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$1,195,000

848 Tropic Ave Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548

5 beds
4 full, 1 partial
4,011 sqft
0.2 acres
$298 / sqft
House

Property details

About 848 Tropic Ave

Okaloosa Island, nestled along the stunning Emerald Coast of Florida, is a picturesque destination that offers a serene escape with its breathtaking views and abundant natural beauty surrounded by the Gulf of America, Choctawhatchee Bay and the Santa Rosa Sound. Amenities are all around from a visit to the Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park for marine life encounters to the Boardwalk Pier for those who enjoy fishing and swimming in the gulf. The Gulf Islands National Seashore on the bay side provides more fishing and swimming as well as a popular spot for wind surfing and kite surfing. Ross Marler Park, also on the bay side, provides convenient public boat launches for boating enthusiasts as well as a fishing pier and pavilions for recreation. Within just over 5 miles to Destin, FL and 1.5 miles to downtown FWB, this location cant be beat. This property features a custom kitchen equipped with matte black hardware and finishes, a pot filler, and a 48 Forno 8-burner gas range with a double oven. More luxury details included are the quartz countertops, a large single basin stainless steel sink, wide plank engineered wood flooring, extra tall double stacked cabinets, and a large island with a breakfast bar. The summer kitchen is welcomed off the downstairs living room through a 3-panel sliding glass door. Your outdoor kitchen is designed with a Duro grill connected to a gas line, a Hisense wine fridge with a 54-bottle capacity, and the same quartz countertops from the kitchen. Tile floor extends out onto both the back porch and front porch as well as your balcony off the second-floor den. Another personalized touch is the pine lined ceilings on all outdoor spaces. The first-floor master bedroom and bathroom offer a large floor-to-ceiling tile glass door shower with dual shower heads, a modern floating double vanity, and a sliding glass door to the backyard. The home features 10 ceilings throughout, 8 ft red oak interior doors, and recessed lighting. Bedroom closets come adorned with built-in drawer units and shelving ensuring plenty of storage space. All windows have extra trim to enhance their height and give way to abundant amounts of natural light. Each bedroom has an ensuite, with one being a Jack and Jill shared bathroom between bedrooms 2 and 3. Tile flooring by Destin Elite Tile is used in wet areas and laundry rooms. The property includes impact-rated windows and doors, and a Blue Haven pool can be installed upon request, with renderings available. There are dual laundry rooms with Samsung and GE washer/dryer sets, a gas tankless water heater with an 11-gallon per minute capacity, and separate HVAC systems for upstairs and downstairs to ensure comfort for all. Dont let this incredible opportunity go and schedule your private showing today.

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingCentral
StatusActive
CoolingCeiling Fan(s), Central Air
Size4,011 sqft
Lot size0.24 Acres
Year built2025
MLS #974196
Attached garage2 spaces
ViewSound, Gulf

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Summary

  • Partial Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Appliances: Disposal, Dryer, Double Oven, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Oven, Washer, Wine Cooler, Gas Water Heater
  • Interior: Breakfast Bar, Raised Ceiling, Kitchen Island, Recessed Lighting, Pull Down Stairs, Shelving, Split Bedroom, Washer/Dryer Hookups
  • Total Bedroom Count: 5
  • Garage Space: 2 spaces
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Private Pool: No
  • View: Sound, Gulf
  • Exterior: Balcony, BBQ Pit/Grill, Columns, Fenced Back Yard, Sprinkler System, Summer Kitchen
  • Architectural Style: Beach House
  • Heating: Central
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
  • List Price: $1,195,000
  • Price/SqFt: $297
  • Annual Tax Amount: $1,924
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Lot: Covenant/Restriction, Flood Insurance Required, Interior Lot, Within 1/2 Mile to Water
  • Directions: Over the Brooks Bridge right onto Santa Rosa Blvd, then right onto Tropic Ave
  • Year Built: 2025
  • Stories: 2
  • Living Area: 4,011 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.24 Acres
  • MLS Number: 974196
  • MLS Name: Emerald Coast Association of REALTORS®
  • Office Name: Keller Williams Realty FWB
  • Office Email: kwectl209@gmail.com
  • Listing Agent: Paul A Domenech

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Nov 29, 2023
Home Sold
$225,000
Jan 10, 2022
Home Sold
$225,000
Sep 10, 2020
Home Sold
$165,000
Mar 16, 2000
Home Sold
$168,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$144,375$1,924
2022$134,930$1,585
2021$96,378$1,585
2020$94,479$1,330
2018$83,200$1,161
2017$83,200$1,194

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

3

Edwins Elementary School

Public District PK-5

1.1 mi

7 Wright Pkwy SW

5

Mary Esther Elementary School

Public District PK-5

2.0 mi

320 E Miracle Strip Pkwy

5

Elliott Point Elementary School

Public District PK-5

2.3 mi

301 Hughes St NE

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 $60,556. The most common annual income of people living in Fort Walton Beach, FL is between $35k-100k. Typical family type is single, no kids. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

28%
<35k
41%
35k-100k
19%
100k-200k
12%
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?

58%
Single, No Kids
3%
Single, with Kids
35%
Married, No Kids
4%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

4%
<11 yrs old
2%
12-17 yrs old
25%
18-34 yrs old
41%
35-64 yrs old
28%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Skiing/snowboardingSkiing/snowboarding
  • College FootballCollege Football
  • PGA/LPGAPGA/LPGA

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • BJs Wholesale ClubBJs Wholesale Club
  • Express/Express For MenExpress/Express For Men
  • Stein MartStein Mart

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • PaneraPanera
  • SonicSonic
  • Bob EvansBob Evans

What do the neighbors drive?

  • InfinitiInfiniti
  • KiaKia
  • LincolnLincoln

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Adult HitsAdult Hits
  • New CountryNew Country
  • News/Talk/InformationNews/Talk/Information
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 848 Tropic Ave

The listing price of 848 Tropic Ave property is $1,195,000.

The property 848 Tropic Ave is a house located in Fort Walton Beach, Florida, 32548.

Active Listing: 848 Tropic Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 848 Tropic Ave are: Edwins Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Mary Esther Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Elliott Point Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Northwest Florida Ballet Academie (GreatSchools Rating 10/10), Max Bruner Junior Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Liza Jackson Preparatory School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Fort Walton Beach High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Okaloosa Academy (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Choctawhatchee High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $1,924 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on November 29, 2023 for $225,000 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 848 Tropic Ave has 5 bedrooms and 4 full and 1 half bathrooms.

The property 848 Tropic Ave is 4,011 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 848 Tropic Ave is 2025.

This home is located at 848 Tropic Ave in Fort Walton Beach, FL and zip code 32548. This 4,011 square foot home, which was built in 2025, sits on a 0.24 acre lot. Features: 5 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 2, 2025 and is currently priced at $1,195,000.

Fort Walton Beach, FL housing market in June 2025 saw over 8 listings sold above listed price, more than 17 sold at listed price and over 41 sold below. The number of listings in Fort Walton Beach, FL increased by 2.1% between May and June 2025. Listings spent 69 days on the market in June 2025, and had a median list price of $350,000 during the same period.

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

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