One of the last remaining homesites in Watercolor offers lots of privacy and is large enough to build your dream home! Large WaterColor Phase II homesite nestled next to community greenspace both to the side and the rear offering outstanding privacy. A neighborhood trail leads to the popular ''Frog'' swimming pool and to Camp WaterColor while the beach is less than half of a mile south. The WaterColor Crossings town center is minutes away with shops, eateries and a Publix market. Located on 499 acres in the renowned South Walton Beaches, WaterColor was created with families in mind and offers the charm of small town life. T Exceptional community amenities include several beautiful swimming pools, a gulf front beach club, nature trails, kayaking, canoeing, a fitness center, tennis, Camp WaterColor for kids, parks and green spaces. Hwy 98 is minutes away making travel to both Destin and Panama City Beach con
Vacant landProperty Type
6,534 sq ftLot Size
Listed by Sterling Rainer• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices
Bought with Jimmy Burgess• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices
One of the last remaining homesites in Watercolor offers lots of privacy and is large enough to build your dream home! Large WaterColor Phase II homesite nestled next to community greenspace both to the side and the rear offering outstanding privacy. A neighborhood trail leads to the popular ''Frog'' swimming pool and to Camp WaterColor while the beach is less than half of a mile south. The WaterColor Crossings town center is minutes away with shops, eateries and a Publix market. Located on 499 acres in the renowned South Walton Beaches, WaterColor was created with families in mind and offers the charm of small town life. T
NAMLS #761190
Apr 30, 2018
Listing Removed
—
Sep 20, 2016
Listed
$595,000
NAMLS #380625
Mar 24, 2006
Listing Removed
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Feb 22, 2005
Listed
$489,000
Public Records
Aug 26, 2004
Sold
$539,000
Public Records
May 22, 2003
Sold
$18,095,600
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$21,791 (+3.2%)
2024
$21,119 (+10.2%)
2023
$19,165 (+13.7%)
2022
$16,862 (+13.6%)
2021
$14,847 (+187.4%)
$565,544 + $968,235
$1,533,779
2020
$5,165 (+28.1%)
$517,402
2019
$4,033 (+5.0%)
2018
$3,842 (+5.6%)
2017
$3,638
$473,496
Tax history for 65 Royal Fern Way
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$21,791 (+3.2%)
2024
$21,119 (+10.2%)
2023
$19,165 (+13.7%)
2022
$16,862 (+13.6%)
2021
$14,847 (+187.4%)
$565,544 + $968,235
$1,533,779
2020
$5,165 (+28.1%)
$517,402
2019
$4,033 (+5.0%)
2018
$3,842 (+5.6%)
2017
$3,638
$473,496
*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
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
6,652 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
2020
Sq. Ft.
2,812
Year built
2020
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Walton County
APN
143S19254000000350
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
Property details
Exterior
Lot Information
Acreage: 0.15
Lot Dimensions: 55x120
Zoning: Residential Single Family
Financial
Financial Information
Mortgage Type: Conventional
Brokerage Interest: No Interest
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: Electric, Gas - Natural, Public Sewer, Public Water, Underground
Location
Assessment Information
Assessment Fees: Yes
Assessment Amount: 1260.00
Assessment Paid: Quarterly
Homeowners Association Information
New Buyer Fee
%
School Information
Middle School: Emerald Coast
High School: South Walton
Location Information
Sub Area: 1802 - East of Hwy 395
Area: 18 - 30A East
Street #: 65
Street Name: Royal Fern
Street Suffix: Way
City: Santa Rosa Beach
County: Walton
State: FL
Zip Code: 32459
Project Name/Subdivision: WATERCOLOR
Absolute Longitude: 86.126574
Longitude: -86.126574
Latitude: 30.323923
Directions: From Hwy 395 turn west on Royal Fern. Lot will be on your left.
Project Facilities
Beach, Exercise Room, Fishing, Pavillion/Gazebo, Pets Allowed, Picnic Area, Playground, Pool, Tennis, TV Cable, Waterfront, Whirlpool
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 4.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,812
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 6,652 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2020
Year Renovated: 2020
County: Walton County
APN: 143S19254000000350
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 8, 2026
Other
Listing Price Information
List Price: 595000.00
List Price/Acre: 3966666.67
Property Information
Sub-Type: Vacant Land
Listing Information
As Is
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 • 5.0mi
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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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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