protection & peace of mind for the next owner. Combined with the beautifully renovated kitchen, remodeled 2nd bathroom with shared custom shower, newer LVP flooring and new high impact custom front doors, many of the home's significant improvements have already been completed. Located within the sought-after gated community of Emerald Bay, residents enjoy a beautiful golf-course setting with a low HOA. Shopping, dining, schools and everything Destin has to offer are just minutes away. Bayfront mornings. Poolside afternoons. Sunset evenings. 113 feet of waterfront on more than half an acre--right in the heart of Destin. This is more than a home; it's the Destin lifestyle and an opportunity that won't last long.
| Elementary School | Middle School | High School |
|---|---|---|
| Destin Elementary School | Destin Middle School | Fort Walton Beach High School |
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 10/4/2026 | Listed $2,149,900 |
General Features
| Utilities | Electric,Gas - Natural,Phone,Public Water,TV Cable,Underground |
|---|---|
| Zoning | Resid Single Family |
| Property Subtype | Detached Single Family |
| Community Features | Community Room,Gated Community,Golf,Pool,Tennis,Waterfront |
| County | Okaloosa |
| Property Type | Residential |
| Subdivision Name | EMERALD BAY WEST |
| Status | Active |
| Buyer Financing | Conventional |
| Directions | From Hwy 98 enter Emerald Bay. Follow Emerald Bay Drive almost all the way to the end and right after you enter the private section of the subdivision whose sign says: ''Emerald Bay West'' home will be on your right. |
| High School | Fort Walton Beach |
| City | Destin |
| MLS Area | 14 - Destin |
| Lot Size Units | Acres |
| Lot Size Square Feet | 27007.2 |
| Elementary School | Destin |
| Middle/Junior High School | Destin |
| MLS Area Minor | 1402 - Destin East of Hwy 293/Midbay Bridge Rd |
| Standard Status | Active |
| Sewer | Public Sewer |
| View | Bay |
| Waterfront Features | Bay |
| Heating | Natural Gas |
| Cooling | Ceiling Fans,Central Air |
| Garage Spaces | 2 |
| Patio/Porch Features | Patio Covered,Patio Open,Porch Screened |
| Architectural Style | Mediterranean |
| Construction Materials | Stucco |
| Year Built | 1996 |
| Stories Count | 1 |
| New Construction | false |
| Attached Garage | true |
| Total Rooms | 11 |
| Carport Y/N | false |
| Property Condition | Construction Complete |
| Association Fee Includes | Accounting,Ground Keeping,Management,Recreational Faclty,Security |
| Pool Features | Pool - In-Ground,Pool Type |
| HOA | true |
| Energy Efficient | Doors |
| Security Features | Fire Alarm/Sprinkler |
Interior Features
| Total Baths | 4 |
|---|---|
| Interior Amenities | Breakfast Bar,Ceiling Raised,Ceiling Vaulted,Kitchen Island,Lighting Recessed,Shelving,Split Bedroom,Washer/Dryer Hookup,Woodwork Painted |
| Flooring | Floor Tile,Floor Vinyl,Floor WW Carpet |
| Air Conditioning Y/N | true |
| Heating Y/N | true |
| Window Features | Double Pane Windows,Solar Screens |
| Fireplace Features | Fireplace Gas |
| Fireplace Y/N | true |
Exterior Features
| Lot Features | Bulkhead/Seawall,Covenants,Dead End,Level,Within 1/2 Mile to Water,Wooded |
|---|---|
| Lot Size Area | 0.62 |
| Lot Dimensions | 113X250 |
| Lot Size Acres | 0.62 |
| Road Surface Type | Paved |
| Waterfront Y/N | true |
| Exterior Amenities | Hot Tub,Hurricane Shutters,Lawn Pump,Sprinkler System |
| Fencing | Fenced Lot-Part |
| Foundation Details | Slab |
| Building Area Total | 2759 |
| Parking Features | Boat,Guest |
| Total Parking | 8 |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
Property vs Single Family Average in 32541
Price
Year Built
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