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3 beds2,487 sqft

1848 E County Highway 30A, Unit 9, Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459

CondoProperty Type
2001Year Built
$1,327/sq ftPrice per sq ft
$9,884 / quarterHOA Fees
1 carParking Spaces

Description

Beachfront Ease in the Heart of WaterColor! Wake up to the sound of the Gulf just beyond your window. This spacious 3-bedroom, 3.5-bath condo is perched directly on the beach in WaterColor and offers a rare blend of comfort, privacy, and convenience. Inside, the two-level layout creates room to relax and entertain. Downstairs, a cozy living space welcomes guests or provides a quiet hideaway. Upstairs, the open-concept main living area captures gorgeous views and connects seamlessly with the refreshed...Beachfront Ease in the Heart of WaterColor! Wake up to the sound of the Gulf just beyond your window. This spacious 3-bedroom, 3.5-bath condo is perched directly on the beach in WaterColor and offers a rare blend of comfort, privacy, and convenience. Inside, the two-level layout creates room to relax and entertain. Downstairs, a cozy living space welcomes guests or provides a quiet hideaway. Upstairs, the open-concept main living area captures gorgeous views and connects seamlessly with the refreshed kitchen—perfect for casual gatherings or sunset dinners. The primary suite and guest en-suite are thoughtfully positioned on the upper floor, offering both privacy and proximity to the heart of the home. An elevator brings you directly to the second-floor entry-no stairs, no hassle. From your front door, you're minutes to the expanded Beach Club, the Watercolor Inn, Gulf front restaurants, and a variety of boutique shops and dining spots. The workout facility is also nearby. Watercolor amenities are unparalleled - including the completely renovated Camp Watercolor for the younger set. With two reserved parking spacesone covered, one openthis is beach living with everything in place.
  • Listed by: Karen M Wagner 850.830.5374 karen.wagner@watersound.com • Watersound Real Estate
Listing closed: 12/30/2025 12:00 AM • Source: ECAR, MLS#: 979469
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Property Information for 1848 East County Highway 30A, Unit 9

Property Details

  • Taxes: $22,170 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Condominium
  • Waterfront Features: Gulf
  • View: Gulf
  • Subdivision Name: Watercolor
  • Waterfront YN: Yes

Building Information

  • Building/Complex: 1848 E County Highway 30a
  • Stories: 3
  • Year Built: 2001

Summary

Location and General Information
  • Community Features: Pickle Ball, Beach, Deed Access, Elevators, Exercise Room, Pavillion/Gazebo, Pets Allowed, Playground, Pool, Tennis, TV Cable, Waterfront
  • Directions: From the stop sign at 30A and Goldenrod Circle in Watercolor, head south. Follow Goldenrod Circle past Watercolor Inn to condo building on the right. Park in either garage or outdoor space marked ''9.''
  • MLS Area Minor: 1806 - S of of 30A/East
  • MLS Area Major: 18 - 30A East
  • Latitude: 30.321377
  • Longitude: -86.143722
  • Location Tax and Legal:Sub Area: 1806 - S of of 30A/East
  • Location Tax and Legal:Elementary School: Van R Butler
  • Location Tax and Legal:Middle School: Emerald Coast
  • Location Tax and Legal:High School: South Walton
  • Location Tax and Legal:Legal Description: Unit 9, Watercolor Beachside Condominium, according to the Declaration of Condominium recorded in O.R. Book 2931, Page 4104 of the Public Records of Walton County, FL as may be amended, together with an undivided interest in the common elements.
  • Project Facilities: Beach, Deed Access, Elevators, Exercise Room, PavillionGazebo2, Pets Allowed2, Pickle Ball, Playground, Pool2, Short Term Rental - Allowed, Tennis, TV Cable3, Waterfront
Taxes and HOA
  • Association Fee Frequency: Quarterly
  • Association Fee Includes: Accounting, Ground Keeping, Legal, Recreational Faclty, Security, Cable TV, Trash
  • Association Fee2: $9,884
  • Tax Legal Description: Unit 9, Watercolor Beachside Condominium, according to the Declaration of Condominium recorded in O.R. Book 2931, Page 4104 of the Public Records of Walton County, FL as may be amended, together with an undivided interest in the common elements.
  • Parcel Number: 15-3S-19-25409-000-0090
  • Association Fee: $0
  • Association YN: Yes
  • Tax Annual Amount: $22,170
  • Listing Info Tax Legal:Last Taxes: $22,170
  • Listing Info Tax Legal:Last Tax Year: 2024.0
School Information
  • Elementary School: Van R Butler
  • Middle Or Junior School: Emerald Coast
  • High School: South Walton
Parking
  • Carport YN: No
  • Attached Garage YN: Yes
  • Parking Features: Other
  • Garage Spaces: 1.0
  • General Property Info:Driveway Spaces: 1.0
  • General Property Info:Assigned Spaces: 2.0
  • Parking Features: Garage Attached, Other3

Property

Lot Information
  • Building Area Source: Appraiser
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Property Condition: Construction Complete
  • Building Area Total: 2487.0
  • General Property Info:SqFt Source: Appraiser
  • Waterfront: Gulf
  • Waterview: Gulf2
Property and Assessments
  • Tax Year: 2024.0
  • Floor Plans Count: 0.0
  • Property Type: Residential, Condo
  • Year Built: 2001.0
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • New Construction YN: No
  • General Property Info:Sub-Type: Condominium
  • General Property Info:Design: N/A
  • General Property Info:Pre-Const Flip: false
  • Listing Info Tax Legal:Homestead: false
  • Construction Status: Construction Complete
  • Construction Siding: Roof Metal, Siding CmntFbrHrdBrd
  • Occupancy Status: Vacation Rental
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Electric, Gas - Natural, Phone, Public Water, TV Cable
  • Electric: True
  • Utilities: Electric, Gas - Natural, Phone2, Public Sewer, Public Water, TV Cable
  • Energy: AC - Central Elect, Heat Cntrl Electric

Interior and Exterior Features

Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Balcony
  • Construction Materials: Siding CmntFbrHrdBrd
  • Pool Features: Pool Type
  • Stories Total: 3.0
  • General Property Info:Stories In Unit: 2.0
  • General Property Info:Stories in Building: 3.0
  • General Property Info:Unit Floors Above Ground: 2.0
  • General Property Info:Pool: Yes
  • General Property Info:Pool Type: Community
  • Exterior: Balcony
Interior Features
  • Heating: Central
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Interior Features: Breakfast Bar, Ceiling Crwn Molding, Woodwork Painted
  • Flooring: Floor Hardwood, Floor Tile
  • Window Features: Window Treatment All
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom, Living Room, Dining Room, Bedroom
  • Rooms Total: 6.0
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 4.0
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 3.5
  • Bathrooms Total Notational: 3.1
  • Cooling YN: Yes
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Bedrooms Total: 3.0
  • Bathrooms Full: 3.0
  • Bathrooms Half: 1.0
  • Interior: Breakfast Bar, Ceiling Crwn Molding, Floor Hardwood, Floor Tile, Furnished - All, Window Treatment All, Woodwork Painted
  • Appliances: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Microwave, Oven Self Cleaning, Range Hood, Refrigerator
  • Furnished: Furnished - All

Room Information

Room 1
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Length: 15.0
  • Room Width: 14.0
  • Room Dimensions: 15 x 14
Room 2
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Length: 16.0
  • Room Width: 15.0
  • Room Dimensions: 16 x 15
Room 3
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Length: 18.0
  • Room Width: 16.0
  • Room Dimensions: 18 x 16
Room 4
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Length: 16.0
  • Room Width: 11.0
  • Room Dimensions: 16 x 11
Room 5
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Length: 15.0
  • Room Width: 14.0
  • Room Dimensions: 15 x 14
Room 6
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Width: 12.0
  • Room Dimensions: 12 x 12

Rental

Rent Information
  • General Property Info:Immediate Occupancy: true
  • Listing Info Tax Legal:Is Subject Leased: false

Property History for 1848 East County Highway 30A, Unit 9

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Dec 30, 2025

Sold

ECAR #979469

$3,300,000—
Nov 28, 2025

Pending

ECAR #979469

—
Nov 7, 2025

Price Change

ECAR #979469

$3,600,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
12/30/2025

Sold

ECAR #979469

$3,300,000
11/28/2025

Pending

ECAR #979469

—
11/07/2025

Price Change

ECAR #979469

$3,600,000

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Schools near 1848 East County Highway 30A, Unit 9

This home is within Walton County School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Charter - 5 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Dune Lakes Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Emerald Coast Middle School
Public6 to 8

South Walton High School
Public9 to 12

Seaside Neighborhood School
Charter5 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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