$1,695,000

1272 Scenic Gulf Dr Unit 804 Miramar Beach, FL 32550

Miramar Beach Neighborhood

Estimated payment $11,645/month

Total Views 1,483
3 Beds
3 Baths
2,675 Sq Ft
$634 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Property fronts gulf or ocean
  • Bay View
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Van R. Butler Elementary School Rated A-
  • Gated Community
  • Main Floor Primary Bedroom

About This Home

Discover paradise in this awe-inspiring 8th-floor corner unit, offering breathtaking 180-degree unobstructed beach panoramas and mesmerizing sunsets stretching from Destin to Panama City. From your expansive 50-foot balcony, indulge in the luxury of coastal living within an exclusive gated enclave.This sophisticated condominium exudes elegance with its polished travertine floors, exquisitely remodeled bathrooms, and a gourmet kitchen featuring high-end Dura Supreme ceiling-height cabinets, luxurious granite countertops, and sleek stainless steel appliances.Enjoy a unique and open floorplan designed to captivate with endless water views from every room. With soaring 10-foot ceilings and dual living areas, this home promises opulence with two master suites, each providing Gulf views,balcony access, a spacious walk-in closet in one, and in the primary master 3 walk-in closets and a relaxing steam shower.
An additional en-suite guest bedroom offers sweeping Bay views, while a second expansive north-facing terrace dazzles with pool, lake, and bay vistas perfect for al fresco dining. Adding to its allure are tasteful plantation shutters, a real gas fireplace, and the convenience of a full laundry room.
Furthermore, this condominium includes a highly-coveted, deed-assigned garage space. Truly, this property lives like a "Home on the Beach," offering a unique blend of luxury and lifestyle in an unparalleled coastal setting.
The Empress is a boutique, luxury gated community consisting of only 44 units located directly across from 2,000 feet of sugar white beaches and although 14 of the units are allowed to be vacation rentals, for most owners The Empress is a full time residence or second home. Other features that make The Empress so desirable are the semi private elevators that open into a foyer shared by only you and 1 neighbor, large climate controlled storage for each owner, a more private pool and hot tub overlooking the lake and fitness room, HALO water system, fiber optics cable, full time maintenance staff, security, and the famous Whales Tail beachfront restaurant within a block for food and beverages on the beach. Walk out the door to the beach or pool, relax on one of your balconies, or experience the great entertainment, shopping and restaurants all within a short distance. Now is the time to make your dream of living at the beach a reality. (The Empress has completed the Structural Integrity Reserve Study and passed the Milestone Inspection with flying colors with no special assessments pending!) A list of lenders that have experience in The Empress and good rates available upon request.

Listing Agent

Cathy Turner

Compass License #3233626 Listed on: 07/20/2025

Compass

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $9,290

Year Built

  • Built in 1998

Lot Details

  • Property fronts gulf or ocean

HOA Fees

  • $1,920 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 1 Car Garage
  • Deeded Parking

Property Views

  • Bay
  • Gulf
  • Lake

Home Design

  • Concrete Siding
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 2,675 Sq Ft Home
  • Wet Bar
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Plantation Shutters
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Tile Flooring

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom on Main
  • Split Bedroom Floorplan
  • 3 Full Bathrooms
  • Dual Vanity Sinks in Primary Bathroom
  • Separate Shower in Primary Bathroom
  • Garden Bath

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Home Security

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony
  • Built-In Barbecue

Schools

  • Destin Elementary And Middle School
  • Destin High School

Utilities

  • Multiple cooling system units
  • Central Air
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 32-2S-21-42700-000-8040

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include accounting, gas, ground keeping, insurance, internet service, management, recreational faclty, security, sewer, water, cable TV, trash
  • 44 Buildings
  • 44 Units
  • Empress Subdivision
  • 12-Story Property

Amenities

  • Community Barbecue Grill
  • Elevator
  • Community Storage Space

Recreation

  • Community Pool

Pet Policy

  • Pets Allowed

Security

  • Gated Community
  • Hurricane or Storm Shutters
  • Fire Sprinkler System

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$9,290

Year Built

Built in 1998

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$1,920 per month

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Subdivision Name: EMPRESS (THE)
  • Directions: From US-98 W at the Outlets Turn south onto Scenic Gulf Dr/Scenic Hwy 98 Turn right into The Empress in 1.3 miles. Located across from the beach before Whales Tail and next door to Majestic Sun.
  • Architectural Style: N/A
  • Carport Y N: No
  • New Construction: No
  • Year Built: 1998
  • Utilities Electric: Yes
  • Utilities:Public Sewer: Yes
  • Utilities:Public Water: Yes
  • Appliances Dryer: Yes
  • Energy:AC - Central Elect: Yes
  • Energy:Water Heater - Elect: Yes
  • Rooms:Living Room: Yes
  • Waterview:Gulf2: Yes
  • Rooms:Dining Room: Yes
  • Waterfront:Gulf: Yes
  • Appliances Microwave: Yes
  • Washers: Yes
  • Waterview:Bay2: Yes
  • Energy:Ceiling Fans: Yes
  • Rooms:Laundry2: Yes
  • Rooms:Balcony2: Yes
  • Energy:AC - 2 or More: Yes
  • Waterview:Lake2: Yes
  • Utilities:Gas - Natural: Yes
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Number Of Buildings: 44
  • Appliances: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Oven Continue Clean, Refrigerator W/IceMk, Stove/Oven Electric, Washer, Water Heater - Elect
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Fireplace Gas
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Floor Tile
  • Interior Amenities: Breakfast Bar, Ceiling Raised, Owner's Closet, Pantry, Split Bedroom, Washer/Dryer Hookup, Wet Bar
  • Stories: 12
  • Window Features: Plantation Shutters, Window Treatment All
  • Interior:WasherDryer Hookup: Yes
  • Appliances:Cooktop: Yes
  • Appliances:StoveOven Electric: Yes
  • Master Bedroom:First: Yes
  • Appliances Dishwasher: Yes
  • Appliances:Fire AlarmSprinkler: Yes
  • Mstr BdrmMstr Bath:MBath Garden Tub: Yes
  • Mstr BdrmMstr Bath:MBath Separate Shwr: Yes
  • Interior:Breakfast Bar: Yes
  • Interior:Floor Tile: Yes
  • Appliances:Refrigerator WIceMk: Yes
  • Interior:Split Bedroom: Yes
  • Mstr BdrmMstr Bath:MBath Double Vanity: Yes
  • Interior:Window Treatment All: Yes
  • Interior:Fireplace Gas: Yes
  • Interior:Wet Bar: Yes
  • Interior:Plantation Shutters: Yes
  • Appliances:Oven Continue Clean: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Pool Features: Pool Type
  • View: Lake, Gulf, Bay
  • Waterfront Features: Gulf
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Construction Type: Concrete, Block, Stucco
  • Exterior Features: Balcony, BBQ Pit/Grill, Hurricane Shutters
  • Property Condition: Renovated, Construction Complete
  • Construction Status:Construction Complete: Yes
  • ConstructionSiding:Block: Yes
  • ConstructionSiding:Concrete: Yes
  • ConstructionSiding:Stucco: Yes
  • Exterior:Balcony: Yes
  • Exterior:Hurricane Shutters: Yes
  • Exterior:BBQ PitGrill: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces: 1.0
  • Parking Features: Garage, Deeded
  • General Property Info:Garage2: Yes
  • Parking Features:Garage3: Yes
  • Parking Features:Deeded: Yes

Utilities

  • Security: Fire Alarm/Sprinkler
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fans, Central Air
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Electric, Gas - Natural, Public Water, TV Cable
  • Utility: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: BBQ Pit/Grill, Elevators, Exercise Room, Gated Community, Pets Allowed, Pool, Separate Storage, TV Cable, Waterfront
  • Association #2 Fee: 5760.0
  • Association Fee Frequency: Quarterly
  • Association: Yes

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Accounting, Gas, Ground Keeping, Insurance, Internet Service, Management, Recreational Faclty, Security, Sewer, Water, Cable TV, Trash

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • Parcel #: 32-2S-21-42700-000-8040

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units In Community: 44

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 9290.14
  • Tax Year: 2024

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Range of Values:

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Source: Public Records

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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 $8,850 $1,168,131 -- $1,168,131
2023 $8,850 $803,086 $0 $0
2022 $6,766 $730,078 $0 $730,078
2021 $6,730 $695,313 $0 $695,313
2020 $6,941 $695,313 $0 $695,313
2019 $6,770 $681,670 $0 $681,670
2018 $6,664 $668,295 $0 $0
2017 $6,431 $648,821 $0 $648,821
2016 $6,183 $617,925 $0 $0
2015 $6,281 $617,925 $0 $0
2014 $6,067 $588,500 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/20/2025 07/20/25 For Sale $1,695,000 +120.1% $634 / Sq Ft
06/23/2019 06/23/19 Off Market $770,000 -- --
08/12/2015 08/12/15 Sold $770,000 0.0% $288 / Sq Ft
07/02/2015 07/02/15 Pending -- -- --
05/26/2015 05/26/15 For Sale $770,000 -- $288 / Sq Ft
Source: Emerald Coast Association of REALTORS®

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $770,000 Title Works
Warranty Deed -- Southern Escrow & Title Llc
Warranty Deed $760,000 Southern Escrow & Title Llc
Warranty Deed $580,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $197,000 New Conventional
Open $340,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $768,778 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $440,700 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Source: Emerald Coast Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 981330

Emerald Coast Association of REALTORS®

APN: 32-2S-21-42700-000-8040