Seller will pay $23,000 toward Buyer's closing costs with acceptable offer. Your own private retreat-five acres just minutes from town, where nature and comfort meet in perfect balance. Beautifully renovated 3-bedroom, 2-bath home (2014 updated) offers modern living surrounded by the charm of country life. Wood FPL. Master BR has 2 closets, one is a walk-in. New HVAC system 4/22/26. Property is a dream for hobbyists, adventurers, and anyone needing space: an attached 3-car carport, expansive 24x48 RV garage, detached 1-car garage, a shop, tool shed, and a greenhouse for your gardening passions. Wander through the land and discover flourishing blueberry bushes and a serene wooded backdrop with winding trails-perfect for morning walks, quiet reflection, or weekend exploration. R1 Zoning. See Features Sheet in the Document Section.
Single-familyProperty Type
1976Year Built
5 acresLot Size
$241Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Kathy Wilhelm Team• ERA American Real Estate
Bought with Lthrasher Thrasher• Keller Williams Realty FWB
Est. $2,648 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 5981 Old Bethel Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
ECAR #1000549
Aug 3, 2026
Sold
$575,000
$241/sq ft
Jun 26, 2026
Pending
—
May 6, 2026
Listed
$575,000
$241/sq ft
ECAR #611360
May 27, 2014
Sold
$117,000
$49/sq ft
Jan 17, 2014
Listed
$148,500
$62/sq ft
+31
5 acres near Crestview High School and Middle School. SELLER Pays Buyer Closing Costs except Origination fee, Discount points, FHA MIP and VA funding fee. This brick home is an original so if you like to update/renovate, consider what this home could be. There are several yard buildings, one has been a workshop, one a greenhouse. Inside there is a brick fireplace with a hearth the width of the room with double windows giving a lot of light to this paneled room. (the room sizes are estimates) The spacious dining room is to the right when you enter and has a paneled chair rail. With easy access from the kitchen you could plan the next big family dinner. It will accommodate formal dining room furniture. The entry, hallway, kitchen, breakfast nook, laundry room and baths are tile. The
Public Records
Oct 1, 1978
Sold
$55,000
$23/sq ft
Public Records
Jan 1, 1977
Sold
$23,700
$10/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,910 (+3.4%)
2024
$1,848 (+2.8%)
2023
$1,798 (+4.2%)
2022
$1,725 (−0.1%)
2021
$1,728 (+0.9%)
2020
$1,713 (+0.9%)
2019
$1,697 (+0.7%)
2018
$1,685 (+0.3%)
2017
$1,681 (+6.5%)
2016
$1,578 (−2.6%)
2015
$1,620 (+81.2%)
$50,000 + $121,263
$171,263
2014
$894
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
5 Acres
Year renovated
2014
Sq. Ft.
2,144
Year built
1976
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Okaloosa County
APN
314N2300000018001A
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 24, 2026.
R-1
Residential-1 District
The purpose of the residential-1 R-1 district is to provide areas for single-family detached residential dwellings, customary accessory uses, and limited non-residential uses.
Lot Features: Cleared, Interior Lot, Level, See Remarks, Survey Available, Wooded
Lot Size (Acres): 5.0
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 217800.0
Lot Size Dimensions: 260x832x257x870
Road Frontage Type: County Road
Lot/Parcel Access: County Road, Paved Road
Road Surface Type: Paved
Zoning: Resid Single Family
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $1,910.42
Tax Year: 2025
Utilities
Utility Information
Energy Features: AC - Central Elect, AC - High Efficiency, AC - 2 or More, AC - Window/Wall, Ceiling Fans, Double Pane Windows, Heat Pump Air To Air, Insulated Doors, Ridge Vent, Storm Doors, Water Heater - Elect
Utilities: Community Water, Electric, Public Water, Septic Tank, TV Cable
Water Source: Public
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Bob Sikes
Middle School: Davidson
High School: Crestview
Community Information
Subdivision Name: METES & BOUNDS
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,144
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 5 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1976
Year Renovated: 2014
County: Okaloosa County
APN: 314N2300000018001A
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 24, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Bob Sikes Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.2mi
6/10
Davidson Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.4mi
8/10
Crestview High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.5mi
5/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.62% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
8/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 107° expected this year, 18 days in 30 years
9/10 Wind Factor
99% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Crestview, FL • 32536
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Sun exposure
50/ 100
Moderate sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be some shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Estimated sale price
$530,000 – $642,000
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