FINALLY! This light filled, spacious cottage is a family dream house. Built in the classic Seaside style and located near pools, play ground. fitness center and just a stroll to town center. The house speaks comfort and easy living. A wall of French doors opens the capacious main floor living area onto a screened porch that runs the full length of the house. The 30' x15' living and dining area features 10' ceilings, beadboard walls and a fireplace surrounded with bookcases. Crown molding and oak floors used throughout the house. The kitchen has a pass though to the dining area and includes black and white tile floors, granite countertops and stainless steel appliances. Half bath and laundry room also on first level. Upstairs, the spacious master suite opens onto the second level screened porch. Master bath with double vanities and shower has room to add a whirlpool tub. The wo guest bedrooms share a full bath. Host your family picnics or barbecue on the brick paved patio under the shade of the oak trees. Private outside shower. Room to enlarge. This beach house is in mint condition and ready to make your dreams come true.
Single-familyProperty Type
1990Year Built
4,356 sq ftLot Size
$1,277Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by Jacks Barker• Seaside Community Realty Inc
Bought with Jabbour Luxury Group• Scenic Sotheby's International Realty
FINALLY! This light filled, spacious cottage is a family dream house. Built in the classic Seaside style and located near pools, play ground. fitness center and just a stroll to town center. The house speaks comfort and easy living. A wall of French doors opens the capacious main floor living area onto a screened porch that runs the full length of the house. The 30' x15' living and dining area features 10' ceilings, beadboard walls and a fireplace surrounded with bookcases. Crown molding and oak floors used throughout the house. The kitchen has a pass though to the dining area and includes black and white tile floors, granite countertops and stainless steel appliances. Half bath and laundry room also on first level. Upstairs, the spacious master
ECAR #770222
May 19, 2017
Sold
$1,500,000
$734/sq ft
Mar 1, 2017
Listed
$1,595,000
$780/sq ft
+41
This light filled, spacious cottage is a family dream house. Built in the classic Seaside style and located close to pool, play ground and fitness center. The house speaks comfort and easy living. A wall of French doors opens the capacious main floor living area onto a screened porch that runs the full length and wraps around the house. The 30' x15' living and dining room features 10' ceilings, beadboard walls and a fireplace surrounded with book cases. The mix of antique and beach chic furnishings complement each other. Crown molding and oak floors used throughout the house. The kitchen has a pass though to the dining room and includes black and white tile floors, granite countertops and stainless steel appliances. Half bath and laundry room also on first level. Upstairs, the master suite opens onto the second level screened porch. Spacious master bath with double vanities. Two guest bedrooms with Jack & Jill bath also open onto the screened porch. Host your family picnics or barbecue on the brick paved patio under the shade of the oak trees. Private enclosed outside shower. This beach house is ready to make your dreams come true.
NAMLS #755306
Nov 29, 2016
Listing Removed
—
Jun 21, 2016
Listed
$1,595,000
$780/sq ft
ECAR #427873
Apr 12, 2007
Sold
$1,725,000
$844/sq ft
Apr 15, 2006
Listed
$1,900,000
$930/sq ft
ECAR #365314
Nov 30, 2004
Sold
$1,500,000
$734/sq ft
Jul 6, 2004
Listed
$1,850,000
$905/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 2, 2000
Sold
$725,000
$355/sq ft
ECAR #142970
Oct 28, 1999
Listed
$750,000
$367/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 3, 1994
Sold
$455,000
$223/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 1, 1986
Sold
$40,000
$20/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$21,201 (−2.6%)
$1,050,000 + $1,296,405
$2,346,405
2024
$21,761 (+4.8%)
2023
$20,773 (+24.4%)
2022
$16,693 (+29.1%)
$618,765 + $1,182,512
$1,801,277
2021
$12,933 (+2.7%)
$541,209 + $794,890
$1,336,099
2020
$12,593 (+7.6%)
$495,138 + $766,408
$1,261,546
2019
$11,704 (+2.3%)
$480,717 + $697,816
$1,178,533
2018
$11,442 (+1.7%)
$466,715 + $680,797
$1,147,512
2017
$11,248 (+1.2%)
$453,122 + $681,727
$1,134,849
2016
$11,113 (+4.4%)
$435,694 + $674,888
$1,110,582
2015
$10,647 (+10.8%)
$407,191 + $660,014
$1,067,205
2014
$9,610
Tax history for 499 Forest St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$21,201 (−2.6%)
$1,050,000 + $1,296,405
$2,346,405
2024
$21,761 (+4.8%)
2023
$20,773 (+24.4%)
2022
$16,693 (+29.1%)
$618,765 + $1,182,512
$1,801,277
2021
$12,933 (+2.7%)
$541,209 + $794,890
$1,336,099
2020
$12,593 (+7.6%)
$495,138 + $766,408
$1,261,546
2019
$11,704 (+2.3%)
$480,717 + $697,816
$1,178,533
2018
$11,442 (+1.7%)
$466,715 + $680,797
$1,147,512
2017
$11,248 (+1.2%)
$453,122 + $681,727
$1,134,849
2016
$11,113 (+4.4%)
$435,694 + $674,888
$1,110,582
2015
$10,647 (+10.8%)
$407,191 + $660,014
$1,067,205
2014
$9,610
*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
3
Stories
2
Lot width
5 ft.
Lot depth
9 ft.
Lot size
4,486 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1995
Sq. Ft.
2,044
Year built
1990
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Walton County
APN
153S192512000C0070
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Sep 9, 2026.
RP
Residential Preservation District
This district consists primarily of subdivisions existing as of November 7, 1996, approved development projects which are vested or built out, or recorded platted subdivisions that have infrastructure in place and are substantially built out.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
No uses permitted by right
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
No
No
Street Spaces: 2.00
Interior
Bedroom Information
Bedrooms: 3
Bedroom: Second
Master Bedroom: Second
Bathroom Information
Full Baths: 2
Half Baths: 1
Total Baths: 3.00
Full Bathroom: Second
Half Bathroom: First
Master Bedroom/Master Bath: MBath Double Vanity, MBath Shower Only
Room Information
Rooms: Bedroom, Dining Room, Full Bathroom, Half Bathroom, Kitchen, Living Room, Master Bathroom, Master Bedroom, Screened Porch
Lot Features: Covenants, Interior, Restrictions, Survey Available, Within 1/2 Mile to Water
Lot/Parcel Access: Paved Road, Private Road
Zoning: Deed Restrictions, Residential Single Family
Building Information
Construction Status: Construction Complete
Construction/Siding: Foundation On Piling, Frame, Roof Metal, Roof Pitched, Siding Wood, Trim Wood
Financial
Tax Information
Last Tax Year: 2020
Last Taxes: 12593.25
Financial Information
Mortgage Type: Conventional
Financing: Conventional
Brokerage Interest: No Interest
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: Phone, Public Sewer, Tap Fee Paid, TV Cable, Underground
Energy: AC - 2 or More, AC - Central Elect, Ceiling Fans, Double Pane Windows, Heat Cntrl Electric, Water Heater - Elect
Location
Assessment Information
Assessment Fees: Yes
Assessment Amount: 4237.00
Assessment Paid: Annually
Homeowners Association Information
Fees Include: Security, Trash
School Information
Elementary School: Bay
Middle School: Seaside
High School: South Walton
Location Information
Sub Area: 1802 - East of Hwy 395
Area: 18 - 30A East
Street #: 499
Street Name: Forest
Street Suffix: Street
City: Santa Rosa Beach
County: Walton
State: FL
Zip Code: 32459
Project Name/Subdivision: SEASIDE 04
Absolute Longitude: 86.135631
Longitude: -86.135631
Latitude: 30.321528
Directions: From 30A turn north on to Pensacola Street, right on Forest, pass church on left, house on right near end of Forest Street. Name of cottage -Finally.
Project Facilities
Beach, Exercise Room, Fishing, Pavillion/Gazebo, Pets Allowed, Playground, Tennis, TV Cable, Waterfront
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,044
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 4,486 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1990
Year Renovated: 1995
County: Walton County
APN: 153S192512000C0070
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 8, 2026
Other
Listing Price Information
List Price: 2300000.00
List Price/SqFt: 1125.24
Property Information
Apx SqFt(Htd/Cooled): 2044.00
Design: Florida Cottage
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 • 4.0mi
10/10
Emerald Coast Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.8mi
8/10
South Walton High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.8mi
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, 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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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.5 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$2.48M – $3.00M
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