Drop-dead gorgeous 3-story, 5 BR, 5.5 BA, exquisitely appointed ''Florida Cottage'' is located just west of Seaside and a few lots north of 30A. Built in 2018 by Cogent Building Group, known for their commitment to excellence. The first floor has a private BR, 2 hallway bunks, full bath, laundry, 2-car garage and exit to the porch/pool area. Covered porch has built-in grill/hood and large seating areas. 2nd floor opens into a huge open space with immaculate chef's kitchen, breakfast bar/island, dining area, living room, and opens to the huge 2nd covered balcony. There's also a bedroom with full bath and separate powder room, and huge pantry. 3rd floor offers a majestic Master with unbelievable bath and huge walk-in closet, as well as 4th and 5th BR (5th is a dedicated 6-bed bunk room). The master bedroom offers private access to the huge 3rd floor covered balcony. Every room is superbly detailed and designed for easy-living, while also offering privacy for owners and visitors. This wonderful residence is offered fully furnished (with a few exceptions - see documents tab for exclusions). The public beach access is literally steps away and offers parking, restrooms, handicap access, and lifeguards. World-class shopping and restaurants are within easy walking/biking/golf-cart distances.
Single-familyProperty Type
2018Year Built
6,534 sq ftLot Size
$716Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Eric Hanson• Berkshire Hathaway Home Services PenFed Realty
Bought with Nikita Korkh• Christies International Real Estate Emerald Coast
Bought with Karen Holder• Christies International Real Estate Emerald Coast
Drop-dead gorgeous 3-story, 5 BR, 5.5 BA, exquisitely appointed ''Florida Cottage'' is located just west of Seaside and a few lots north of 30A. Built in 2018 by Cogent Building Group, known for their commitment to excellence. The first floor has a private BR, 2 hallway bunks, full bath, laundry, 2-car garage and exit to the porch/pool area. Covered porch has built-in grill/hood and large seating areas. 2nd floor opens into a huge open space with immaculate chef's kitchen, breakfast bar/island, dining area, living room, and opens to the huge 2nd covered balcony. There's also a bedroom with full bath and separate powder room, and huge pantry. 3rd floor offers a majestic Master with unbelievable bath and huge walk-in closet, as well as 4th and 5th BR (5th is a dedicated 6-bed bunk room). The master bedroom offers private access to the huge 3rd floor covered balcony. Every room is superbly detailed and designed for easy-living, while also offering privacy for owners and visitors. This wonderful residence is offered fully furnished (with a few exceptions - see documents tab for exclusions). The public beach access is literally steps away and offers parking, restrooms, handicap access, and lifeguards. World-class shopping and restaurants are within easy walking/biking/golf-cart distances.
ECAR #801821
Apr 3, 2019
Sold
$1,675,000
$411/sq ft
Jun 27, 2018
Listed
$1,699,000
$417/sq ft
+56
Stunning new construction in Seagrove! This exquisitely appointed, new construction Florida Cottage is located just a few lots north of Hwy 30A. The beach access is directly south at Bramble Grove with parking, restrooms, lifeguards and handicapped access. This majestic home was built by the highly sought after marquis builders Cogent Building Group who are known for their commitment to excellence. Their accomplishments in the home building industry have earned them awards and distinguished recognition in custom home construction, commercial buildings and land development. This high end luxury home offers 3 floors of superb and well-designed living space to accommodate lots of family and friends. The first floor has a bunk room, laundry and 2 car garage, along with a full bath. The back opens to a large covered porch with an immaculate summer kitchen, a large fenced yard, a salt water pool and an outdoor shower. The main living area is on the 2nd floor. It features a large open space, lots of sunny windows, raised ceilings with crown molding, and beautiful European oak floors. The state-of-the-art gourmet kitchen will blow you away! The generous space can accommodate several chefs at once, with stainless steel appliances, a large island with a breakfast bar, quartz countertops, custom cabinets and drawers. Extra features are a 6 burner gas stove with a griddle, an oven hood, a large oven and a second separate oven, a wine fridge, ice maker, and an over-sized refrigerator and freezer. The dining and living room areas are spacious with a nice large covered porch. There is a guest bedroom, a full bath and a half bath on this floor. On the 3rd floor is the master suite consisting of a large bedroom with a sitting area, an area for a morning kitchen and a glorious large covered porch with exceptional gulf views. The master bath is large with a walk-in closet, double vanity, tile floors, quartz countertops and over-sized shower. There is also a roomy bedroom with a large closet and full bath, as well as a bunk room with full bath. Another added bonus is the ample parking. This extraordinary home is a true masterpiece!
ECAR #701699
Jun 15, 2017
Sold
$625,000
$154/sq ft
Mar 19, 2014
Listed
$599,000
$147/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 5, 1997
Sold
$209,900
$52/sq ft
ECAR #101185
Jul 1, 1997
Listed
$209,900
$52/sq ft
ECAR #95850
Mar 14, 1997
Listed
$219,900
$54/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 10, 1994
Sold
$130,000
$32/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 31, 1988
Sold
$67,000
$16/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$18,512 (−28.6%)
$475,000 + $1,573,765
$2,048,765
2024
$25,913 (+3.8%)
$781,250 + $2,055,653
$2,836,903
2023
$24,953 (+8.2%)
2022
$23,066 (+75.3%)
$666,000 + $1,822,936
$2,488,936
2021
$13,162 (+7.4%)
2020
$12,250 (+41.8%)
$352,367 + $874,768
$1,227,135
2019
$8,640 (+200.0%)
2018
$2,880 (−34.5%)
$288,838
2017
$4,397 (+16.3%)
$280,425 + $194,073
$474,498
2016
$3,781 (+5.4%)
$190,674 + $191,254
$381,928
2015
$3,588 (+8.5%)
$178,200 + $186,898
$365,098
2014
$3,306
Tax history for 81 Santa Clara St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$18,512 (−28.6%)
$475,000 + $1,573,765
$2,048,765
2024
$25,913 (+3.8%)
$781,250 + $2,055,653
$2,836,903
2023
$24,953 (+8.2%)
2022
$23,066 (+75.3%)
$666,000 + $1,822,936
$2,488,936
2021
$13,162 (+7.4%)
2020
$12,250 (+41.8%)
$352,367 + $874,768
$1,227,135
2019
$8,640 (+200.0%)
2018
$2,880 (−34.5%)
$288,838
2017
$4,397 (+16.3%)
$280,425 + $194,073
$474,498
2016
$3,781 (+5.4%)
$190,674 + $191,254
$381,928
2015
$3,588 (+8.5%)
$178,200 + $186,898
$365,098
2014
$3,306
*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
6
Baths
6
Stories
3
Lot width
5 ft.
Lot depth
14 ft.
Lot size
6,708 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
2018
Sq. Ft.
4,071
Year built
2018
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Walton County
APN
143S19250400140100
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
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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.
Rooms: Bedroom, Dining Area, Full Bathroom, Living Room, Master Bathroom, Master Bedroom
Living Room: Second
Room 1
Bedroom
Area: 176.00
Dimensions: 16 x 11
Length: 16.00
Width: 11.00
Level: 1
Room 2
Full Bathroom
Area: 98.81
Dimensions: 10.5 x 9.41
Length: 10.50
Width: 9.41
Level: 1
Room 3
Dining Area
Area: 342.00
Dimensions: 19 x 18
Length: 19.00
Width: 18.00
Level: 2
Remarks: Dining/Kitchen Combo
Room 4
Living Room
Area: 266.00
Dimensions: 19 x 14
Length: 19.00
Width: 14.00
Level: 2
Room 5
Bedroom
Area: 176.00
Dimensions: 16 x 11
Length: 16.00
Width: 11.00
Level: 2
Room 6
Full Bathroom
Area: 98.81
Dimensions: 10.5 x 9.41
Length: 10.50
Width: 9.41
Level: 2
Room 7
Master Bedroom
Area: 320.21
Dimensions: 20.5 x 15.62
Length: 20.50
Width: 15.62
Level: 3
Room 8
Master Bathroom
Area: 108.03
Dimensions: 10.54 x 10.25
Length: 10.54
Width: 10.25
Level: 3
Room 9
Bedroom
Area: 176.00
Dimensions: 16 x 11
Length: 16.00
Width: 11.00
Level: 3
Room 10
Full Bathroom
Area: 98.81
Dimensions: 10.5 x 9.41
Length: 10.50
Width: 9.41
Level: 3
Interior Features
Appliances: Auto Garage Door Opn, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator W/IceMk, Security System, Smoke Detector, Stove/Oven Gas, Washer, Wine Refrigerator
Interior: Breakfast Bar, Ceiling Crwn Molding, Floor Hardwood, Floor Tile, Furnished - All, Hallway Bunk Beds, Kitchen Island, Owner's Closet, Pantry, Split Bedroom, Walls Wainscoting, Washer/Dryer Hookup, Wet Bar, Window Treatment All
Exterior
Exterior Features
Has Pool
Pool Type: Private
Exterior: Balcony, BBQ Pit/Grill, Fenced Back Yard, Patio Covered, Pool - In-Ground, Porch Open, Shower, Sprinkler System, Summer Kitchen
Lot Information
Acreage: 0.15
Lot Dimensions: 50' x 135'
Lot Features: Dead End, Interior, Level, Within 1/2 Mile to Water
Lot/Parcel Access: County Road, Paved Road
Zoning: Residential Single Family
Building Information
Construction Status: Construction Complete
Construction/Siding: Foundation On Piling, Roof Metal, Roof Pitched, Siding CmntFbrHrdBrd, Trim Wood
Financial
Tax Information
Last Tax Year: 2019
Last Taxes: 8640.17
Financial Information
Mortgage Type: Conventional
Financing: Conventional
Brokerage Interest: No Interest
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: Gas - Natural, Phone, Public Sewer, Public Water, TV Cable
Energy: AC - 2 or More, AC - Central Elect, AC - High Efficiency, Ceiling Fans, Double Pane Windows, Heat - Two or More, Heat Cntrl Electric, Heat High Efficiency, Insulated Doors, Storm Windows, Water Heater - Tnkls
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Bay
Middle School: Emerald Coast
High School: South Walton
Location Information
Sub Area: 1802 - East of Hwy 395
Area: 18 - 30A East
Street #: 81
Street Name: Santa Clara
Street Suffix: Street
City: Santa Rosa Beach
County: Walton
State: FL
Zip Code: 32459
Project Name/Subdivision: GULF SHORE MANOR
Absolute Longitude: 86.119378
Longitude: -86.119378
Latitude: 30.315563
Directions: From Hwy. 98, travel south on SR 395 to 30a. Turn left onto 30a (heading east). Santa Clara will be on the left (directly across from the Public Beach Access). The house is on the left (in front of the turn-around space).
Public facts
Beds: 6
Baths: 6.0
Sq. Ft.: 4,071
Stories: 3.0
Lot Size: 6,708 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2018
Year Renovated: 2018
County: Walton County
APN: 143S19250400140100
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 8, 2026
Other
Listing Price Information
List Price: 2500000.00
List Price/SqFt: 614.10
Property Information
Apx SqFt(Htd/Cooled): 4071.00
Design: Beach House
Sub-Type: Detached Single Family
Waterview: Gulf
Listing Information
Immediate Occupancy: Immediate Occupancy
Around this home
Schools
Dune Lakes Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 3.3mi
10/10
Emerald Coast Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.9mi
8/10
South Walton High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 5.7mi
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, 23 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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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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Estimated sale price
$2.77M – $3.35M
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