4 Bedroom Waterfront Home Under $250K!! No flood insurance required! Here is an opportunity to live on the water on Marquis Basin, a protected waterway off of Blackwater River and south of the railroad bridge. This Is an older home that has had additional square footage added with a remodeled kitchen and bathrooms, while preserving the original hardwood floors. Over 2100 square feet of living space all on one level. Walls and ceilings have newer textures and crown molding in much of the home. Living room has a fireplace with an antique mantle from New Orleans (currently capped off), built-in shelves, and hardwood floors. Remodeled kitchen has lots of oak cabinets, plenty of counter space and large breakfast bar, Jenn-Aire downdraft stove, wall oven, large deep well cast iron sink, under cabinet lighting, and two sets of French doors leading to the huge covered porch with a view of the waterfront. The large master bedroom is waterfront and has engineered wood floors, a ventless gas fireplace, large walk-in closet, a sitting room/office/study, and its own door to over 600 sq ft of covered porch area with views of the water. There is an attached garage, a workshop room on the back of the home, plus additional storage building. There is a hot tub built into the covered wood deck. The property adjacent to the north is county owned plus there is a county boat launch down the road for easy access with your boat. Home is minutes to downtown Milton and has easy access to I-10. This is an exceptional value for a waterfront home – Call today to view!
4 Bedroom Waterfront Home Under $250K!! No flood insurance required! Here is an opportunity to live on the water on Marquis Basin, a protected waterway off Blackwater River. This Is an older home that has had add'l square footage added with a remodeled kitchen and bathrooms, while preserving the original hardwood floors. Over 2000 sq ft of living space all on one level. Walls and ceilings have newer textures and crown molding in much of the home. Living room has a fireplace with an antique mantle from New Orleans (currently capped off), built-in shelves, and hardwood floors. Updated kitchen has lots of oak cabinets, plenty of counter space and large breakfast bar, Jenn-Aire downdraft stove, wall oven, large deep well cast iron sink, under cabinet lighting, and French doors...Click for More The large master bedroom is waterfront and has engineered wood floors, a ventless gas fireplace, large walk-in closet,a sitting room/office/study, and its own door to over 600 sq ft of covered porch area with views of the water. There is an attached garage, a workshop room on the back of the home, plus additional storage building. There is a hot tub built into the covered wood deck. The property adjacent to the north is county owned plus there is a county boat launch down the road for easy access with your boat. Home is minutes to downtown Milton and has easy access to I-10. This is an exceptional value for a waterfront home Call today to view!
PARMLS #548846
Feb 11, 2020
Listing Removed
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Feb 8, 2019
Listed
$249,500
$114/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 25, 2001
Sold
$88,500
$40/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 1, 1989
Sold
$51,500
$24/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,165 (+5.5%)
2024
$2,053 (+2.0%)
2023
$2,013 (+2.5%)
2022
$1,964 (+0.6%)
2021
$1,953 (+41.0%)
$30,600 + $160,753
$191,353
2020
$1,385 (+2.5%)
2019
$1,352 (+0.6%)
2018
$1,344 (+5.8%)
2017
$1,270 (+0.6%)
2016
$1,262 (−1.9%)
2015
$1,287 (−0.8%)
2014
$1,298
Tax history for 5237 Nimitz Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,165 (+5.5%)
2024
$2,053 (+2.0%)
2023
$2,013 (+2.5%)
2022
$1,964 (+0.6%)
2021
$1,953 (+41.0%)
$30,600 + $160,753
$191,353
2020
$1,385 (+2.5%)
2019
$1,352 (+0.6%)
2018
$1,344 (+5.8%)
2017
$1,270 (+0.6%)
2016
$1,262 (−1.9%)
2015
$1,287 (−0.8%)
2014
$1,298
*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
3
Stories
1
Lot width
750 ft.
Lot depth
2 ft.
Lot size
0.46 Acres
Year renovated
1985
Sq. Ft.
2,065
Year built
1945
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Santa Rosa County
APN
02-1N-28-0270-00500-0010
Parking Spaces
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Basement
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Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 13, 2026.
R1
Single Family Residential District
To provide suitable areas for low density residential development where appropriate urban services are provided or where the extension of such services and facilities will be physically and economically facilitated. This district will be characterized by single family detached structures and such other structures as are accessory thereto. The density shall not exceed 4 du per acre for platted lots and 10,890 sq ft for metes and bounds lots.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Garden center
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Property details
Parking
Parking / Garage Information
# of Total Parking Spaces: 3
# of Garage Spaces: 1
Covered Spaces: 1
Has Garage
Has Attached Garage
Parking Features: Garage, Front Entrance, Oversized, Garage Door Opener
Interior
Bedroom 1 Information
Bedroom Level: First
Bedroom Width: 10
Bedroom Length: 14
Bedroom Area: 140
Bedroom 2 Information
Bedroom Level: First
Bedroom Width: 10
Bedroom Length: 11
Bedroom Area: 110
Bedroom 3 Information
Bedroom Level: First
Bedroom Width: 9
Bedroom Length: 9
Bedroom Area: 81
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 3
# of Bathrooms (1/2): 0
Room Bathroom Features: Remodeled
Bathroom Update Timeline: 11 TO 14 YRS
Bathroom Update Remarks: Bathrooms were remodeled in 2004 with new fixtures, lighting, etc.
Dining Room Information
Dining Room Features: Breakfast Bar, Kitchen/Dining Combo
Living Room Information
Living Room Level: First
Living Room Width: 12
Living Room Length: 18
Living Room Area: 216
Office Room Information
Office Level: First
Office Width: 9
Office Length: 10
Office Area: 90
Kitchen Information
Kitchen Level: First
Kitchen Width: 18
Kitchen Length: 20
Kitchen Area: 360
Kitchen Features: Remodeled
Kitchen Update Timeline: 11 TO 14 YRS
Kitchen Update Remarks: Kitchen was completely remodeled in 2004 with oak cabinets, Jenn-aire cooktop and wall oven.
Patio And Porch Features: Lanai, Porch, Covered Deck
Roof: Shingle
Has View
View: Bayou, Lagoon, Lake, River
Has Waterfront
Waterfront Features: Bayou, Lagoon, Lake, River Front, Waterfront, Natural
Pool Information
Has Spa
Spa Features: Heated
Lot Information
Lot Size Acres: 0.46
Lot Size Dimensions: 75x265
Lot Size Area: 0.46
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Features: Cul-De-Sac
Land Information
Water Source: Public
Property Information
Property Condition: Resale
New Construction: No
Has Property Attached: No
Other Structures: Yard Building
Green Energy Efficient: Insulation, Insulated Walls, Ridge Vent
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Features: Two or More
Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Built In Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven, Oven
Laundry Features: Inside, W/D Hookups
Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Responsibility: County Maintained Road
Building Information
Building Area Total: 2,186
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Foundation Details: Slab
Levels: One
Construction Materials: Frame
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Legal Description: BAYVIEW HEIGHTS LOT 1 BLK 5AS DES IN OR 1941 PG 1168& OR 3179 PG 59
Utilities
Utility Information
Electric: Circuit Breakers, Copper Wiring
Sewer: Septic Tank
Utilities: Cable Available, Sewer Available
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Has Heating
Cooling: Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
Heating: Central, Fireplace(s)
Location
HOA Information
Association YN: No
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
Location Details
Directions: From Hwy 90, just a little east of the Blackwater River bridge, go south on Ward Basin Rd. Take the first right onto Gillespie Rd. Turn right onto Nimitz Rd. Home will be on your left.
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,065
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.46 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1945
Year Renovated: 1985
County: Santa Rosa County
APN: 02-1N-28-0270-00500-0010
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 13, 2026
Around this home
Schools
East Milton Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.3mi
4/10
Martin Luther King Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.1mi
4/10
Milton High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.4mi
4/10
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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
3/10 Fire Factor
0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
10/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 104° expected this year, 21 days in 30 years
9/10 Wind Factor
99% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Milton, FL • 32583
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$360,000 – $436,000
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