$1,100,000
SOLD AUG 13, 2025
4 Beds
3.5 Baths
3,233 Sq Ft
9,583 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$340 Per Sq Ft

31% Below List Price

Highlights

  • Heated Above Ground Pool
  • RV Access or Parking
  • Deck
  • Van R. Butler Elementary School Rated A-
  • Maid or Guest Quarters
  • Newly Painted Property

About This Home

As of August 2025

Offered for the first time, this stunning property boasts a prime location just steps away from the Dune Allen Beach Access. 196 Hilltop is a unique and versatile single level property, with 3,200 square feet of thoughtfully designed and accessible living space, split primary suites with luxurious ensuite bathrooms, spacious walk in closets, sitting areas, and private access to the main court yard and garden, which is one of three beautify landscaped gardens adorned with fruit trees, palm trees, roses, a jasmine wall, pergola and water fountain. Another of the many notable features is a newly built two story apartment in the back garden with a private access, a full kitchen, living area, two bedrooms and a full bath, comfortably accommodating seven guests - ideal for renting or Airbnb.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Nikita Korkh

EXP Realty LLC License #3403814 Listed on: 08/06/2025

EXP Realty LLC

Last Buyer's Agent

Nikita Korkh

EXP Realty LLC License #3403814 Listed on: 08/06/2025

EXP Realty LLC

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,603

Year Built

  • Built in 2014

Lot Details

  • 9,583 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 70'x140'
  • Partially Fenced Property
  • Cleared Lot

Home Design

  • U-Shaped Home
  • Dwelling with Rental
  • Newly Painted Property
  • Exterior Columns
  • Metal Roof
  • Cement Board or Planked

Interior Spaces

  • 3,233 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Built-in Bookshelves
  • Shelving
  • Crown Molding
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Fireplace
  • Window Treatments
  • Living Room
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Tile Flooring

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Walk-In Pantry
  • Double Oven
  • Gas Oven or Range
  • Stove
  • Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Wine Refrigerator
  • Kitchen Island
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom on Main
  • Maid or Guest Quarters
  • In-Law or Guest Suite
  • Dual Vanity Sinks in Primary Bathroom
  • Shower Only in Primary Bathroom

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Home Security

  • Home Security System
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Parking

  • 2 Detached Carport Spaces
  • Guest Parking
  • RV Access or Parking

Pool

  • Heated Above Ground Pool
  • Outdoor Shower

Outdoor Features

  • Lock
  • Deck
  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Built-In Barbecue

Additional Homes

  • Dwelling with Separate Living Area

Schools

  • Van R Butler Elementary School
  • Emerald Coast Middle School
  • South Walton High School

Utilities

  • Multiple cooling system units
  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Tankless Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • Beach Highland 1St Add Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 04-3S-20-34020-00E-0150

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,603

Year Built

Built in 2014

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Detached Single Family
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.22
  • Lot Size: 70'x140'
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Subdivision Name: BEACH HIGHLAND 1ST ADD
  • Directions: From Destin, take Highway 98 eastbound, turn right onto Scenic Hwy 30A. Turn left onto Hilltop Drive, located just before the public beach access and Stinkies restaurant. In approx. .2 miles 196 Hilltop Drive will be located on the left. Property has two covered driveways. If traveling westbound on 30A, turn right onto Hilltop Drive, 196 Hilltop is located on your left.
  • Architectural Style: U-Shaped
  • Carport Y N: Yes
  • New Construction: No
  • Building Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 2014
  • Utilities Electric: Yes
  • Utilities:Public Sewer: Yes
  • Utilities:Public Water: Yes
  • Appliances Dryer: Yes
  • Energy:AC - Central Elect: Yes
  • Energy:Heat Cntrl Electric: Yes
  • Rooms:Living Room: Yes
  • Appliances Microwave: Yes
  • Washers: Yes
  • Energy:Ceiling Fans: Yes
  • Rooms:Covered Porch: Yes
  • Energy:AC - 2 or More: Yes
  • Energy:Water Heater - Tnkls: Yes
  • Rooms:Sun Room: Yes
  • Rooms:Separate Apartment: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Furnished: Furnished - None
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Oven Double, Range Hood, Refrigerator W/IceMk, Security System, Smoke Detector, Stove/Oven Dual Fuel, Washer, Wine Refrigerator, Water Heater - Tnkls
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplace Features: Fireplace
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Floor Tile
  • Interior Amenities: Breakfast Bar, Built-In Bookcases, Ceiling Crwn Molding, Ceiling Raised, Guest Quarters, Kitchen Island, Lighting Recessed, Lock Out, Newly Painted, Pantry, Shelving, Washer/Dryer Hookup
  • Window Features: Window Treatment All
  • Interior:WasherDryer Hookup: Yes
  • Master Bedroom:First: Yes
  • Appliances Dishwasher: Yes
  • Appliances:Smoke Detector: Yes
  • Mstr BdrmMstr Bath:MBath Separate Shwr: Yes
  • Interior:Breakfast Bar: Yes
  • Interior:Floor Tile: Yes
  • Appliances:Refrigerator WIceMk: Yes
  • Appliances:Range Hood: Yes
  • Mstr BdrmMstr Bath:MBath Double Vanity: Yes
  • Interior:Ceiling Crwn Molding: Yes
  • Interior:Lighting Recessed: Yes
  • Interior:Window Treatment All: Yes
  • Interior:Kitchen Island: Yes
  • Interior:Newly Painted: Yes
  • Appliances:Security System: Yes
  • Appliances:StoveOven Dual Fuel: Yes
  • Appliances:Wine Refrigerator: Yes
  • Interior:Shelving: Yes
  • Appliances:Oven Double: Yes
  • Interior:Built-In Bookcases: Yes
  • Interior:Guest Quarters2: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Fencing: Fenced Lot-Part
  • Lot Features: Cleared, Within 1/2 Mile to Water
  • Pool Features: Pool - Above Ground, Pool - Heated, Pool Type
  • Construction Type: Siding CmntFbrHrdBrd
  • Exterior Features: BBQ Pit/Grill, Columns, Separate Bldg Rent, Separate Living Area, Shower
  • Other Structures: Guest Quarters
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck Open, Patio Open, Porch
  • Property Condition: Construction Complete
  • Lot Features:Within 12 Mile to Water: Yes
  • Construction Status:Construction Complete: Yes
  • Exterior:Fenced Lot-Part: Yes
  • Exterior:Porch: Yes
  • ConstructionSiding:Roof Metal: Yes
  • Lot Features:Cleared: Yes
  • Exterior:Patio Open: Yes
  • Exterior:Deck Open: Yes
  • ConstructionSiding:Siding CmntFbrHrdBrd: Yes
  • Exterior:Pool - Heated: Yes
  • Exterior:Shower: Yes
  • Exterior:Columns: Yes
  • Exterior:BBQ PitGrill: Yes
  • Exterior:Fireplace2: Yes
  • Exterior:Guest Quarters: Yes
  • Exterior:Separate Living Area: Yes
  • Exterior:Pool - Above Ground: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Carport Spaces: 2.0
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 2.0
  • Parking Features: Carport, Carport Detached, Covered, Guest, RV
  • General Property Info:Garage2: No
  • Parking Features:Guest: Yes
  • Parking Features:Carport3: Yes
  • Parking Features:Covered: Yes
  • Parking Features:RV: Yes
  • Parking Features:Carport Detached: Yes

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

Schools

  • Elementary School: Van R Butler
  • High School: South Walton
  • Middle Or Junior School: Emerald Coast

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 9583.2
  • Parcel #: 04-3S-20-34020-00E-0150
  • Zoning: Resid Single Family

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 5602.57
  • Tax Year: 2024

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 1, 2021
Sold by
Leland Monica D and Leland Monica
Bought by
Leland Monica D and The Monica D Leland Trust

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 19, 2014
Closed on
Jan 21, 2014
Sold by
Dansky Samuel I
Bought by
Leland Mark Hemingway and Leland Monica
Seller's Agent
Patricia Duggan
Century 21 AllPoints Realty
Buyer's Agent
Non Member
Inactive
List Price
$169,900
Sold Price
$169,900

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
20.16%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 12, 2013
Sold by
Gulsby Alma D
Bought by
Dansky Ii Samuel I
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Accommodation
Warranty Deed $169,900 Touchstone Land Title Inc
Warranty Deed $85,000 Touchstone Land Title Inc
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/13/2025 08/13/25 Sold $1,100,000 -20.0% $340 / Sq Ft
07/08/2025 07/08/25 Pending -- -- --
06/21/2025 06/21/25 Price Changed $1,375,000 -1.8% $425 / Sq Ft
04/07/2025 04/07/25 Price Changed $1,400,000 -12.4% $433 / Sq Ft
02/07/2025 02/07/25 For Sale $1,599,000 +841.1% $495 / Sq Ft
06/23/2019 06/23/19 Off Market $169,900 -- --
02/19/2014 02/19/14 For Sale $169,900 0.0% --
01/23/2014 01/23/14 Sold $169,900 -- --
01/16/2014 01/16/14 Pending -- -- --
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 $5,399 $656,619 -- --
2023 $5,399 $637,494 $0 $0
2022 $3,858 $454,503 $0 $0
2021 $3,907 $441,265 $0 $0
2020 $3,972 $469,769 $169,213 $300,556
2019 $3,854 $425,389 $0 $0
2018 $3,738 $412,180 $0 $0
2017 $3,633 $403,702 $130,058 $273,644
2016 $3,679 $367,679 $0 $0
2015 $3,425 $336,898 $0 $0
2014 $832 $80,750 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Emerald Coast Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 968067

Emerald Coast Association of REALTORS®

APN: 04-3S-20-34020-00E-0150