Welcome to 975 Backwater Road located in the coastal community of Port St. Joe. The Rhett is a 4-bedroom, 2-bath home with 1,835 square feet of living space located in WindMark Beach. Standard features of this home include beautiful granite countertops with undermount sinks in the kitchen and all bathrooms, 5 panel wood doors and engineered vinyl plank flooring throughout the entire home. There are 9-foot ceilings throughout, 11-foot double trayed ceiling in the living room, and 10-foot single trayed ceiling in the owner's suite. Stainless steel appliances included are a free-standing smooth top range, microwave, and dishwasher. This kitchen features a large walk-in pantry, disposal and water filtration system in the Kitchen. WindMark Beach is a tranquil community where one can enjoy the natural settings with boardwalks, walking paths, bike trails, and deeded beach access. WindMark Beach also offers residents numerous luxury amenities and features including a community pool, a gym, restaurants, packaging store/bar, beach equipment rentals, roving security, community fire pit, local shopping, and a versatile community center.
Single-familyProperty Type
2024Year Built
5,227 sq ftLot Size
$260Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by • DR Horton Realty of Emerald Coast, LLC
Bought with Jeff Swayze• DR Horton Realty of Emerald Coast, LLC
Welcome to 975 Backwater Road located in the coastal community of Port St. Joe. The Rhett is a 4-bedroom, 2-bath home with 1,835 square feet of living space located in WindMark Beach. Standard features of this home include beautiful granite countertops with undermount sinks in the kitchen and all bathrooms, 5 panel wood doors and engineered vinyl plank flooring throughout the entire home. There are 9-foot ceilings throughout, 11-foot double trayed ceiling in the living room, and 10-foot single trayed ceiling in the owner's suite. Stainless steel appliances included are a free-standing smooth top range, microwave, and dishwasher. This kitchen features a large walk-in pantry, disposal and water filtration system in the Kitchen. WindMark Beach is a tranquil community where one can enjoy the natural settings with boardwalks, walking paths, bike trails, and deeded beach access. WindMark Beach also offers residents numerous luxury amenities and features including a community pool, a gym, restaurants, packaging store/bar, beach equipment rentals, roving security, community fire pit, local shopping, and a versatile community center.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,775 (+599.4%)
$65,000 + $401,116
$466,116
2024
$969 (−16.9%)
$65,000
2023
$1,166 (−2.9%)
$75,000
2022
$1,200
$75,000
Tax history for 975 Backwater Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,775 (+599.4%)
$65,000 + $401,116
$466,116
2024
$969 (−16.9%)
$65,000
2023
$1,166 (−2.9%)
$75,000
2022
$1,200
$75,000
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
4
Baths
2
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
5,489 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
2024
Sq. Ft.
2,517
Year built
2024
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Gulf County
APN
04241-242R
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 10, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Garage/Carport Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Parking
Features: Garage, Garage Door Opener
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
Room Information
# of Rooms (Total): 6
Room Types: Bedroom, Kitchen, Living Room
Room 1 Information
Kitchen
Description: Dimensions: 18-0x11-6
Room 2 Information
Living Room
Description: Dimensions: 15-2x16-2
Room 3 Information
Bedroom
Description: Dimensions: 11-6x12-6
Dimensions: 11.6 x 12.6
Length: 11.6
Width: 12.6
Room 4 Information
Bedroom
Description: Dimensions: 11-0x12-8
Dimensions: 11 x 12.8
Length: 11.0
Width: 12.8
Room 5 Information
Bedroom
Description: Dimensions: 10-10x12-8
Dimensions: 10.1 x 12.8
Length: 10.1
Width: 12.8
Room 6 Information
Bedroom
Description: Dimensions: 11-10x14-10
Dimensions: 11.1 x 14.1
Length: 11.1
Width: 14.1
Equipment
Appliances: Electric Range, Electric Water Heater
Interior Features
Accessibility Features: Smart Technology
Exterior
Building Information
Roof Details: Shingle
Construction Details: HardiPlank Type
Exterior Features
Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
Mobile Home Information
Mobile Dimension Units: Feet
Pool and Spa Information
Pool Features: Community
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 0.12
Lot Size Acres: 0.12
Lot Size Dimensions: IRR
Zoning Description: Resid Single Family
Property Information
Entry Level: 1
Foundation Details: Slab
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: Cable Connected, Electricity Available, Water Connected
Sewer: Public Sewer
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
Location
Multi Unit Information
Units Furnished: None
HOA Information
Has Home Owners Association
Community Information
Community Features: Barbecue, Pool
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,517
Stories: —
Lot Size: 5,489 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2024
Year Renovated: 2024
County: Gulf County
APN: 04241-242R
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 10, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Port St. Joe Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 6.1mi
5/10
Port St. Joe High School
Public 6-12 • Assigned • 6.4mi
4/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
7/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 80%+ chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
4/10 Fire Factor
2% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
10/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 105° expected this year, 21 days in 30 years
10/10 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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Historical weather
Port St Joe, FL • 32456
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.8 hours in
June and 5.8 hours in December, placing it above the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Estimated sale price
$454,000 – $549,000
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