Craftsman Charm Meets Modern Luxury in WaterSound Origins' Only Gated Neighborhood Welcome to your Florida dream home in NatureWalk at WaterSound Origins—the only gated community in this highly sought-after master-planned development. This impeccably built Craftsman-style home blends thoughtful architecture with high-end upgrades for serene, secure, and stylish living just minutes from 30A's best beaches and dining. Built with durability and efficiency in mind, this home features Hardi cement board siding, 2x6 exterior walls with R19 insulation, and large high-impact thermopane windows that bathe the home in natural light. A widened driveway provides easy access, while the epoxy-coated garage floor adds a clean, finished touch. Inside, you'll love the upgraded kitchen cabinetry with soft-close drawers, GE Profile stainless steel appliances, a built-in oven and microwave, and elegant quartz countertops. Thoughtful finishes like wood shelving in the pantry and all closets, separate vanities in the master bath, and a custom-tiled walk-in shower with a private water closet enhance everyday luxury. The dual master closets offer ample space and organization. A built-in Murphy bed in the third bedroom adds versatility perfect as a home office, guest room, or both. Step outside to enjoy a screened-in lanai and your own custom Weber gas grill, ideal for relaxing evenings with friends. The Generac whole-home backup generator ensures peace of mind, while 14 SEER Carrier HVAC and tankless gas water heater maximize comfort and efficiency. Surrounded by lush palms and protected woods, the backyard offers privacy and tranquility. Residents of NatureWalk enjoy exclusive access to a private amenity center featuring a state-of-the-art fitness facility, heated pool, hot tub, entertainment lounge, poolside cabanas, outdoor fire pit, and multiple tennis and pickleball courts all within a short drive to Alys Beach, Rosemary, and Camp Creek Golf Club. Vacation rentals are not permitted, making this a peaceful, community-oriented place to call home. And with the Panama City Beach Airport (ECP) just 20-25 minutes away, travel is a breeze. This is more than a home it's a lifestyle.
Single-familyProperty Type
2022Year Built
5,227 sq ftLot Size
$421Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by James Snell• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices
Listed by Andrew Harman• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices
Bought with James Snell• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices
Here is your chance!! This NEW CONSTRUCTION is ready for you! This home offers amazing preserve views from the backyard and is located behind the gates of the highly sought after NATUREWALK IN WATERSOUND ORIGINS. This community has its' own amenities center that is currently under construction (completion set for this spring) and will offer a lakeside pool, sundeck, fitness center, tennis, pickleball, and playground. Next door and included in your HOA's, you have access to the event lawn, resort-Style pool, fitness center, Lake Powell dock access, tennis & pickleball courts, Origins Golf Course& footgolf. In addition to amazing amenities within your own neighborhood, you are directly behind the Watersound Town Center and have direct access to 30A!!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,343 (+5.9%)
2024
$5,047 (+17.4%)
2023
$4,299 (+237.4%)
$123,842 + $349,232
$473,074
2022
$1,274 (+9.5%)
$137,465
2021
$1,164
$120,235
Tax history for 70 E Lafayette Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,343 (+5.9%)
2024
$5,047 (+17.4%)
2023
$4,299 (+237.4%)
$123,842 + $349,232
$473,074
2022
$1,274 (+9.5%)
$137,465
2021
$1,164
$120,235
*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
Permits
Beds
2
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
4 ft.
Lot depth
13 ft.
Lot size
5,314 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
2022
Sq. Ft.
1,671
Year built
2022
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Walton County
APN
243S18161210000520
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 26, 2026.
BWSP-TC
Bay Walton Sector Plan District-Town Center
The BWSP Town Center zoning district is to provide for a wide-range of large-scale commercial and service related uses to serve the Bay-Walton Sector Plan and the surrounding region.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Gas station
General retail
Restaurant
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Manufacturing
Warehouse
Hotel / motel
Office
Medical office
Sep 21, 2022 • Final
Gas
Gas
Sep 21, 2022 • Final
Service change over- residential
Electrical
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Project Name/Subdivision: NatureWalk at WaterSound Origins
Absolute Longitude: 86.007415
Longitude: -86.007415
Latitude: 30.303842
Directions: Turn North off US-98 E onto Watersound Pkwy. At the gated entrance turn left on Naturewalk Blvd. Turn right onto Lafayette Rd. Home will be on your right (across from Ravine Rd).