Welcome to 'You Are My Sunshine, ' a charming beach cottage in the heart of WaterSound Beach. Freshly updated with new floors, paint, and furnishings, this turnkey retreat is bright, inviting, and move-in ready. It comes fully furnished, rental-ready, and includes a golf cart—perfect for enjoying everything the neighborhood has to offer. The open living and dining area flows into a well-equipped kitchen with stainless steel appliances and generous storage. Two ensuite bedrooms are conveniently located on the main level. Upstairs, the spacious suite features a queen bed, bunk bed, a walk-in shower, and a clawfoot tub. A paved driveway provides parking for several cars, and plans for a garage are available for added value. Outdoor living includes multiple porches and a private deck perfect for relaxing after a day in the sun. Located in an upscale gulf-front community, this home offers access to resort-style amenities just a golf cart ride away, including pools, parks, boardwalks, a fitness center, and a putting green. The sugar-white beach is only three blocks from your doorstep, with world-class dining, shopping, and entertainment all close by.
Single-familyProperty Type
2006Year Built
5,227 sq ftLot Size
$1,083Price/Sq.Ft.
$598/moHOA Dues
3 spacesParking
Listed by Nikita Korkh• EXP Realty LLC
Listed by EXP Luxury Holder• EXP Realty LLC
Bought with The Geppert Beeker Group• Scenic Sotheby's International Realty
Est. $3,084 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 261 Salt Box Ln
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
ECAR #990063
May 28, 2026
Sold
$1,950,000
$1,083/sq ft
May 8, 2026
Price Changed
$2,199,000
$1,221/sq ft
Feb 25, 2026
Price Changed
$2,295,000
$1,274/sq ft
Nov 20, 2025
Listed
$2,450,000
$1,360/sq ft
ECAR #925301
Nov 27, 2023
Sold
$1,950,000
$1,083/sq ft
Oct 16, 2023
Pending
—
Aug 11, 2023
Price Changed
$2,230,000
$1,238/sq ft
Jun 11, 2023
Listed
$2,300,000
$1,277/sq ft
+23
Tucked beneath a charming Dutch-barn-style roofline, this quintessential beach cottage is set behind a white picket fence. It's superbly located for enjoying the nearby beach and plentiful WaterSound amenities. Recently refreshed with new flooring, new paint, HVAC, hot water heater, and furniture, this delightful home is the perfect beach retreat. The open-concept living/dining area is light and bright with a profusion of windows and a cozy fireplace feature. Full-height cupboards in the well-appointed kitchen offer plenty of storage along with a range of stainless appliances. It's the natural hub of the home, designed for easily serving up everything from breakfast pancakes to pre-dinner cocktails at the stylish breakfast bar. Two bedrooms on the first floor offer stair-free access and both have ensuite bathrooms, along with another bathroom on this level. Head upstairs to the master suite, currently boasting two queen beds and room to spare. It has a beautiful ensuite bathroom with a walk-in shower and a deep clawfoot tub for bubbly relaxation. After a day of shopping, sunshine and sand, look forward to enjoying pleasant sea breezes on one of the three porches, including one screened. The private yard and raised deck create a laid-back haven for family barbecues and stargazing. A paved driveway accommodates several cars. Set in an upscale gulf-front community, this home has a host of activities just a golf cart ride away. Gorgeous community pools, parks, boardwalks, a fitness center and putting green are complemented by the beautiful white sandy beach just three blocks from the door. World-class dining, shopping and activities are within easy reach, including The Big Chill (formerly The Hub) and open-air concerts on the green. Currently used as a vacation rental, this adorable property has bookings into the fall.
ECAR #904827
Dec 9, 2022
Delisted
—
Dec 9, 2022
Listing Removed
—
Sep 24, 2022
Price Changed
$2,300,000
$1,277/sq ft
Sep 24, 2022
Price Changed
$2,300,000
$1,277/sq ft
Jul 29, 2022
Listed
$2,500,000
$1,388/sq ft
Jul 29, 2022
Listed
$2,500,000
$1,388/sq ft
ECAR #894758
Apr 26, 2022
Delisted
—
Apr 25, 2022
Listing Removed
—
Apr 2, 2022
Listed
$2,595,000
$1,441/sq ft
Apr 1, 2022
Listed
$2,595,000
$1,441/sq ft
ECAR #873333
Jun 21, 2021
Delisted
—
Jun 9, 2021
Pending
—
Jun 9, 2021
Listing Removed
—
Jun 2, 2021
Listed
$1,700,000
$944/sq ft
Jun 2, 2021
Listed
$1,700,000
$944/sq ft
ECAR #796996
Feb 13, 2020
Sold
$915,000
$508/sq ft
Feb 13, 2020
Sold
$915,000
$508/sq ft
Mar 1, 2018
Listed
$960,000
$533/sq ft
CPARMLS #622681
Jul 30, 2014
Sold
$820,000
$455/sq ft
Jun 3, 2014
Listed
$849,900
$472/sq ft
NAMLS #588280
Jul 30, 2014
Sold
$820,000
$455/sq ft
Jul 30, 2014
Sold
$820,000
$455/sq ft
Dec 17, 2012
Listed
$849,900
$472/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 7, 2006
Sold
$1,069,000
$594/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 5, 2004
Sold
$12,021,100
$6,675/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$12,332 (−0.9%)
$750,000 + $614,788
$1,364,788
2024
$12,446 (+13.1%)
$740,520 + $621,989
$1,362,509
2023
$11,007 (+1.8%)
2022
$10,811 (+21.6%)
2021
$8,891 (+7.8%)
$575,161 + $343,402
$918,563
2020
$8,245 (+6.5%)
$478,363 + $347,557
$825,920
2019
$7,741 (−5.3%)
$464,430 + $315,020
$779,450
2018
$8,176 (+2.0%)
$450,903 + $369,022
$819,925
2017
$8,017 (+4.1%)
$438,165 + $370,669
$808,834
2016
$7,698 (+3.1%)
$401,250 + $368,069
$769,319
2015
$7,465 (+27.4%)
$375,000 + $359,397
$734,397
2014
$5,861
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
3
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
5,152 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
2006
Sq. Ft.
1,704
Year built
2006
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Walton County
APN
203S18160130000070
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 26, 2026.
CC
Coastal Center District
This district is primarily residential, allowing medium residential densities and supporting uses. All development is required to be connected to a public water and sewer system.