$5,926

closing credit¹

5996 Forest Bay Ave Gulf Breeze, FL 32563

$499,000
4 beds
3 full
2,296 sqft
0.2 acres
$217 / sqft
House

Property details

About 5996 Forest Bay Ave

Conveniently located in Forest Bay Estates, this Destin floor plan features 4 bedrooms, 3 baths, 9 ceilings, a 3 car garage, and 2,296 square feet of living space. Kitchen features include granite countertops, SS appliances, large island, and opens up to the dining area and family room for an open concept. The Primary Suite contains granite counters, dual vanities, garden tub, separate shower and walk in closet. Bedrooms 2 & 3 are at the front of the home and are separated by a full bath. Bedroom 4 is located just off the large, rear covered patio, and also has an additional 3rd full bath which can easily used as a pool bath should you desire to install a pool in the back yard. Lot backs up to a retention pond, and overlooks green space/forestry-so no back yard neighbors. Forest Bay Estates has a community pool, and is centrally located to with easy access to restaurants, shopping and many of the local beaches.

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingCentral
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
Size2,296 sqft
Lot size0.22 Acres
Year built2021
Parking3 Car Garage, Front Entrance, Oversized, Garage Door Opener
MLS #649185
Attached garage3 spaces

Summary

  • MLS Number: 649185
  • MLS Name: Pensacola MLS
  • Office Name: Levin Rinke Realty
  • Office Email: seank@levinrinkerealty.com
  • Listing Agent: Sean Kramer

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Oct 06, 2021
Home Sold
$430,500

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$356,639$5,009
2022$355,185$5,030
2021$40,000$5,030

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

9

West Navarre Intermediate School

Public District 3-5

1.9 mi

1970 Cotton Bay Ln

7

Holley-Navarre Intermediate School

Public District 3-5

4.6 mi

1936 Navarre School Rd

9

Oriole Beach Elementary School

Public District KG-5

8.1 mi

1260 Oriole Beach Rd

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $68,018. The majority of Gulf Breeze, FL residents have income between $35k-100k annually. Most families are married, no kids. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

13%
<35k
60%
35k-100k
24%
100k-200k
3%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

No High School
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree

What types of families live nearby?

28%
Single, No Kids
11%
Single, with Kids
31%
Married, No Kids
30%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

18%
<11 yrs old
9%
12-17 yrs old
21%
18-34 yrs old
42%
35-64 yrs old
10%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • College FootballCollege Football
  • SoccerSoccer
  • NASCARNASCAR

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Express/Express For MenExpress/Express For Men
  • Old NavyOld Navy
  • Dick's Sporting GoodsDick's Sporting Goods

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • SonicSonic
  • Jimmy JohnsJimmy Johns
  • ArbysArbys

What do the neighbors drive?

  • KiaKia
  • GMCGMC
  • LexusLexus

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • New CountryNew Country
  • Adult HitsAdult Hits
  • OldiesOldies
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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About 5996 Forest Bay Ave

This home is located at 5996 Forest Bay Ave in Gulf Breeze, FL and zip code 32563. This 2,296 square foot home, which was built in 2021, sits on a 0.22 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 30, 2024 and is currently priced at $499,000.

In December 2024 more than 4 listings in Gulf Breeze, FL were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 8 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 35 were sold below. The number of homes for sale in Gulf Breeze, FL decreased by 4.1% between November and December 2024. In December 2024 median list price was $479,600 and the average listing age was 85 days.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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