1861 Backwater Rd

Port St. Joe, FL 32456

$469,900
Price
4
Beds
1,799 Sq. Ft.
$261 / Sq. Ft.
1,799
Sq. Ft.
$261
per Sq. Ft.
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Description

Welcome to 1861 Backwater Road, located at the enchanting Windmark Beach community in Port St. Joe, Florida. The Rhett is one of our popular one-story floor plans used in many communities in this area. With this 4 bedroom, 2 bath home, you will see 1,799 square feet of spacious living perfect for a small family to enjoy comfortably. As you walk inside the Rhett, you will see the long main hallway leading you to the open living room and kitchen. The 9' ceilings throughout the home open up your living...Welcome to 1861 Backwater Road, located at the enchanting Windmark Beach community in Port St. Joe, Florida. The Rhett is one of our popular one-story floor plans used in many communities in this area. With this 4 bedroom, 2 bath home, you will see 1,799 square feet of spacious living perfect for a small family to enjoy comfortably. As you walk inside the Rhett, you will see the long main hallway leading you to the open living room and kitchen. The 9' ceilings throughout the home open up your living space with tray ceilings in the primary bedroom and living room as an added feature. Engineered vinyl plank flooring throughout the home offer a sleek, low-maintenance way to keep your floors looking new and easy to clean from sandy days at the beach. The kitchen and bathrooms feature granite countertops and white cabinetry, a walk-in pantry, and a large island ideal for family and guests to enjoy your meals together. The primary bedroom has its own bathroom featuring a spacious walk-in closet, a double vanity, and a separate walk-in shower and soaking tub. Each room in the house has large windows that allow plenty of natural light in to brighten your mood and home. The exterior of this home features Hardie Color Plus Siding and is uniquely engineered to stand up to the harshest elements from wind, rain, fire, freezing temperatures, and hail. Dimensional shingles with 30-year warranty. A landscaped front flower bed at entry way and fully sodded yard. Our Windmark community features underground utilities making it less susceptible to damage from severe weather leading to fewer outages and more reliable service. The Rhett features a covered lanai back patio with a covered front porch. Located directly across from the Gulf, you will find beautiful beaches within walking distance, and local restaurants close by. These homes offer easy access to Tyndall Air Force Base (21.7 miles away), Panama City Beach (39 miles away), and downtown Port St. Joe (only 6 miles away). Enjoy all that Windmark Beach has to offer featuring a town center complete with food, shopping, a gym, and more! There are sidewalks, boardwalks, bike paths, golf cart paths, and multiple beach accesses along with two large community pools and breathtaking views of the Gulf! Schedule an appointment to tour Windmark Beach today!
  1. Listed by Mark A Miles • DR Horton Realty of Emerald Coast, LLC
  2. Listed by Paul Hanlon • DR Horton Realty of Emerald Coast, LLC

Property Details for 1861 Backwater Road

Architectural Style
Craftsman
Parking Features
Garage, Garage Door Opener
Subdivision Name
Windmark
Zoning Description
Resid Single Family
LISTING UPDATED: 02/12/2026 12:54 PM

Property Details for 1861 Backwater Road

StatusActive
MLS #785066
Days on Market51
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence / Single Family Residence
Year Built2026
Lot Size0.11 AC / 4,791 SF
CountyGulf County
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Building Information for 1861 Backwater Road

Stories-Year Built2026Building Size-Lot Size0.11 AC / 4,791 SF

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$2,366

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Property Information for 1861 Backwater Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • City: Port St Joe
  • County Or Parish: Gulf
  • Directions: Traveling on Hwy 98 leaving Mexico Beach, turn right on Flat Water St West. Home will be on the right hand side.
  • State Region: FL
  • Postal Code: 32456
  • Latitude: 29.87741
  • Longitude: -85.34541
  • State Or Province: FL
  • Road Frontage Type: City Street, Highway
  • Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
  • MLS Area Major: 07 - Gulf County
  • MLS Area Minor: 0704 - Gulf County - Port St. Joe
  • Accessibility Features: Smart Technology
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Parcel Number: 04229-238R
  • Association: Yes
  • Tax Legal Description: S9 T7S R11W WINDMARK NORTH PHASE II (PB 8 PG 66-69) LOT 110 ORB 847/233 SW FR WMOZ LLC MAP 31
School Information
  • Elementary School: Port St. Joe
  • High School: Port St. Joe
  • Middle Or Junior School: Port St. Joe
Parking
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage: Yes
Property
Lot Information
  • Building Area Total: 1799.0
  • Lot Features: Paved
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.11
  • Lot Size Area: 0.11
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 50x95
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 4748.0
  • Living Area Source: Plans
Property and Assessments
  • Year Built: 2026
  • New Construction: Yes
  • Human Modified: No
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Connected, Electricity Available, High Speed Internet Available, Underground Utilities
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Outdoor Shower, Rain Gutters
  • Pool Features: Community
  • Association Amenities: Beach Rights, Gazebo, Barbecue, Picnic Area
  • Community Features: Barbecue, Beach, Clubhouse, Dock, Fitness Center, Playground, Park, Pool, Shopping, Community Pool, Short Term Rental Allowed
  • Construction Materials: Hardiplank Type
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Patio, Porch
  • Security Features: Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Security Guard, Smoke Detectors, Security Service
  • Roof: Shingle
Interior Features
  • Flooring: Luxury Vinyl Plank
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Total: 2
  • Bedrooms Total: 4
  • Rooms Total: 7
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Cooling: Central Air, Ceiling Fans
  • Heating: Yes
  • Heating: Central, Electric, Forced Air
  • Appliances: Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Plumbed For Ice Maker
  • Interior Features: Smart Home, Smart Thermostat
  • Window Features: Double Pane Windows
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Description: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Dimensions: 11.1 x 14.11
  • Room Length: 11.1
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 14.11
Room 2
  • Room Dimensions: 11.7 x 12.7
  • Room Length: 11.7
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 12.7
Room 3
  • Room Dimensions: 9 x 12
  • Room Length: 9.0
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 12.0
Room 4
  • Room Dimensions: 10.11 x 12.9
  • Room Length: 10.11
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 12.9
Room 5
  • Room Dimensions: 11 x 11.7
  • Room Length: 11.0
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Width: 11.7
Room 6
  • Room Dimensions: 15.3 x 16.3
  • Room Length: 15.3
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Width: 16.3
Room 7
  • Room Dimensions: 18.1 x 10.4
  • Room Length: 18.1
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Width: 10.4
Multi Family
Multi-Family Information
  • Units Furnished: None
Mobile Home
Mobile Home Information
  • Mobile Dim Units: Feet
Rental
Rental Information
  • Occupant Type: Vacant

Property History for 1861 Backwater Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Feb 11, 2026

Listed (Active)

CPAR #785066

$469,900—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
02/11/2026

Listed (Active)

CPAR #785066

$469,900

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

Public Records for 1861 Backwater Road

Taxable ValueLand$45,000Additions-Total$45,000
Tax Record2025$654 ($55 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Lot Size4,835 SqFtStyleMiscellaneous Vacant LandCountyGULFAPN04229-238R

Schools near 1861 Backwater Road

This home is within Gulf.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Port St. Joe Elementary School
Public - PK to 5
Port St. Joe High School
Public - 6 to 12
Gulf Virtual Franchise
Public - 9 to 12
Gulf Apex
Public - 7 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Port St. Joe Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Port St. Joe High School
Public6 to 12

Gulf Virtual Franchise
Public9 to 12

Gulf Apex
Public7 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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More information about 1861 Backwater Road, Port St. Joe, FL 32456

1861 Backwater Road is a single family home for sale in Port St. Joe, FL 32456. This property was listed for sale on February 11, 2026 by DR Horton Realty of Emerald Coast, LLC, it's currently listed at $469,900. This listing's school district is Gulf. Nearby schools include Port St. Joe Elementary School, Port St. Joe High School and Gulf Virtual Franchise. 1861 Backwater Road is a 4-bed, 2-bath, 1,799 sqft single family home built in 2026.

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