This pretty Florida Cottage oozes curb appeal, from the easy-to-maintain landscaping to the quintessential front and rear porches. Step through the wooden front door to find a bright, updated home that combines chic modernity with relaxed coastal charm. Hardwood plank flooring creates a natural flow from the sitting area to the dining space with its stylish new chandelier. New light fixtures and windows on either side deliver abundant natural light. The remodeled kitchen has white Shaker-style cabinets, open display shelving and new Caesarstone quartz countertops. It has a useful butcher block center island housing the microwave. Recent additions include a new dishwasher, sink with disposal and a range hood. The generous breakfast bar provides a hub for social chatter and snacks. The rear hallway makes good use of space with a built-in office nook. Pass a half-bath and a laundry closet with stacked washer and dryer en route to the rear screened porch. Three bedrooms are complemented by additional space in the loft. It offers extra space for sleeping or being used as a cozy sitting nook for reading or for kids to play. The first-floor master suite has an updated bathroom with a twin vanity and oversized tiled shower. It has direct access to the rear porch with ample space for lounging and leisurely dining. Two additional ensuite bedrooms are tucked beneath the eaves on the second floor. The fenced rear yard has a paved patio for barbecues and stargazing while hanging out around the fire pit. There's a newly paved parking pad and enough exterior space for a pool or carriage house for those who want to expand. Offered fully furnished, this charming cottage has a renovated primary bathroom, remodeled upstairs bathrooms, interior paint in 2022 and new outdoor ceiling fans. Current rental projections of $165,000 could be significantly increased to more than $200,000 with the addition of a pool. Located in the highly desirable Park District of WaterColor's Phase I, this home is just steps from the beach club, fully stocked boathouse, Camp WaterColor and Seaside, Florida's, Central Square. It offers easy access to the best amenities along 30A, along with community pools, tennis courts, boardwalks and green spaces closer to home.
Single-familyProperty Type
2001Year Built
$1,258Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by Dahler & Co.• Scenic Sotheby's International Realty
Contact: dahlerandco@scenicsir.com
Bought with Polakoff Group• Scenic Sotheby's International Realty
Ideally located in the Park District of Phase 1 lies this charming WaterColor cottage. With expansive porches, this is the perfect setting to enjoy and relish in the sights of the WaterColor community. This 3 bedroom 3 -1/2 bath home offers an additional loft space and has recently been professionally decorated with new furnishings, fresh paint and an upgraded kitchen. True hardwood floors will lead you through the first level into the Master Bedroom, which offers a private access to the screened in porch around the back of the home. Upstairs you will find 2 large guest suites which boast an attached full bath in each, along with a loft space which can be used for added sleep-ability to boost rental potential (established rental history with projections exceeding $90K). Thoughtfully...
ECAR #775389
Jul 20, 2017
Sold
$1,250,000
$531/sq ft
May 11, 2017
Listed
$1,295,000
$551/sq ft
+33
Slip away to your coastal retreat in this 3 bedroom, 3 and -1/2 bath beach cottage found in the very front of Phase I of WaterColor! Watch your stress melt away as you enjoy your morning cup of coffee the expansive covered front porch and relish in the scenic views of the WaterColor Community. As you enter the home, you are greeted with wood floors, soaring ceilings and vast windows featuring transom lighting that can be found throughout the first floor of the home, allowing in tons of natural light. The expansive and timeless U-shaped kitchen features white cabinets and counter tops, offering a light, coastal feel with GE Profile appliances. The spacious downstairs master bedroom offers double doors to the screened in back porch, separate closets, an attached master bath with dual vanities,
Public Records
Oct 11, 2000
Sold
$220,000
$94/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$19,106 (−1.9%)
$800,000 + $1,353,130
$2,153,130
2024
$19,472 (+19.5%)
$800,000 + $1,370,029
$2,170,029
2023
$16,298 (+19.2%)
2022
$13,669 (+18.0%)
2021
$11,581 (+3.3%)
$598,108 + $598,357
$1,196,465
2020
$11,216 (+3.0%)
$547,193 + $576,416
$1,123,609
2019
$10,892 (+2.4%)
$531,256 + $565,544
$1,096,800
2018
$10,640 (+2.3%)
$515,782 + $551,295
$1,067,077
2017
$10,400 (+0.3%)
$500,760 + $548,595
$1,049,355
2016
$10,370 (+4.3%)
$481,500 + $554,817
$1,036,317
2015
$9,939 (+8.3%)
$450,000 + $547,912
$997,912
2014
$9,180
Tax history for 134 Buttercup St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$19,106 (−1.9%)
$800,000 + $1,353,130
$2,153,130
2024
$19,472 (+19.5%)
$800,000 + $1,370,029
$2,170,029
2023
$16,298 (+19.2%)
2022
$13,669 (+18.0%)
2021
$11,581 (+3.3%)
$598,108 + $598,357
$1,196,465
2020
$11,216 (+3.0%)
$547,193 + $576,416
$1,123,609
2019
$10,892 (+2.4%)
$531,256 + $565,544
$1,096,800
2018
$10,640 (+2.3%)
$515,782 + $551,295
$1,067,077
2017
$10,400 (+0.3%)
$500,760 + $548,595
$1,049,355
2016
$10,370 (+4.3%)
$481,500 + $554,817
$1,036,317
2015
$9,939 (+8.3%)
$450,000 + $547,912
$997,912
2014
$9,180
*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
3
Baths
4
Stories
2
Lot width
4 ft.
Lot depth
12 ft.
Lot size
4,617 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
2001
Sq. Ft.
2,352
Year built
2001
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Walton County
APN
153S19254000000200
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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.