Price Reduction - Waterfront
Address
285 Tequesta Drive, Destin, FL
Price
$ 655,000
Property Attributes
- MLS#1010427
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status Active
- CountyOkaloosa
- CityDestin
- AreaDestin
- NeighborhoodEmerald Lakes
- Zip32541
- StyleContemporary
- Year Built2002
- Taxes$ 2269
- Price$ 655,000
- Bedrooms3
- Full Bathrooms2
- Half Bathrooms0
- Sqr Footage1823
- Lot Size0.18 Acres
Data Source:
Emerald Coast MLS (ECAR)
Property Description
Move in ready! This lakefront home has recently been completely remodeled making it move in ready. This is a one story home located conveniently inside the gated community of the established neighborhood Emerald Lakes. The view of the community lake framed by the screened in lanai and the cathedral ceilings draw your eye straight through the home the moment you step inside. This home features an open split floor plan. The master suite has vaulted ceilings plus a sitting area with another view of the lake and access to the screened in lanai with true outdoor living space. The master suite bath area has a large 6 X 13 custom walk-in closet, designed by closets by design, with tailored built in storage making smart use of every inch of space. The main bathroom has a new quartz vanity with a soaking tub and a separate tiled walk in shower. This kitchen is a chefs dream and is anchored with a gas stove and oven which opens to the great room which has a gas fireplace as an architectural focal point. This home has a newer roof and also has Hurricane shutters for added peace of mind. This home also boasts a large circular paver driveway adding to its spectacular curb appeal.
| Elementary School | Middle School | High School |
|---|---|---|
| Destin Elementary School | Destin Middle School | Fort Walton Beach High School |
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 8/24/2026 | Listed $649,000 |
| 8/27/2026 | 1$655,000 |
General Features
| Utilities | Electric,Gas - Natural,Public Water,TV Cable,Underground |
|---|---|
| Zoning | Resid Single Family |
| Property Subtype | Detached Single Family |
| Community Features | Short Term Rental - Not Allowed,Gated Community,Pavillion/Gazebo,Pets Allowed,Picnic Area,Playground,Pool,Tennis,Waterfront |
| County | Okaloosa |
| Property Type | Residential |
| Subdivision Name | Emerald Lakes |
| Status | Active |
| Buyer Financing | Other |
| Directions | Turn north off of U. S. Highway 98 onto. Tequesta Drive (by the Destin ER). |
| High School | Fort Walton Beach |
| City | Destin |
| MLS Area | 14 - Destin |
| Lot Size Units | Acres |
| Lot Size Square Feet | 7840.8 |
| Elementary School | Destin |
| Middle/Junior High School | Destin |
| MLS Area Minor | 1402 - Destin East of Hwy 293/Midbay Bridge Rd |
| Standard Status | Active |
| Sewer | Public Sewer |
| View | Lake |
| Waterfront Features | Lake |
| Tax Assessed Value | 355 |
| Heating | Natural Gas |
| Cooling | Ceiling Fans,Central Air |
| Garage Spaces | 2 |
| Patio/Porch Features | Patio Open,Porch Open,Porch Screened |
| Architectural Style | Contemporary |
| Construction Materials | Stucco,Trim Vinyl |
| Year Built | 2002 |
| Stories Count | 1 |
| Tax Year | 2025 |
| New Construction | false |
| Attached Garage | false |
| Total Rooms | 10 |
| Carport Y/N | false |
| Property Condition | Renovated,Construction Complete |
| Pool Features | Pool Type |
Interior Features
| Total Baths | 2 |
|---|---|
| Interior Amenities | Breakfast Bar,Ceiling Crwn Molding,Ceiling Vaulted,Lighting Recessed,Newly Painted,Pantry,Pull Down Stairs,Split Bedroom,Upgraded Media Wing,Washer/Dryer Hookup |
| Flooring | Floor Laminate,Floor Tile |
| Air Conditioning Y/N | true |
| Heating Y/N | true |
| Window Features | Window Treatment All,Double Pane Windows |
| Fireplace Features | Fireplace Gas,Fireplace |
| Fireplace Y/N | true |
Exterior Features
| Lot Features | Covenants,Level,Restrictions,Storm Sewer,Within 1/2 Mile to Water |
|---|---|
| Lot Size Area | 0.18 |
| Lot Dimensions | 65x117x49x19x121 |
| Lot Size Acres | 0.18 |
| Road Surface Type | Paved |
| Road Frontage Type | Private Road |
| Waterfront Y/N | true |
| Exterior Amenities | Hurricane Shutters,Lawn Pump,Shower,Sprinkler System |
| Foundation Details | Slab |
| Building Area Total | 1823 |
| Parking Features | Garage |
| Total Parking | 6 |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
Property vs Single Family Average in 32541
Price
Taxes
Year Built
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