253 Salt Box Ln Inlet Beach, FL 32413
Watersound Neighborhood
2
Beds
3
Baths
1,526
Sq Ft
6,098
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Beach
- Deeded access to the beach
- Gated Community
- Bay Elementary School Rated A-
- Fishing
- Vaulted Ceiling
About This Home
As of March 2025Explore a wave-tossed dune beach shoreline, south of 30A, in the gated community of WaterSound Beach. Welcome to 253 Salt Box Lane, a charming coastal cottage tucked behind a classic white picket fence. This inviting home features two bedrooms, three bathrooms, and an additional loft space—which can easily be enclosed to create a third bedroom (see rendering in the photo gallery).
Step inside to discover a thoughtfully designed interior with soaring ceilings, wainscoting walls, and hardwood floors. The open-concept living, dining, and kitchen area is bathed in natural light, thanks to an abundance of windows offering picturesque views of the serene WaterSound landscape. The primary bedroom on the main level enhances the home's practical and comfortable design. A screened-in porch is the perfect retreat for early mornings or rainy beach days, seamlessly blending indoor and outdoor living.
Situated on a generous lot, this home boasts a lush backyard with a grassy lawn, a relaxing pergola, and dedicated parking. Ample space is available to possibly add a detached garage and a small pool, per seller. WaterSound Beach is a secluded, Gulf-side village boasting more than one mile of white-sand beach along scenic 30A, with majestic oak-lined streets. This community is renowned for its private beach access, stunning coastal dune lakes, rolling white sand dunes and extensive community amenities. Life in WaterSound is enriched with a dog park, a children's play park, a putt-putt course, two swimming pools, a fitness center, and a picnic pavilion. The neighborhood is further enhanced by numerous walking trails and golf cart access to the beach.
Furnishings and a golf cart are included, making this the perfect turn-key retreat.
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Last Buyer's Agent
Hilary Farnum
Legendary Realty Inc
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $10,642
Year Built
- Built in 2006
Lot Details
- 6,098 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 105x48x105x38
- Property fronts a private road
- Property is Fully Fenced
HOA Fees
- $522 Monthly HOA Fees
Home Design
- Beach House
- Composition Shingle Roof
- Cement Board or Planked
Interior Spaces
- 1,526 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Furnished
- Wainscoting
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Ceiling Fan
- Recessed Lighting
- Gas Fireplace
- Living Room
- Loft
- Screened Porch
- Wood Flooring
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Kitchen
- Electric Oven or Range
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- Ice Maker
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- Primary Bedroom on Main
- 3 Full Bathrooms
- Shower Only
- Primary Bathroom includes a Walk-In Shower
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Outdoor Features
- Outdoor Shower
- Deeded access to the beach
- Built-In Barbecue
Schools
- Dune Lakes Elementary School
- Emerald Coast Middle School
- South Walton High School
Utilities
- Central Air
- Tankless Water Heater
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 20-3S-18-16013-000-0060
Community Details
Overview
- Association fees include accounting, ground keeping, master, recreational faclty, security
- Watersound Beach Subdivision
- The community has rules related to covenants
Amenities
- Picnic Area
- Recreation Room
Recreation
- Beach
- Community Playground
- Community Pool
- Fishing
Security
- Gated Community
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Aug 6, 2024
Closed on
Mar 5, 2025
Sold by
Caldwell Scott and Scott And Erin Caldwell Living Trust
Bought by
Bissell Family Revocable Trust and Bissell
Seller's Agent
Stacey Wright
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Hilary Farnum
Legendary Realty Inc
List Price
$2,295,000
Sold Price
$1,910,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$385,000
-16.78%
Views
23
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
19.57%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 17, 2022
Sold by
Caldwell Scott M
Bought by
Scott And Erin Caldwell Living Trust
Purchase Details
Listed on
Sep 11, 2019
Closed on
Mar 16, 2020
Sold by
Sunbuddy On 30A Llc
Bought by
Caldwell Scott M and Caldwell Erin B
Seller's Agent
Joiner Group
Scenic Sotheby's International Realty
Buyer's Agent
Linda Miller
Sandi Nichols Associates Inc
List Price
$1,066,700
Sold Price
$1,066,700
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
12.85%
Original Mortgage
$816,000
Interest Rate
3.4%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Listed on
Aug 11, 2017
Closed on
Sep 29, 2017
Sold by
Watersound Cottage Llc
Bought by
Sunbuddy On 30A Llc
Seller's Agent
Joan Luchese
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices
Buyer's Agent
Joiner Group
Scenic Sotheby's International Realty
List Price
$857,000
Sold Price
$857,000
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.31%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 29, 2007
Sold by
St Joe Home Building Lp
Bought by
Watersound Cottage Llc
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $1,910,000 | Upward Title & Closing Agency | |
| Warranty Deed | $1,910,000 | Upward Title & Closing Agency | |
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | Evans Petree Pc | |
| Warranty Deed | $1,066,700 | Rodgers Kiefer Title | |
| Warranty Deed | $857,000 | Shoreline Title Llc | |
| Special Warranty Deed | $720,000 | Residential Cmnty Title Co |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $805,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $816,000 | New Conventional |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/16/2025 06/16/25 | Price Changed | $1,995,000 | -2.7% | $1,307 / Sq Ft |
| 05/05/2025 05/05/25 | Price Changed | $2,050,000 | -4.7% | $1,343 / Sq Ft |
| 04/05/2025 04/05/25 | For Sale | $2,150,000 | +12.6% | $1,409 / Sq Ft |
| 03/06/2025 03/06/25 | Sold | $1,910,000 | -4.3% | $1,252 / Sq Ft |
| 02/08/2025 02/08/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 01/16/2025 01/16/25 | Price Changed | $1,995,000 | +99749900.0% | $1,307 / Sq Ft |
| 01/16/2025 01/16/25 | Price Changed | $2 | -100.0% | $0 / Sq Ft |
| 10/15/2024 10/15/24 | Price Changed | $2,199,000 | -4.2% | $1,441 / Sq Ft |
| 08/05/2024 08/05/24 | For Sale | $2,295,000 | +115.1% | $1,504 / Sq Ft |
| 03/16/2020 03/16/20 | Sold | $1,066,700 | 0.0% | $699 / Sq Ft |
| 01/22/2020 01/22/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 09/11/2019 09/11/19 | For Sale | $1,066,700 | +24.5% | $699 / Sq Ft |
| 09/29/2017 09/29/17 | Sold | $857,000 | 0.0% | $534 / Sq Ft |
| 08/18/2017 08/18/17 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 08/11/2017 08/11/17 | For Sale | $857,000 | -- | $534 / Sq Ft |
Source: Emerald Coast Association of REALTORS®
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $10,642 | $1,311,857 | $740,520 | $571,337 |
| 2023 | $10,642 | $1,077,855 | $0 | $0 |
| 2022 | $10,477 | $1,346,868 | $821,977 | $524,891 |
| 2021 | $8,623 | $890,789 | $575,161 | $315,628 |
| 2020 | $7,930 | $794,446 | $478,363 | $316,083 |
| 2019 | $7,458 | $750,962 | $464,430 | $286,532 |
| 2018 | $7,842 | $786,482 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $7,200 | $775,235 | $438,165 | $337,070 |
| 2016 | $6,774 | $735,961 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $6,440 | $701,835 | $0 | $0 |
| 2014 | $5,528 | $561,835 | $0 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Hilary Farnum-Fasth
Seller's Agent in 2025
Hilary Farnum-Fasth
Corcoran Reverie SRB
(850) 685-0171
3 in this area
80 Total Sales
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Stacey Wright
S
Seller's Agent in 2025
Stacey Wright
Compass
(832) 289-9949
1 in this area
4 Total Sales
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Buyer's Agent in 2025
Hilary Farnum
Legendary Realty Inc
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Buyer's Agent in 2025
Hilary Fasth
Beachy Beach 30A Real Estate
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Buyer's Agent in 2025
ecn.rets.brokerage.e1345
ecn.rets.RETS_OFFICE
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Joiner Group
J
Seller's Agent in 2020
Joiner Group
Scenic Sotheby's International Realty
(850) 502-6044
5 in this area
136 Total Sales
Map
Source: Emerald Coast Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 956139
APN: 20-3S-18-16013-000-0060
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