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285 Tequesta Drive

Destin, FL 32541
bedrooms
3 Beds
bathrooms
2 Baths
square feet
1,823 Ft²
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About This Property

Move in ready! This lakefront home has recently been completely remodeled making it move in ready. This is a one story home located conveniently inside the gated community of the established neighborhood Emerald Lakes. The view of the community lake framed by the screened in lanai and the cathedral ceilings draw your eye straight through the home the moment you step inside. This home features an open split floor plan. The master suite has vaulted ceilings plus a sitting area with another view of the lake and access to the screened in lanai with true outdoor living space.  The master suite bath area has a large 6 X 13 custom walk-in closet, designed by closets by design, with tailored built in storage making smart use of every inch of space. The main bathroom has a new quartz vanity with a soaking tub and a separate tiled walk in shower. This kitchen is a chefs dream and is anchored with a gas stove and oven which opens to the great room which has a gas fireplace as an architectural focal point. This home has a newer roof and also has Hurricane shutters for added peace of mind. This home also boasts a large circular paver driveway adding to its spectacular curb appeal.
Unit Size
1,823 Ft²
Days on Market
36 days
Land Size
0.18 acres
Price per sqft
$359
Property Type
House
Property Taxes
$189
HOA Dues
-
Year Built
2002

Listed By

The Daniels Team
Keller Williams Success Realty
Jodi L Ketchersid
The Ketchersid Group LLC

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Price History

Date / Event Date Event Price
Aug 27, 2026 Price Increased $655,000
↑ $6K (0.9%)
Price Increased
Aug 23, 2026 Listed by The Ketchersid Group LLC $649,000
Listed by The Ketchersid Group LLC
Apr 8, 2026 Price Decreased $699,000
↓ $21K (2.9%)
Price Decreased
Nov 7, 2025 Listed by The Ketchersid Group LLC $720,000
Listed by The Ketchersid Group LLC
This lakefront home is one you do not want to miss, it has recently been remodeled, including all new LVP flooring, paint, surround sound and is completely move in ready. It is located conveniently inside the gated community of Emerald Lakes. This home features an open split floor plan. The master suite has vaulted ceilings plus a sitting area with an amazing view of the lake and access to the screened in porch. The master suite bath area has a large 6 X 13 custom walk-in closet, designed by closets by design, with tailored built in storage. The bathroom has a new quartz vanity with a soaking tub and a separate walk in shower. The kitchen is complete with a gas stove which opens to the great room. This home also has a large circular paver driveway and spectacular curb appeal.
Mar 15, 2023 Sold
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Property Highlights

Garage
Air Conditioning
Fireplace
Parking Details
Has Garage
Parking Features: Garage
Garage Spaces: 2
Interior Details
Full Bathrooms: 2
Interior Features: Breakfast Bar, Pantry, Ceiling Crwn Molding, Ceiling Vaulted, Lighting Recessed, Newly Painted, Pull Down Stairs, Split Bedroom, Upgraded Media Wing, Washer/Dryer Hookup
Appliances: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer, Gas Water Heater, Auto Garage Door Opn, Oven Self Cleaning, Smoke Detector, Stove/Oven Gas
Flooring Type: Laminate, Floor Tile
Rooms: 10
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Features: Fireplace Gas, Fireplace
Exterior Details
Square Footage: 1823
Property Condition: Renovated, Construction Complete
Architectural Style: Contemporary
Year Built: 2002
Waterfront Features: Lake Front
Building Area Total: 1823
Window Features: Double Pane Windows, Window Treatment All
Construction Materials: Stucco, Trim Vinyl
Patio and Porch Features: Patio, Porch, Screened
Pool Features: Pool Type
Lot Features: Level, Covenants, Restrictions, Storm Sewer, Within 1/2 Mile to Water
Lot Size Area: 0.18
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.18
Lot Size Square Feet: 7840.8
Lot Size Dimensions: 65x117x49x19x121
Water Source: Public
Financial Details
Tax Assessed Value: $355
Tax Annual Amount: $2,270
Utilities Details
Cooling Type: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Heating Type: Natural Gas
Sewer : Public Sewer

Building Info

Overview

    General

  • Year Built: 2002
  • Effective Year Built: 2002
  • 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: 573
  • Parking Space Count: 0
  • Patio Type: 5
  • Porch Type: 125
  • Pool Type: 0

    Dimensions

  • Lot Size Square Feet: 7,735
  • Total Building Area: 3,109
  • Gross Building Area: 3,109
  • Building Area: 1,823
  • Building Area Measurement: L

    Heating and Cooling

  • Fireplace Count: 1
  • Air Conditioning: 13
  • Heating: 4
  • Heated Square Feet: 1,823
  • Heating Fuel Type: 0

    Utilities

  • Sewer System: 0
  • Water Service: 0

Building

  • Building Type: 0
  • Property Class: R
  • Subdivision: EMERALD LAKES
  • Land Acres: 0000000178
  • Standard Land Use Code: 1001
  • County Land Use Code: 000100
  • State Land Use Code: 001
  • Legal Description 1: EMERALD LAKES PH II LOT 14 BLK C

Neighborhood

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

Geography

  • Assessors Map Reference: 47
  • Subdivision Phase Number: 2
  • Parcel: 00-2S-22-0980-000C-0140
  • Block: C
  • Lot: 14
  • Municipality: DESTIN FIRE DISTRICT
  • Latitude: 30.3933
  • Longitude: -86.4036

    Address

  • Full Address: 285 Tequesta Dr
  • Address - House Number: 285
  • 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: 2,331
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Amount: $276,891
  • Tax Rate Code Area: 009

    Appraisal Valuation

  • Standard Deviation: 0.1955
  • Valuation Date: Feb 21, 2024
  • Confidence Score: 73
  • Final Value: 654,246
  • High Value: 782,198
  • Low Value: 526,295

    Market Valuation

  • Market Total Value: $491,404
  • Market Land Value: $84,706
  • Market Improvement Value: $406,698

    Assessments Valuation

  • Assessed Year: 2023
  • Assessed Total Value: $297,596

    Sales

  • Current Sale Contract Date: Mar 15, 2023
  • Current Sale Recording Date: Mar 15, 2023
  • Current Sale Price:
  • Current Sale Document Type: 71
  • Current Sale Input Document Number: 3611653
  • Previous Sale Recording Date: Jul 21, 2014
  • Previous Sale Contract Date: Jul 21, 2014
  • Previous Sale Amount: $307,000
  • Previous Sale Document Type: 71
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When was property at 285 Tequesta Drive built and last sold?
The property at 285 Tequesta Drive was built in 2002 and last sold on Mar 15, 2023 for $600,000.
How much is this home worth?
The estimated value of the home located at 285 Tequesta Drive is $651,456.
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