Welcome to a coastal sanctuary that combines modern sophistication with timeless beachside charm. This expansive home has been meticulously renovated over 24 months, ensuring every detail reflects quality, care, and elegance. Thoughtfully designed for multi-generational living, this property offers the perfect setting for full-time residence, an unforgettable vacation retreat, or a lucrative rental investment.The heart of the home is its seamless blend of indoor and outdoor living spaces. Over 1,600 square feet of porches and decks extend the living area, offering multiple seating zones for relaxation and entertainment. From al fresco dining on the second-floor balcony to lounging by the large, fenced-in private pool, every corner invites you to unwind in style. The poolside area, complete with AstroTurf landscaping, a fireplace, and an outdoor TV, feels like your personal resort.
Inside, the home features nine bright and spacious bedrooms, each with its own private bath, ensuring both comfort and privacy for all guests. The rooms are all professionally decorated and fully furnished, exuding chic coastal charm. A gourmet kitchen with professional-grade appliances and expansive indoor and outdoor dining spaces make hosting a pleasure.
A fourth-floor sunset deck provides a breathtaking vantage point to soak in panoramic Gulf views, creating the perfect backdrop for cherished memories. Exclusive features like a private elevator, a game room, and driveway parking for six add convenience and luxury.
Nestled in the picturesque Blue Mountain Beach neighborhood, this home is just a short stroll from the Gulfview Heights Beach Access. The area's natural beauty, from the swaying blue lupine flowers to its elevated Gulf views, offers a serene escape. Local attractions, top-rated dining, and charming shops are just minutes away, making every day an adventure.
Whether you're seeking a permanent coastal haven or a turnkey vacation rental, this home delivers on all fronts. Schedule your visit today to experience one of the most thoughtfully designed and luxurious properties south of 30A. This home is being sold fully furnished.
Pending
$4,195,000
53 Buddy St, Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459
9beds
7,417sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 2000
-- sqft lot
$-- Zestimate®
$566/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Large fenced-in private poolChic coastal charmPanoramic gulf viewsOutdoor tvGame roomAstroturf landscapingFourth-floor sunset deck
- 399 days |
- 293 |
- 17 |
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: December 16, 2025 at 02:51am
Listed by:
John D Sullivan 850-376-7778,
Watersound Real Estate,
Harman, Jones, Sullivan 850-213-5170,
Watersound Real Estate
Source: ECAOR,MLS#: 963643
Originating MLS: Emerald Coast
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 9
- Bathrooms: 11
- Full bathrooms: 9
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Third
Kitchen
- Level: Second
Living room
- Level: Second
Cooling
- AC - 2 or More
Appliances
- Included: Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Stove/Oven Dual Fuel, Washer, Wine Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater
Features
- Elevator, Kitchen Island, Renovated, Bedroom, Dining Area, Kitchen, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Recreation Room
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Furnished: Yes
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total structure area: 7,417
- Total interior livable area: 7,417 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Carport, Attached, Garage
- Has attached garage: Yes
Features
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Porch Open, Terrace
- Exterior features: Balcony, Barbecue
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Private, Heated, In Ground
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Gulf
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Gulf
Lot
- Features: Within 1/2 Mile to Water
Details
- Additional structures: Pavillion/Gazebo
- Parcel number: 023S203409000D0170
- Zoning description: Resid Single Family
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Beach House
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Siding CmntFbrHrdBrd
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- Construction Complete
- Year built: 2000
Utilities & green energy
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Natural Gas Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Gulfview Heights
Location
- Region: Santa Rosa Beach
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $566/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $4,713,955
- Annual tax amount: $38,833
- Date on market: 11/24/2024
- Cumulative days on market: 650 days
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/16/2025 | Pending sale | $4,195,000$566/sqft |
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| 8/11/2025 | Price change | $4,195,000-2%$566/sqft |
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| 6/25/2025 | Price change | $4,279,000-2.1%$577/sqft |
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| 4/21/2025 | Price change | $4,370,000-2.8%$589/sqft |
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| 3/3/2025 | Price change | $4,494,0000%$606/sqft |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $38,833 +44.6% | $3,842,010 +47% |
| 2023 | $26,854 +31.6% | $2,614,475 +48.5% |
| 2022 | $20,414 +30.1% | $1,761,007 +8.6% |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$25,500/mo
Principal & interest
$20781
Property taxes
$3251
Home insurance
$1468
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 32459
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Bay Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 8.7 mi
- 8/10Emerald Coast Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 6.4 mi
- 8/10South Walton High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Van R Butler
- Middle: Emerald Coast
- 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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