CURRENTLY UNDER CONTRACT. SELLER WILL CONSIDER BACK UP OFFERS There is perfection and privacy with this stunning southern coastal home. This meticulously maintained beach retreat is surrounded by preserve on two sides and comes fully furnished, and the LSV Golf Cart stored in the attached garage which is great for exploring this golf cart friendly neighborhood. Watercolor has private beach access bordering Grayton Beach State Park, 9 community pools, tennis courts, pickleball, miles of nature trails, direct access to the 19-mile Timpoochee bike trail, beautiful parks, and green space. Numerous clubs and social events will keep the whole family entertained. Complimentary tram service is provided to the Town Center for boutique shopping and restaurants or spend the day at the exclusive Watercolor Beach Club with zero-entry pool, a newly designed direct boardwalk access to the beautiful white beaches and gulf view restaurants. Groundbreaking for the new fitness club and additional four pickleball courts is scheduled for January 2026 at the award-winning Watercolor Tennis Center. Watercolor Crossing, featuring Publix and a variety of stores and restaurants, is directly connected via golf cart path allowing quick and convenient access. The Boathouse by the bridge at Watercolor rents paddle boards and kayaks too. From the inviting front screened porch for relief on those hot summer days with new Ashley outdoor sectional for comfort and capacity to the side screened room for your dinner parties with family and friends, this home has it all. Once you walk through the front door, you will be greeted with a downstairs main level with a dry bar / additional prep area to keep the flow open , living room, dining room, kitchen, walk in pantry with mini refrigerator, ½ bath, a master bedroom with a king size bed, an ensuite bathroom with tiled shower double sinks and walk in closet with custom shelving. Shiplap walls add to the luxurious coastal feel. Designer fixtures and crown molding are featured throughout the entire home. Hardwood floors add beauty and durability while hurricane protection plantation shutters allow abundant interior natural light throughout this gorgeous home. The dining area has an expandable round table and comfortable upholstered chairs for easy conversations. The family room has plenty of seating for everyone. The kitchen is a chef's dream with a gas stove, stainless appliances, white cabinetry, and tile backsplash and walk in pantry. There is lots of prep space with the quartz countertops and 3 bar stools great for breakfast or anyone wanting to help prep or converse with the chef. The furniture and decor were hand-picked by home designers. All fabric downstairs has performance fabric which is perfect for weekly rentals or sticky hands. The upstairs has a bonus room great for reading, gaming, or flex space with daybed. The upstairs master has a king bed, ensuite bathroom with tile shower, and double sinks. The master closet has custom shelving. Off the master bedroom is a 16' x 10' deck with a daybed swing and with new table and chairs for that morning coffee or afternoon sunset. The oversized guest bedroom has two twin bunkbeds, full size bed, desk, TV, walk-in closet with custom shelving, and an ensuite bathroom with tub shower combo and double sinks. This home sleeps 10 comfortably with beds for everyone. Outside you will find an enclosed hot and cold shower and a BBQ area with additional seating perfect for grilling conversations or watching the deer feed in the preserve. Two-car paved parking and garage behind the home provides ample parking and storage for all of your beach gear. The Dragonfly Pool is just a few doors down if you want to relax close to home. This is truly a well-maintained southern coastal home thoughtfully designed for entertaining or relaxing. Ask your realtor for the video tour of this beautiful home. Truly a turnkey home .
Single-familyProperty Type
2013Year Built
3,484 sq ftLot Size
$871Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by LHANDSELLSPCB Hand• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices
Listed by LYNNESELLSPCB@GMAIL.COM Hand• Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Beach Properties of Florida
Bought with Alexis Taylor• Scenic Sotheby's International Realty
There is perfection and privacy with this stunning southern coastal home. This meticulously maintained beach retreat is surrounded by preserve on two sides and comes fully furnished, and the LSV Golf Cart stored in the attached garage which is great for exploring this golf cart friendly neighborhood. Watercolor has private beach access bordering Grayton Beach State Park, 9 community pools, tennis courts, pickleball, miles of nature trails, direct access to the 19-mile Timpoochee bike trail, beautiful parks, and green space. Numerous clubs and social events will keep the whole family entertained. Complimentary tram service is provided to the Town Center for boutique shopping and restaurants or spend the day at the exclusive Watercolor Beach Club with zero-entry pool, a newly designed direct boardwalk access to the beautiful white beaches and gulf view restaurants. Groundbreaking for the new fitness club and additional four pickleball courts is scheduled for January 2026 at the award-winning Watercolor Tennis Center. Watercolor Crossing, featuring Publix and a variety of stores and restaurants, is directly connected via golf cart path allowing quick and convenient access. The Boathouse by the bridge at Watercolor rents paddle boards and kayaks too. From the inviting front screened porch for relief on those hot summer days with new Ashley outdoor sectional for comfort and capacity to the side screened room for your dinner parties with family and friends, this home has it all. Once you walk through the front door, you will be greeted with a downstairs main level with a dry bar / additional prep area to keep the flow open , living room, dining room, kitchen, walk in pantry with mini refrigerator, ½ bath, a master bedroom with a king size bed, an ensuite bathroom with tiled shower double sinks and walk in closet with custom shelving. Shiplap walls add to the luxurious coastal feel. Designer fixtures and crown molding are featured throughout the entire home. Hardwood floors add beauty and durability while hurricane protection plantation shutters allow abundant interior natural light throughout this gorgeous home. The dining area has an expandable round table and comfortable upholstered chairs for easy conversations. The family room has plenty of seating for everyone. The kitchen is a chef's dream with a gas stove, stainless appliances, white cabinetry, and tile backsplash and walk in pantry. There is lots of prep space with the quartz countertops and 3 bar stools great for breakfast or anyone wanting to help prep or converse with the chef. The furniture and decor were hand-picked by home designers. All fabric downstairs has performance fabric which is perfect for weekly rentals or sticky hands. The upstairs has a bonus room great for reading, gaming, or flex space with daybed. The upstairs master has a king bed, ensuite bathroom with tile shower, and double sinks. The master closet has custom shelving. Off the master bedroom is a 16' x 10' deck with a daybed swing and with new table and chairs for that morning coffee or afternoon sunset. The oversized guest bedroom has two twin bunkbeds, full size bed, desk, TV, walk-in closet with custom shelving, and an ensuite bathroom with tub shower combo and double sinks. This home sleeps 10 comfortably with beds for everyone. Outside you will find an enclosed hot and cold shower and a BBQ area with additional seating perfect for grilling conversations or watching the deer feed in the preserve. Two-car paved parking and garage behind the home provides ample parking and storage for all of your beach gear. The Dragonfly Pool is just a few doors down if you want to relax close to home. This is truly a well-maintained southern coastal home thoughtfully designed for entertaining or relaxing. Ask your realtor for the video tour of this beautiful home. Truly a turnkey home .
ECAR #992761
Mar 16, 2026
Sold
$1,975,000
$897/sq ft
Jan 13, 2026
Listed
$2,099,000
$953/sq ft
CPARMLS #772429
Jul 20, 2025
Listing Removed
—
Jul 3, 2025
Price Changed
$1,999,999
$908/sq ft
Apr 18, 2025
Listed
$2,025,000
$920/sq ft
ECAR #966479
Jul 3, 2025
Price Changed
$1,999,999
$908/sq ft
Apr 17, 2025
Price Changed
$2,025,000
$920/sq ft
Jan 16, 2025
Listed
$2,100,000
$954/sq ft
ECAR #961024
Nov 15, 2024
Price Changed
$2,250,000
$1,022/sq ft
Oct 12, 2024
Listed
$2,285,000
$1,038/sq ft
CPARMLS #748409
Oct 26, 2023
Sold
$1,800,000
$817/sq ft
Oct 3, 2023
Listed
$1,865,000
$847/sq ft
ECAR #933845
Oct 26, 2023
Sold
$1,800,000
$817/sq ft
Oct 3, 2023
Listed
$1,865,000
$847/sq ft
ECAR #762520
Mar 13, 2017
Sold
$820,000
$372/sq ft
Oct 13, 2016
Listed
$869,000
$395/sq ft
ECAR #592849
Mar 22, 2013
Sold
$569,000
$258/sq ft
Aug 1, 2012
Listed
$569,000
$258/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 2, 2012
Sold
$125,000
$57/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 6, 2006
Sold
$15,797,500
$7,174/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$14,236 (−2.7%)
$175,000 + $1,400,510
$1,575,510
2024
$14,624 (+26.4%)
$171,019 + $1,429,966
$1,600,985
2023
$11,568 (+11.9%)
2022
$10,335 (+26.8%)
2021
$8,151 (+10.4%)
2020
$7,385 (+3.6%)
$151,903 + $587,856
$739,759
2019
$7,126 (+3.2%)
$147,479 + $570,083
$717,562
2018
$6,905 (+50.8%)
$143,183 + $549,349
$692,532
2017
$4,579 (+1.8%)
$139,013 + $323,001
$462,014
2016
$4,498 (+2.9%)
$133,666 + $315,927
$449,593
2015
$4,373 (+9.5%)
$124,921 + $305,328
$430,249
2014
$3,993
Tax history for 44 E Royal Fern Way
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$14,236 (−2.7%)
$175,000 + $1,400,510
$1,575,510
2024
$14,624 (+26.4%)
$171,019 + $1,429,966
$1,600,985
2023
$11,568 (+11.9%)
2022
$10,335 (+26.8%)
2021
$8,151 (+10.4%)
2020
$7,385 (+3.6%)
$151,903 + $587,856
$739,759
2019
$7,126 (+3.2%)
$147,479 + $570,083
$717,562
2018
$6,905 (+50.8%)
$143,183 + $549,349
$692,532
2017
$4,579 (+1.8%)
$139,013 + $323,001
$462,014
2016
$4,498 (+2.9%)
$133,666 + $315,927
$449,593
2015
$4,373 (+9.5%)
$124,921 + $305,328
$430,249
2014
$3,993
*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
4
Stories
2
Lot width
3 ft.
Lot depth
10 ft.
Lot size
3,485 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
2013
Sq. Ft.
2,202
Year built
2013
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Walton County
APN
143S19254040000580
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
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HOA Dues
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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.
Construction/Siding: Roof Metal, Siding CmntFbrHrdBrd, Trim Wood
Financial
Tax Information
Last Tax Year: 2025
Last Taxes: 13808.00
Financial Information
Mortgage Type: Conventional
Financing: Conventional
Brokerage Interest: No Interest
Buyer
Seller
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: Electric, Gas - Natural, Public Sewer, Public Water, TV Cable, Underground
Energy: AC - 2 or More, Heat Cntrl Electric, Water Heater - Gas, Water Heater - Tnkls
Location
Assessment Information
Assessment Fees: Yes
Assessment Amount: 1560.00
Assessment Paid: Quarterly
Annual Assessment Amount: $6,240
Homeowners Association Information
Fees Include: Accounting, Ground Keeping, Internet Service, Management, Master Association, Security, 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 #: 44
Street Direction: E
Street Name: Royal Fern
Street Suffix: Way
City: Santa Rosa Beach
County: Walton
State: FL
Zip Code: 32459
Project Name/Subdivision: WATERCOLOR
Absolute Longitude: 86.125079
Longitude: -86.125079
Latitude: 30.322963
Directions: From Highway 98 East or West Turn South on HWY 395. . Just pass Publix on the left take a left onto E Royal Fern Way and 44 E Royal Fern will be the first Home on the right. Parking in the back or Street Parking.
Project Facilities
BBQ Pit/Grill, Beach, Fishing, Pickle Ball, Playground, Pool, Short Term Rental - Allowed, Tennis, TV Cable, Waterfront
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 4.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,202
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 3,485 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2013
Year Renovated: 2013
County: Walton County
APN: 143S19254040000580
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 8, 2026
Other
Listing Price Information
List Price: 2099000.00
List Price/SqFt: 953.22
Property Information
Apx SqFt(Htd/Cooled): 2202.00
Design: Craftsman Style
Sub-Type: Detached Single Family
Listing Information
As Is
Immediate Occupancy: Immediate Occupancy
Around this home
Schools
Dune Lakes Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 3.4mi
10/10
Emerald Coast Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.5mi
8/10
South Walton High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 5.1mi
8/10
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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, 21 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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Historical weather
Santa Rosa Beach, FL • 32459
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.5 hours in
June and 5.5 hours in December, placing it above the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Estimated sale price
$1.82M – $2.21M
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