#980212, Spears Group, Listing office: Compass
$2,199,000 List price
178 Buddy St Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459
5 beds
3 full
2,358 sqft
0.2 acres
$933 / sqft
House
Property details
About 178 Buddy St
Discover coastal charm at 178 Buddy Street, a beautifully renovated 5-bed, 3-bath beach cottage located just south of Scenic Highway 30A in charming Santa Rosa Beach, FL. With 2,358 sqft of living space on a quiet cul‑de‑sac and only a short distance to the Gulf, this home offers a seamless blend of relaxed coastal living, sophisticated aesthetics, and investment savvy. Whether as a personal beach retreat or a lucrative rental, this cottage delivers lifestyle, location, and returns.
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingNatural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size2,358 sqft
Lot size0.18 Acres
Year built2012
MLS #979351
Private poolYes
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Appliances: Dryer, Freezer, Microwave, Range Hood, Electric Oven
- Interior: Kitchen Island
- Total Bedroom Count: 5
- Private Pool: Yes
- Exterior: Fenced Back Yard, Pool - Gunite Concrt, Shower, Sprinkler System
- Architectural Style: Florida Cottage
- Heating: Natural Gas
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $2,199,000
- Price/SqFt: $932
- Annual Tax Amount: $12,576
- Tax Year: 2023
- Lot: Cul-De-Sac
- Directions: GPS friendly
- Year Built: 2012
- Stories: 2
- Living Area: 2,358 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.18 Acres
- MLS Number: 979351
- MLS Name: Emerald Coast Association of REALTORS®
- Office Name: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices PenFed Realty
- Office Phone: (850) 267-0013
- Office Email: roycewmitchell@gmail.com
- Listing Agent: Chris Sause, Brian Raymond
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 26, 2022 | Home Sold | $2,320,000 |
| Feb 23, 2021 | Home Sold | $1,245,000 |
| Apr 18, 2013 | Home Sold | $450,000 |
| May 21, 2012 | Home Sold | $110,000 |
| Sep 11, 1998 | Home Sold | $68,500 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1,384,094 | $12,576 |
| 2022 | $1,364,877 | $12,648 |
| 2021 | $757,293 | $12,648 |
| 2020 | $625,519 | $6,991 |
| 2019 | $581,638 | $5,922 |
| 2017 | $480,693 | $4,764 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
7
Van R. Butler Elementary School
Public District KG-5
2.8 mi
•6694 W County Highway 30A
8
Dune Lakes Elementary School
Public District KG-5
6.1 mi
•6565 US Highway 98 E
8
Freeport Elementary School
Public District PK-5
12.4 mi
•15381 US Highwayy 331 S
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 $58,836. Residents of Santa Rosa Beach, FL typically earn between $35k-100k each year. The most common type of family is single, no kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is post secondary degree.
How much money do the neighbors make?
26%
<35k
44%
35k-100k
18%
100k-200k
12%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
What types of families live nearby?
42%
Single, No Kids
11%
Single, with Kids
32%
Married, No Kids
15%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
14%
<11 yrs old
5%
12-17 yrs old
16%
18-34 yrs old
51%
35-64 yrs old
14%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Hunting
NASCAR
Figure Skating
Where do the neighbors shop?
Dick's Sporting Goods
Dillards
Wal-Mart
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Texas Roadhouse
Cracker Barrel
Hardee's
What do the neighbors drive?
Subaru
Cadillac
Ram
What do the neighbors listen to?
New Country
News/Talk/Information
Classic Country
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 178 Buddy St
The listing price of 178 Buddy St property is $2,199,000.
The property 178 Buddy St is a house located in Santa Rosa Beach, Florida, 32459.
Active Listing: 178 Buddy St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 178 Buddy St are: Van R. Butler Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Dune Lakes Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Freeport Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Emerald Coast Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Freeport Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Destin Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), South Walton High School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Seaside Neighborhood School (GreatSchools Rating 10/10), Freeport High School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $12,576 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on July 26, 2022 for $2,320,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 178 Buddy St has 5 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.
The property 178 Buddy St is 2,358 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 178 Buddy St is 2012.
This home is located at 178 Buddy St in Santa Rosa Beach, FL and zip code 32459. This 2,358 square foot home, which was built in 2012, sits on a 0.18 acre lot. Features: 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 23, 2025 and is currently priced at $2,199,000.
Over 2 listings were sold over their listed price in June 2025 in Santa Rosa Beach, FL. In the same period over 55 listings were sold below the listed price and 10 listings were sold for the listed price. The number of listings in Santa Rosa Beach, FL increased by 6.5% between May and June 2025. Listings spent 101 days on the market in June 2025, and had a median list price of $995,000 during the same period.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.