
265 Salt Box Ln Inlet Beach, FL 32413
Watersound NeighborhoodEstimated payment $15,553/month
Highlights
- Beach
- Fishing
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Bay Elementary School Rated A-
- Gated Community
- Beach House
About This Home
Experience refined coastal living at its finest, in this architecturally captivating cottage nestled within the prestigious gated enclave of WaterSound Beach. Just steps from the Gulf's sugar-white sands and emerald waters, this bespoke Salt Box Cottage blends timeless craftsmanship with high-end designer finishes across nearly 2,000 square feet of elevated living space.From the moment you step inside, you're greeted by dramatic 22-foot vaulted ceilings with exposed beams that define the grand living area, flooding the space with natural light and coastal elegance. Hardwood floors flow throughout the home, leading to a chef's kitchen outfitted with professional-grade stainless steel appliances, sleek quartz countertops, and custom cabinetry—a seamless blend of form and function. Each of the home's three luxurious bedroom suites offers its own ensuite bath, with the two main-level guest retreats featuring soaring 16-foot vaulted ceilings that enhance their serene, spa-like ambiance. The second floor hosts an additional expansive guest suite, while the third floor reveals a sunlit loftperfect for a private reading nook, media space, or post-beach retreat.Located less than 1,000 feet from the exclusive, membership-optional WaterSound Beach Club, this exceptional property places you at the heart of one of 30A's most coveted beachfront communities, with world-class amenities, private dune walkovers, and an unparalleled lifestyle of luxury and leisure.A rare opportunity to own a legacy property in WaterSoundwhere architectural beauty meets coastal sophistication.The gated WaterSound Beach community is located south of Scenic Highway 30A offering homeowners a rare sense of seclusion yet with easy access to area activities. Amenities include swimming pools, a puttering park, community green spaces, a state-of-the-art fitness center, and private boardwalks to one of the most beautiful mile stretches of coastline in the area. Whether you're seeking a luxurious private retreat or a potentially lucrative investment property, revel in the good life at this one-of-a-kind WaterSound Beach residence.
Listing Agent
Delawalla Group
Christies International Real Estate Emerald Coast
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $13,138
Year Built
- Built in 2006
Lot Details
- 5,663 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 38 x 112 x 58 x 118
HOA Fees
- $598 Monthly HOA Fees
Home Design
- Beach House
- Frame Construction
- Dimensional Roof
Interior Spaces
- 1,825 Sq Ft Home
- 3-Story Property
- Furnished
- Beamed Ceilings
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Ceiling Fan
- Recessed Lighting
- Gas Fireplace
- Window Treatments
- Living Room
- Dining Area
- Loft
- Screened Porch
Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Gas Oven or Range
- Range Hood
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen Island
Flooring
- Wood
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- Primary Bedroom on Main
- En-Suite Primary Bedroom
- 4 Full Bathrooms
- Shower Only
- Primary Bathroom includes a Walk-In Shower
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Parking
- Detached Garage
- Automatic Garage Door Opener
- Guest Parking
Outdoor Features
- Outdoor Shower
- Patio
Schools
- Dune Lakes Elementary School
- Emerald Coast Middle School
- South Walton High School
Utilities
- High Efficiency Air Conditioning
- Central Heating and Cooling System
- Electric Water Heater
- Phone Available
- Cable TV Available
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 20-3S-18-16013-000-0080
Community Details
Overview
- Association fees include internet service, land recreation, management, recreational faclty, security
- Watersound Beach Subdivision
- The community has rules related to covenants
Amenities
- Picnic Area
- Recreation Room
Recreation
- Beach
- Community Pool
- Fishing
Security
- Gated Community
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 | $12,354 | $1,615,207 | $740,520 | $874,687 |
2023 | $12,354 | $1,165,217 | $0 | $0 |
2022 | $11,901 | $1,607,280 | $821,977 | $785,303 |
2021 | $9,321 | $962,989 | $575,161 | $387,828 |
2020 | $8,652 | $866,746 | $478,363 | $388,383 |
2019 | $8,109 | $816,483 | $464,430 | $352,053 |
2018 | $8,608 | $863,318 | $0 | $0 |
2017 | $8,069 | $852,422 | $438,165 | $414,257 |
2016 | $7,607 | $812,906 | $0 | $0 |
2015 | $7,235 | $776,956 | $0 | $0 |
2014 | $6,298 | $636,956 | $0 | $0 |
Property History
Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
---|---|---|---|---|
05/01/2025 05/01/25 | For Sale | $2,500,000 | +96.1% | $1,370 / Sq Ft |
07/24/2020 07/24/20 | Sold | $1,275,000 | 0.0% | $668 / Sq Ft |
06/24/2020 06/24/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
06/04/2020 06/04/20 | For Sale | $1,275,000 | +32.1% | $668 / Sq Ft |
12/11/2019 12/11/19 | Off Market | $965,000 | -- | -- |
10/15/2019 10/15/19 | Sold | $1,050,000 | 0.0% | $550 / Sq Ft |
09/09/2019 09/09/19 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
07/12/2019 07/12/19 | For Sale | $1,050,000 | +8.8% | $550 / Sq Ft |
11/30/2018 11/30/18 | Sold | $965,000 | 0.0% | $529 / Sq Ft |
11/07/2018 11/07/18 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
10/26/2018 10/26/18 | For Sale | $965,000 | +4.3% | $529 / Sq Ft |
05/26/2017 05/26/17 | Sold | $925,000 | 0.0% | $507 / Sq Ft |
05/09/2017 05/09/17 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
03/03/2017 03/03/17 | For Sale | $925,000 | -- | $507 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
---|---|---|---|
Warranty Deed | $1,275,000 | Attorney | |
Warranty Deed | $1,050,000 | Attorney | |
Warranty Deed | $965,000 | Attorney | |
Warranty Deed | $925,000 | Attorney | |
Warranty Deed | $646,000 | Attorney | |
Special Warranty Deed | $1,225,000 | Residential Cmnty Title Co |
Mortgage History
Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
---|---|---|---|
Open | $940,000 | New Conventional | |
Closed | $940,000 | New Conventional | |
Previous Owner | $500,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
Previous Owner | $408,750 | New Conventional | |
Previous Owner | $416,800 | New Conventional | |
Previous Owner | $857,500 | Unknown |
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Source: Emerald Coast Association of REALTORS®
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