281 Paradise by the Sea Blvd
$41,000,000
Last Sold Price
Sold 12/29/25
Sold 12/29/25
Description
For the discerning buyer seeking the utmost in privacy, scale, and exclusivity, this remarkable gulf-front estate represents a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. Spanning three contiguous lots within 30A's most prestigious enclave, the property boasts 180 feet of direct gulf frontage and the rare distinction of complete seclusion within an already private, gated setting. Paradise by the Sea is revered as the most exclusive neighborhood along Scenic Highway 30A — an intimate collection of grand coastal...For the discerning buyer seeking the utmost in privacy, scale, and exclusivity, this remarkable gulf-front estate represents a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. Spanning three contiguous lots within 30A's most prestigious enclave, the property boasts 180 feet of direct gulf frontage and the rare distinction of complete seclusion within an already private, gated setting. Paradise by the Sea is revered as the most exclusive neighborhood along Scenic Highway 30A — an intimate collection of grand coastal residences offering unmatched serenity, a prime east-end location between Alys Beach and Rosemary Beach, and private beaches that remain peaceful even in the height of summer. The existing residence, inspired by Palladian architecture, occupies two of the gulf-front parcels, while the third lot provides exceptional flexibility. Maintain it as a privacy buffer, preserve it as a long-term asset, or design an additional custom home to complement the estate. Inside, exquisite craftsmanship defines the home, from marble ceilings and custom plaster detailing with gold foiling to upholstered walls and a dramatic double staircase that sets an opulent tone. Thoughtful amenities include a sauna, steam shower, and a unique cave-style room reminiscent of an Italian wine cellar. A lush landscape surrounds the circular drive, three-car garage, and ample parking areas. For those with a visionary perspective, the potential extends even further. With three continuous gulf-front parcels in Paradise by the Sea an offering unlikely ever to be replicated developers have the chance to create multiple legacy homes, subject to DEP and community approvals, in a location where record-breaking sales have set the standard for coastal luxury. Whether reserved as a generational retreat or reimagined as a landmark development, this extraordinary estate secures a commanding and forever-private presence on the Gulf of Mexico.
- Listed by Craig Baranowski • Brokerage DRE #2027627 • Scenic Sotheby's International RealtyP: (850)-231-6052 C: (850)-259-1788 craig@scenicsir.com
- Listed by Peyton S Baranowski • Brokerage DRE #2027627 • Scenic Sotheby's International RealtyP: (850)-502-9705 C: (850)-502-9705 peyton@scenicsir.com
Property Details for 281 Paradise By The Sea Boulevard
Waterfront Features
Gulf
ViewGulf
ZoningResid Single Family
Architectural StyleOther
Subdivision NamePARADISE BY THE SEA
Waterfront YNYes
LISTING UPDATED: 12/29/2025 03:22 PM
Property Details for 281 Paradise By The Sea Boulevard
| Status | Sold |
|---|---|
| MLS # | 991852 |
| Days on Market | 1 |
| Taxes | $96,374 / year |
| HOA Fees | $30,235 / year |
| Condo/Co-op Fees | - |
| Compass Type | Single Family |
| MLS Type | Residential / Detached Single Family |
| Year Built | 2001 |
| Lot Size | 0.70 AC / 30,492 SF |
| County | Walton County |
Location
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Building Information for 281 Paradise By The Sea Boulevard
Stories3Year Built2001Building Size-Lot Size0.70 AC / 30,492 SF
Payment Calculator
$210,378 per month
30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest
Principal and Interest
$199,827
Property Taxes
$8,031
HOA Dues
$2,520
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Property Information for 281 Paradise By The Sea Boulevard
Summary
Location and General Information
- Community Features: Gated Community, Waterfront
- Directions: Heading west on County road 30A, turn left into Paradise By The Sea. Upon entering the community turn right, the home is at the end of the cut-de-sac second to last home on the street.
- Road Frontage Type: Private Road
- MLS Area Minor: 1806 - S of of 30A/East
- MLS Area Major: 18 - 30A East
- Latitude: 30.282159
- Longitude: -86.027923
- Location Tax and Legal:Sub Area: 1806 - S of of 30A/East
- Location Tax and Legal:Elementary School: Dune Lakes
- Location Tax and Legal:Middle School: Emerald Coast
- Location Tax and Legal:High School: South Walton
- Location Tax and Legal:Legal Description: LOTS 5 & 6 BLK A PARADISE BY THE SEA S/D PB 11-14 OR 1196-1 OR 2700-393 OR 2700-1069 OR 2700-1131 OR 2700-1197 OR 3121-4612
- Project Facilities: Gated Community, Short Term Rental - Not Allowed, Waterfront
Taxes and HOA
- Association Fee Frequency: Annually
- Association Fee Includes: Ground Keeping, Master Association, Security
- Association Fee2: $30,235
- Tax Legal Description: LOTS 5 & 6 BLK A PARADISE BY THE SEA S/D PB 11-14 OR 1196-1 OR 2700-393 OR 2700-1069 OR 2700-1131 OR 2700-1197 OR 3121-4612
- Parcel Number: 35-3S-18-16020-00A-0050
- Association Fee: $0
- Association YN: Yes
- Tax Annual Amount: $96,374
- Listing Info Tax Legal:Last Taxes: $96,374
- Listing Info Tax Legal:Last Tax Year: 2025.0
School Information
- Elementary School: Dune Lakes
- Middle Or Junior School: Emerald Coast
- High School: South Walton
Parking
- Carport YN: No
- Attached Garage YN: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 3.0
- General Property Info:Driveway Spaces: 7.0
- Parking Features: Garage Attached
Property
Lot Information
- Building Area Source: Appraiser
- Lot Size Dimensions: 180x413
- Lot Size Acres: 0.7
- Lot Size Area: 0.7
- Lot Size Units: Acres
- Property Condition: Construction Complete
- Lot Features: Cul-De-Sac, Within 1/2 Mile to Water
- Building Area Total: 8911.0
- Lot Size Square Feet: 30492.0
- General Property Info:SqFt Source: Appraiser
- Waterfront: Gulf
- Waterview: Gulf2
- LotParcel Access: Controlled Access, Paved Road, Private Road
- Lot Features: Cul-De-Sac, Within 12 Mile to Water
Property and Assessments
- Road Surface Type: Paved
- Tax Year: 2025.0
- Floor Plans Count: 0.0
- Property Type: Residential
- Year Built: 2001.0
- Property Sub Type: Detached Single Family
- New Construction YN: No
- General Property Info:Sub-Type: Detached Single Family
- General Property Info:Design: Other
- Listing Info Tax Legal:Homestead: Yes
- Construction Status: Construction Complete
- Construction Siding: Frame, Roof TileSlate, Stucco
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Utilities: Electric, Gas - Natural, Public Water
- Water Source: Well
- Electric: True
- Utilities: Electric, Gas - Natural, Private Well, Public Sewer, Public Water
- Energy: AC - 2 or More, AC - Central Elect
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
- Exterior Features: Balcony, BBQ Pit/Grill, Pool - Gunite Concrt, Pool - House, Shower, Sprinkler System
- Construction Materials: Frame, Stucco
- Stories: 3.0
- Pool Features: Pool - Above Ground, Pool Type
- Patio And Porch Features: Deck Enclosed, Deck Open, Patio Open, Porch
- Fencing: Fenced Lot-All, Fenced Privacy
- General Property Info:Pool: Yes
- General Property Info:Pool Type: Private
- Exterior: Balcony, BBQ PitGrill, Deck Enclosed, Deck Open, Fenced Lot-All, Fenced Privacy, Patio Open, Pool - Above Ground, Pool - Gunite Concrt, Pool - House, Porch, Shower, Sprinkler System
Interior Features
- Cooling: Central Air
- Interior Features: Built-In Bookcases, Ceiling Crwn Molding, Ceiling Raised, Elevator, Fireplace, Fireplace 2+, Lighting Recessed, Pantry, Wallpaper, Washer/Dryer Hookup
- Fireplace Features: Fireplace Gas
- Flooring: Floor Hardwood, Floor Marble, Floor Tile
- Window Features: Window Treatment All
- Room Type: Garage, Other, Pool House, Storage, Balcony, Bedroom, Covered Porch
- Rooms Total: 9.0
- Bathrooms Total Integer: 11.0
- Bathrooms Total Decimal: 10.0
- Bathrooms Total Notational: 9.2
- Cooling YN: Yes
- Fireplace YN: Yes
- Bedrooms Total: 7.0
- Bathrooms Full: 9.0
- Bathrooms Half: 2.0
- Interior: Built-In Bookcases, Ceiling Crwn Molding, Ceiling Raised, Elevator, Fireplace, Fireplace 2, Fireplace Gas, Floor Hardwood, Floor Marble, Floor Tile, Furnished - None, Lighting Recessed, Pantry, Wallpaper, WasherDryer Hookup, Window Treatment All
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Refrigerator, Security System, StoveOven Gas, Washer, Wine Refrigerator
Room Information
Room 1
- Room Type: Garage
- Room Level: First
- Room Length: 35.0
- Room Width: 20.0
- Room Dimensions: 35 x 20
Room 2
- Room Type: Other
- Room Level: First
- Room Length: 23.0
- Room Width: 15.0
- Room Dimensions: 23 x 15
Room 3
- Room Type: Pool House
- Room Level: First
- Room Length: 15.0
- Room Width: 23.0
- Room Dimensions: 15 x 23
Room 4
- Room Type: Storage
- Room Level: First
- Room Length: 26.0
- Room Width: 19.0
- Room Dimensions: 26 x 19
Room 5
- Room Type: Balcony
- Room Level: Second
- Room Length: 54.0
- Room Width: 23.0
- Room Dimensions: 54 x 23
Room 6
- Room Type: Balcony
- Room Level: Third
- Room Length: 25.0
- Room Width: 10.0
- Room Dimensions: 25 x 10
Room 7
- Room Type: Bedroom
- Room Level: First
- Room Length: 24.0
- Room Dimensions: 24 x 19
Room 8
- Room Type: Covered Porch
- Room Level: Second
- Room Length: 25.0
- Room Width: 10.0
- Room Dimensions: 25 x 10
Room 9
- Room Type: Other
- Room Level: First
- Room Length: 13.0
- Room Width: 10.0
- Room Dimensions: 13 x 10
Multi Family
Multi Family Information
- Furnished: Furnished - None
Rental
Rent Information
- General Property Info:Immediate Occupancy: No
- Listing Info Tax Legal:Is Subject Leased: No
Property History for 281 Paradise By The Sea Boulevard
| Date | Event & Source | Price | Appreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 29, 2025 | Sold ECAR #991852 | $41,000,000 | — |
| Dec 29, 2025 | Pending ECAR #991852 | — | |
| Dec 29, 2025 | Listed (Active) ECAR #991852 | $41,000,000 | — |
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/29/2025 | Sold ECAR #991852 | $41,000,000 |
| 12/29/2025 | Pending ECAR #991852 | — |
| 12/29/2025 | Listed (Active) ECAR #991852 | $41,000,000 |
For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 281 Paradise By The Sea Boulevard
Taxable ValueLand$9,600,000Additions$7,768,977Total$17,368,977
Home Facts
Beds8Total Finished SqFt7,679 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt7,679 SqFtStories3Lot Size19,994 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built2001Year Renovated2008CountyWALTONAPN35-3S-18-16020-00A-0050Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace
Schools near 281 Paradise By The Sea Boulevard
This home is within Walton.
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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