Just for Fun has all the charm of a traditional Florida beach cottage. Open floor plan on the first level integrates living/dining/kitchen spaces along with a full bath. Two sets of French doors open onto the front porch and another set of French doors open onto the screened porch at the rear of the cottage. The living room fireplace will take the chill off on a cool winter's evening. The first floor is bright, light, open and airy. The dining area and kitchen with extended countertop can accommodate an extended family. Black & white ceramic tiles enhance the kitchen backsplash with a pop of color. Upstairs, the spacious master bedroom with private bath has a vaulted ceiling. Two additional guest bedrooms share a second full bath. Another screened porch can be accessed from the master bedroom or guest bedroom. Laundry area also located on second level. An outside shower will keep the sand outside. A storage shed in the back yard will hold all your beach toys neat and tidy. Furnished less some art.
Single-familyProperty Type
1992Year Built
3,049 sq ftLot Size
$1,270Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by Jacks Barker• Seaside Community Realty Inc
Bought with Emerald Coast Beach Properties• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices
Just for Fun has all the charm of a traditional Florida beach cottage. Open floor plan on the first level integrates living/dining/kitchen spaces along with a full bath. Two sets of French doors open onto the front porch and another set of French doors open onto the screened porch at the rear of the cottage. The living room fireplace will take the chill off on a cool winter's evening. The first floor is bright, light, open and airy. The dining area and kitchen with extended countertop can accommodate an extended family. Black & white ceramic tiles enhance the kitchen backsplash with a pop of color. Upstairs, the spacious master bedroom with private bath has a vaulted ceiling. Two additional guest bedrooms share a second full bath. Another screened porch can be accessed from the
Public Records
Aug 29, 2002
Sold
$850,000
$496/sq ft
ECAR #142969
Oct 22, 1999
Listed
$850,000
$496/sq ft
Public Records
Jan 29, 1999
Sold
$507,000
$296/sq ft
ECAR #119533
Jun 25, 1998
Listed
$575,000
$336/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 3, 1995
Sold
$400,000
$234/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$15,856 (−2.0%)
2024
$16,184 (+4.3%)
2023
$15,520 (+26.7%)
2022
$12,250 (+15.9%)
2021
$10,569 (+2.9%)
$487,088 + $604,735
$1,091,823
2020
$10,270 (+7.3%)
$445,625 + $583,165
$1,028,790
2019
$9,571 (+2.3%)
$432,645 + $531,054
$963,699
2018
$9,355 (+2.2%)
$420,044 + $518,192
$938,236
2017
$9,158 (+1.5%)
$407,810 + $516,167
$923,977
2016
$9,022 (+5.2%)
$392,125 + $511,060
$903,185
2015
$8,574 (+11.8%)
$366,472 + $499,879
$866,351
2014
$7,668
Tax history for 743 Forest St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$15,856 (−2.0%)
2024
$16,184 (+4.3%)
2023
$15,520 (+26.7%)
2022
$12,250 (+15.9%)
2021
$10,569 (+2.9%)
$487,088 + $604,735
$1,091,823
2020
$10,270 (+7.3%)
$445,625 + $583,165
$1,028,790
2019
$9,571 (+2.3%)
$432,645 + $531,054
$963,699
2018
$9,355 (+2.2%)
$420,044 + $518,192
$938,236
2017
$9,158 (+1.5%)
$407,810 + $516,167
$923,977
2016
$9,022 (+5.2%)
$392,125 + $511,060
$903,185
2015
$8,574 (+11.8%)
$366,472 + $499,879
$866,351
2014
$7,668
*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
4 ft.
Lot depth
8 ft.
Lot size
3,049 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1994
Sq. Ft.
1,566
Year built
1992
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Walton County
APN
153S192516000E0030
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
Street Spaces: 2.00
Interior
Bedroom Information
Bedrooms: 3
Bedroom: Second
Master Bedroom: Second
Bathroom Information
Full Baths: 3
Half Baths: 0
Total Baths: 3.00
Full Bathroom: First, Second
Master Bedroom/Master Bath: MBath Tile
Room Information
Rooms: Bedroom, Covered Porch, Dining Area, Full Bathroom, Kitchen, Living Room, Master Bathroom, Master Bedroom, Screened Porch
Kitchen: First
Living Room: First
Room 1
Covered Porch
Area: 224.00
Dimensions: 28 x 8
Dimensions: 8x28
Length: 28.00
Width: 8.00
Level: 1
Room Level: 1
Room 2
Kitchen
Area: 180.00
Dimensions: 15 x 12
Dimensions: 12x15
Length: 15.00
Width: 12.00
Level: 1
Room Level: 1
Room 3
Dining Area
Area: 192.00
Dimensions: 16 x 12
Dimensions: 12x16
Length: 16.00
Width: 12.00
Level: 1
Room Level: 1
Room 4
Living Room
Area: 204.00
Dimensions: 17 x 12
Dimensions: 12x17
Length: 17.00
Width: 12.00
Level: 1
Room Level: 1
Room 5
Screened Porch
Area: 192.00
Dimensions: 24 x 8
Dimensions: 8x24
Length: 24.00
Width: 8.00
Level: 1
Room Level: 1
Room 6
Full Bathroom
Area: 40.00
Dimensions: 8 x 5
Dimensions: 5x8
Length: 8.00
Width: 5.00
Level: 1
Room Level: 1
Room 7
Screened Porch
Area: 224.00
Dimensions: 28 x 8
Dimensions: 8x28
Length: 28.00
Width: 8.00
Level: 2
Room Level: 2
Room 8
Master Bedroom
Area: 255.00
Dimensions: 17 x 15
Dimensions: 17x15
Length: 17.00
Width: 15.00
Level: 2
Room Level: 2
Room 9
Master Bathroom
Area: 64.00
Dimensions: 8 x 8
Dimensions: 8x8
Length: 8.00
Width: 8.00
Level: 2
Room Level: 2
Room 10
Bedroom
Area: 165.00
Dimensions: 15 x 11
Dimensions: 15x11
Length: 15.00
Width: 11.00
Level: 2
Room Level: 2
Room 11
Full Bathroom
Area: 55.00
Dimensions: 11 x 5
Dimensions: 5x11
Length: 11.00
Width: 5.00
Level: 2
Room Level: 2
Room 12
Bedroom
Area: 143.00
Dimensions: 13 x 11
Dimensions: 13x11
Length: 13.00
Width: 11.00
Level: 2
Room Level: 2
Interior Features
Appliances: Disposal, Refrigerator, Washer
Interior: Breakfast Bar, Fireplace, Floor Hardwood, Furnished - All, Newly Painted, Washer/Dryer Hookup, Window Treatment All, Woodwork Painted
Exterior
Exterior Features
Has Pool
Pool Type: Community
Exterior: Fenced Lot-Part, Porch, Porch Screened, Shower, Yard Building
Lot Information
Acreage: 0.07
Lot Dimensions: 40x77
Lot Features: Covenants, Interior, Level, Restrictions, Within 1/2 Mile to Water
Lot/Parcel Access: Paved Road, Private Road
Zoning: Residential Single Family
Building Information
Construction Status: Construction Complete
Construction/Siding: Foundation On Piling, Frame, Roof Pitched, Siding Wood, Trim Wood
Financial
Tax Information
Last Tax Year: 2017
Last Taxes: 9157.82
Financial Information
Mortgage Type: Conventional
Financing: Conventional
Brokerage Interest: No Interest
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: Phone, Public Sewer, Public Water, Tap Fee Paid, TV Cable, Underground
Energy: AC - Central Elect, Ceiling Fans, Heat Cntrl Electric, Water Heater - Elect
Location
Assessment Information
Assessment Fees: Yes
Assessment Amount: 3797.00
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 #: 743
Street Name: Forest
Street Suffix: Street
City: Santa Rosa Beach
County: Walton
State: FL
Zip Code: 32459
Project Name/Subdivision: SEASIDE 08
Absolute Longitude: 86.139294
Longitude: -86.139294
Latitude: 30.322235
Directions: In Seaside turn north off Co. Hwy 30A on to Pensacola Street. At end of street turn right on Forest Street. 3rd house on right. Name- Just For Fun
Project Facilities
Beach, Deed Access, Exercise Room, Fishing, Pavillion/Gazebo, Pets Allowed, Playground, Pool, Tennis, TV Cable, Waterfront
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,566
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 3,049 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1992
Year Renovated: 1994
County: Walton County
APN: 153S192516000E0030
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 8, 2026
Other
Listing Price Information
List Price: 1325000.00
List Price/SqFt: 773.95
Property Information
Apx SqFt(Htd/Cooled): 1712.00
Design: Craftsman Style
Sub-Type: Detached Single Family
Listing Information
As Is
Immediate Occupancy: Immediate Occupancy
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Dune Lakes Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 4.2mi
10/10
Emerald Coast Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.9mi
9/10
South Walton High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.7mi
7/10
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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
0.93% 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
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
$2.07M – $2.50M
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