Last Sold Price
2 beds1,860 sqft$696/sqft
720 Forest St, Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459

Description

Built in the classic Seaside style, this cottage is just a five minute stroll to the beach and located close to all Seaside's amenities; shops, pools, playground, tennis and fitness center. Unexpectedly large for a 2 bedroom, the cottage sleeps 8 comfortably in four different quarters. The covered front porch is an inviting place to have conversations with neighbors passing by. 10' ceilings, numerous French doors and generous windows with transoms allow sunlight to fill the cottage. The interior...Built in the classic Seaside style, this cottage is just a five minute stroll to the beach and located close to all Seaside's amenities; shops, pools, playground, tennis and fitness center. Unexpectedly large for a 2 bedroom, the cottage sleeps 8 comfortably in four different quarters. The covered front porch is an inviting place to have conversations with neighbors passing by. 10' ceilings, numerous French doors and generous windows with transoms allow sunlight to fill the cottage. The interior speaks comfort and easy living with beach chic furnishings; over stuffed sofa, matching love seat, sea grass chair with ottoman are complimented with accessories and prints from local artisans. The extended mantel of the wood burning fireplace is perfect to display a collection of your favorite seashells. Hardwood floors have been used throughout the cottage. The newly updated kitchen features ceramic tile floor, new cabinets, fixtures, appliances and is fully stocked for preparing family meals and is adjacent to the dining area. A recently enclosed screened porch now doubles as a media room with sleeper sofa. Host your family picnics or barbecue on the back deck. Ascend up the open stairway to the second level. The spacious master bedroom is privately located at the rear of the cottage. French doors with balcony overlook a wooded park. The guest bedroom with two queen size beds is located on the front of the cottage. The second level bath has been completely updated with woodgrain ceramic tile floor, new shower with mosaic glass tile accent, custom built vanity with quartz countertop, floating shelves, new lighting and plumbing fixtures. Slip away to the second level screened porch with your favorite book or up to the third level enclosed tower for a nap on the sleeper sofa. The deck off the tower is perfect for panoramic views of Seaside rooftops and amazing sunsets. This turn-key cottage is ready to start your family's beach memories. Room to enlarge existing cottage or add guest cottage.
LISTING CLOSED: 11/30/2018 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Jacqueline J Barker • Brokerage DRE #229034 • Seaside Community Realty Inc
    P: (850) 974-0462 C: (850) 974-0462 jbarker@seasidefl.com

Property Details for 720 Forest Street

Status
MLS #
793042
Days on Market
230
Taxes
$9,427 / year
HOA Fees
$3,797 / year
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential / Detached Single Family
Year Built
1993
Lot Size
0.07 AC / 3,049 SF
Zoning
Deed Restrictions, Resid
Architectural Style
Florida Cottage
Subdivision Name
SEASIDE 08

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$1,145,000

Avg days on market

170

Sale-to-list ratio

84.5%

[Santa Rosa Beach, FL]

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Location

Listing Courtesy of Seaside Community Realty Inc

Sold By Seaside Community Realty Inc

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Building Information for 720 Forest Street

Stories3Year Built1993Building Size-Lot Size0.07 AC / 3,049 SF

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$7,684 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$6,582

Property Taxes

$786

HOA Dues

$316

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Property Information for 720 Forest Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Community Features: Beach, Exercise Room, Fishing, Pavillion/Gazebo, Pets Allowed, Picnic Area, Playground, Pool, Tennis, TV Cable, Waterfront
  • Directions: From 30-A in Seaside, turn north on Pensacola Street. Continue two blocks to Forest Street. Turn right. 6th house on your left. Name-Cherry On Top.
  • Road Frontage Type: Private Road
  • MLS Area Minor: 1802 - S. of 98 W of Camp Creek
  • MLS Area Major: 18 - 30A East
  • Latitude: 30.322549
  • Longitude: -86.138901
  • 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 6 BLK C SEASIDE 8 PB 8-42 OR 690-293 OR 1220-119 OR 2836 -432 OR 2847-534
  • Project Facilities: Beach, Exercise Room, Fishing, PavillionGazebo2, Pets Allowed2, Picnic Area, Playground, Pool2, Tennis, TV Cable3, Waterfront
Taxes and HOA
  • Association Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Association Fee Includes: Security, Trash
  • Association Fee2: $3,797
  • Tax Legal Description: LOT 6 BLK C SEASIDE 8 PB 8-42 OR 690-293 OR 1220-119 OR 2836 -432 OR 2847-534
  • Parcel Number: 15-3S-19-25160-00C-0060
  • Association Fee: $0
  • Association YN: Yes
  • Tax Annual Amount: $9,427
  • Listing Info Tax Legal:Last Taxes: $9,427
  • Listing Info Tax Legal:Last Tax Year: 2017.0
School Information
  • Elementary School: Bay
  • Middle Or Junior School: Seaside
  • High School: South Walton
Parking
  • General Property Info:Street Spaces: 2.0
Property
Lot Information
  • Building Area Source: Appraiser
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 39.5X83
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.07
  • Lot Size Area: 0.07
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Property Condition: Construction Complete
  • Lot Features: Covenants, Interior, Level, Restrictions, Survey Available, Within 1/2 Mile to Water
  • Building Area Total: 1860.0
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 3049.2
  • General Property Info:SqFt Source: Appraiser
  • LotParcel Access: Paved Road, Private Road
  • Lot Features: Covenants, Interior, Level, Restrictions, Survey Available, Within 12 Mile to Water
Property and Assessments
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Tax Year: 2017.0
  • Floor Plans Count: 0.0
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1993.0
  • Property Sub Type: Detached Single Family
  • New Construction YN: No
  • General Property Info:Sub-Type: Detached Single Family
  • General Property Info:Design: Florida Cottage
  • Listing Info Tax Legal:Homestead: false
  • Construction Status: Construction Complete
  • Construction Siding: Foundation On Piling, Frame, Roof Metal, Roof Pitched, Siding Wood, Trim Wood
  • Occupancy Status: Vacation Rental
Utilities
  • Utilities: Electric, Phone, Public Sewer, Public Water, Tap Fee Paid, TV Cable, Underground
  • Electric: True
  • Utilities: Electric, Phone2, Public Sewer, Public Water, Tap Fee Paid, TV Cable, Underground
  • Energy: AC - 2 or More, AC - Central Elect, Ceiling Fans, Heat Cntrl Electric, Water Heater - Elect
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: BBQ Pit/Grill, Deck Open, Fenced Lot-Part, Porch, Porch Screened, Shower
  • Construction Materials: Foundation On Piling, Frame, Roof Metal, Roof Pitched, Siding Wood, Trim Wood
  • Stories: 3.0
  • Pool Features: Pool Type
  • General Property Info:Pool: Yes
  • General Property Info:Pool Type: Community
  • Exterior: BBQ PitGrill, Deck Open, Fenced Lot-Part, Porch, Porch Screened, Shower
Interior Features
  • Heating: Central
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
  • Interior Features: Built-In Bookcases, Ceiling Raised, Fireplace, Floor Hardwood, Furnished - All, Washer/Dryer Hookup, Window Treatment All, Woodwork Painted
  • Room Type: Living Room, Dining Room, Full Bathroom, Master Bedroom, Bedroom, Sun Room, Media Room, Covered Porch, Balcony, Screened Porch, Terrace
  • Rooms Total: 12.0
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2.0
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 2.0
  • Bathrooms Total Notational: 2.0
  • Cooling YN: Yes
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Bedrooms Total: 2.0
  • Bathrooms Full: 2.0
  • Bathrooms Half: 0.0
  • Interior: Built-In Bookcases, Ceiling Raised, Fireplace, Floor Hardwood, Furnished - All, WasherDryer Hookup, Window Treatment All, Woodwork Painted
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Refrigerator WIceMk, Smoke Detector, StoveOven Electric, Washer
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Length: 17.0
  • Room Width: 14.5
  • Room Dimensions: 17 x 14.5
Room 2
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Length: 20.0
  • Room Width: 10.0
  • Room Description: Dining/Kitchen Combo
  • Room Dimensions: 20 x 10
Room 3
  • Room Type: Full Bathroom
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Length: 8.0
  • Room Width: 8.0
  • Room Dimensions: 8 x 8
Room 4
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Length: 17.0
  • Room Width: 14.0
  • Room Dimensions: 17 x 14
Room 5
  • Room Type: Full Bathroom
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Width: 5.0
  • Room Dimensions: 12 x 5
Room 6
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Length: 15.0
  • Room Width: 13.0
  • Room Dimensions: 15 x 13
Room 7
  • Room Type: Sun Room
  • Room Level: Third
  • Room Length: 10.0
  • Room Dimensions: 10 x 10
Room 8
  • Room Type: Media Room
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Length: 10.0
  • Room Width: 9.0
  • Room Dimensions: 10 x 9
Room 9
  • Room Type: Covered Porch
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Length: 28.0
  • Room Width: 9.0
  • Room Dimensions: 28 x 9
Room 10
  • Room Type: Balcony
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Length: 8.0
  • Room Width: 4.0
  • Room Dimensions: 8 x 4
Room 11
  • Room Type: Screened Porch
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Length: 28.0
  • Room Width: 7.0
  • Room Dimensions: 28 x 7
Room 12
  • Room Type: Terrace
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Length: 23.0
  • Room Width: 12.0
  • Room Dimensions: 23 x 12
Rental
Rent Information
  • General Property Info:Immediate Occupancy: true
  • Listing Info Tax Legal:Is Subject Leased: false
  • Existing Leases: DailyWeekly

Property History for 720 Forest Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Nov 30, 2018

Sold

ECAR #793042

$1,295,000
Oct 20, 2018

Pending

ECAR #793042

Mar 4, 2018

Listed (Active)

ECAR #793042

$1,395,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
11/30/2018

Sold

ECAR #793042

$1,295,000
10/20/2018

Pending

ECAR #793042

03/04/2018

Listed (Active)

ECAR #793042

$1,395,000

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

Public Records for 720 Forest Street

Taxable ValueLand$997,500Additions$1,090,406Total$2,087,906
Tax Record2024$17,515 ($1,460 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Total Finished SqFt1,607 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,607 SqFtStories2Lot Size3,223 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1993Year Renovated2000CountyWALTONAPN15-3S-19-25160-00C-0060Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 720 Forest Street

This home is within Walton.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - K 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

WALTON VIRTUAL SCHOOL WCSD-7023
PublicK 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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