261 Bartons Way W

Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459

$1,525,000
Price
4
Beds
2,288 Sq. Ft.
$667 / Sq. Ft.
2,288
Sq. Ft.
$667
per Sq. Ft.
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261 Bartons Way
Gated - Private - Beach 30A
Home Location - Private Beach Access
Front Porch
Front Porch
Additional Parking - Driveway
Livingroom
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Open Living Space
kitchen
Kitchen
Kitchen
kitchen
dinning area
dinning area
Master Bedroom
Master Bedroom
Master Bedroom
Master Bedroom
Master Bedroom - Desk Area
Outdoor Area - Master Bedroom
Patio - Master Bedroom
Patio - Master Bedroom
Patio - Master Bedroom
Master Bedroom Bathroom
Bedroom 2 - Second Floor
Master Bedroom Bathroom
Master Bedroom Bathroom
Bedroom 2 - Second Floor
Bedroom 2 - Second Floor
Bedroom 2 - Second Floor
Bedroom 4 - Bunkbeds
Bedroom 4 - Bunkbeds
Bedroom 4 - Bunkbeds
Bedroom 4 - Bunkbeds
2nd Bathroom Uptairs
Bedroom 1 - Downstairs
Bedroom 1 - Downstairs
3rd Bathroom - Downstrairs
Gated Entrance
Tennis Court
Tennis Court
Pool 1 Amenities
Pool 1 Amenities
Pool 2 Amenities
Pool 2 Amenities
Laundry room and Storage
House
wrap-around porch
Front Entrance -
Outdoor Area
Outdoor Area
Outdoor Area - Night
Private Beach Access
Private Beach Access
Private Beach Access
Private Beach Access
Front Patio
2nd floor wrap-around porch
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House - wrap-around porch
2nd floor wrap-around porch
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wrap-around porch
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wrap-around porch
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Floor Plan

Description

Completely renovated and move-in ready, this exceptional coastal retreat is located in the highly sought-after gated community of The Preserve at Grayton Beach, where deeded beach access, resort-style amenities, and short-term rental eligibility create the ultimate 30A lifestyle. A bright, open floor plan welcomes you into this beautifully updated home, thoughtfully renovated within the past five years with fresh interior paint, a stunning new designer kitchen featuring premium appliances, a luxurious...Completely renovated and move-in ready, this exceptional coastal retreat is located in the highly sought-after gated community of The Preserve at Grayton Beach, where deeded beach access, resort-style amenities, and short-term rental eligibility create the ultimate 30A lifestyle. A bright, open floor plan welcomes you into this beautifully updated home, thoughtfully renovated within the past five years with fresh interior paint, a stunning new designer kitchen featuring premium appliances, a luxurious primary bath renovation, custom California Closets in the primary suite, and new LVP flooring. Designed for both entertaining and everyday living, the spacious layout offers a first-floor guest bedroom, two generously sized bedrooms upstairs, and a large bonus room perfect as a second living area, bunk room, media room, or home office. Throughout the home, you'll find quality craftsmanship and timeless finishes, including solid wood doors and beautifully detailed living spaces. One of the home's most distinctive features is its expansive wrap-around porches, accessible from all bedrooms, complete with ceiling fans, providing the perfect setting to enjoy Gulf breezes and outdoor living year-round. Nestled among the natural beauty of 30A, The Preserve at Grayton Beach is an intimate, Gated community of custom homes offering two resort-style pools, tennis courts, a fitness center, and private deeded beach access. Residents can enjoy a scenic boardwalk through protected dunes and coastal habitat leading to one of 30A's most pristine beaches, with nearby rare coastal dune lakes, abundant wildlife, and endless opportunities for paddleboarding, kayaking, fishing, and beachcombing. Whether you're searching for a Primary Residence, luxury vacation home, or an investment property with short-term rentals permitted, 261 W. Bartons Way offers an exceptional combination of modern updates, coastal charm, and outstanding rental potential in one of 30A's most desirable gated communities.
  1. Listed by Priscilla V Arce • Douglas Elliman
    P: (850)-842-8882 C: (850)-842-8882 priscillaarce31@gmail.com
  2. Listed by Brad Reese • Douglas Elliman
    P: (850)-797-7930 C: (850)-797-7930 brad@southwaltonfl.com

Property Details for 261 Bartons Way West

Zoning
Resid Single Family
Architectural Style
Florida Cottage
Subdivision Name
THE PRESERVE AT GRAYTON BEACH
LISTING UPDATED: 07/21/2026 04:26 PM

Property Details for 261 Bartons Way West

StatusActive
MLS #1007807
Days on Market7
Taxes$9,392 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Detached Single Family
Year Built2005
Lot Size0.13 AC / 5,662 SF
CountyWalton County
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Building Information for 261 Bartons Way West

Stories2Year Built2005Building Size-Lot Size0.13 AC / 5,662 SF

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$8,534 per month

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Property Information for 261 Bartons Way West

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Community Features: Beach, Community Room, Deed Access, Exercise Room, Gated Community, Pets Allowed, Pool, Tennis
  • Directions: From Hwy 98, south on Hwy 83 to Scenic Hwy 30A. Left on 30A, then right into The Preserve at Grayton Beach on Bartons Way. Follow Bartons Way to 261 W Bartons Way.
  • MLS Area Minor: 1703 - Santa Rosa Beach and S of 98 East of 393
  • MLS Area Major: 17 - 30A West
  • Latitude: 30.340295
  • Longitude: -86.192824
  • Location Tax and Legal:Sub Area: 1703 - Santa Rosa Beach and S of 98 East of 393
  • 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: Lot 126 The Preserve At Grayton Beach Pb 15-86 Or 2606-440 Or 2617-1227 Or 2690-3011 Or 2798-1141 Or 3073-1684 Or 3210-1304 Or 3350-1711
  • Project Facilities: Beach, Community Room, Deed Access, Exercise Room, Gated Community, Pets Allowed2, Pool2, Tennis
  • Garage: false
Taxes and HOA
  • Association Fee Includes: Accounting, Management, Recreational Faclty
  • Tax Legal Description: Lot 126 The Preserve At Grayton Beach Pb 15-86 Or 2606-440 Or 2617-1227 Or 2690-3011 Or 2798-1141 Or 3073-1684 Or 3210-1304 Or 3350-1711
  • Parcel Number: 07-3S-19-25180-000-1260
  • Association Fee: $0
  • Association YN: Yes
  • Tax Annual Amount: $9,392
  • Listing Info Tax Legal:Last Taxes: $9,392
  • Listing Info Tax Legal:Last Tax Year: 2025.0
School Information
  • Elementary School: Van R Butler
  • Middle Or Junior School: Emerald Coast
  • High School: South Walton
Parking
  • Carport YN: No
  • General Property Info:Driveway Spaces: 2.0
Property
Lot Information
  • Building Area Source: County PA Records
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 55x100
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.13
  • Lot Size Area: 0.13
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Property Condition: Construction Complete
  • Building Area Total: 2288.0
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 5662.8
  • General Property Info:SqFt Source: County PA Records
Property and Assessments
  • Tax Year: 2025.0
  • Floor Plans Count: 3.0
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 2005.0
  • Property Sub Type: Detached Single Family
  • New Construction YN: No
  • General Property Info:Sub-Type: Detached Single Family
  • General Property Info:Design: Florida Cottage
  • Construction Status: Construction Complete
  • Construction Siding: Frame, Roof Metal, Siding CmntFbrHrdBrd
  • Occupancy Status: Occupied
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Electric, Phone, Public Water, TV Cable
  • Electric: True
  • Utilities: Electric, Phone2, Public Sewer, Public Water, TV Cable
  • Energy: AC - Central Elect, Ceiling Fans, Heat Cntrl Electric, Water Heater - Elect
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Fenced Back Yard, Shower
  • Construction Materials: Frame, Siding CmntFbrHrdBrd
  • Stories: 2.0
  • Pool Features: Pool Type
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch Open
  • General Property Info:Pool: Yes
  • General Property Info:Pool Type: Community
  • Exterior: Fenced Back Yard, Porch Open, Shower
Interior Features
  • Heating: Central
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fans, Central Air
  • Interior Features: Breakfast Bar, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Washer/Dryer Hookup
  • Flooring: Floor Laminate, Floor Vinyl
  • Room Type: Master Bathroom, Bedroom, Kitchen, Full Bathroom, Bonus Room, Dining Room, Laundry
  • Rooms Total: 10.0
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 3.0
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 3.0
  • Bathrooms Total Notational: 3.0
  • Cooling YN: Yes
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Bedrooms Total: 4.0
  • Bathrooms Full: 3.0
  • Bathrooms Half: 0.0
  • Interior: Breakfast Bar, Floor Laminate, Floor Vinyl, Furnished - Some, Kitchen Island, Pantry, WasherDryer Hookup
  • Appliances: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Ice Machine, Microwave, Oven Self Cleaning, Refrigerator
  • Furnished: Furnished - Some
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Type: Master Bathroom
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Length: 20.0
  • Room Width: 16.0
  • Room Dimensions: 20 x 16
Room 2
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Length: 14.0
  • Room Width: 13.0
  • Room Dimensions: 14 x 13
Room 3
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Length: 14.0
  • Room Width: 13.0
  • Room Dimensions: 14 x 13
Room 4
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Width: 12.0
  • Room Dimensions: 12 x 12
Room 5
  • Room Type: Master Bathroom
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Length: 19.0
  • Room Width: 10.0
  • Room Dimensions: 19 x 10
Room 6
  • Room Type: Full Bathroom
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Width: 6.0
  • Room Dimensions: 12 x 6
Room 7
  • Room Type: Bonus Room
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Length: 14.0
  • Room Dimensions: 14 x 12
Room 8
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Width: 12.0
  • Room Dimensions: 12 x 12
Room 9
  • Room Type: Full Bathroom
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Length: 10.0
  • Room Width: 6.0
  • Room Dimensions: 10 x 6
Room 10
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Width: 12.0
  • Room Dimensions: 13 x 12
Rental
Rent Information
  • General Property Info:Immediate Occupancy: false
  • Listing Info Tax Legal:Is Subject Leased: false

Property History for 261 Bartons Way West

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 18, 2026

Listed (Active)

ECAR #1007807

$1,525,000—
Aug 4, 2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1468842927

$995,000

+15.4% / yr

Aug 4, 2021

Sold

ECAR #874224

$995,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/18/2026

Listed (Active)

ECAR #1007807

$1,525,000
08/04/2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1468842927

$995,000

+15.4% / yr

08/04/2021

Sold

ECAR #874224

$995,000

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

Public Records for 261 Bartons Way West

Taxable ValueLand$365,000Additions$713,004Total$1,078,004
Tax Record2025$9,392 ($783 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths3Total Finished SqFt2,288 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,288 SqFtStories2Lot Size6,057 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built2005Year Renovated2005ZoningTNDCountyWALTONAPN07-3S-19-25180-000-1260

Schools near 261 Bartons Way West

This home is within Walton.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Dune Lakes Elementary School
Public - K to 5
Emerald Coast Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
South Walton High School
Public - 9 to 12
Seaside Neighborhood School
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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More information about 261 Bartons Way West, Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459

261 Bartons Way West is a single family home for sale in Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459. This property was listed for sale on July 18, 2026 by Douglas Elliman, it's currently listed at $1,525,000. It has been on the market for a total of 7 days and was last sold on August 4, 2021. This listing's school district is Walton. Nearby schools include Dune Lakes Elementary School, Emerald Coast Middle School and South Walton High School. 261 Bartons Way West is a 4-bed, 3-bath, 2,288 sqft single family home built in 2005.

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