This amazing five-bedroom, four-and-a-half bathroom home, is for sale in WaterColor and being sold fully furnished including a golf cart and bicycles. The home has plans that will convey for a carriage house with garage and pool. The wide front porch greets you on arrival. The first floor has an open living, dining and kitchen area ideal for family get-togethers and entertaining. The kitchen has a wine fridge, icemaker, Subzero and Wolfe appliances, marble countertops and Sharp microwave drawer. The large master suite with stately master bathroom is located on the rear of the first level. The screened porch on the back of the home is ideal for privacy. Hardwood floors run throughout this home. The extra-wide stairwell takes you to the second level which has a second master suite, two guest rooms and a bunk bedroom with four bunk beds. There is a dedicated laundry area on the first floor with plenty of storage and a full-size washer and dryer. You are just a few minutes walk from all that WaterColor and Scenic 30A have to offer including the brand new Camp WaterColor, iconic Frog Pool, the amenities of Western Lake Boathouse, and WaterColor Town center and your own private Beach Club on the Gulf. You can also enjoy walking, biking, or taking a quick golf cart ride to the Publix grocery store and all the surrounding shops and restaurants of WaterColor, Seaside, Grayton Beach, and Seagrove Beach.
Single-familyProperty Type
2012Year Built
$939Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Andy and Christina Meinen• Scenic Sotheby's International Realty
Contact: 850-974-9704
Bought with Vogel Group• Scenic Sotheby's International Realty
This amazing five-bedroom, four-and-a-half bathroom home, is for sale in WaterColor and being sold fully furnished including a golf cart and bicycles. The home has plans that will convey for a carriage house with garage and pool. The wide front porch greets you on arrival. The first floor has an open living, dining and kitchen area ideal for family get-togethers and entertaining. The kitchen has a wine fridge, icemaker, Subzero and Wolfe appliances, marble countertops and Sharp microwave drawer. The large master suite with stately master bathroom is located on the rear of the first level. The screened porch on the back of the home is ideal for privacy. Hardwood floors run throughout this home. The extra-wide stairwell takes you to the second level which has a second master suite, two guest rooms and a bunk bedroom with four bunk beds. There is a dedicated laundry area on the first floor with plenty of storage and a full-size washer and dryer. You are just a few minutes walk from all that WaterColor and Scenic 30A have to offer including the brand new Camp WaterColor, iconic Frog Pool, the amenities of Western Lake Boathouse, and WaterColor Town center and your own private Beach Club on the Gulf. You can also enjoy walking, biking, or taking a quick golf cart ride to the Publix grocery store and all the surrounding shops and restaurants of WaterColor, Seaside, Grayton Beach, and Seagrove Beach.
NAMLS #838953
Feb 24, 2020
Listing Removed
—
Jan 25, 2020
Listed
$1,725,000
$543/sq ft
ECAR #802244
Dec 7, 2018
Sold
$1,615,000
$508/sq ft
Jul 2, 2018
Listed
$1,679,000
$528/sq ft
ECAR #610202
Aug 26, 2014
Sold
$1,435,000
$452/sq ft
Dec 27, 2013
Listed
$1,495,000
$471/sq ft
ECAR #588615
Aug 12, 2013
Sold
$1,225,000
$386/sq ft
Dec 27, 2012
Listed
$1,250,000
$393/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 17, 2012
Sold
$195,000
$61/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 15, 2004
Sold
$275,000
$87/sq ft
Public Records
Feb 23, 2004
Sold
$186,500
$59/sq ft
Public Records
May 22, 2003
Sold
$18,095,600
$5,696/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$25,656 (−1.1%)
$611,637 + $2,227,761
$2,839,398
2024
$25,936 (+8.1%)
$611,637 + $2,227,761
$2,839,398
2023
$23,982 (+38.2%)
$611,637 + $2,027,683
$2,639,320
2022
$17,353 (+13.6%)
2021
$15,275 (+9.8%)
2020
$13,907 (+15.0%)
2019
$12,088 (+3.0%)
$527,448 + $689,739
$1,217,187
2018
$11,734 (+6.8%)
$512,086 + $664,692
$1,176,778
2017
$10,988 (+1.5%)
$497,171 + $611,480
$1,108,651
2016
$10,828 (+3.4%)
$478,049 + $604,120
$1,082,169
2015
$10,476 (+13.7%)
$446,775 + $583,849
$1,030,624
2014
$9,212
Tax history for 170 Royal Fern Way
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$25,656 (−1.1%)
$611,637 + $2,227,761
$2,839,398
2024
$25,936 (+8.1%)
$611,637 + $2,227,761
$2,839,398
2023
$23,982 (+38.2%)
$611,637 + $2,027,683
$2,639,320
2022
$17,353 (+13.6%)
2021
$15,275 (+9.8%)
2020
$13,907 (+15.0%)
2019
$12,088 (+3.0%)
$527,448 + $689,739
$1,217,187
2018
$11,734 (+6.8%)
$512,086 + $664,692
$1,176,778
2017
$10,988 (+1.5%)
$497,171 + $611,480
$1,108,651
2016
$10,828 (+3.4%)
$478,049 + $604,120
$1,082,169
2015
$10,476 (+13.7%)
$446,775 + $583,849
$1,030,624
2014
$9,212
*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
Permits
Beds
4
Baths
5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
9,799 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
2012
Sq. Ft.
3,177
Year built
2012
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Walton County
APN
143S19254000000190
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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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.
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
Aug 31, 2022 • Final
Mechanical
HVAC
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.
Interior: Floor Hardwood, Furnished - All, Kitchen Island, Lighting Recessed, Pantry, Window Treatment All
Exterior
Exterior Features
Has Pool
Pool Type: Community
Exterior: Porch, Porch Screened, Shower
Lot Information
Lot Dimensions: 65 x 120 x 99 x 120
Lot Features: Within 1/2 Mile to Water
Lot/Parcel Access: County Road, Paved Road
Zoning: Residential Single Family
Building Information
Construction Status: Construction Complete
Construction/Siding: Foundation On Piling, Roof Metal, Siding CmntFbrHrdBrd, Trim Wood
Financial
Financial Information
Mortgage Type: Conventional
Brokerage Interest: No Interest
Buyer
Seller
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: Electric, Gas - Natural, Public Sewer, Public Water, TV Cable
Energy: AC - 2 or More, AC - Central Elect, Ceiling Fans, Double Pane Windows, Heat - Two or More, Heat Cntrl Electric, Insulated Doors, Water Heater - Tnkls
Location
Assessment Information
Assessment Fees: Yes
Assessment Amount: 1272.00
Assessment Paid: Quarterly
Homeowners Association Information
Fees Include: Ground Keeping, Internet Service, Management, Master Association, Recreational Faclty, Trash, TV Cable
New Buyer Fee
$
School Information
Elementary School: Dune Lakes
Middle School: Emerald Coast
High School: South Walton
Location Information
Sub Area: 1802 - East of Hwy 395
Area: 18 - 30A East
Street #: 170
Street Name: Royal Fern
Street Suffix: Way
City: Santa Rosa Beach
County: Walton
State: FL
Zip Code: 32459
Project Name/Subdivision: WATERCOLOR
Absolute Longitude: 86.126344
Longitude: -86.126344
Latitude: 30.325446
Directions: Take W. Lake Forest from CR 395 and turn left onto Pine Needle and then left onto Royal Fern. House will be on the left.
Project Facilities
BBQ Pit/Grill, Beach, Deed Access, Fishing, Pets Allowed, Picnic Area, Pool, Tennis, TV Cable, Waterfront
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 5.0
Sq. Ft.: 3,177
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 9,799 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2012
Year Renovated: 2012
County: Walton County
APN: 143S19254000000190
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 8, 2026
Other
Listing Price Information
List Price: 3300000.00
List Price/SqFt: 1038.72
Property Information
Apx SqFt(Htd/Cooled): 3177.00
Design: Beach House
Is Homestead
Sub-Type: Detached Single Family
Listing Information
Immediate Occupancy: Immediate Occupancy
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Dune Lakes Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 3.4mi
10/10
Emerald Coast Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.4mi
9/10
South Walton High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.9mi
7/10
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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
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, 22 days in 30 years
9/10 Wind Factor
99% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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In this area, properties receive around 9.5 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$2.83M – $3.43M
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