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 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.
Sold for $2,850,000 on 11/25/25
$2,850,000
486 Forest St, Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459
3beds
2,294sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1988
5,227.2 Square Feet Lot
$2,852,700 Zestimate®
$1,242/sqft
$4,348 Estimated rent
Home value
$2,852,700
$2.71M - $3.00M
$4,348/mo
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: November 25, 2025 at 04:18am
Listed by:
Jabbour Luxury Group jabbourluxury@scenicsir.com,
Scenic Sotheby's International Realty
Bought with:
Corey C Ledbetter, 3229843
Scenic Sotheby's International Realty
Source: ECAOR,MLS#: 977238
Originating MLS: Emerald Coast
Originating MLS: Emerald CoastFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Kitchen
- Level: First
Cooling
- AC - 2 or More
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Range Hood, Refrigerator W/IceMk, Stove/Oven Dual Fuel, Washer
Features
- Bedroom, Den, Exercise Room, Kitchen, Loft
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Furnished: Yes
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,294
- Total interior livable area: 2,294 sqft
Property
Features
- Stories: 1
- Pool features: Community
- Waterfront features: Beach
Lot
- Size: 5,227 sqft
- Dimensions: 70 x 75
- Features: Interior Lot, Level, Restrictions, Within 1/2 Mile to Water
Details
- Parcel number: 153S192512000A0100
- Zoning description: Resid Single Family
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Craftsman Style
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Foundation On Piling
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- Construction Complete
- Year built: 1988
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected, Underground Utilities
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Pickleball, Playground, TV Cable
Location
- Region: Santa Rosa Beach
- Subdivision: Seaside 04
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $6,076 annually
- Services included: Accounting, Internet, Land Recreation, Recreational Faclty, Security, Cable TV
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/25/2025 | Sold | $2,850,000-7.7%$1,242/sqft |
Source:  ECAOR #977238 | ||
| 10/24/2025 | Pending sale | $3,089,000$1,347/sqft |
Source: ECAOR #977238 | ||
| 9/11/2025 | Price change | $3,089,000-4.6%$1,347/sqft |
Source: ECAOR #977238 | ||
| 7/11/2025 | Price change | $3,239,000-7.5%$1,412/sqft |
Source: ECAOR #977238 | ||
| 4/12/2025 | Listed for sale | $3,500,000+10.8%$1,526/sqft |
Source: ECAOR #973696 | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $25,509 +25.5% | $2,792,645 +61.8% |
| 2023 | $20,330 +26% | $1,726,031 +10% |
| 2022 | $16,141 +16.9% | $1,569,119 +10% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 32459
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Bay Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 4 mi
- 8/10Emerald Coast Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.8 mi
- 8/10South Walton High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 4.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Bay
- Middle: Seaside
- 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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