Welcome to 85 Birch Street - a rare chance to own a single-family home on 30A for under $700,000. Situated on a generous .19-acre lot in a non-HOA community, this fully furnished property is less than 1,000 feet from the nearest regional beach access, putting the Gulf of America just a short stroll away. Enjoy the convenience of walking to some of the area's most popular restaurants including Shunk Gulley, Goatfeather's & Local Catch. Whether you're seeking a primary residence, vacation getaway, or investment property, the location speaks for itself. With land value alone exceeding $500,000 based on recent nearby sales, the existing home presents incredible value. This is your chance to secure a beachside lifestyle in one of 30A's most desirable pockets, without breaking the bank.
Single-familyProperty Type
1989Year Built
8,276 sq ftLot Size
$681Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
4 spacesParking
Listed by Destin Holland• Live 30A Real Estate LLC
needs a bit of work. kitchen needs new floor..bank repo...some wood rot on the porches
Public Records
Mar 27, 1980
Sold
$9,000
$9/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 1, 1977
Sold
$3,150
$3/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,046 (+2.1%)
2024
$2,003 (+4.1%)
2023
$1,924 (+1.5%)
2022
$1,896 (−1.1%)
2021
$1,917 (−1.6%)
2020
$1,948 (−11.4%)
$130,989 + $101,448
$232,437
2019
$2,199 (+11.3%)
2018
$1,977 (+10.6%)
2017
$1,786 (+6.5%)
$99,069 + $82,913
$181,982
2016
$1,678 (+6.7%)
$90,722 + $82,158
$172,880
2015
$1,573 (+8.9%)
$80,750 + $80,647
$161,397
2014
$1,445
Tax history for 85 Birch St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,046 (+2.1%)
2024
$2,003 (+4.1%)
2023
$1,924 (+1.5%)
2022
$1,896 (−1.1%)
2021
$1,917 (−1.6%)
2020
$1,948 (−11.4%)
$130,989 + $101,448
$232,437
2019
$2,199 (+11.3%)
2018
$1,977 (+10.6%)
2017
$1,786 (+6.5%)
$99,069 + $82,913
$181,982
2016
$1,678 (+6.7%)
$90,722 + $82,158
$172,880
2015
$1,573 (+8.9%)
$80,750 + $80,647
$161,397
2014
$1,445
*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
2
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
8 ft.
Lot depth
11 ft.
Lot size
8,232 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1989
Sq. Ft.
960
Year built
1989
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Walton County
APN
023S203410000C0110
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
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Garage
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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
Mar 19, 2026 • Final
Residential pool
Pool and hot tub
Mar 3, 2026 • Final
Residential electrical sub
Electrical
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.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
No
No
Driveway Spaces: 4.00
Interior
Bedroom Information
Bedrooms: 2
Bedroom: First
Master Bedroom: First
Bathroom Information
Full Baths: 2
Total Baths: 2.00
Room Information
Rooms: Bedroom, Living Room, Master Bathroom, Master Bedroom
Lot Features: Level, Survey Available, Within 1/2 Mile to Water
Lot/Parcel Access: Paved Road
Zoning: Residential Single Family
Building Information
Construction Status: Construction Complete
Construction/Siding: Foundation Off Grade, Roof Metal, Siding CmntFbrHrdBrd
Financial
Tax Information
Last Tax Year: 2024
Last Taxes: 1922.86
Financial Information
Mortgage Type: Conventional
Financing: Conventional, Exchange, FHA, None, VA
Brokerage Interest: No Interest
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: Electric, Public Sewer, Public Water
Energy: AC - Central Elect, Heat Cntrl Electric, Water Heater - Elect
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Dune Lakes
Middle School: Emerald Coast
High School: South Walton
Location Information
Sub Area: 1703 - Hwy 393 to Hwy 83
Area: 17 - 30A West
Street #: 85
Street Name: Birch
Street Suffix: Street
City: Santa Rosa Beach
County: Walton
State: FL
Zip Code: 32459
Project Name/Subdivision: Gulfview Heights
Absolute Longitude: 86.220203
Longitude: -86.220203
Latitude: 30.348992
Directions: From the intersection of 393 & 30A head east on 30A for half of a mile. Turn north on either Acacia Street or Satinwood. Birch is the second street up with 85 Birch sitting on the north side of the road.
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 960
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 8,232 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1989
Year Renovated: 1989
County: Walton County
APN: 023S203410000C0110
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 8, 2026
Other
Listing Price Information
List Price: 669500.00
List Price/SqFt: 697.40
Property Information
Apx SqFt(Htd/Cooled): 960.00
Design: Beach House
Sub-Type: Detached Single Family
Listing Information
Immediate Occupancy: Immediate Occupancy
Around this home
Schools
Dune Lakes Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 8.7mi
10/10
Emerald Coast Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 6.4mi
8/10
South Walton High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.2mi
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
0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
10/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 104° expected this year, 21 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
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Estimated sale price
$622,000 – $752,000
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