Looking for the 30A lifestyle but unwilling to pay the 30A price? Look no further than this Florida beach cottage located in the heart of Blue Mountain Beach in desirable Blue Gulf Resort, just a 1/2 mile to the beach & emerald green waters of the Gulf of Mexico! This home is located in the ''Brickyard'' and is a solid brick home with updated metal roof. This ideal property is a one-level home with a nice yard on a corner lot and a prime location just off of 30A. Relax in the fenced backyard and feel the cool beach breeze. There is beach access (easement) for Blue Gulf Resort and no HOA fees. Enjoy the coastal lifestyle for a fraction of the usual cost - this is the 2nd best priced home for all of west end 30A out of over 200 homes! Charming historic neighborhood & a fantastic investment. The home has a new metal roof and updated electrical breaker box and public water & sewer (nearly $12k expense). The main bathroom features an updated vanity and there is new wood detailing and lighting in the half bath. Thanks to the elevation of the area, you won't even need flood insurance. This is an affordable "Old Florida" beach house. For those that crave a connection to historic Blue Mountain, this is a rare opportunity! Interior features original Terrazzo flooring and wood paneling. AC has been replaced and a portion of the windows. There are two large windows in the main area that let in great natural light. The kitchen has some updated white appliances and added backsplash along with a breakfast bar for casual dining. This can be a great full time residence, second home or vacation rental. Being a corner lot, there is a large fenced in backyard that could the perfect spot for an added entertainment deck. Plenty of room to keep your beach toys, bikes and gear for outdoor coastal living. With no HOA fees, there is no hassle! Blue Gulf Resort has easy access to the beach just over 1/2 a mile away. The nearest public access is at the south end of Highway 83 with parking and restrooms but there is also an additional access across the street behind Redfish Circle next to The Inn at Blue Mountain Beach that Blue Gulf Resort has an easement to. Blue Mountain Beach is the highest elevation of Florida's Gulf Coast lending incredible views and beautiful natural dunes and wild flowers. Enjoy the great outdoors with the surrounding state parks, nature trials and the 22-mile bike & jogging path. Kayak or paddle board on one of the rare coastal dune lakes and experience a unique ecosystem that is only available to approximately 11 locations in the world! There are many options nearby for dining and entertainment and you are close to the picturesque towns of Seaside, WaterColor and Rosemary Beach. Call today for a private showing! This property is only on the market for a brief time (or it will be rented) - so don't delay.
Single-familyProperty Type
1967Year Built
3,484 sq ftLot Size
$659Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by Native Experts Selling Paradise Team• ResortQuest Real Estate
Bought with Native Experts Selling Paradise Team• ResortQuest Real Estate
Looking for the 30A lifestyle but unwilling to pay the 30A price? Look no further than this Florida beach cottage located in the heart of Blue Mountain Beach in desirable Blue Gulf Resort, just a 1/2 mile to the beach & emerald green waters of the Gulf of Mexico! This home is located in the ''Brickyard'' and is a solid brick home with updated metal roof. This ideal property is a one-level home with a nice yard on a corner lot and a prime location just off of 30A. Relax in the fenced backyard and feel the cool beach breeze. There is beach access (easement) for Blue Gulf Resort and no HOA fees. Enjoy the coastal lifestyle for a fraction of the usual cost - this is the 2nd best priced home for all of west end 30A out of over 200 homes! Charming historic neighborhood & a fantastic investment.
NAMLS #348811
Oct 14, 2003
Sold
$125,000
$146/sq ft
Oct 14, 2003
Sold
$125,000
$146/sq ft
Sep 5, 2003
Listed
$125,000
$146/sq ft
Sep 5, 2003
Listed
$125,000
$146/sq ft
Cute 3br/1.5 ba home in Blue Mountain Beach. Home is being sold ''as is.'' Price is firm.
Public Records
Jan 2, 1977
Sold
$9,000
$10/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,149 (−1.8%)
$300,000 + $197,794
$497,794
2024
$4,224 (+15.0%)
$300,000 + $200,652
$500,652
2023
$3,674 (+13.9%)
2022
$3,226 (+28.5%)
2021
$2,510 (+11.0%)
2020
$2,261 (+67.5%)
$102,325 + $124,222
$226,547
2019
$1,350 (+11.6%)
2018
$1,210 (+5.7%)
2017
$1,145 (+4.9%)
$70,941 + $58,151
$129,092
2016
$1,092 (+4.2%)
$68,212 + $56,875
$125,087
2015
$1,048 (+24.9%)
$63,750 + $56,994
$120,744
2014
$839
Tax history for 56 Barracuda St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,149 (−1.8%)
$300,000 + $197,794
$497,794
2024
$4,224 (+15.0%)
$300,000 + $200,652
$500,652
2023
$3,674 (+13.9%)
2022
$3,226 (+28.5%)
2021
$2,510 (+11.0%)
2020
$2,261 (+67.5%)
$102,325 + $124,222
$226,547
2019
$1,350 (+11.6%)
2018
$1,210 (+5.7%)
2017
$1,145 (+4.9%)
$70,941 + $58,151
$129,092
2016
$1,092 (+4.2%)
$68,212 + $56,875
$125,087
2015
$1,048 (+24.9%)
$63,750 + $56,994
$120,744
2014
$839
*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
2
Stories
1
Lot width
5 ft.
Lot depth
7 ft.
Lot size
3,384 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1990
Sq. Ft.
858
Year built
1967
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Walton County
APN
123S203403000E0110
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
Driveway Spaces: 2.00
Interior
Bedroom Information
Bedrooms: 3
Bedroom: First
Master Bedroom: First
Bathroom Information
Full Baths: 1
Half Baths: 1
Total Baths: 2.00
Room Information
Rooms: Bedroom, Dining Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom
Interior: Breakfast Bar, Floor Laminate, Furnished - None, Washer/Dryer Hookup
Exterior
Exterior Features
Pool Type: None
Exterior: Fenced Back Yard
Lot Information
Acreage: 0.08
Lot Dimensions: 40 x 68
Lot Features: Within 1/2 Mile to Water
Lot/Parcel Access: Paved Road
Zoning: Residential Single Family
Building Information
Construction Status: Construction Complete
Construction/Siding: Brick, Concrete, Roof Metal, Roof Pitched, Siding Brick Some
Financial
Tax Information
Last Tax Year: 2018
Last Taxes: 1161.60
Financial Information
Mortgage Type: FHA
Financing: Conventional, Other
Brokerage Interest: No Interest
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: Electric, Phone, Public Sewer, Public Water, TV Cable
Energy: AC - Central Elect, Ceiling Fans, Heat Cntrl Electric, Water Heater - Elect
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Bay
Middle School: Emerald Coast
High School: South Walton
Location Information
Sub Area: 1703 - Hwy 393 to Hwy 83
Area: 17 - 30A West
Street #: 56
Street Name: Barracuda
Street Suffix: Street
City: Santa Rosa Beach
County: Walton
State: FL
Zip Code: 32459
Project Name/Subdivision: BLUE GULF RESORT
Absolute Longitude: 86.205367
Longitude: -86.205367
Latitude: 30.342973
Directions: From Destin head east on Hwy 98, turn right onto County Hwy 83 S. Turn right onto W County Hwy 30A. Turn right onto Flounder St. and keep left at the fork, the home is on the left.
Project Facilities
Pets Allowed
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 858
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 3,384 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1967
Year Renovated: 1990
County: Walton County
APN: 123S203403000E0110
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 8, 2026
Other
Listing Price Information
List Price: 324900.00
List Price/SqFt: 378.67
Property Information
Apx SqFt(Htd/Cooled): 858.00
Design: Florida Cottage
Sub-Type: Detached Single Family
Listing Information
Immediate Occupancy: Immediate Occupancy
Around this home
Schools
Dune Lakes Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 7.8mi
10/10
Emerald Coast Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 5.6mi
8/10
South Walton High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.9mi
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
3/10 Fire Factor
0.77% 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
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.4 hours in
June and 5.4 hours in December, placing it above the
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Estimated sale price
$538,000 – $651,000
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