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1491 W Highway 98, Mary Esther, FL 32569

Mary Esther, FL 32569
  • 4 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 2,986 Sq Ft
  • 1981 Built
  • MLS 992670

About this home

**Waterfront living meets investment opportunity on the Santa Rosa Sound!** With **115 feet of waterfront**, a private dock with spacious sundeck, & a **separate 1,200 sqft. apartment above the garage**, this one-of-a-kind property offers the flexibility to enjoy the waterfront lifestyle while creating income potential. Whether you're searching for a primary residence, vacation home, multigenerational property, or a home with space for guests, this property delivers options that are hard to find. The main home offers beautiful water views, a bay-window breakfast nook overlooking the Sound, tile flooring throughout, & extensive updates including a full renovation in 2005-2006, plus a new roof, HVAC, & updated plumbing in 2021, & new water heater 2026. The private apartment features its own entrance, balcony, washer and dryer, HVAC, water heater, & security system, making it ideal for extended family, guests, or rental opportunities. A 400 sq. ft. office with a separate entrance provides additional flexibility for a home business, studio, or potential guest suite. Additional features include a concrete safe room, workshop, hurricane shutters, circular driveway, & storage throughout. From boating, fishing, & paddleboarding off your private dock to enjoying spectacular sunrises & sunsets over the Santa Rosa Sound, this is more than a waterfront home--it's a rare opportunity to own a property that offers lifestyle, flexibility, & long-term value. 1.4 miles to Hurlburt Field.

Property details

Property typeDetached Single Family
StatusActive
Area12 - Fort Walton Beach
SubdivisionMETES & BOUNDS
CityMary Esther
CountyOkaloosa
Zip32569
StyleTraditional
Taxes$3,920
Tax year2025
WaterfrontYes
ViewIntracoastal Waterwy, Sound

Interior

Total rooms11
Full baths3
AppliancesDishwasher, Microwave, Range Hood, Electric Water Heater
CoolingCeiling Fan(s)
FlooringTile
Interior featuresVaulted Ceiling(s), Fireplace, In-Law Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Pantry, Split Bedroom, Washer/Dryer Hookup

Exterior & lot

Lot size0.44 acres
Lot dimensions114.7 x 192.76 x 123 x 149.55
RoofShingle
GarageYes
ParkingOversized
Road frontageCounty Road, State Road
Other structuresGreenhouse, Workshop
Exterior featuresDock, Hurricane Shutters, Lawn Pump, Sprinkler System

Schools

ElementaryFlorosa
MiddleBruner
HighFort Walton Beach

Community

DirectionsFrom Eglin Parkway, go west on Highway 98, to a U-turn at Calypso St. House is on the right.

Data source: Emerald Coast Association of REALTORS®

Location

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