A TRULY RARE OPPORTUNITY awaits in Caribe, one of the Emerald Coast's most exclusive private, guard-gated Gulf-front communities. This is currently the only single-story residence available in all of Caribe, making it an exceptional offering for buyers seeking the ease of one-level living without compromising luxury. Opportunities like this are incredibly scarce, and this turnkey coastal retreat is one you won't want to miss. Thoughtfully remodeled inside and out, this beautifully updated home features three spacious bedrooms plus a bonus bunk room that comfortably sleeps eight, including two luxurious en-suite primary suites, one designed with a spa-inspired retreat. Elevated finishes are showcased throughout, including oak hardwood flooring, elegant stone tile bathrooms with custom walk-in showers, granite countertops, custom cabinetry, barn doors on en-suite baths, designer lighting, and premium plumbing fixtures. The chef's kitchen is designed for both everyday living and entertaining, offering a gas Wolf range, oversized island, stainless steel appliances, newer granite countertops, and modern pendant lighting. Modern improvements provide both comfort and peace of mind, including impact-rated windows and doors in the living and dining areas, a tankless water heater, new ductwork and HVAC system with air purification, fresh interior paint, five custom closets, and a new roof installed in December 2023. Offered fully furnished, every detail has been carefully curated--from the reclaimed teak dining table and pillow-top Jamison Autograph mattresses to the XL adult-size bunk mattresses, new dining chairs, swivel rocker, electric Yamaha gas golf cart, and beach accessories--allowing you to begin enjoying the coastal lifestyle immediately. The exterior has been equally enhanced with a new paver driveway and front porch, fresh professional landscaping, updated exterior lighting, a remodeled storage closet, and stylish patio furnishings, all designed for effortless, low-maintenance living. Residents of Caribe enjoy private deeded sugar-white beach access through two gated entries with convenient golf cart walkovers, along with two community pools, tennis and pickleball courts, and resort-style amenities within one of the area's most desirable gated communities. With one-week minimum rentals permitted and accommodations for up to eight guests, this exceptional property also presents an outstanding investment opportunity, vacation home, or full-time residence. Combining the unmatched convenience of single-level living with luxury finishes, modern upgrades, and one of the most coveted locations along the Emerald Coast, this is a rare opportunity that simply doesn't come along often. Schedule your private showing today before it's gone.
Single-familyProperty Type
1991Year Built
4,356 sq ftLot Size
$618Price/Sq.Ft.
$400/moHOA Dues
3 spacesParking
Listed by Kelli Oglesby• Real Broker LLC
Bought with Shannon Zimmerman• Keller Williams Realty SRB
Est. $4,063 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 96 Rue Caribe
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
ECAR #1004254
Aug 20, 2026
Sold
$1,000,000
$618/sq ft
Aug 6, 2026
Pending
—
Jun 29, 2026
Price Changed
$1,062,500
$657/sq ft
May 29, 2026
Listed
$1,100,000
$680/sq ft
ECAR #837967
May 1, 2020
Sold
$450,000
$278/sq ft
May 1, 2020
Sold
$450,000
$278/sq ft
Apr 20, 2020
Pending
—
Apr 6, 2020
Price Changed
$499,900
$309/sq ft
Feb 6, 2020
Price Changed
$569,000
$352/sq ft
Jan 23, 2020
Listed
$599,000
$370/sq ft
Jan 6, 2020
Listed
$499,900
$309/sq ft
+52
Located in the popular gated beach community of Caribe, this fabulous Caribbean style custom home is located just steps to one of two community pools and the beach! This single level home offers an open living space adjoining the kitchen and dining area. The attractive kitchen includes a gas range and lots of cabinet space. Two of the bedrooms offer private baths and can function as master bedrooms. A third bedroom is offered as well as a bonus room that can be used as an office, playroom, formal den, or bunk room! The exterior offers a fabulous front porch, outside shower, long driveway, and storage closet on the back. Caribe is perfectly located in South Walton just West of the Sandestin Resort. Scenic Hwy 98 is just a quarter mile West, and the start of Scenic 30A is a few miles East.
Public Records
Aug 17, 1998
Sold
$215,000
$133/sq ft
ECAR #111071
Feb 19, 1998
Listed
$224,000
$138/sq ft
ECAR #97795
Apr 25, 1997
Listed
$229,000
$142/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,946 (+9.3%)
2024
$5,439 (+5.7%)
2023
$5,147 (+4.7%)
2022
$4,918 (+16.6%)
2021
$4,216 (+29.9%)
$195,806 + $239,776
$435,582
2020
$3,247 (+3.1%)
2019
$3,148 (+1.7%)
2018
$3,096 (+2.9%)
2017
$3,008 (+1.4%)
2016
$2,967 (−0.8%)
2015
$2,992 (−0.6%)
2014
$3,009
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
3
Stories
1
Lot width
5 ft.
Lot depth
9 ft.
Lot size
4,697 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1991
Sq. Ft.
1,618
Year built
1991
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Walton County
APN
272S21428000000080
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
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HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Sep 9, 2026.
RP
Residential Preservation District
This district consists primarily of subdivisions existing as of November 7, 1996, approved development projects which are vested or built out, or recorded platted subdivisions that have infrastructure in place and are substantially built out.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
No uses permitted by right
Apr 18, 2025 • Final
Plumbing standalone permit - licensed contractors only
Plumbing
Jan 4, 2024 • Final
Roof retro-fit standalone permit - licensed contractors only
Roofing
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.