Julie Smith
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Christies International Real Estate Emerald Coast
(828) 457-7688
36 Total Sales
1 in Miramar Beach
$385,000 Price
261 Sandy Cay Dr Miramar Beach, FL 32550
Miramar Beach AreaEstimated Value: $894,000 - $1,084,000
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,869
Sq Ft
$513/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Beach
- Deeded access to the beach
- Primary Bedroom Suite
- Van R. Butler Elementary School Rated A-
- Screened Pool
- Gated Community
About This Home
As of June 2026Welcome to your private Florida residence in the highly desirable gated community of Paradise Retreat! This stunning 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom pool home offers the perfect blend of comfort, elegance & resort-style living. Ideally located in Miramar Beach, enjoy private deeded beach access just 2 blocks away, along w/ convenient access to shopping, dining, entertainment, military bases & highly rated schools! This beautifully maintained single-story, all-brick home features an open-concept floor plan w/ soaring cathedral ceilings, tile flooring throughout, plantation shutters, recessed lighting, decorative plant ledges & ceiling fans. The spacious kitchen is designed for both everyday living & entertaining, complete w/ stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, a center island, pantry & multiple dining areas. Step outside & enjoy your own private oasis. The huge screened-in lanai surrounds a heated, jetted in-ground pool w/ a water feature, providing year-round enjoyment & the perfect setting for relaxing or entertaining. Additional outdoor amenities include an outdoor shower, an extra-long driveway & a two-car garage w/ an automatic opener. The spacious primary suite offers a walk-in closet, double vanity sinks & a walk-in shower, creating a comfortable sanctuary at the end of the day. This home is available furnished or unfurnished to suit your needs. Lawn care & pool service are included in the rent for added convenience. Pets will be considered upon approval w/ an additional pet fee. Flexible lease terms available, please contact the listing agent for more details. Don't miss this rare opportunity to enjoy luxury beachside living in one of Miramar Beach's most sought-after gated communities. *RECAP OF WHATS SPECIAL*
HEATED POOL
SCREENED/COVERED LANAI
PRIVATE BEACH ACCESS
GATED COMMUNITY
PETS ALLOWED
GREAT PUBLIC SCHOOLS
FURNISHED OR UNFURNISHED
Last Agent to Rent the Property
Dream Team Realty of NW Florida LLC License #3150466 Listed on: 02/12/2026
Last Renter's Agent
Dream Team Realty of NW Florida LLC License #3150466 Listed on: 02/12/2026
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Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 2004
Lot Details
- 7,841 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 142x50x148x38
- Interior Lot
- Level Lot
- Sprinkler System
- Lawn Pump
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Oversized Parking
- Automatic Garage Door Opener
- Guest Parking
Home Design
- Contemporary Architecture
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Dimensional Roof
- Vinyl Trim
Interior Spaces
- 1,869 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Furnished
- Shelving
- Woodwork
- Cathedral Ceiling
- Ceiling Fan
- Recessed Lighting
- Double Pane Windows
- Plantation Shutters
- Living Room
- Breakfast Room
- Dining Room
- Utility Room
- Pull Down Stairs to Attic
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Walk-In Pantry
- Electric Oven or Range
- Self-Cleaning Oven
- Induction Cooktop
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen Island
- Disposal
Flooring
- Painted or Stained Flooring
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- Primary Bedroom Suite
- Split Bedroom Floorplan
- 2 Full Bathrooms
- Dual Vanity Sinks in Primary Bathroom
- Shower
- Primary Bathroom includes a Walk-In Shower
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Pool
- Screened Pool
- Heated In Ground Pool
- Gunite Pool
- Outdoor Shower
Outdoor Features
- Deeded access to the beach
- Enclosed Patio or Porch
Schools
- Van R Butler Elementary School
- Emerald Coast Middle School
- South Walton High School
Utilities
- Central Heating and Cooling System
- Electric Water Heater
Listing and Financial Details
- Short Term Rentals Allowed
- 12 Month Lease Term
- Assessor Parcel Number 30-2S-21-42790-00B-0160
Community Details
Overview
- Paradise Retreat Subdivision
- The community has rules related to covenants
Recreation
- Beach
Security
- Gated Community
Ownership History
We collect this data history from publicly available records. To have your information removed, we recommend requesting removal directly through your county’s website.
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 16, 2021
Closed on
Jul 2, 2021
Sold by
Lee Tony
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Dianne Palmer
Destin Resort Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Amanda Gaskin
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$725,000
Sold Price
$725,000
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$233,573
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.53%
Original Mortgage
$543,750
Outstanding Balance
$482,542
Interest Rate
2.9%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$476,031
Purchase Details
Listed on
Nov 29, 2016
Closed on
Jan 18, 2017
Sold by
Jaye Raymond D and Jaye Nancy J
Bought by
Lee Tony
Seller's Agent
William Flynn
Berkshire Hathaway Home Services PenFed Realty
Buyer's Agent
Dianne Palmer
RE/MAX Southern Realty
List Price
$399,051
Sold Price
$399,051
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
14.36%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 14, 2011
Sold by
Tibbetts Richard K
Bought by
Jaye Raymond D and Jaye Nancy J
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$246,500
Interest Rate
4.02%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 15, 2008
Sold by
Reed Gayland H and Reed Delores S
Bought by
Tibbetts Richard K
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 30, 2004
Sold by
Adams Homes Of Northwest Florida Inc
Bought by
Reed Gayland H and Reed Delores S
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$206,666
Interest Rate
4.87%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Agents Specializing in Miramar Beach, FL
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Julie Smith
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Yeska Sand
Yeska Sand
Ruckel Properties Inc
(850) 735-7746
73 Total Sales
1 in Miramar Beach
$560,000 Price
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Yeidy Mundo
Yeidy Mundo
Compass Florida, LLC
(850) 876-3244
19 Total Sales
5 in Miramar Beach
$850K - $2.3M Price Range
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Jennifer Hatcher
Jennifer Hatcher
Christies International Real Estate Emerald Coast
(850) 403-3438
5 Total Sales
1 in Miramar Beach
$790,000 Price
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Debbie Fraser
Debbie Fraser
RE/MAX by the Sea
(850) 876-5535
13 Total Sales
2 in Miramar Beach
$415K - $550K Price Range
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Robert Bonhardt
Robert Bonhardt
Keller Williams Realty Destin
(850) 754-6426
4 Total Sales
1 in Miramar Beach
$260,000 Price
Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $725,000 | None Listed On Document | ||
| Lee Tony | $399,100 | Attorney | |
| Jaye Raymond D | $290,000 | Mcneese Title Llc | |
| Tibbetts Richard K | $299,000 | Dowd Title Group Llc | |
| Reed Gayland H | $221,400 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $543,750 | ||
| Previous Owner | Jaye Raymond D | $246,500 | |
| Previous Owner | Reed Gayland H | $235,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Reed Gayland H | $206,666 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/29/2026 06/29/26 | Rented | $4,600 | 0.0% | -- | |
| 06/23/2026 06/23/26 | Price Changed | $4,600 | -5.2% | $2 / Sq Ft | |
| 04/20/2026 04/20/26 | Price Changed | $4,850 | -2.0% | $3 / Sq Ft | |
| 03/17/2026 03/17/26 | Price Changed | $4,950 | -4.8% | $3 / Sq Ft | |
| 02/12/2026 02/12/26 | For Rent | $5,200 | 0.0% | -- | |
| 04/28/2025 04/28/25 | Rented | $5,200 | 0.0% | -- | |
| 04/18/2025 04/18/25 | For Rent | $5,200 | 0.0% | -- | |
| 07/02/2021 07/02/21 | Sold | $725,000 | 0.0% | $388 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 05/28/2021 05/28/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 05/16/2021 05/16/21 | For Sale | $725,000 | +81.7% | $388 / Sq Ft | |
| 01/18/2017 01/18/17 | Sold | $399,051 | 0.0% | $219 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 12/02/2016 12/02/16 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 11/29/2016 11/29/16 | For Sale | $399,051 | -- | $219 / Sq Ft |
Source: Emerald Coast Association of REALTORS®
Tax History
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| 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 | $6,906 | $764,317 | $125,000 | $639,317 |
| 2024 | $7,711 | $778,029 | $125,000 | $653,029 |
| 2023 | $7,711 | $840,028 | $0 | $0 |
| 2022 | $7,077 | $763,662 | $45,898 | $717,764 |
| 2021 | $3,605 | $397,974 | $40,144 | $357,830 |
| 2020 | $3,153 | $315,898 | $36,727 | $279,171 |
| 2019 | $3,130 | $315,214 | $35,314 | $279,900 |
| 2018 | $3,089 | $309,811 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $2,814 | $283,934 | $32,967 | $250,967 |
| 2016 | $2,406 | $277,491 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $2,750 | $272,336 | $0 | $0 |
| 2014 | $2,657 | $269,643 | $0 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Jennifer Vo
Landlord's Agent in 2026
Jennifer Vo
Dream Team Realty of NW Florida LLC
(850) 226-7201
45 Total Sales
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Johnny Vo
JV
Landlord's Co-Listing Agent in 2026
Johnny Vo
Dream Team Realty of NW Florida LLC
(850) 499-8076
23 Total Sales
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Dianne Palmer
DP
Seller's Agent in 2021
Dianne Palmer
Destin Resort Real Estate
(850) 830-7337
6 Total Sales
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Buyer's Agent in 2021
Amanda Gaskin
Coldwell Banker Realty
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Buyer's Agent in 2021
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William Flynn
Seller's Agent in 2017
William Flynn
Berkshire Hathaway Home Services PenFed Realty
(850) 267-0013
57 Total Sales
Map
Source: Emerald Coast Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 974304
APN: 30-2S-21-42790-00B-0160
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