#963504, Rebecca J Day, Listing office: Elevation Realty Inc
1000 Bay Dr Unit 524 Niceville, FL 32578
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About 1000 Bay Dr Unit 524
Secluded and beautifully updated, this charming 2-bedroom, 2-bath end-unit villa in Royal Oak Villas offers the perfect blend of comfort, style, and convenience—all on a single story with a detached 2-car garage. Nestled on a wooded corner lot, this home features serene views from every room and a thoughtfully designed courtyard entry with paver patio, ideal for relaxing or entertaining. Inside, enjoy solid surface flooring, silestone countertops with a tiled backsplash, stainless steel appliances, and modern lighting. The living room boasts vaulted ceilings and opens to a Florida room and second patio, creating an easy flow for entertaining. Additional highlights include walk-in closets in both bedrooms, indoor laundry, Hunter ceiling fans, and energy-efficient double-pane insulated windows and doors. Recent upgrades include a 2021 water heater, 2018 HVAC with programmable thermostat, and a partitioned, dehumidified garage spaceperfect for storage or a golf cart. The low-maintenance exterior is enhanced by mature magnolia and cedar trees, and landscaping is included in the HOA. Located just a short walk to the Bluewater Bay Marina, community pool, golf course, tennis and pickleball courts, and minutes from top-rated Niceville schools, Eglin AFB, Duke Field, and the white-sand beaches of Destin via the Mid-Bay Bridge. Dont miss this rare opportunity to own in one of Bluewater Bays most desirable communities!
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Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Self Cleaning Oven, Refrigerator, Ice Maker, Electric Oven
- Interior: Vaulted Ceilings, Track Lighting, Pantry, Pull Down Stairs, Washer/Dryer Hookups
- Total Bedroom Count: 2
- Garage Space: 2 spaces
- Attached Garage: No
- Private Pool: No
- Parking: Garage Detached, See Remarks
- Exterior: Sprinkler System
- Architectural Style: Patio Home
- Heating: Central
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $349,900
- Price/SqFt: $246
- HOA Amount: $323 Monthly
- Lot: Corner Lot, Covenant/Restriction, Level, Within 1/2 Mile to Water, Wooded
- Directions: Hwy 20, turn right onto Bay Drive, turn right onto 1000 Bay Drive, home will be at the end of the road on your left.
- Year Built: 1984
- Stories: 1
- Living Area: 1,422 SqFt
- MLS Number: 977604
- MLS Name: Emerald Coast Association of REALTORS®
- Office Name: EXP Realty LLC
- Office Email: fl.admin@exprealty.net
- Listing Agent: Hiller Group
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Nearby schools
9
Bluewater Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.3 mi
•4545 Range Rd
8
James E. Plew Elementary School
Public District KG-5
2.2 mi
•220 Pine Ave
7
Edge Elementary School
Public District KG-5
4.2 mi
•300 Highway 85 N
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $80,131. The majority of Niceville, FL residents have income between $35k-100k annually. Typical family type is married, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is post secondary degree.
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About 1000 Bay Dr Unit 524
The listing price of 1000 Bay Dr Unit 524 property is $349,900.
The property 1000 Bay Dr Unit 524 is a townhouse located in Niceville, Florida, 32578.
Active Listing: 1000 Bay Dr Unit 524 is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 1000 Bay Dr Unit 524 are: Bluewater Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), James E. Plew Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Edge Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), C.W. Ruckel Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Lewis School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Okaloosa Stemm Center (GreatSchools Rating 10/10), Niceville High School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Collegiate High School at Northwest Florida State College (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Okaloosa Technical College and Choice High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10).
The property at 1000 Bay Dr Unit 524 has 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
The property 1000 Bay Dr Unit 524 is 1,422 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 1000 Bay Dr Unit 524 is 1984.
This home is located at 1000 Bay Dr Unit 524 in Niceville, FL and zip code 32578. This 1,422 square foot home was built in 1984. Features: 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 30, 2025 and is currently priced at $349,900.
In May 2025, from all listings sold in Niceville, FL there were more than 9 sold above asking price, over 44 sold below and more than 31 were sold right at the asked price. Between April and May 2025, Niceville, FL real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 0.3%. In May 2025 median list price was $475,000 and the average listing age was 50 days.