This 4 bedroom, 4 bath, 2,072 SF Crescent Keel beach cottage in the iconic Watersound Beach is the beach home you have been looking for! The large wrap around screened front porch with upgraded IPE decking is the perfect way to enjoy your morning coffee or evening cocktail after a day at the beach. This home offers soaring vaulted ceilings along with an open living space that is perfect for gathering with family or entertaining guests. The gas fireplace with limestone surround in the living area makes the space extra inviting! Pine Plank wood embellishes the floor and white wainscoting accents the walls throughout the home. The kitchen has been upgraded with Calacutta marble countertops, marble backsplash, a gas cooktop and stainless steel appliances. The first floor offers a laundry area off of the side entry of the home, idealfor coming in from the beach or pool. A gorgeous built in office space is more than practical. The first floor offers the coveted master bedroom with ensuite. An additional guest bedroom and full bath complete the first floor. The second floor offers two additional bedrooms with ensuites. The loft of this home was remodeled to make a true 4th bedroom, making this cottage of Crescent Keel unique! The property has a detached one car garage, outdoor shower and a grilling area complete with alfresco dining. Watersound Beach is a private gated community that offers hiking and biking trails through breathtaking scenery of native vegetation and Florida pines that will certainly quiet your mind. The neighborhood has several putting greens, a large resort style community pool and playground. There are several rolling board walks through the dunes and grasslands accented by the renowned turquoise waters of the Gulf of Mexico for both walking and golf carts, enabling you to drive to the beach! Owning a home in this unique environment of Watersound Beach is invaluable! Call to schedule a showing today!
Single-familyProperty Type
2007Year Built
$948Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Andy Wiggins• The Beach Group Properties LLC
Bought with Nathan Lambert• Lambert Realty and Development
This 4 bedroom, 4 bath, 2,072 SF Crescent Keel beach cottage in the iconic Watersound Beach is the beach home you have been looking for! The large wrap around screened front porch with upgraded IPE decking is the perfect way to enjoy your morning coffee or evening cocktail after a day at the beach. This home offers soaring vaulted ceilings along with an open living space that is perfect for gathering with family or entertaining guests. The gas fireplace with limestone surround in the living area makes the space extra inviting! Pine Plank wood embellishes the floor and white wainscoting accents the walls throughout the home. The kitchen has been upgraded with Calacutta marble countertops, marble backsplash, a gas cooktop and stainless steel appliances.
ECAR #573604
Apr 27, 2012
Sold
$775,000
$374/sq ft
Mar 12, 2012
Listed
$799,000
$386/sq ft
NAMLS #558934
Nov 12, 2011
Listing Removed
—
Jun 7, 2011
Listed
$795,000
$384/sq ft
ECAR #531755
Aug 25, 2010
Sold
$615,000
$297/sq ft
Feb 6, 2010
Listed
$795,000
$384/sq ft
ECAR #473056
Sep 10, 2007
Sold
$775,000
$374/sq ft
Aug 13, 2007
Listed
$775,000
$374/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 5, 2004
Sold
$12,021,100
$5,802/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$13,618 (+3.9%)
2024
$13,109 (+7.1%)
2023
$12,241 (+2.0%)
2022
$12,006 (+22.2%)
2021
$9,825 (+7.1%)
$575,161 + $439,860
$1,015,021
2020
$9,170 (+8.0%)
$478,363 + $440,294
$918,657
2019
$8,492 (−7.3%)
$464,430 + $390,712
$855,142
2018
$9,156 (+2.9%)
$450,903 + $467,374
$918,277
2017
$8,900 (+5.0%)
$438,165 + $459,850
$898,015
2016
$8,474 (+5.6%)
$401,250 + $461,635
$862,885
2015
$8,024 (+13.5%)
$375,000 + $446,176
$821,176
2014
$7,068
Tax history for 287 Salt Box Ln
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$13,618 (+3.9%)
2024
$13,109 (+7.1%)
2023
$12,241 (+2.0%)
2022
$12,006 (+22.2%)
2021
$9,825 (+7.1%)
$575,161 + $439,860
$1,015,021
2020
$9,170 (+8.0%)
$478,363 + $440,294
$918,657
2019
$8,492 (−7.3%)
$464,430 + $390,712
$855,142
2018
$9,156 (+2.9%)
$450,903 + $467,374
$918,277
2017
$8,900 (+5.0%)
$438,165 + $459,850
$898,015
2016
$8,474 (+5.6%)
$401,250 + $461,635
$862,885
2015
$8,024 (+13.5%)
$375,000 + $446,176
$821,176
2014
$7,068
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
4
Baths
4
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
6,126 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
2007
Sq. Ft.
1,930
Year built
2007
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Walton County
APN
203S18160130000110
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 9, 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.
Appliances: Auto Garage Door Opn, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator W/IceMk, Smoke Detector, Stove/Oven Gas, Washer
Interior: Breakfast Bar, Ceiling Beamed, Ceiling Vaulted, Fireplace, Furnished - All, Lighting Recessed, Newly Painted, Owner's Closet, Walls Wainscoting, Washer/Dryer Hookup, Window Treatment All
Exterior
Exterior Features
Has Pool
Pool Type: Community
Exterior: Patio Open, Porch Screened, Shower
Lot Information
Lot Dimensions: 125.15 x 59.33 x 59.71 x 38.68
Lot Features: Restrictions, Within 1/2 Mile to Water
Lot/Parcel Access: Paved Road, Private Road
Zoning: Residential Single Family
Building Information
Construction Status: Construction Complete
Construction/Siding: Siding Shake
Financial
Financial Information
Mortgage Type: Conventional
Brokerage Interest: No Interest
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: Electric, Gas - Natural, Phone, Public Sewer, Public Water, TV Cable
Energy: AC - Central Elect, Ceiling Fans
Location
Assessment Information
Assessment Fees: Yes
Assessment Amount: 1290.00
Assessment Paid: Quarterly
Homeowners Association Information
Fees Include: Ground Keeping, Internet Service, Recreational Faclty, Security, Trash, TV Cable
New Buyer Fee
%
School Information
Elementary School: Dune Lakes
Middle School: Emerald Coast
High School: South Walton
Location Information
Sub Area: 1806 - South of 30 A East Beaches
Area: 18 - 30A East
Street #: 287
Street Name: Salt Box
Street Suffix: Lane
City: Watersound
County: Walton
State: FL
Zip Code: 32461
Project Name/Subdivision: WATERSOUND BEACH
Absolute Longitude: 86.068302
Longitude: -86.068302
Latitude: 30.301248
Directions: Watersound Beach is located South of 30A Between 395 and Alys Beach. Turn onto Watersound Way, turn left, the home is the second to the last house on the left.
Project Facilities
Beach, Community Room, Deed Access, Dock, Exercise Room, Fishing, Gated Community, Pets Allowed, Picnic Area, Playground, Pool, TV Cable, Waterfront
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 4.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,930
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 6,126 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2007
Year Renovated: 2007
County: Walton County
APN: 203S18160130000110
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 8, 2026
Other
Listing Price Information
List Price: 1299000.00
List Price/SqFt: 626.93
Property Information
Apx SqFt(Htd/Cooled): 2072.00
Design: Florida Cottage
Sub-Type: Detached Single Family
Listing Information
Immediate Occupancy: Immediate Occupancy
Around this home
Schools
Dune Lakes Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 3.1mi
10/10
Emerald Coast Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 4.7mi
8/10
South Walton High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 8.6mi
8/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
5/10 Fire Factor
4% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
10/10 Heat Factor
8 days above 105° expected this year, 25 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
Inlet Beach, FL • 32461
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.5 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$1.87M – $2.26M
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