$600,000
SOLD JUL 3, 2025

Sterling Sands 1080 Highway 98 E Unit 403 Destin, FL 32541

2 Beds
2 Baths
861 Sq Ft
$800/mo HOA Fee

Recently Sold

$697 Per Sq Ft

7% Below List Price

34 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Beach Front
  • Beach
  • Gulf View
  • Destin Elementary School Rated A-
  • Deeded access to the beach
  • Main Floor Primary Bedroom

About This Home

As of July 2025

High Income Unit Over $86k! Welcome to Sterling Sands Unit 403, a beautifully maintained Gulf-front condo offering breathtaking, unobstructed views of the emerald green waters and sugar-white sands of Destin. This fully furnished 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom unit features an open-concept living space that flows seamlessly onto a private balcony with glass railing — the perfect spot to enjoy coastal breezes and panoramic Gulf views. The kitchen is equipped with sleek quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, ample white cabinetry, and a convenient breakfast bar, ideal for both daily living and entertaining. The master suite offers a quiet retreat with an ensuite bathroom featuring a shower/tub combo. The guest bedroom includes a trundle bed, providing additional sleeping space for family and visitors with a pocket door to the full guest bathroom. For added convenience, the unit includes a separate laundry closet with a stackable washer and dryer, as well as a dedicated owner's closet for secure personal storage. The HVAC system was recently updated with a 2023 exterior unit and a 2025 interior air handler, offering energy efficiency and peace of mind. Sterling Sands is a low-density beachfront resort in the heart of Destin, offering a beachside pool and hot tub, fitness center overlooking the beach, grilling area, and private deeded beach at your building. The building has successfully passed its milestone inspection with no repairs needed, providing added security for future owners. Whether you're seeking a primary residence, vacation getaway, or investment property, this condo offers an unbeatable combination of comfort, convenience, and coastal charm.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Sherrie Salas

Keller Williams Realty Destin License #3402412 Listed on: 05/14/2025

Keller Williams Realty Destin

Last Buyer's Agent

Angela Skillingstad

World Impact Real Estate License #3556708

World Impact Real Estate

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,926

Year Built

  • Built in 1994

Lot Details

  • Beach Front
  • Property fronts gulf or ocean

HOA Fees

  • $800 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Mirrored Walls
  • Concrete Siding
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 861 Sq Ft Home
  • Furnished
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Living Room
  • Vinyl Flooring

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Walk-In Pantry
  • Electric Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom on Main
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Deeded access to the beach
  • Balcony

Schools

  • Destin Elementary And Middle School
  • Destin High School

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 00-2S-22-2376-0003-4030

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include accounting, ground keeping, insurance, internet service, legal, licenses/permits, management, master, recreational faclty, sewer, water, cable TV, trash
  • 112 Buildings
  • 112 Units
  • Sterling Sands Condo Subdivision

Amenities

  • Community Barbecue Grill
  • Picnic Area
  • Elevator

Recreation

  • Beach
  • Community Pool

Pet Policy

  • Pets Allowed

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,926

Year Built

Built in 1994

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$800 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Subdivision Name: STERLING SANDS CONDO
  • Directions: On South side of Highway 98 just East of Airport Road
  • Architectural Style: N/A
  • Carport Y N: No
  • New Construction: No
  • Year Built: 1994
  • Utilities Electric: Yes
  • Appliances Dryer: Yes
  • Appliances Microwave: Yes
  • Washers: Yes
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Furnished: Furnished - All
  • Number Of Buildings: 112
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator W/IceMk, Stove/Oven Electric, Washer, Water Heater - Elect
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Flooring: Floor Vinyl
  • Interior Amenities: Breakfast Bar, Owner's Closet, Pantry, Walls Mirrored, Washer/Dryer Hookup
  • Appliances:StoveOven Electric: Yes
  • Appliances Dishwasher: Yes
  • Appliances:Refrigerator WIceMk: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Pool Features: Pool Type
  • View: Gulf, Unit Waterview Only
  • Waterfront Features: Unit Waterfront, Gulf, Shore - Beach
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Construction Type: Concrete, Stucco
  • Exterior Features: Balcony
  • Property Condition: Construction Complete
  • Construction Status:Construction Complete: Yes
  • ConstructionSiding:Concrete: Yes
  • ConstructionSiding:Stucco: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • General Property Info:Garage2: No

Utilities

  • Cooling: Ceiling Fans, Central Air
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Central
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Electric, Public Water, TV Cable
  • Utility: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: BBQ Pit/Grill, Beach, Deed Access, Elevators, Exercise Room, Pets Allowed, Picnic Area, Pool, Waterfront
  • Association #2 Fee: 799.78
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association: Yes

Association/Amenities

  • Fees Include:Master Association: Yes

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Accounting, Ground Keeping, Insurance, Internet Service, Legal, Licenses/Permits, Management, Master Association, Recreational Faclty, Sewer, Water, Cable TV, Trash

Schools

  • Elementary School: Destin
  • High School: Destin
  • Middle Or Junior School: Destin

Lot Info

  • Parcel #: 00-2S-22-2376-0003-4030

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units In Community: 112

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 5926.18
  • Tax Year: 2024

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 14, 2025
Closed on
May 8, 2025
Sold by
Sand Pearls Llc
Bought by
Beach Living Destin Llc
Seller's Agent
Sherrie Salas
Keller Williams Realty Destin
Buyer's Agent
Angela Skillingstad
World Impact Real Estate
List Price
$645,000
Sold Price
$600,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$45,000
-6.98%
Views
62

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 30, 2013
Sold by
Stout R Jeanne
Bought by
Sand Pearis Llc

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 5, 2009
Sold by
Stout Rhea Jeanne and The Rhea Jeanne Stout Revocabl
Bought by
Stout Henry D and Stout Jeanne R

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 29, 2007
Sold by
Stout Henry D and Stout Jeanne R
Bought by
Stout Henry D and The Henry D Stout Revocable Li

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 6, 2001
Sold by
Smith Edward S
Bought by
Stout Henry D and Stout Jeanne R

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$175,000
Interest Rate
7.19%
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Quit Claim Deed $45,000 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $295,000 Attorney
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Warranty Deed $265,000 Southern Escrow & Title Llc
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $180,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $175,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/03/2025 07/03/25 Sold $600,000 -7.0% $697 / Sq Ft
06/17/2025 06/17/25 Pending -- -- --
05/14/2025 05/14/25 For Sale $645,000 -- $749 / Sq Ft
Source: Emerald Coast Association of REALTORS®

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

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 $5,879 $556,000 -- $556,000
2023 $5,879 $586,000 $0 $586,000
2022 $4,832 $431,000 $0 $431,000
2021 $4,235 $341,000 $0 $341,000
2020 $4,204 $336,000 $0 $336,000
2019 $4,175 $331,000 $0 $331,000
2018 $3,970 $321,000 $0 $0
2017 $3,535 $270,500 $0 $0
2016 $3,416 $263,000 $0 $0
2015 $3,451 $263,000 $0 $0
2014 $3,138 $234,000 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Emerald Coast Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 976247

Emerald Coast Association of REALTORS®

APN: 00-2S-22-2376-0003-4030