Under contract with a 72-hour kick-out clause. Beautiful custom home located in the gated waterfront community of Botany Bayou, offering privacy, timeless architecture, and an exceptional Santa Rosa Beach location just minutes from 30A, Grand Boulevard, Sacred Heart Hospital, and Choctawhatchee Bay. Backing to a protected wooded preserve, this home features soaring ceilings, extensive millwork, abundant natural light, and spacious living areas designed for everyday comfort and entertaining. The gourmet kitchen opens seamlessly to the great room, while the luxurious primary suite offers a spa-like bath with dual vanities, soaking tub, walk-in shower, and generous closet space. Upstairs you'll find spacious guest bedrooms, beautifully appointed baths, and flexible bonus space ideal for a media room, office, or playroom. Enjoy peaceful outdoor living with a private courtyard and covered entertaining spaces surrounded by mature trees. Botany Bayou residents enjoy a community pool, dock, bay access, and the security of a gated neighborhood--all just minutes from the area's renowned beaches, restaurants, and shopping.
Single-familyProperty Type
2009Year Built
0.26 acresLot Size
$252Price/Sq.Ft.
$150/moHOA Dues
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Chris Sause• Berkshire Hathaway Home Services PenFed Realty
Est. $5,297 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 198 Botany Blvd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
ECAR #1007434
Sep 8, 2026
Sold
$1,025,000
$252/sq ft
Jul 11, 2026
Listed
$1,290,000
$317/sq ft
ECAR #596245
Jul 3, 2013
Sold
$521,000
$128/sq ft
Apr 3, 2013
Listed
$549,500
$135/sq ft
NAMLS #536591
Oct 25, 2011
Listing Removed
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Apr 26, 2010
Listed
$496,000
$122/sq ft
NAMLS #525208
Apr 26, 2010
Listing Removed
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Oct 8, 2009
Listed
$595,000
$146/sq ft
Public Records
Feb 26, 2003
Sold
$69,100
$17/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$8,762 (−12.8%)
2024
$10,043 (−8.0%)
2023
$10,917 (+36.3%)
2022
$8,007 (+17.7%)
2021
$6,805 (+19.1%)
2020
$5,712 (+3.8%)
$107,750 + $464,470
$572,220
2019
$5,503 (+2.5%)
$103,606 + $450,477
$554,083
2018
$5,367 (+2.5%)
$99,621 + $438,601
$538,222
2017
$5,236 (+0.8%)
$96,720 + $431,532
$528,252
2016
$5,196 (+2.0%)
$93,000 + $426,387
$519,387
2015
$5,093 (+3.1%)
$80,000 + $421,058
$501,058
2014
$4,938
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
4
Baths
3
Stories
3
Lot width
10 ft.
Lot depth
11 ft.
Lot size
0.26 Acres
Year renovated
2009
Sq. Ft.
4,074
Year built
2009
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Walton County
APN
192S203316000B0660
Parking Spaces
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Basement
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Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Sep 16, 2026.
SN
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.
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Double Oven, Range Hood
Room 1 Information
Room 1 Type: Dining Room
Room 1 Level: First
Room 1 Length: 14.0
Room 1 Width: 14.0
Room 2 Information
Room 2 Type: Great Room
Room 2 Level: First
Room 2 Length: 20.0
Room 2 Width: 15.0
Room 3 Information
Room 3 Type: Kitchen
Room 3 Level: First
Room 3 Length: 22.33
Room 3 Width: 15.0
Room 4 Information
Room 4 Type: Master Bedroom
Room 4 Level: First
Room 4 Length: 14.0
Room 4 Width: 13.0
Room 5 Information
Room 5 Type: Master Bedroom
Room 5 Level: Second
Room 5 Length: 13.0
Room 5 Width: 13.0
Room 6 Information
Room 6 Type: Bedroom
Room 6 Level: Second
Room 6 Length: 14.0
Room 6 Width: 13.0
Room 7 Information
Room 7 Type: Bedroom
Room 7 Level: Second
Room 7 Length: 14.0
Room 7 Width: 13.0
Room 8 Information
Room 8 Type: Media Room
Room 8 Level: Second
Room 8 Length: 13.0
Room 8 Width: 11.0
Exterior
Building Information
Foundation Details: Slab
Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
Total Building Area (Sq. Ft.): 4074.0
Building Area Source: County PA Records
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Outdoor Grill, Private Yard
Fencing: Fenced Lot-Part
Patio & Porch Features: Patio Open
Pool Information
Has Pool
Stories
Stories: 2
Style
Architectural Style: Colonial
Year Built
Year Built: 2009
Lot Information
Lot Features: Interior Lot
Lot Size (Acres): 0.26
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 11325.6
Lot Size Dimensions: 100 x 115
Lot/Parcel Access: Controlled Access
Zoning: Resid Single Family
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $8,761.71
Tax Year: 2025
Utilities
Utility Information
Energy Features: AC - Central Elect, AC - 2 or More, Double Pane Windows
Utilities: Electric, Gas - Natural, Public Sewer, Public Water, TV Cable
Water Source: Public
Location
HOA Information
Has Association
Association Fee Includes: Management, Recreational Faclty
Fees Include: Management, Recreational Faclty
School Information
Elementary School: Van R Butler
Middle School: Emerald Coast
High School: South Walton
Community Information
Subdivision Name: BOTANY BAYOU
Community Features: Dock, Gated, Pool
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 4,074
Stories: 3.0
Lot Size: 0.26 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2009
Year Renovated: 2009
County: Walton County
APN: 192S203316000B0660
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 16, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Van R. Butler Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 3.0mi
9/10
Emerald Coast Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 11.0mi
8/10
South Walton High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 6.8mi
8/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
10/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 104° 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
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Santa Rosa Beach, FL • 32459
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Sun exposure
80/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Santa Rosa Beach. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Estimated sale price
$1.17M – $1.41M
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