$720,978Average Value$245Average Price per Sq Ft1Home For Sale
Centrally located sanctum 4 miles from Niceville
About 20 minutes from Eglin Airforce Base, Rocky Bayou Country Club Estates is a haven for golfers, outdoor enthusiasts, and the area's many current and former military personnel. Mature oak trees preside over all-brick homes and winding roads that wend their way through the titular Rocky Bayou Country Club. “I absolutely love it here,” says Tracy Wood, vice president of the homeowners association and a Realtor with NextHome Cornerstone Realty. “I love that it’s centrally located to everything. We’re in close proximity to the beaches and Choctawhatchee Bay, and we’re surrounded by three military bases. You can get to the gulf in less than 15 minutes, and we’re 45 minutes from 30A and all the little beach towns along there.”
Rocky Bayou Estates is a cozy neighborhood in the town of Niceville.
Rocky Bayou Estates homes are situated on spacious lots.
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Hitting the links at Rocky Bayou Country Club
Rocky Bayou Country Club is the heart of the neighborhood. The 18-hole championship course unfurls across 115 acres of rolling hills, spring-fed lakes and towering trees, creating a challenging yet satisfying level of play. “My husband and I are huge golfers, so we can drive golf carts and play golf every day,” says Vicky Leos, a resident and Realtor with Keller Williams Emerald Coast. “People walk and jog there in the early morning or evening, whenever the golfers aren’t there.” Nearby Choctawhatchee Bay is abundant with fish and wildlife, and it’s hard to make a trip without spotting at least one pod of dolphins. The neighborhood is about 13 miles north of Destin and U.S. Route 98, giving residents access to the pristine beaches of the Emerald Coast and the bouquet of coastal communities along Scenic Highway 30A. “We do staycations there in April and October when the tourists are gone,” Wood says.
Residents of Rocky Bayou Estates love a good game of golf.
The Rocky Bayou Estates country club features golf and a swimming pool.
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Brick masonry and wooded lots
Spacious lots, traditional masonry and tall trees are the hallmarks of Rocky Bayou. Several smaller subdivisions located within the estates, and most homes were built in the late 1980s and ’90s. Bigger is better in Rocky Bayou: Homes here are at least 2,000 square feet, sitting on lots of at least a quarter acre. Traditional and ranch-style homes often feature red brick exteriors, two-car garages and native plants. A four-bedroom all-brick home can range from $600,000 to $800,000, while similar homes with a pool or waterfront views can range from $650,000 to about $1 million. Most homeowners choose to participate in the homeowners association, which has a $150 annual fee.
Lakefront homes in Rocky Bayou Estates can cost upwards of $600,000.
This Neoclassical style home sits on a spacious lot in Rocky Bayou Estates.
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Eglin AFB is located minutes from Rocky Bayou Estates.
Easy access to major thoroughfares and Eglin AFB
Aside from the golf course, Rocky Bayou Country Club Estates is primarily residential, so residents hop on bordering roadways like College Boulevard, Forest Road and Rocky Bayou Drive to venture out. Rocky Bayou Drive connects to Interstate 20, which is a roughly 9-mile drive to Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport. Importantly, the estates are close to several military bases, including Eglin Airforce Base. “Most people are associated one way or another to the base, whether that’s former military members, civilians who work at the bases or active-duty personnel,” Leos says. “Probably 80% of Niceville residents are connected to the base.”
Highly rated schools in the Okaloosa County School District
Kids can attend James E. Plew Elementary School before heading to C.W. Ruckel Middle School, both graded A-minus by Niche. Teens can graduate from Niceville Senior High School, graded A by Niche. The high school has been rated an A school by the Florida Department of Education and received numerous awards and designations, including the Five Star School Award and recognition as a Blue Ribbon National School of Excellence. High schoolers can earn national industry certifications through the career and technical education curriculum. The high school offers nine career and technical education programs, including culinary arts, information technology and practical nursing.
Rocky Bayou Estates students can start primary school at James E. Plew Elementary.
Last, Rocky Bayou Estates students can finish their primary schooling at Niceville Senior High.
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Waterfront dining on Choctawhatchee Bay
The neighborhood’s central location places residents within a stone’s throw of shopping and dining. Groceries are available at Publix just 2 miles away, while 3rd Planet Brewing serves up craft brews less than 3 miles away. “TradeWinds Italian is unbelievable,” Wood says. “They have the best Italian food, hands down.” Waterfront dining along Choctawhatchee Bay is a favorite among residents. Boats of all sizes dock at The Wharf 850 for fresh seafood and steaks. The Locals Eatery is an aptly named restaurant overlooking Boggy Bayou known for its welcoming atmosphere and American fare, while Doc’s Oyster Bar is a beloved dive bar and restaurant serving up fresh raw oysters in a lively atmosphere.
At the Wharf 850, Rocky Bayou Estates residents can dine on the water.
The Wharf 850 is a popular waterfront restaurant among Rocky Bayou Estates residents.
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Environmental Factors
Florida is subject to the winds and rain of hurricanes and tropical storms. However, Leos says the community often escapes the worst of it. “The last few hurricanes have hit farther west toward Pensacola. We don’t get hit hard,” she says. “We have a lot of trees nearby, and trees can act like a barrier against strong winds.”
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Parks in this Area
Turkey Creek Park
Fred Gannon Rocky Bayou State Park
Bike Trails
Camping
Fishing
Transit
Airport
Eglin AFB/Destin-Ft Walton Beach
32 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Rocky Bayou Estates
US
Homicide
1
4
Sexual Assault
1
4
Assault with Weapon
1
4
Robbery
1
4
Burglary
1
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
1
4
Larceny
1
4
Crime Score
1
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Rocky Bayou Estates Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Rocky Bayou Estates, Niceville sell after 59 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Rocky Bayou Estates, Niceville over the last 12 months is $518,098, up 96% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
2,523
Median Age
45
Population Density
3 ppl/acre
Population under 18
24.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
21.6%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$138,844
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$168,526
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
99.1%
College Graduates
64.5%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
38.1%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
66.5%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
74''
Average Winter Low Temperature
39°F
Average Summer High Temperature
90°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
35/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
1/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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