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#769804, Listing Office: 98 Real Estate Group, LLC
$749,900 List price
78 1st St Mexico Beach, FL 32456
$8,905
Closing credit¹
4 beds
3 full
2,772 sqft
0.6 acres
$271 / sqft
House
Property details
About 78 1st St
BEACH OASIS with 2 SEPARATE HOMES, featuring a FULLY FURNISHED 2br/2bath, 1472 sq.ft Guest Cottage, with partial Gulf views and short 2 min walk to the beach! There is a jetted pool, on a private 100x280 ft lot (0.64 acre, X flood), one of the largest in Mex. Beach, backing up to 80 acres of woodlands that can never be developed. The main 1300 sq.ft, 2br/1bath home greets you with a coastal color palette, cozy family room with brick wood burning fireplace, and renovated kitchen with warm pecky cypress wood accents. Through the French doors is a vaulted sun/great room with 8 panoramic windows with sunset views. Enjoy beverages on the 50 ft long covered front porch where you can often hear Gulf waves. Exiting the back door to the pool courtyard is a 1472 sq. ft, 2 story, 2br/2bath Guest Cottage built in 2003 that has been FULLY RENOVATED, with partial Gulf views. It has a boho beach vibe & comes FULLY FURNISHED as a turnkey RENTAL OPPORTUNITY, or used for family visits or private in-law home. The 2nd floor has a private entrance with pull-out queen sofa bed and included 82'' TV, so could be a large 5th br/private master with partial Gulf views. Enjoy $100k+ in renovations+extras including all 2772 sq.ft of new flooring/paint, timeless white kitchen cabinetry, quartz countertops, $8k in appliances, new toilets/vanities, $12k in hurricane windows, new interior/exterior lighting, palm trees, fully furnished Guest Cottage, $10k in electronics including 82'' TV + 6 mounted TVs, golf cart, 2 kayaks, pool cleaning robot, etc! In 2019, both homes received new metal roofs with hurricane clips. Oversized driveway and large lot in back is perfect for boat/RV parking or pole barn. NO OTHER property offers TWO SEPARATE HOMES with a blend of PRIVACY (backed by 80 acres of woodlands), and BEACH LIFE with partial Gulf views, a jetted pool, and short 2 min walk to the beach at ONLY $270 PER SQ. FOOT! Be sure to check out both of the 3D virtual tours!! Schedule your private tour today!
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingElectric
StatusActive
CoolingCeiling Fan(s), Electric
Size2,772 sqft
Lot size0.64 Acres
Year built1977
ParkingDriveway
MLS #766995
Garage6 spaces
ViewGulf
Virtual tour
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater, Washer
- Interior: Additional Living Quarters, Breakfast Bar, Fireplace, High Ceilings, In-Law Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Total Bedroom Count: 4
- Garage Space: 6 spaces
- Parking: Driveway
- View: Gulf
- Exterior: Patio
- Architectural Style: Ranch
- Heating: Electric
- Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Electric
- List Price: $749,900
- Price/SqFt: $270
- Annual Tax Amount: $7,907
- Tax Year: 2023
- Lot: Interior Lot, Landscaped
- Directions: Taking Hwy 98 W to Mexico Beach. Turn right onto 1st St & cross over Florida Ave. House will be 3rd home on the left. Look for sign.
- Year Built: 1977
- Living Area: 2,772 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.64 Acres
- MLS Number: 766995
- MLS Name: BCAR
- Office Name: Beach Properties Real Estate
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 24, 2021 | Home Sold | $565,000 |
| Jun 19, 2000 | Home Sold | $115,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $503,300 | $7,907 |
| 2022 | $480,070 | $7,305 |
| 2021 | $238,733 | $7,305 |
| 2020 | $214,772 | $4,002 |
| 2018 | $243,526 | $4,637 |
| 2017 | $238,207 | $3,897 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
4
Port St. Joe Elementary School
Public District PK-6
11.2 mi
•2201 Long Ave
3
Wewahitchka Elementary School
Public District PK-6
16.8 mi
•514 E River Rd
7
Callaway Elementary School
Public District KG-5
18.6 mi
•7115 E Highway 22
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 $48,621. Most Mexico Beach, FL residents have annual incomes between $35k-100k. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
36%
<35k
40%
35k-100k
18%
100k-200k
6%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
47%
Single, No Kids
4%
Single, with Kids
40%
Married, No Kids
9%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
7%
<11 yrs old
4%
12-17 yrs old
13%
18-34 yrs old
45%
35-64 yrs old
31%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Hunting
Figure Skating
NASCAR
Where do the neighbors shop?
Wal-Mart
Dillards
Dollar General
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Hardee's
Cracker Barrel
Applebees
What do the neighbors drive?
Ram
Cadillac
Subaru
What do the neighbors listen to?
Classic Country
News/Talk/Information
New Country
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 78 1st St
The listing price of 78 1st St property is $749,900.
The property 78 1st St is a house located in Mexico Beach, Florida, 32456.
Active Listing: 78 1st St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 78 1st St are: Port St. Joe Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Wewahitchka Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Callaway Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Tyndall Academy (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Jinks Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Merritt Brown Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Port St. Joe High School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Wewahitchka High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Rutherford High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $7,907 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on August 24, 2021 for $565,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 78 1st St has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.
The property 78 1st St is 2,772 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 78 1st St is 1977.
This home is located at 78 1st St in Mexico Beach, FL and zip code 32456. This 2,772 square foot home, which was built in 1977, sits on a 0.64 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since January 9, 2025 and is currently priced at $749,900.
The inventory of homes for sale in Mexico Beach, FL between March and April 2025 increased by 2.4%. In April 2025, listings were on the market for 175 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $386,900.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.