Outstanding Gulf Front duplex in desirable Eastern Lake area off County Hwy 30A. Dolphin Watch is appropriately named, with gulf views from every room. This property offers the best of easy beach living with ultimate privacy. The beach house is at the dead end of secluded Eastern Lake Road. Walk out your private beach boardwalk onto the sugar white sand of the Emerald Coast. Just a short walk down the beach is Eastern Lake, one of the 15 rare Coastal Dune Lakes in South Walton County--and only found in a handful of places in the world. The interior and exterior of this duplex have been very well maintained, and some major updates have already been made, such as new decking, new AC units, and more. This beach house only needs a few cosmetic updates to become an ultimate beachfront getaway! Both units in this gulf front duplex offer gulf views from the living area, kitchen, master bedrooms, master bathrooms, and guest bedrooms. 3 levels of new decking offer amazing views of the beautiful Emerald Coast, perfect for sunset entertaining. The private boardwalk takes you straight onto the beautiful white beaches, and upon return enjoy the outdoor shower on the first level deck to rinse the sand off before you head inside. Just above the covered parking, each separate unit features an open concept living area with the kitchen overlooking the dining and living areas, crown molding throughout, and brand new sliding glass doors out to the decks. Wake up to a view of the emerald green surf in both gulf front master bedrooms, also with brand new sliding glass doors. Both masters also have custom walk in closets. The first floor master bath features marble counters, an over-sized marble walk in shower, and a vanity area with seating. The second floor master bath features marble counters and a large marble jetted tub/shower combo. The first floor guest bedrooms both offer queen beds and custom closets in each, and one guest room has built-in twin cantilever bunk beds for 2 extra guests. The second floor guest bedrooms both offer queen beds and custom closets in each. The guest bathrooms in each unit feature marble countertops and tub/showers. The kitchens both upstairs and down have natural light from windows, and both offer a breakfast bar and pantry. Each unit has its own laundry closet with washer, dryer, and custom shelving, as well as a separate owners/linen closet. A fantastic highlight of the 2nd floor unit is the vaulted ceilings and the large loft area, featuring 2 twin beds, a full bath with walk in shower, a storage closet and a large seating/lounge area. Lots of natural light in this loft area with several windows. Additionally, owners installed a seawall with a cost of over $25k. Whether looking for a primary residence, second home, vacation rental or all of the above, Dolphin Watch offers endless possibilities and lifelong memories for generations to come.
Single-familyProperty Type
1991Year Built
7,840 sq ftLot Size
$1,521Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
4 spacesParking
Listed by ben Blumberg• Mainsail Realty Company
Bought with Smiths Sell Destin Smith• The Premier Property Group
Outstanding Gulf Front duplex in desirable Eastern Lake area off County Hwy 30A. Dolphin Watch is appropriately named, with gulf views from every room. This property offers the best of easy beach living with ultimate privacy. The beach house is at the dead end of secluded Eastern Lake Road. Walk out your private beach boardwalk onto the sugar white sand of the Emerald Coast. Just a short walk down the beach is Eastern Lake, one of the 15 rare Coastal Dune Lakes in South Walton County--and only found in a handful of places in the world. The interior and exterior of this duplex have been very well maintained, and some major updates have already been made, such as new decking, new AC units, and more. This beach house only needs a few cosmetic updates to become an ultimate beachfront getaway!
NAMLS #724710
Nov 11, 2016
Listing Removed
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Mar 9, 2015
Listed
$2,300,000
$887/sq ft
Mar 9, 2015
Listed
$2,300,000
$887/sq ft
ECAR #500725
Aug 21, 2008
Listed
$2,100,000
$810/sq ft
Public Records
May 1, 1981
Sold
$23,500
$9/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$26,504 (+7.2%)
$2,187,000 + $746,224
$2,933,224
2024
$24,723 (+6.4%)
$1,944,000 + $762,585
$2,706,585
2023
$23,246 (+10.3%)
2022
$21,077 (+10.7%)
2021
$19,047 (+5.9%)
$1,529,881 + $437,851
$1,967,732
2020
$17,984 (+7.0%)
$1,399,650 + $401,883
$1,801,533
2019
$16,801 (+67.6%)
$1,297,350 + $394,377
$1,691,727
2018
$10,023 (+11.2%)
2017
$9,018 (+4.4%)
2016
$8,635 (+5.4%)
2015
$8,190 (+3.8%)
2014
$7,889
Tax history for 701 Eastern Lake Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$26,504 (+7.2%)
$2,187,000 + $746,224
$2,933,224
2024
$24,723 (+6.4%)
$1,944,000 + $762,585
$2,706,585
2023
$23,246 (+10.3%)
2022
$21,077 (+10.7%)
2021
$19,047 (+5.9%)
$1,529,881 + $437,851
$1,967,732
2020
$17,984 (+7.0%)
$1,399,650 + $401,883
$1,801,533
2019
$16,801 (+67.6%)
$1,297,350 + $394,377
$1,691,727
2018
$10,023 (+11.2%)
2017
$9,018 (+4.4%)
2016
$8,635 (+5.4%)
2015
$8,190 (+3.8%)
2014
$7,889
*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
Permits
Beds
5
Baths
4
Stories
4
Lot width
5 ft.
Lot depth
32 ft.
Lot size
7,971 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
2010
Sq. Ft.
2,282
Year built
1991
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Walton County
APN
243S19251200000304
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
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 Aug 26, 2026.
NI
Neighborhood Infill District
This district is designed to facilitate compatible development of unplatted or vacant parcels that total ten contiguous acres or less within areas where the majority of the adjacent or surrounding land has been developed.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
No uses permitted by right
Mar 11, 2026 • Active
Residential remodel - exterior permit - licensed contractors only
Remodel
Feb 11, 2022 • Final
Roof permit - roof retro-fit (building)
Roofing
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Zoning: Residential Multi-Family, Residential Single Family
Building Information
Construction Status: Construction Complete
Construction/Siding: Foundation On Piling, Roof Metal, Siding CmntFbrHrdBrd
Financial
Tax Information
Last Tax Year: 2017
Last Taxes: 9017.73
Financial Information
Mortgage Type: Conventional
Financing: Conventional
Brokerage Interest: No Interest
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: Community Sewer, Community Water, Electric, Phone, TV Cable
Energy: AC - 2 or More, AC - Central Elect, Ceiling Fans, Double Pane Windows, Heat Cntrl Electric, Insulated Doors, Water Heater - Elect
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Bay
Middle School: Emerald Coast
High School: South Walton
Location Information
Sub Area: 1806 - South of 30 A East Beaches
Area: 18 - 30A East
Street #: 701
Street Name: Eastern Lake
Street Suffix: Road
City: Santa Rosa Beach
County: Walton
State: FL
Zip Code: 32459
Project Name/Subdivision: EASTERN LAKE S/D
Absolute Longitude: 86.100186
Longitude: -86.100186
Latitude: 30.307245
Directions: Traveling East on 30A from S Hwy 395, continue onto Eastern Lake Rd. Follow to the end of the road and turn right to continue on Eastern Lake Rd. Continue to the dead end and home is located on the left. Additional route, from 30A turn south on S Gulf Dr. and continue straight at the stop sign onto Eastern Lake Rd. Curve right and continue to dead end, home is located on the left.
Project Facilities
Beach
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 4.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,282
Stories: 4.0
Lot Size: 7,971 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1991
Year Renovated: 2010
County: Walton County
APN: 243S19251200000304
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 26, 2026
Other
Listing Price Information
List Price: 2390000.00
List Price/SqFt: 921.36
Property Information
Apx SqFt(Htd/Cooled): 2594.00
Design: Beach House
Is Homestead
Sub-Type: Detached Single Family
Waterview: Gulf
Around this home
Schools
Dune Lakes Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 3.0mi
10/10
Emerald Coast Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 3.6mi
8/10
South Walton High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 6.9mi
8/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
10/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 80%+ chance 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
8 days above 105° expected this year, 24 days in 30 years
10/10 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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In this area, properties receive around 9.5 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$3.75M – $4.54M
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