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$751,400
● House - Off Market

261 Tequesta Drive

Destin, FL 32541
bedrooms
3 Beds
bathrooms
3 Baths
square feet
2,176 Ft²
$4,636
Est. Monthly
$375
HOA / Fees
1.57%
Cap Rate

About This Property

Come see this beautifully updated custom built lakefront home in the private gated community of Emerald Lakes. You'll find travertine flooring throughout and a unique floorplan with a 3 way split bedroom design and 3 FULL baths. As you enter, the majestic columns draw your eye to the 10 and 12 ft. ceilings. You'll notice many architectural details in this transitional mediterranean modern design that add character to the home such as the beautiful tile and woodwork surrounding the fireplace and the large windows in the living room that give it a bright and airy feel. Enjoy both a formal dining space as well as an eat-in kitchen with gorgeous lake views, granite countertops, penny tile backsplash and stainless steel appliances including a wine cooler and warm wood accents such as open shelving and a beamed ceiling. You can also access the screened side porch to enjoy your morning cup of coffee listening to the soothing fountain and enjoying lake views amid your own tropical paradise. The huge master suite offers a sitting area with windows framing the lake and fountain. You'll love the adjoining master bath complete with a beautiful tiled shower, whirlpool tub and walk-in closet. This unique one of a kind property has been impeccably renovated with an abundance of upgrades including a custom glazed faux finished stamped concrete screened porch, patio and driveway, is wired for a whole house and exterior surround sound system, and a sprinkler system (well) with feeders, drip heads for flower beds and potted plants. The 2 car garage with epoxy finished floor leads into the laundry room complete with washer and dryer. The amenities of Emerald Lakes include a premier community pool, fabulous playground, tennis and basketball courts. Roof was replaced in 2021 and HVAC is 2015. Come take a look at this gorgeous home in a premier Destin location today!
Unit Size
2,176 Ft²
Days on Market
-
Land Size
0.19 acres
Price per sqft
$349
Property Type
House
Property Taxes
$529
HOA Dues
$375
Year Built
2001

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Last updated: 2 years ago (ECAR MLS #953428)

Price History

Date / Event Date Event Price
Mar 10, 2025 Sold
Sold
Jun 28, 2024 Listed by Carriage Hills Realty Inc $759,900
Listed by Carriage Hills Realty Inc
May 29, 2021 No longer available -
No longer available
May 24, 2021 Listed $699,200
Listed
CUSTOM, LAKEFRONT, IMMACULATELY DESIGNED & MAINTAINED HOME W/NEW ROOF IN GATED S/D. Large columns, 12 & 10 ft ceilings & mostly new large, angled travertine flooring take center stage. Bright & luxurious, this highly stylized one-of-a-kind Home w/unique floor plan has been designed for comfort & to capture gorgeous lake views. 3 dining areas offer flexibility while the large living area embraces fireside comfort. Unique in color, new granite counters & backsplash provide a regal backdrop for the custom bar area & SS appliances. Offering a split floor plan, the luxurious master wing, w/calming lake views, adjoins the huge master bath w/stunning new shower, jetted tub & his/her vanities. The other 2 BRs, each w/gorgeous new bathrooms, sit in separate wings.Elegant finishes compliment The manager has listed the unit size as 2176 square feet.
Jun 11, 2002 Sold
Sold

Property Highlights

Garage
Air Conditioning
Fireplace

Building Info

Overview

    General

  • Year Built: 2001
  • Effective Year Built: 2001
  • Building Count: 1
  • Bedroom Count: 3
  • Bathroom Count: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Partial Bathrooms: 2
  • Building Condition: 0
  • Building Quality: 9
  • Construction Type: 0
  • Building Style: 0
  • Exterior Walls Type: 17
  • Interior Walls Type: 3
  • Roof Shape Type: 9
  • Roof Cover Type: 21
  • Floor Count: 100
  • Living Units: 1
  • Floor Cover: 13
  • Basement Type: 0
  • Basement Area: 0
  • Garage Type: 1
  • Garage Square Area: 506
  • Parking Space Count: 0
  • Patio Type: 20
  • Porch Type: 4
  • Pool Type: 0

    Dimensions

  • Lot Size Square Feet: 8,144
  • Total Building Area: 2,682
  • Gross Building Area: 2,910
  • Building Area: 2,176
  • Building Area Measurement: L

    Heating and Cooling

  • Fireplace Count: 1
  • Air Conditioning: 1
  • Heating: 4
  • Heated Square Feet: 2,176
  • Heating Fuel Type: 0

    Utilities

  • Sewer System: 0
  • Water Service: 0

Building

  • Building Type: 0
  • Property Class: R
  • Subdivision: EMERALD LAKES PH II
  • Land Acres: 0000000187
  • Standard Land Use Code: 1001
  • County Land Use Code: 000100
  • Legal Description 1: EMERALD LAKES PH II LOT 2 BLK C

Neighborhood

  • School District Name: Okaloosa County School District
  • Census Tract: 023308

Geography

  • Assessors Map Reference: MAP 4
  • Subdivision Phase Number: 2
  • Parcel: 00-2S-22-0980-000C-0020
  • Block: 59
  • Lot: 2
  • Municipality: DESTIN FIRE DISTRICT
  • Latitude: 30.3918
  • Longitude: -86.4022

    Address

  • Full Address: 261 Tequesta Dr
  • Address - House Number: 261
  • Address - Street Name: Tequesta
  • Address - Suffix Type: Dr
  • State: FL
  • City Name: Destin
  • Carrier Code: C011
  • 4-Digit Zip Code: 4762
  • Zip Code: 32541

Valuation

    Tax

  • Total Area: 2,605
  • Tax Year: 2022
  • Tax Amount: $545,565
  • Tax Rate Code Area: 009

    Appraisal Valuation

  • Standard Deviation: 0.1956
  • Valuation Date: Nov 09, 2022
  • Confidence Score: 73
  • Final Value: 782,925
  • High Value: 936,109
  • Low Value: 629,741

    Market Valuation

  • Market Total Value: $320,049
  • Market Land Value: $70,624
  • Market Improvement Value: $249,425

    Assessments Valuation

  • Assessed Year: 2021
  • Assessed Total Value: $320,049
  • Assessed Land Value: $70,624
  • Assessed Improvements Value: $249,425

    Sales

  • Current Sale Contract Date: Sep 16, 2021
  • Current Sale Recording Date: Sep 20, 2021
  • Current Sale Price:
  • Current Sale Document Type: 71
  • Current Sale Input Document Number: 3490089
  • Previous Sale Recording Date: Jun 11, 2002
  • Previous Sale Contract Date: Jun 07, 2002
  • Previous Sale Amount: $215,000
  • Previous Sale Document Type: 71
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When was property at 261 Tequesta Drive built and last sold?
The property at 261 Tequesta Drive was built in 2001 and last sold on Sep 16, 2021 for $699,200.
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The estimated value of the home located at 261 Tequesta Drive is $762,338.
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