96 Grand Flora Way is located in the gated, waterfront community of Botany Bayou. Featuring a spacious Living-Dining-Kitchen area; 3 Bedrooms; 2 ½ Baths; one level, split floor plan. The gourmet kitchen features Sub-Zero Refrigerator and Wine Refrigerator; Wolf Oven, Wolf Speed Oven and Wolf 6 Burner Stove; Cove Dishwasher; Quartzite countertops; GE Refrigerated Beverage built-in Drawers and Custom designed interior cabinet drawers. West Palm Engineered Hardwood floors in all living areas with tile in the bathrooms. Living Room features remote control Gas Fireplace with Venetian Plaster fireplace surround and Mirrored Door Built-In Cabinets. Large Screened Porch with Commercial Grade Outdoor Kitchen - Naturekast Counters and Cabinets - Lion Grill - Wood Burning Fireplace - Ceiling Fans. Primary Bath includes a Zero Entry Shower with 3 showerheads, leather textured Quartzite countertop and large Closet with auto-entry lights. Floating vanities in both primary and guest bath as well as Shiplap walls in both guest bedrooms. French Doors lead to the Office with 2 pull down desk tops for a clean look. Nice sized Laundry Room with Supplemental water tank for instant hot water throughout the house, plenty of Cabinets, Counter with Utility Sink, Serena & Lily wallpaper and outside entrance. Home Features: Security System - Plantation Shutters - Tankless Water Heater - Whole House Generator - Oversized garage with Dumbwaiter (250 lb max) leading to 600 sf of storage, drywalled attic - Stairs to attic - Separate 220 outlets for Golf Cart and Refrigerator - Painted Garage floor. Outdoor Area: Putting Green - Water Softener - Well Pump Irrigation - Sprinkler System - 2 Automatic Hose Reels - Gutters/Gutter guards/Rain chains. This tranquil neighborhood is rental-restricted and the amenities included community pool and a community dock on Hewitt Bayou with direct access to the bay. Enjoy fishing, paddleboarding or boating. Owners can reserve boat or watercraft overnight parking at the dock with HOA approval. Minimum rental period is 6 months. Botany Bayou is in the perfect location close to Sacred Heart Hospital, Grand Boulevard, Sandestin and the finest beaches. Grand Boulevard at Sandestin offers an abundance of options for shopping, dining and entertainment (i.e., Emeril's, Vin'tij, Flemings, Cantina Laredo, Craft Bar, Grimaldi's, Wine Bar as well as a Starbucks, the AMC movie theater, Publix, Lululemon and Pottery Barn). Call/Text today to set up your private showing. All information is deemed reliable but should be verified by the buyer or buyer's agent.
Single-familyProperty Type
2021Year Built
0.34 acresLot Size
$478Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Stacy Lamon• Ocean Reef Realty Inc
Bought with Carlton Sims• Beach Highland Real Estate Co
Price reduced again! The last X flood zone lot backing up to the state forest. Truly a rare opportunity as this is the last undeveloped lot of its kind in Botany Bayou. Build your custom home in the gated, exclusive community of Botany Bayou. Nestled amongst large mature oaks and magnolias, surrounded by state forest and located along the bank of Hewitt Bayou, this community is most definitely a rare gem in South Walton. In addition to all the natural beauty that will surround your custom home, this private neighborhood also offers a community pool, bayou access and dock. Botany Bayou is conveniently located just minutes from local schools, the beach, hospital, and all the dining, shopping, golf & entertainment that awaits you in South Walton.
Public Records
Oct 15, 2015
Sold
$106,000
$41/sq ft
Public Records
Jan 13, 2005
Sold
$280,000
$108/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 29, 2003
Sold
$110,000
$42/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,075 (+11.5%)
2024
$5,447 (−12.2%)
2023
$6,206 (+1.1%)
2022
$6,136 (+346.8%)
2021
$1,373 (+6.0%)
$141,868
2020
$1,296 (+4.5%)
$129,792
2019
$1,239 (+3.6%)
$124,800
2018
$1,197 (+24.8%)
$120,000
2017
$959
$96,720
Tax history for 96 Grand Flora Way
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,075 (+11.5%)
2024
$5,447 (−12.2%)
2023
$6,206 (+1.1%)
2022
$6,136 (+346.8%)
2021
$1,373 (+6.0%)
$141,868
2020
$1,296 (+4.5%)
$129,792
2019
$1,239 (+3.6%)
$124,800
2018
$1,197 (+24.8%)
$120,000
2017
$959
$96,720
*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
1
Lot width
11 ft.
Lot depth
14 ft.
Lot size
0.34 Acres
Year renovated
2021
Sq. Ft.
2,590
Year built
2021
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Walton County
APN
192S203316000A0470
Parking Spaces
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Basement
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HOA Dues
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Last updated by owner on Sep 9, 2026.
SN
Small Neighborhood District
This district is intended for areas transitioning from fragmented developments to an area with higher density and a mixed use core that will facilitate neighborhood continuity. Each Small Neighborhood shall provide for a mixture of uses to encourage economic diversity and sustainability within the area, promote the future viability of the neighborhood, and encourage a walking and bicycle-friendly design to conserve energy and reduce emissions.
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
Apr 7, 2025 • Final
Residential electrical sub
Electrical
Apr 7, 2025 • Final
Residential pool
Pool and hot tub
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.
Directions: From Hwy 98 just east of Sacred Heart Hospital, travel North on Goldsby Rd. Continue straight through the stop sign, make the first Right after the stop sign to enter Botany Bayou. Through the gate turn right at the stop sign, home will be the 6th house on the right. (Call agent for the gate code)
Project Facilities
Dock, Fishing, Gated Community, Minimum Rental Prd, Pets Allowed, Pool, No Short Term Rental, Waterfront
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,590
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.34 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2021
Year Renovated: 2021
County: Walton County
APN: 192S203316000A0470
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 8, 2026
Other
Listing Price Information
List Price: 1269000.00
List Price/SqFt: 489.96
Property Information
Apx SqFt(Htd/Cooled): 2590.00
Design: Craftsman Style
Is Homestead
Sub-Type: Detached Single Family
Listing Information
Immediate Occupancy: Immediate Occupancy
Around this home
Schools
Van R. Butler Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 2.9mi
9/10
Emerald Coast Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 11.0mi
8/10
South Walton High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 6.8mi
8/10
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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
0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
10/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 104° expected this year, 22 days in 30 years
9/10 Wind Factor
99% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$1.18M – $1.42M
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