Forest Lakes is a community built on the craftsman tradition of classic small Southern towns like Andalusia, Florala and Eufaula. Located mere blocks from the sugar-white sands of the Gulf of Mexico and bordered by State Forest, each home site meticulously preserves as much old growth as possible in Forest Lakes. This is the ideal place to build your primary residence or the second home you have been dreaming of. Community features include brick paver streets, sidewalks, green spaces, walking trails, dock and covered pavillion over the lake, large pool & cabana area with outdoor fireplace, gas grill, bathrooms and much more. Buyer to verify lot dimensions.
Vacant landProperty Type
Listed by Shelley Smith• Century 21 Blue Marlin Pelican
Listed by Karissa Bell• Century 21 Blue Marlin Pelican
Forest Lakes is a community built on the craftsman tradition of classic small Southern towns like Andalusia, Florala and Eufaula. Located mere blocks from the sugar-white sands of the Gulf of Mexico and bordered by State Forest, each home site meticulously preserves as much old growth as possible in Forest Lakes. This is the ideal place to build your primary residence or the second home you have been dreaming of. Community features include brick paver streets, sidewalks, green spaces, walking trails, dock and covered pavillion over the lake, large pool & cabana area with outdoor fireplace, gas grill, bathrooms and much more. Buyer to verify lot dimensions.
Public Records
Jun 14, 2011
Sold
$54,000
ECAR #525068
Nov 16, 2009
Sold
$60,000
Oct 6, 2009
Listed
$80,000
This large private lot is located in Phase III of Forest Lakes and borders the Point Washington State Forest. Purchase this lot and build your home here. Enjoy the private lake, dock, nature trails, double-tiered pool with summer kitchen and outdoor fireplace attached. Access the beaches using the multiple public accesses nearby. For detailed neighborhood information, please see community web site www.forest-lake.com.
Public Records
May 26, 2005
Sold
$6,700,000
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,752 (+1.9%)
2024
$6,626 (+3.7%)
2023
$6,389 (+1.1%)
2022
$6,317 (−1.3%)
2021
$6,400 (−1.7%)
2020
$6,508 (+3.0%)
2019
$6,320 (+538.3%)
$102,266 + $571,437
$673,703
2018
$990 (+3.6%)
$99,288
2017
$955
$96,396
Tax history for 17 N Nickajack
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,752 (+1.9%)
2024
$6,626 (+3.7%)
2023
$6,389 (+1.1%)
2022
$6,317 (−1.3%)
2021
$6,400 (−1.7%)
2020
$6,508 (+3.0%)
2019
$6,320 (+538.3%)
$102,266 + $571,437
$673,703
2018
$990 (+3.6%)
$99,288
2017
$955
$96,396
*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
5
Stories
2
Lot width
5 ft.
Lot depth
11 ft.
Lot size
5,643 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
2018
Sq. Ft.
2,989
Year built
2018
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Walton County
APN
023S20344020000020
Parking Spaces
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Basement
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Last updated by owner on Sep 9, 2026.
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Small Neighborhood District
This district is intended for areas transitioning from fragmented developments to an area with higher density and a mixed use core that will facilitate neighborhood continuity. Each Small Neighborhood shall provide for a mixture of uses to encourage economic diversity and sustainability within the area, promote the future viability of the neighborhood, and encourage a walking and bicycle-friendly design to conserve energy and reduce emissions.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Bank
Day care facility
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Mixed use building
Office
Medical office
Educational/school
Library
Museum / gallery
Property details
Exterior
Lot Information
Lot Dimensions: 26X80X44X55X63X71X49
Zoning: Residential Single Family
Financial
Financial Information
Mortgage Type: Other
Brokerage Interest: No Interest
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: Phone, Public Sewer, Public Water
Location
Assessment Information
Assessment Fees: Yes
Assessment Amount: 300.00
Assessment Paid: Quarterly
Homeowners Association Information
New Buyer Fee
$
School Information
Elementary School: Van R Butler
Middle School: Emerald Coast
High School: South Walton
Location Information
Sub Area: 1703 - Hwy 393 to Hwy 83
Area: 17 - 30A West
Street #: 17
Street Direction: N
Street Name: Nickajack
City: Santa Rosa Beach
County: Walton
State: FL
Zip Code: 32459
Project Name/Subdivision: FOREST LAKES PH III
Absolute Longitude: 86.214824
Longitude: -86.214824
Latitude: 30.352046
Directions: From Hwy 393 and County Hwy 30-A turn left (heading East on 30A). Forest Lakes entrance will be at the top of the hill on the Left (North side of 30-A). Across the street from Draper Lake.
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 5.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,989
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 5,643 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2018
Year Renovated: 2018
County: Walton County
APN: 023S20344020000020
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 8, 2026
Other
Listing Price Information
List Price: 115000.00
Property Information
Sub-Type: Vacant Land
Around this home
Schools
Dune Lakes Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 8.4mi
10/10
Emerald Coast Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 6.1mi
8/10
South Walton High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.8mi
8/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
8/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 80%+ chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.62% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
10/10 Heat Factor
6 days above 104° expected this year, 18 days in 30 years
9/10 Wind Factor
99% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
1/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 0 days in 30 years
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