$570,000
SOLD NOV 6, 2025

253 Okeechobee Cove Destin, FL 32541

4 Beds
3 Baths
2,415 Sq Ft
2005 Built

Recently Sold

$236 Per Sq Ft

15% Below List Price

36 Days on Market

Highlights

  • In Ground Pool
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Destin Elementary School Rated A-
  • Gated Community
  • Newly Painted Property

About This Home

As of November 2025

$20,000 PRICE DROP. This property is under contract with a kickoff clause. If we get another offer the current buyers will not move forward if their property does not sale. VACANT/EASY SHOW!! Text Chris 850-502-7879 for showing instructions.
In Emerald Lakes
This 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom residence offers a perfect blend of coastal luxury and modern comfort. Nestled in a peaceful neighborhood just minutes from the sugar-white sands and emerald waters of the Gulf, this home is ideal for both full-time living or as a vacation getaway.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Vicki Camp

Luxury Estates Realty Group LLC License #3183658 Listed on: 09/12/2025

Co-Listed By

Stefan Camp

Luxury Estates Auction Company LLC License #3099002

Last Buyer's Agent

Stefan Camp

Luxury Estates Auction Company LLC License #3099002

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,086

Year Built

  • Built in 2005

Lot Details

  • Lot Dimensions are 60x140
  • Cul-De-Sac
  • Back Yard Fenced
  • Sprinkler System
  • Lawn Pump
  • Property is zoned Resid Multi-Family

HOA Fees

  • $125 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Automatic Garage Door Opener

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Newly Painted Property
  • Slate Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 2,415 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Crown Molding
  • Coffered Ceiling
  • Tray Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Insulated Doors
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Screened Porch
  • Pull Down Stairs to Attic
  • Fire and Smoke Detector
  • Exterior Washer Dryer Hookup

Kitchen

  • Electric Oven or Range
  • Self-Cleaning Oven
  • Induction Cooktop
  • Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Wine Refrigerator
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Laminate
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • 3 Full Bathrooms
  • Dual Vanity Sinks in Primary Bathroom
  • Separate Shower in Primary Bathroom
  • Garden Bath

Schools

  • Destin Elementary And Middle School
  • Destin High School

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Gas Water Heater
  • Phone Available

Additional Features

  • Energy-Efficient Doors
  • In Ground Pool

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 00-2S-22-0980-000C-0360

Community Details

Overview

  • Emerald Lakes Ph 2 Subdivision

Recreation

  • Tennis Courts

Additional Features

  • Community Barbecue Grill
  • Gated Community

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,086

Year Built

Built in 2005

Lot Details

0 Sq Ft Lot

HOA Fees

$125 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Detached Single Family
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size: 60x140
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Co List Office Mls Id: ELEA
  • Co List Office Phone: 850-460-8877
  • Subdivision Name: EMERALD LAKES PH 2
  • Directions: Enter Emerald Lakes Subdivision from Hwy 98 and Tequesta . Stay on Tequesta to the round about at the pool and tennis courts. Continue to your next right which is Okeechobee Cove. House will be on your left.
  • Architectural Style: Contemporary
  • Carport Y N: No
  • New Construction: No
  • Efficiency: Doors
  • Building Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 2005
  • Remarks Misc:Remarks: $20,000 PRICE DROP. This property is under contract with a kickoff clause. If we get another offer the current buyers will not move forward if their property does not sale. VACANT/EASY SHOW!! Text Chris 850-502-7879 for showing instructions. In Emerald Lakes This 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom residence offers a perfect blend of coastal luxury and modern comfort. Nestled in a peaceful neighborhood just minutes from the sugar-white sands and emerald waters of the Gulf, this home is ideal for both full-time living or as a vacation getaway.
  • Utilities Electric: Yes
  • Utilities:Public Sewer: Yes
  • Utilities:Public Water: Yes
  • Energy:AC - Central Elect: Yes
  • Energy:Heat Cntrl Electric: Yes
  • Rooms:Living Room: Yes
  • Rooms:Dining Room: Yes
  • Appliances Microwave: Yes
  • Energy:Ceiling Fans: Yes
  • Energy:Double Pane Windows: Yes
  • Energy:Insulated Doors: Yes
  • Utilities:Gas - Natural: Yes
  • Rooms:Screened Porch: Yes
  • Energy:Water Heater - Gas: Yes
  • Rooms:Family Room: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Furnished: Furnished - None
  • Appliances: Auto Garage Door Opn, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Oven Self Cleaning, Range Hood, Smoke Detector, Smooth Stovetop Rnge, Stove/Oven Electric, Wine Refrigerator, Water Heater - Gas
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplace Features: Fireplace Gas, Fireplace
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Floor Laminate, Floor Tile, Floor WW Carpet
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Crwn Molding, Ceiling Tray/Cofferd, Lighting Recessed, Newly Painted, Pull Down Stairs, Washer/Dryer Hookup
  • Window Features: Double Pane Windows
  • Interior:WasherDryer Hookup: Yes
  • Appliances:StoveOven Electric: Yes
  • Master Bedroom:First: Yes
  • Appliances Dishwasher: Yes
  • Appliances:Smoke Detector: Yes
  • Mstr BdrmMstr Bath:MBath Garden Tub: Yes
  • Mstr BdrmMstr Bath:MBath Separate Shwr: Yes
  • Interior:Floor Tile: Yes
  • Appliances:Oven Self Cleaning: Yes
  • Interior:Pull Down Stairs: Yes
  • Appliances:Range Hood: Yes
  • Appliances:Smooth Stovetop Rnge: Yes
  • Mstr BdrmMstr Bath:MBath Double Vanity: Yes
  • Interior:Ceiling Crwn Molding: Yes
  • Interior:Floor WW Carpet: Yes
  • Interior:Lighting Recessed: Yes
  • Interior:Newly Painted: Yes
  • Interior:Ceiling TrayCofferd: Yes
  • Appliances:Wine Refrigerator: Yes
  • Interior:Fireplace Gas: Yes
  • Interior:Floor Laminate: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Fencing: Fenced Privacy
  • Lot Features: Cul-De-Sac
  • Pool Features: Pool - In-Ground, Pool Type
  • Exterior Features: Fenced Back Yard, Lawn Pump, Sprinkler System
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio Enclosed, Porch Screened
  • Property Condition: Construction Complete
  • Construction Status:Construction Complete: Yes
  • Lot Features:Cul-De-Sac: Yes
  • Exterior:Lawn Pump: Yes
  • Exterior:Sprinkler System: Yes
  • Exterior:Fenced Back Yard: Yes
  • Exterior:Fenced Privacy: Yes
  • Exterior:Pool - In-Ground: Yes
  • Exterior:Porch Screened: Yes
  • ConstructionSiding:Roof TileSlate: Yes
  • Exterior:Fireplace2: Yes
  • Exterior:Patio Enclosed: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • General Property Info:Garage2: Yes
  • Parking Features:Garage Attached: Yes
  • Appliances:Auto Garage Door Opn: Yes

Utilities

  • Cooling: Ceiling Fans, Central Air
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Central
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Electric, Gas - Natural, Phone, Public Water

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: BBQ Pit/Grill, Gated Community, Tennis
  • Association #2 Fee: 375.0
  • Association Fee Frequency: Quarterly
  • Association: Yes

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • Parcel #: 00-2S-22-0980-000C-0360
  • Zoning: Resid Multi-Family

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 6086.06
  • Tax Year: 2024

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 12, 2025
Closed on
Nov 6, 2025
Sold by
Morris Jeff W
Bought by
Covington Joseph Patrick and Covington Lisa Chiles
Seller's Agent
Vicki Camp
Luxury Estates Realty Group LLC
Buyer's Agent
Stefan Camp
Luxury Estates Auction Company LLC
List Price
$669,000
Sold Price
$570,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$99,000
-14.8%
Views
118
Current Estimated Value
$587,402

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$17,402
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.93%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 25, 2022
Sold by
Kiernan Jr Gerard T
Bought by
Morris Jeff W

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$430,700
Interest Rate
5.54%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 13, 2005
Sold by
Randy Maples Construction Llc
Bought by
Kiernan Gerard T

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$399,000
Interest Rate
4.5%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 30, 2004
Sold by
Jenkins Tom H and Jenkins Shiri A
Bought by
Randy Maples Construction Llc

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 30, 2002
Sold by
Lamon J F
Bought by
Jenkins Tom H and Jenkins Shirl A

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 30, 2001
Sold by
Eld Inc
Bought by
Lamon J L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$42,750
Interest Rate
7.02%
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

--
Value Increase
--
Percent Increase
--
Adjusted for Inflation
Collateral Analytics

Collateral Analytics Collateral Analytics AVMs (Automated Valuation Model) employ a number of statistical approaches combined with neighborhood-specific comparable selection guarantees the most up-to-date and precise valuations.

Not Available

Collateral Analytics does not have data for the current month. Please view the chart for historical values.

ICE

ICE Mortgage Technology ICE Mortgage Technology’s AVM (Automated Valuation Model) is a state-of-the-art online residential property valuation tool that provides a quick and accurate estimate of the value of almost any home in the U.S.

Not Available

ICE Mortgage Technology does not have data for the current month. Please view the chart for historical values.

First American

First American First American Data & Analytics’ next-generation AVM combines unrivaled data assets with a blended ensemble of valuation models to produce highly accurate, reliable valuations you can trust.

Not Available

First American does not have data for the current month. Please view the chart for historical values.

Quantarium

Quantarium Quantarium’s valuation service, repeatedly proven the industry’s most accurate and comprehensive, is supercharged with a self-learning and auto-tuning AI engine that continually becomes smarter and more accurate as it processes daily inputs from the industry’s leading RE data lake.

Not Available

Quantarium does not have data for the current month. Please view the chart for historical values.

Average Value
Not Available
List Price
Sold Price
Create a Home Valuation Report for This Property
The Home Valuation Report is an in-depth analysis detailing your home's value as well as a comparison with similar homes in the area

Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area





Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $570,000 Beach Land And Title
Warranty Deed $543,000 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $529,000 --
Warranty Deed $150,000 --
Warranty Deed $51,000 --
Warranty Deed $47,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $430,700 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $399,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $42,750 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
11/06/2025 11/06/25 Sold $570,000 -12.2% $236 / Sq Ft
10/18/2025 10/18/25 Pending -- -- --
09/26/2025 09/26/25 Price Changed $649,000 -3.0% $269 / Sq Ft
09/12/2025 09/12/25 Price Changed $669,000 0.0% $277 / Sq Ft
09/12/2025 09/12/25 For Sale $669,000 -2.9% $277 / Sq Ft
07/16/2025 07/16/25 Off Market $689,000 -- --
06/11/2025 06/11/25 Price Changed $689,000 -1.6% $285 / Sq Ft
05/01/2025 05/01/25 Price Changed $699,900 -3.4% $290 / Sq Ft
04/01/2025 04/01/25 Price Changed $724,900 -2.0% $300 / Sq Ft
03/13/2025 03/13/25 Price Changed $739,900 -1.3% $306 / Sq Ft
11/25/2024 11/25/24 Price Changed $749,900 -3.6% $311 / Sq Ft
11/08/2024 11/08/24 For Sale $777,900 -- $322 / Sq Ft
Source: Emerald Coast Association of REALTORS®

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
2025 $5,836 $554,957 $86,657 $468,300
2024 $6,340 $602,023 $84,133 $517,890
2023 $6,225 $585,562 $78,628 $506,934
2022 $4,779 $492,555 $71,480 $421,075
2021 $3,975 $358,045 $61,951 $296,094
2020 $3,860 $344,756 $59,001 $285,755
2019 $3,859 $339,437 $59,001 $280,436
2018 $3,869 $335,673 $0 $0
2017 $3,746 $318,755 $0 $0
2016 $3,540 $312,124 $0 $0
2015 $3,499 $307,790 $0 $0
2014 $2,930 $239,946 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Section Image
  • Section Image
See All Agents

Map

Source: Emerald Coast Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 962731

Emerald Coast Association of REALTORS®

APN: 00-2S-22-0980-000C-0360

Your Personal Tour Guide

Ask me questions while you tour the home.