404 Defuniak Street
Description
Step back into a simpler time with this quintessential ''Old Florida'' beach cottage, tucked away in the heart of historic Grayton Beach. Capturing the soulful, laid-back essence of the area, this charming 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom retreat beautifully preserves nostalgic coastal character while serving as a proven income-producing rental. The cozy interior comfortably accommodates guests with a rare and luxurious setup featuring two spacious bedrooms, each boasting...The Heart of Historic Grayton Beach
Step back into a simpler time with this quintessential ''Old Florida'' beach cottage, tucked away in the heart of historic Grayton Beach. Capturing the soulful, laid-back essence of the area, this charming 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom retreat beautifully preserves nostalgic coastal character while serving as a proven income-producing rental. The cozy interior comfortably accommodates guests with a rare and luxurious setup featuring two spacious bedrooms, each boasting a plush King-size bed, plus a flexible double sofa bed in living room. Two full baths with walk-in showers and a fully equipped kitchen make beach living effortless. Modern Potential meets Coastal Nostalgia
While the cottage provides immediate historic charm and steady rental revenue, the true prize is the premium land it sits on. This exceptional lot holds the ultimate long-term value, offering a rare canvas in a highly sought-after location. Whether you choose to lovingly expand and enhance the existing cottage or start fresh to design and build your ultimate custom coastal masterpiece, the possibilities are endless. Live the classic local Grayton lifestyle today while building your dream for tomorrow. Call to schedule your private showing.
- Listed by: Murray Balkcom 850.830.2475 murraybalkcom@gmail.com Brokerage DRE #1043911 • 30A Local Real Estate
- Listed by: Krystal S Beauchamp 850.814.8287 krystal@30alocal.com Brokerage DRE #1043911 • 30A Local Real Estate
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1Property Information for 404 Defuniak Street
- Taxes: $12,414 / year
- MLS Type: Residential / Detached Single Family
- County: Walton County
- Zoning: Resid Single Family
- Architectural Style: Beach House
- Subdivision Name: GRAYTON BEACH
- Stories: 1
- Year Built: 1988
- Lot Size: 0.12 AC / 5,227 SF
- Community Features: Short Term Rental - Allowed, Beach, Boat Launch, Fishing, Pets Allowed, TV Cable, Waterfront
- Directions: From Hwy 283/Hwy 30A, go south on Defuniak Street. Immediately past 396 Defuniak Street, turn into the shared driveway. 404 Defuniak Street is on the left at the end of the shared driveway.
- Road Frontage Type: County Road, Easement
- MLS Area Minor: 1705 - SRB South of 30A
- MLS Area Major: 17 - 30A West
- Latitude: 30.331123
- Longitude: -86.1673
- Location Tax and Legal:Sub Area: 1705 - SRB South of 30A
- 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 3-B GRAYTON COTTAGES TOWNHOMES PB 8-10 OR 1353-163 OR 1815-164 OR 2440-1490 OR 2440-1502 OR 2625-2961 OR 2957-3608 OR 3281-2793 OR 3315-1208
- Project Facilities: Beach, Boat Launch2, Fishing, Pets Allowed2, Short Term Rental - Allowed, TV Cable3, Waterfront
- Garage: false
- Tax Legal Description: LOT 3-B GRAYTON COTTAGES TOWNHOMES PB 8-10 OR 1353-163 OR 1815-164 OR 2440-1490 OR 2440-1502 OR 2625-2961 OR 2957-3608 OR 3281-2793 OR 3315-1208
- Parcel Number: 08-3S-19-25230-000-003B
- Association Fee: $0
- Listing Info Tax Legal:Last Taxes: $12,414
- Listing Info Tax Legal:Last Tax Year: 2025.0
- Elementary School: Van R Butler
- Middle Or Junior School: Emerald Coast
- High School: South Walton
- Carport YN: No
- General Property Info:Driveway Spaces: 4.0
- Building Area Source: County PA Records
- Lot Size Dimensions: 50X100
- Lot Size Acres: 0.12
- Lot Size Area: 0.12
- Lot Size Units: Acres
- Property Condition: Construction Complete
- Lot Features: Interior, Survey Available, Within 1/2 Mile to Water
- Building Area Total: 896.0
- Lot Size Square Feet: 5227.2
- General Property Info:SqFt Source: County PA Records
- LotParcel Access: County Road, Easement, GravelOyster Shell
- Lot Features: Interior, Survey Available, Within 12 Mile to Water
- Tax Year: 2025.0
- Floor Plans Count: 0.0
- Property Type: Residential
- Year Built: 1988.0
- Property Sub Type: Detached Single Family
- Property Type Label: Residential
- New Construction YN: No
- General Property Info:Sub-Type: Detached Single Family
- General Property Info:Design: Beach House
- Listing Info Tax Legal:Homestead: false
- Construction Status: Construction Complete
- Construction Siding: Frame, Roof Metal, Roof Pitched, Siding Wood, Trim Wood
- Occupancy Status: Vacation Rental
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Utilities: Electric, Gas - Propane, Public Water, TV Cable
- Electric: True
- Utilities: Electric, Gas - Propane, Public Sewer, Public Water, TV Cable
- Energy: AC - Central Elect, Ceiling Fans, Heat Cntrl Electric, Water Heater - Gas, Water Heater - Tnkls
- Exterior Features: Shower
- Construction Materials: Frame, Roof Pitched, Siding Wood, Trim Wood
- Stories: 1.0
- Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Porch Screened
- Fencing: Fenced Lot-Part
- Roof: Roof Metal
- General Property Info:Pool: No
- General Property Info:Pool Type: None
- Exterior: Fenced Lot-Part, Porch, Porch Screened, Shower
- Heating: Central
- Cooling: Ceiling Fans, Central Air
- Interior Features: Ceiling Cathedral, Woodwork Painted
- Flooring: Floor Hardwood, Floor Tile
- Window Features: Window Treatment All
- Room Type: Dining Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom
- Rooms Total: 4.0
- Bathrooms Total Integer: 2.0
- Bathrooms Total Decimal: 2.0
- Bathrooms Total Notational: 2.0
- Cooling YN: Yes
- Heating YN: Yes
- Kitchen Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Smooth Stovetop Rnge, Stove/Oven Electric, Washer, Water Heater - Gas, Water Heater - Tnkls
- Interior: Ceiling Cathedral, Floor Hardwood, Floor Tile, Furnished - Some, Window Treatment All, Woodwork Painted
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Smooth Stovetop Rnge, StoveOven Electric, Washer
- Furnished: Furnished - Some
- Room Type: Dining Room
- Room Level: First
- Room Length: 14.0
- Room Width: 12.0
- Room Description: Dining/Kitchen Combo
- Room Dimensions: 14 x 12
- Room Type: Living Room
- Room Level: First
- Room Length: 15.0
- Room Width: 14.0
- Room Dimensions: 15 x 14
- Room Type: Master Bedroom
- Room Level: First
- Room Length: 14.0
- Room Width: 10.0
- Room Dimensions: 14 x 10
- Room Type: Master Bedroom
- Room Level: First
- Room Length: 14.0
- Room Width: 10.0
- Room Dimensions: 14 x 10
- General Property Info:Immediate Occupancy: false
- Listing Info Tax Legal:Is Subject Leased: false
Property History for 404 Defuniak Street
| Date | Event & Source | Price | Appreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 8, 2026 | Sold ECAR #1004302 | $1,460,000 | — |
| Jun 2, 2026 | Pending ECAR #1004302 | — | |
| May 30, 2026 | Listed (Active) ECAR #1004302 | $1,450,000 | — |
| Aug 19, 2014 | Sold (Public Record) Public Record #433570075 | $355,000 | -5.9% / yr |
| Aug 19, 2014 | Sold ECAR #705598 | $355,000 | — |
| May 16, 2014 | Pending ECAR #705598 | — | |
| May 16, 2014 | Listed (Active) ECAR #705598 | $350,000 | — |
| Aug 9, 2004 | Sold (Public Record) Public Record #146225596 | $650,000 | +45.8% / yr |
| Aug 4, 2004 | Sold ECAR #351504 | $650,000 | — |
| May 25, 2004 | Pending ECAR #351504 | — | |
| Nov 12, 2003 | Listed (Active) ECAR #351504 | $650,000 | — |
| Oct 7, 2002 | Sold (Public Record) Public Record #101953640 | $325,000 | — |
| Oct 1, 2002 | Sold ECAR #324776 | $325,000 | — |
| Aug 26, 2002 | Pending ECAR #324776 | — | |
| Apr 19, 2002 | Listed (Active) ECAR #324776 | $395,000 | — |
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 09/08/2026 | Sold ECAR #1004302 | $1,460,000 |
| 06/02/2026 | Pending ECAR #1004302 | — |
| 05/30/2026 | Listed (Active) ECAR #1004302 | $1,450,000 |
| 08/19/2014 | Sold (Public Record) Public Record #433570075 | $355,000 -5.9% / yr |
| 08/19/2014 | Sold ECAR #705598 | $355,000 |
| 05/16/2014 | Pending ECAR #705598 | — |
| 05/16/2014 | Listed (Active) ECAR #705598 | $350,000 |
| 08/09/2004 | Sold (Public Record) Public Record #146225596 | $650,000 +45.8% / yr |
| 08/04/2004 | Sold ECAR #351504 | $650,000 |
| 05/25/2004 | Pending ECAR #351504 | — |
| 11/12/2003 | Listed (Active) ECAR #351504 | $650,000 |
| 10/07/2002 | Sold (Public Record) Public Record #101953640 | $325,000 |
| 10/01/2002 | Sold ECAR #324776 | $325,000 |
| 08/26/2002 | Pending ECAR #324776 | — |
| 04/19/2002 | Listed (Active) ECAR #324776 | $395,000 |
For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 404 Defuniak Street
Schools near 404 Defuniak Street
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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