
1000 Bay Dr Unit 524 Niceville, FL 32578
Estimated payment $2,402/month
Highlights
- Marina
- Boat Dock
- Fishing
- Bluewater Elementary School Rated A-
- Golf Course Community
- Wooded Lot
About This Home
Secluded and beautifully updated, this charming 2-bedroom, 2-bath end-unit villa in Royal Oak Villas offers the perfect blend of comfort, style, and convenience—all on a single story with a detached 2-car garage. Nestled on a wooded corner lot, this home features serene views from every room and a thoughtfully designed courtyard entry with paver patio, ideal for relaxing or entertaining. Inside, enjoy solid surface flooring, silestone countertops with a tiled backsplash, stainless steel appliances, and modern lighting. The living room boasts vaulted ceilings and opens to a Florida room and second patio, creating an easy flow for entertaining. Additional highlights include walk-in closets in both bedrooms, indoor laundry, Hunter ceiling fans, and energy-efficient double-pane insulated windows and doors. Recent upgrades include a 2021 water heater, 2018 HVAC with programmable thermostat, and a partitioned, dehumidified garage spaceperfect for storage or a golf cart. The low-maintenance exterior is enhanced by mature magnolia and cedar trees, and landscaping is included in the HOA. Located just a short walk to the Bluewater Bay Marina, community pool, golf course, tennis and pickleball courts, and minutes from top-rated Niceville schools, Eglin AFB, Duke Field, and the white-sand beaches of Destin via the Mid-Bay Bridge. Don't miss this rare opportunity to own in one of Bluewater Bay's most desirable communities!
Property Details
Home Type
- Multi-Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $3,346
Year Built
- Built in 1984
Lot Details
- Property fronts a private road
- Privacy Fence
- Corner Lot
- Level Lot
- Sprinkler System
- Wooded Lot
HOA Fees
- $323 Monthly HOA Fees
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Automatic Garage Door Opener
Home Design
- Patio Home
- Property Attached
- Slab Foundation
- Pitched Roof
- Composition Shingle Roof
- Wood Trim
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 1,422 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Track Lighting
- Double Pane Windows
- Insulated Doors
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Sun or Florida Room
- Pull Down Stairs to Attic
- Exterior Washer Dryer Hookup
Kitchen
- Walk-In Pantry
- Electric Oven or Range
- Self-Cleaning Oven
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Flooring
- Tile
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
- Dual Vanity Sinks in Primary Bathroom
Home Security
- Storm Doors
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Schools
- Bluewater Elementary School
- Ruckel Middle School
- Niceville High School
Utilities
- Central Heating and Cooling System
- Underground Utilities
- Electric Water Heater
- Phone Available
- Cable TV Available
Additional Features
- Energy-Efficient Doors
- Enclosed patio or porch
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 22-1S-22-4827-0000-0240
Community Details
Overview
- Association fees include accounting, ground keeping, legal, management, repairs/maintenance
- Royal Oak Villas Bluewater Bay Subdivision
- The community has rules related to covenants
Recreation
- Boat Dock
- Community Boat Launch
- Marina
- Golf Course Community
- Tennis Courts
- Community Playground
- Community Pool
- Fishing
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Tax History
Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
---|---|---|---|---|
2024 | $3,346 | $277,069 | $60,600 | $216,469 |
2023 | $3,346 | $285,256 | $60,600 | $224,656 |
2022 | $2,965 | $240,113 | $60,600 | $179,513 |
2021 | $1,174 | $126,230 | $0 | $0 |
2020 | $1,164 | $124,487 | $0 | $0 |
2019 | $1,142 | $121,688 | $0 | $0 |
2018 | $1,125 | $119,419 | $0 | $0 |
2017 | $1,111 | $116,963 | $0 | $0 |
2016 | $1,079 | $114,557 | $0 | $0 |
2015 | $1,099 | $113,761 | $0 | $0 |
2014 | $1,101 | $112,858 | $0 | $0 |
Property History
Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
---|---|---|---|---|
07/17/2025 07/17/25 | Price Changed | $325,900 | -2.7% | $229 / Sq Ft |
06/26/2025 06/26/25 | Price Changed | $334,900 | -4.3% | $236 / Sq Ft |
05/30/2025 05/30/25 | For Sale | $349,900 | 0.0% | $246 / Sq Ft |
05/12/2023 05/12/23 | Sold | $350,000 | 0.0% | $246 / Sq Ft |
03/18/2023 03/18/23 | For Sale | $350,000 | 0.0% | $246 / Sq Ft |
03/14/2023 03/14/23 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
03/02/2023 03/02/23 | For Sale | $350,000 | +18.6% | $246 / Sq Ft |
08/16/2021 08/16/21 | Off Market | $295,000 | -- | -- |
05/14/2021 05/14/21 | Sold | $295,000 | 0.0% | $207 / Sq Ft |
04/01/2021 04/01/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
03/31/2021 03/31/21 | For Sale | $295,000 | -- | $207 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
---|---|---|---|
Warranty Deed | $350,000 | None Listed On Document | |
Warranty Deed | $295,000 | Mti Title Insurance Agcy Inc |
Mortgage History
Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
---|---|---|---|
Open | $80,000 | VA |
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