Welcome to your perfect 30a beach cottage! Located in the private gated community of Watersound West Beach where residents enjoy private beach access to one of 30a's premier secluded beaches through Deer Lake State Park. This beautiful home features 2,438 square feet, 3 spacious bedrooms, 3.5 baths, second floor loft/living area, and a large screened porch. The great room is open to the dining room and kitchen which makes this home perfect for entertaining. There are beautiful hardwood floors throughout and the home is being offered furnished and ready to enjoy! The current owners have just had the entire exterior painted and have never rented the home. Also, there is a single car garage, plenty of parking, a spacious laundry room, and it is located on a corner lot. In addition to the beach access, Watersound West Beach features a community pool, picnic/grill area, putting green, two beautiful green spaces, membership to the Watersound fitness center, and numerous boardwalks throughout the neighborhood.
Single-familyProperty Type
2012Year Built
$700Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Tami Moats• The Premier Property Group Seacrest Office
Listed by Alex Maddox• The Premier Property Group Seacrest Office
Bought with Nikki Nickerson• Keller Williams Realty SRB
Welcome to your perfect 30a beach cottage! Located in the private gated community of Watersound West Beach where residents enjoy private beach access to one of 30a's premier secluded beaches through Deer Lake State Park. This beautiful home features 2,438 square feet, 3 spacious bedrooms, 3.5 baths, second floor loft/living area, and a large screened porch. The great room is open to the dining room and kitchen which makes this home perfect for entertaining. There are beautiful hardwood floors throughout and the home is being offered furnished and ready to enjoy! The current owners have just had the entire exterior painted and have never rented the home. Also, there is a single car garage, plenty of parking, a spacious laundry room, and it is located on a corner lot.
NAMLS #578124
Oct 12, 2012
Sold
$570,000
$234/sq ft
May 25, 2012
Listed
$570,000
$234/sq ft
+13
Current Model home, available to close on or after August 31, 2012. This home offers 2438 square foot, 3 bedrooms, 3.5 bath, a one car garage, large living areas and a full size laundry room. Beach club incentive available speak to an on-site agent for more details. Package includes access to the Watersound Beach Club (monthly dues apply), free golf greens at Origins for household residents for two years from the date of purchase, and reduced play rate at Camp Creek Golf Club of $75 per player, max of 4 players, for two years from the date of purchase. Centrally located to the best dining, unique boutique shopping, bike paths and some of the most challenging golf courses the gulf coast has to offer. Easy access to Hwy 98, allowing you to explore the nearby cities of Destin or Panama
Public Records
Jun 6, 2011
Sold
$80,000
$33/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$12,220 (+3.3%)
2024
$11,829 (+1.2%)
2023
$11,685 (+6.5%)
2022
$10,977 (+38.9%)
2021
$7,903 (+8.7%)
2020
$7,268 (+2.9%)
$196,062 + $532,017
$728,079
2019
$7,066 (+0.2%)
$190,351 + $521,193
$711,544
2018
$7,056 (+15.8%)
$205,341 + $502,260
$707,601
2017
$6,095 (+1.2%)
2016
$6,020 (+4.2%)
$191,865 + $446,792
$638,657
2015
$5,775 (+12.8%)
$155,925 + $431,789
$587,714
2014
$5,121
Tax history for 87 Plimsoll Way
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$12,220 (+3.3%)
2024
$11,829 (+1.2%)
2023
$11,685 (+6.5%)
2022
$10,977 (+38.9%)
2021
$7,903 (+8.7%)
2020
$7,268 (+2.9%)
$196,062 + $532,017
$728,079
2019
$7,066 (+0.2%)
$190,351 + $521,193
$711,544
2018
$7,056 (+15.8%)
$205,341 + $502,260
$707,601
2017
$6,095 (+1.2%)
2016
$6,020 (+4.2%)
$191,865 + $446,792
$638,657
2015
$5,775 (+12.8%)
$155,925 + $431,789
$587,714
2014
$5,121
*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
3
Baths
3
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
2,870 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
2012
Sq. Ft.
2,393
Year built
2012
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Walton County
APN
193S18165000000310
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 26, 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
May 20, 2024 • Final
Mechanical standalone permit - licensed contractors only
HVAC
Jun 6, 2022 • Active
Mechanical
HVAC
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.
Appliances: Auto Garage Door Opn, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator W/IceMk, Security System, Smoke Detector, Stove/Oven Dual Fuel, Washer
Interior: Floor Hardwood, Floor Tile, Furnished - All, Kitchen Island, Window Treatment All
Exterior
Exterior Features
Pool Type: None
Exterior: Porch Open, Porch Screened, Shower
Lot Information
Lot Dimensions: 41 x 70
Lot Features: Covenants, Level
Lot/Parcel Access: Paved Road, Private Road
Zoning: Residential Multi-Family
Building Information
Construction Status: Construction Complete
Construction/Siding: Frame, Roof Dimensional Shg, Siding CmntFbrHrdBrd, Slab, Trim Wood
Financial
Tax Information
Last Tax Year: 2016
Last Taxes: 6020.22
Financial Information
Mortgage Type: Conventional
Financing: Conventional
Brokerage Interest: No Interest
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: Electric, Gas - Natural, Public Sewer, Public Water, TV Cable
Energy: AC - 2 or More, Ceiling Fans, Double Pane Windows, Water Heater - Gas, Water Heater - Tnkls
Location
Assessment Information
Assessment Fees: Yes
Assessment Amount: 925.00
Assessment Paid: Quarterly
Homeowners Association Information
Fees Include: Accounting, Land Recreation, Legal, Management, Recreational Faclty, TV Cable
New Buyer Fee
$
School Information
Elementary School: Van R Butler
Middle School: Emerald Coast
High School: South Walton
Location Information
Sub Area: 1806 - South of 30 A East Beaches
Area: 18 - 30A East
Street #: 87
Street Name: Plimsoll
Street Suffix: Way
City: Santa Rosa Beach
County: Walton
State: FL
Zip Code: 32459
Project Name/Subdivision: WATERSOUND WEST BEACH
Absolute Longitude: 86.086382
Longitude: -86.086382
Latitude: 30.30962
Directions: Watersound West Beach is located between Lakewood Drive and Deer Lake State Park on 30a. After entering through gate, home is last one on left just before stop sign.
Project Facilities
BBQ Pit/Grill, Beach, Community Room, Exercise Room, Gated Community, Pets Allowed, Picnic Area, Pool, TV Cable
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,393
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 2,870 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2012
Year Renovated: 2012
County: Walton County
APN: 193S18165000000310
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 26, 2026
Other
Listing Price Information
List Price: 899000.00
List Price/SqFt: 368.74
Property Information
Apx SqFt(Htd/Cooled): 2438.00
Design: Beach House
Is Homestead
Sub-Type: Detached Single Family
Around this home
Schools
Dune Lakes Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 2.6mi
10/10
Emerald Coast Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 3.7mi
8/10
South Walton High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 7.4mi
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
5/10 Fire Factor
6% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
10/10 Heat Factor
8 days above 105° expected this year, 25 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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Santa Rosa Beach, FL • 32459
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In this area, properties receive around 9.5 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$1.62M – $1.96M
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