$675,000

Sterling Sands 1080 U S 98 Unit 603 Destin, FL 32541

Estimated payment $4,976/month

Total Views 1,160
2 Beds
2 Baths
861 Sq Ft
$784 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

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

About This Home

Perfectly positioned and centrally located in the heart of Destin directly on a private stretch of the iconic white sand beaches and emerald-green waters of the Gulf of America. This updated furnished 2 bedroom, 2 bath, 6th floor gem offers breathtaking, unobstructed beachfront views. New flooring, soft close cabinets, quartz waterfall counters and more. New HVAC 2023. Sterling Sands is a premier mid-rise condominium resort designed for those who want the best of both relaxation and recreation. The resort's amenities include a seasonally heated beachside pool, bubbling hot tub, expansive sun deck, fitness center, and a covered picnic area with bbq grills. This is classic Destin, the perfect choice for your own personal luxurious coastal retreat or high-demand vacation rental investment.

Listing Agent

William Britton

Crye-Leike Coastal Realty Brokerage Email: william.britton@crye-leike.com License #3243555 Listed on: 08/15/2025

Crye-Leike Coastal Realty

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,982

Year Built

  • Built in 1994

Lot Details

  • Beach Front
  • Property fronts gulf or ocean

HOA Fees

  • $799 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Concrete Siding
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 861 Sq Ft Home
  • Furnished
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Track Lighting
  • Living Room

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

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

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Home Security

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-22-2376-0003-6030

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include ground keeping, internet service, legal, management, master, recreational faclty, sewer, water, cable TV, trash
  • 112 Buildings
  • 112 Units
  • Sterling Sands Condo Subdivision
  • 8-Story Property

Amenities

  • Community Barbecue Grill
  • Picnic Area
  • Recreation Room
  • Elevator

Recreation

  • Beach
  • Community Pool

Security

  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,982

Year Built

Built in 1994

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$799 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Subdivision Name: STERLING SANDS CONDO
  • Directions: Beachside of HWY 98, Just East from the Airport Rd. Intersection right after Silver Beach Towers. 603 is on the left side of the building and accessible from the East elevator.
  • Architectural Style: N/A
  • Carport Y N: No
  • New Construction: No
  • Year Built: 1994
  • Attribution Contact: william.britton@crye-leike.com
  • Utilities Electric: Yes
  • Utilities:Public Sewer: Yes
  • Utilities:Public Water: Yes
  • Appliances Dryer: Yes
  • Energy:AC - Central Elect: Yes
  • Energy:Heat Cntrl Electric: Yes
  • Energy:Water Heater - Elect: Yes
  • Rooms:Living Room: Yes
  • Waterview:Gulf2: Yes
  • Waterfront:Gulf: Yes
  • Appliances Microwave: Yes
  • Washers: Yes
  • Energy:Ceiling Fans: Yes
  • Rooms:Balcony2: Yes
  • Waterfront:Unit Waterfront: Yes
  • Waterfront:Shore - Beach: Yes
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Furnished: Furnished - All
  • Number Of Buildings: 112
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator W/IceMk, Smoke Detector, Smooth Stovetop Rnge, Stove/Oven Electric, Washer, Water Heater - Elect
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Interior Amenities: Breakfast Bar, Lighting Track, Owner's Closet, Pantry
  • Stories: 8
  • Appliances:StoveOven Electric: Yes
  • Master Bedroom:First: Yes
  • Appliances Dishwasher: Yes
  • Appliances:Smoke Detector: Yes
  • Interior:Breakfast Bar: Yes
  • Interior:Lighting Track: Yes
  • Appliances:Refrigerator WIceMk: Yes
  • Appliances:Smooth Stovetop Rnge: Yes
  • Interior:Furnished - All: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Pool Features: Pool Type
  • View: Gulf
  • 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
  • Exterior:Balcony: 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, Community Room, Deed Access, Elevators, Exercise Room, Picnic Area, Pool, TV Cable, Waterfront
  • Association #2 Fee: 799.25
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association: Yes

Association/Amenities

  • Fees Include:Master Association: Yes

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Ground Keeping, Internet Service, Legal, 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-22-2376-0003-6030

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units In Community: 112

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 5982.13
  • Tax Year: 2024

Map

Range of Values:

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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 $5,932 $560,000 -- $560,000
2023 $5,932 $590,000 $0 $590,000
2022 $4,883 $435,000 $0 $435,000
2021 $4,284 $345,000 $0 $345,000
2020 $4,254 $340,000 $0 $340,000
2019 $4,231 $335,000 $0 $335,000
2018 $4,024 $325,000 $0 $0
2017 $3,587 $274,500 $0 $0
2016 $3,468 $267,000 $0 $0
2015 $3,475 $267,000 $0 $0
2014 $3,163 $238,000 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/15/2025 08/15/25 For Sale $675,000 -- $784 / Sq Ft
Source: Emerald Coast Association of REALTORS®

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $265,000 Attorney
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $212,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $359,650 Fannie Mae Freddie Mac
Previous Owner $247,200 Unknown
Source: Public Records

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Source: Emerald Coast Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 982365

Emerald Coast Association of REALTORS®

APN: 00-2S-22-2376-0003-6030