Last Sold Price
3 beds2,294 sqft$1,242/sqft
486 Forest St, Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459

Description

Seaside Perfection - Fully Refreshed Coastal Cottage Just Steps from the Town Square Now Offered Newly Furnished. This beautifully reimagined 3-bedroom, 3.5-bath home in the heart of Seaside offers 2,294 square feet of light-filled living space and timeless architectural appeal by Scott Merrill. Recently refreshed inside and out, the home blends classic charm with modern comfort, featuring soaring ceilings, white oak floors, custom millwork, and designer lighting throughout. The open-concept living...Seaside Perfection - Fully Refreshed Coastal Cottage Just Steps from the Town Square Now Offered Newly Furnished. This beautifully reimagined 3-bedroom, 3.5-bath home in the heart of Seaside offers 2,294 square feet of light-filled living space and timeless architectural appeal by Scott Merrill. Recently refreshed inside and out, the home blends classic charm with modern comfort, featuring soaring ceilings, white oak floors, custom millwork, and designer lighting throughout. The open-concept living and dining area flows seamlessly into a bright, fully updated kitchen, while each spacious bedroom includes an en suite bath for privacy and ease. A new optional bunk room adds flexibility for guests or family. Multiple covered porches and a private courtyard extend the living experience outdoors, perfect for additional dining or even a creative additioin of a pool. The cottage is a 1 bedroom 1 and 1/2 bath cottage with a first floor TV room and a second level Bath and Kitchenette and that third level bedroom nicely appointed. Get in Touch.
LISTING CLOSED: 11/25/2025 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Jabbour Luxury Group • Scenic Sotheby's International Realty
    P: (850) 231-1047 C: (850) 231-1047 JabbourLuxury@scenicsir.com

Property Details for 486 Forest Street

Status
MLS #
977238
Days on Market
196
Taxes
$25,509 / year
HOA Fees
$6,076 / year
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential / Detached Single Family
Year Built
1988
Lot Size
0.12 AC / 5,227 SF
Zoning
Resid Single Family
Architectural Style
Craftsman Style
Subdivision Name
SEASIDE 04

Location

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Building Information for 486 Forest Street

Stories1Year Built1988Building Size-Lot Size0.12 AC / 5,227 SF

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$17,118 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$14,486

Property Taxes

$2,126

HOA Dues

$506

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Property Information for 486 Forest Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Community Features: Pickle Ball, Beach, Playground, TV Cable
  • Directions: 98 E to right onto S Co Hwy 395, right on E Co Hwy 30a, right onto Tupelo St, left onto Forest St
  • Road Frontage Type: Private Road
  • MLS Area Minor: 1802 - S. of 98 W of Camp Creek
  • MLS Area Major: 18 - 30A East
  • Latitude: 30.321708
  • Longitude: -86.135306
  • Location Tax and Legal:Sub Area: 1802 - S. of 98 W of Camp Creek
  • Location Tax and Legal:Elementary School: Bay
  • Location Tax and Legal:Middle School: Seaside
  • Location Tax and Legal:High School: South Walton
  • Location Tax and Legal:Legal Description: LOT 10 BLK A SEASIDE IV PB 7-23 OR 409-774 OR 3097-2378 OR 3297-1740
  • Project Facilities: Beach, Pickle Ball, Playground, TV Cable3
Taxes and HOA
  • Association Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Association Fee Includes: Accounting, Internet Service, Land Recreation, Recreational Faclty, Security, Cable TV
  • Association Fee2: $6,076
  • Tax Legal Description: LOT 10 BLK A SEASIDE IV PB 7-23 OR 409-774 OR 3097-2378 OR 3297-1740
  • Parcel Number: 15-3S-19-25120-00A-0100
  • Association Fee: $0
  • Association YN: Yes
  • Tax Annual Amount: $25,509
  • Listing Info Tax Legal:Last Taxes: $25,509
  • Listing Info Tax Legal:Last Tax Year: 2024.0
School Information
  • Elementary School: Bay
  • Middle Or Junior School: Seaside
  • High School: South Walton
Parking
  • Carport YN: No
Property
Lot Information
  • Building Area Source: County PA Records
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 70 X 75
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.12
  • Lot Size Area: 0.12
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Property Condition: Construction Complete
  • Lot Features: Interior, Level, Restrictions, Within 1/2 Mile to Water
  • Building Area Total: 2294.0
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 5227.2
  • General Property Info:SqFt Source: County PA Records
  • LotParcel Access: Private Road
  • Lot Features: Interior, Level, Restrictions, Within 12 Mile to Water
  • Lot Features:Coastal Barrier Zone: No
Property and Assessments
  • Tax Year: 2024.0
  • Floor Plans Count: 0.0
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1988.0
  • Property Sub Type: Detached Single Family
  • New Construction YN: No
  • General Property Info:Sub-Type: Detached Single Family
  • General Property Info:Design: Craftsman Style
  • Listing Info Tax Legal:Homestead: false
  • Construction Status: Construction Complete
  • Construction Siding: Foundation On Piling, Frame, Roof Metal, Siding Wood
  • Occupancy Status: Vacant
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Public Water, TV Cable, Underground
  • Utilities: Public Sewer, Public Water, TV Cable, Underground
  • Energy: AC - 2 or More
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Frame, Siding Wood
  • Foundation Details: Foundation On Piling
  • Stories: 1.0
  • Pool Features: Pool Type
  • General Property Info:Pool: Yes
  • General Property Info:Pool Type: Community
Interior Features
  • Flooring: Floor Hardwood
  • Room Type: Bedroom, Den, Kitchen, Exercise Room, Loft
  • Rooms Total: 7.0
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 4.0
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 3.5
  • Bathrooms Total Notational: 3.1
  • Bedrooms Total: 3.0
  • Bathrooms Full: 3.0
  • Bathrooms Half: 1.0
  • Interior: Floor Hardwood, Furnished - All
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Range Hood, Refrigerator WIceMk, StoveOven Dual Fuel, Washer
  • Furnished: Furnished - All
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Width: 14.0
  • Room Dimensions: 13 x 14
Room 2
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Length: 11.0
  • Room Width: 12.0
  • Room Dimensions: 11 x 12
Room 3
  • Room Type: Den
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Length: 14.0
  • Room Width: 12.0
  • Room Dimensions: 14 x 12
Room 4
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Length: 9.0
  • Room Width: 9.0
  • Room Dimensions: 9 x 9
Room 5
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Level: Third
  • Room Length: 14.0
  • Room Width: 14.0
  • Room Description: Tower Carriage Home
  • Room Dimensions: 14 x 14
Room 6
  • Room Type: Exercise Room
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Length: 14.0
  • Room Width: 14.0
  • Room Description: Optional Space
  • Room Dimensions: 14 x 14
Room 7
  • Room Type: Loft
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Length: 11.0
  • Room Description: Main home Loft Sleeping area
  • Room Dimensions: 11 x 11
Rental
Rent Information
  • Listing Info Tax Legal:Is Subject Leased: false

Property History for 486 Forest Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Nov 25, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1922436960

$2,850,000

-4.3% / yr

Nov 25, 2025

Sold

ECAR #977238

$2,850,000
Oct 24, 2025

Pending

ECAR #977238

DateEvent & SourcePrice
11/25/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1922436960

$2,850,000

-4.3% / yr

11/25/2025

Sold

ECAR #977238

$2,850,000
10/24/2025

Pending

ECAR #977238

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

Public Records for 486 Forest Street

Taxable ValueLand$1,050,000Additions$1,444,277Total$2,494,277
Tax Record2024$25,509 ($2,126 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Total Finished SqFt1,606 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,606 SqFtStories2Lot Size5,227 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1988Year Renovated2007CountyWALTONAPN15-3S-19-25120-00A-0100

Schools near 486 Forest Street

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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