#968807, Tim Shepard, Listing office: Destin Real Estate
397 E Royal Fern Way Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459
Property details
About 397 E Royal Fern Way
This stately WaterColor home with private pool and carriage house occupies one of the largest lots in the community. Decorative rain-chain downspouts and full-width porches create instant curb appeal. Professionally decorated throughout, the first floor has shiplap walls, neutral furnishings and mellow hardwood flooring. The light, open family room is perfect for family gatherings and entertaining with a more intimate sitting area around the feature fireplace. Keen cooks will appreciate the gourmet kitchen, which is fully equipped with Sub-Zero and Wolf appliances, including a double oven. White cabinets and a large pantry store everything neatly out of sight. Marble countertops add a sophisticated finish to the large island with its high-top bar.
Highlights
Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 5
- Appliances: Central Vacuum, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Freezer, Ice Maker, Microwave, Double Oven, Self Cleaning Oven, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Ice Maker, Security System, Oven
- Interior: Breakfast Bar, Built-in Bookshelves, Fireplace, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Shelving, Washer/Dryer Hookups
- Fireplace: Fireplace
- Total Bedroom Count: 5
- Garage Space: 2 spaces
- Attached Garage: No
- Private Pool: Yes
- Parking: Garage Detached, Guest
- Exterior: Rain Gutter, Balcony, Columns, Shower
- Architectural Style: Florida Cottage
- Heating: Central
- Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
- List Price: $3,825,000
- Price/SqFt: $997
- HOA Amount: $1527 Quarterly
- Annual Tax Amount: $19,604
- Tax Year: 2023
- Directions: From Hwy 98, travel south on County Road 395. Once you pass the WaterColor Publix Shopping Complex, turn left on East Royal Fern Way. House will be located on the left side of East Royal Fern Way towards the back of the community.
- Year Built: 2014
- Stories: 2
- Living Area: 3,833 SqFt
- MLS Number: 964722
- MLS Name: Emerald Coast Association of REALTORS®
- Office Name: Scenic Sothebys International Realty
- Office Phone: (850) 231-6052
- Office Email: will@scenicsir.com
- Listing Agent: Randy Carroll, The Carroll Jones Beckman Group
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Price information
Property sales
Date | Event | Price |
---|---|---|
Jun 04, 2014 | Home Sold | $1,398,000 |
Oct 29, 2012 | Home Sold | $220,000 |
Feb 04, 2011 | Home Sold | $95,000 |
Jun 14, 2005 | Home Sold | $546,500 |
Tax history
Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
---|---|---|
2023 | $2,501,997 | $19,604 |
2022 | $2,131,896 | $19,403 |
2021 | $1,432,563 | $19,403 |
2020 | $1,317,984 | $13,866 |
2019 | $1,249,953 | $12,413 |
2017 | $1,049,084 | $10,397 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
8
Dune Lakes Elementary School
Public District KG-5
2.9 mi
•6565 US Highway 98 E
7
Van R. Butler Elementary School
Public District KG-5
8.7 mi
•6694 W County Highway 30A
8
Freeport Elementary School
Public District PK-5
12.7 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 $70,066. Residents of Santa Rosa Beach, FL typically earn between $35k-100k each year. The majority of families are single, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
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Frequently asked questions
About 397 E Royal Fern Way
The listing price of 397 E Royal Fern Way property is $3,825,000.
The property 397 E Royal Fern Way is a house located in Santa Rosa Beach, Florida, 32459.
Active Listing: 397 E Royal Fern Way is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 397 E Royal Fern Way are: Dune Lakes Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Van R. Butler Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Freeport Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Emerald Coast Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Freeport Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Surfside Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Seaside Neighborhood School (GreatSchools Rating 10/10), South Walton High School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Freeport High School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $19,604 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on June 4, 2014 for $1,398,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 397 E Royal Fern Way has 5 bedrooms and 5 full and 1 half bathrooms.
The property 397 E Royal Fern Way is 3,833 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 397 E Royal Fern Way is 2014.
This home is located at 397 E Royal Fern Way in Santa Rosa Beach, FL and zip code 32459. This 3,833 square foot home was built in 2014. Features: 5 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since December 13, 2024 and is currently priced at $3,825,000.
In May 2025, from all listings sold in Santa Rosa Beach, FL there were more than 3 sold above asking price, over 52 sold below and more than 7 were sold right at the asked price. Between April and May 2025, Santa Rosa Beach, FL real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 6.6%. Listings spent 70 days on the market in May 2025, and had a median list price of $980,500 during the same period.