$668,000
SOLD DEC 18, 2025

280 Tequesta Dr Destin, FL 32541

4 Beds
3 Baths
2,392 Sq Ft
8,276 Sq Ft

Recently Sold

$279 Per Sq Ft

16% Below List Price

30 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Gated Community
  • Newly Painted Property
  • Destin Elementary School Rated A-
  • Maid or Guest Quarters
  • Freestanding Bathtub

About This Home

As of December 2025

Step into elegance & comfort in this beautifully updated Philip Oshea custom built 4-BR, 3-BA Home boasting soaring 10-13-ft ceilings & freshly painted interior. A grand formal living & dining rm set the stage for entertaining, while a spacious Great rm seamlessly connects to the casual dining area & newly remodeled kitchen—complete with quartz counters, GAS stove & large eating bar perfect for gatherings. The split floor plan ensures privacy w/ the master tucked away on its own side, featuring high ceilings & a gorgeous ensuite bathroom w/dual sinks, freestanding soaking tub, walk-in shower & huge walk-in closet. 2 add'l BRs share a full bath on the opposite wing, while the 4th BR w/ its ensuite bath offers an ideal setup for guests or multigenerational living. Enjoy peaceful morning on the large screened porch overlooking natural views, or envision your dream outdoor oasis in the spacious, private backyardwith plenty of room for a pool. With 4 year old Roof, HVAC, and gas tankless HWH heater, major upgrades are already taken care of ensuring affordable insurance & added peace of mind. Other features include newly cleaned tiled floors, laundry room, lots of storage, newly painted garage door & floor, 4 year old exterior paint, and sprinkler system on well w/new well pump. Located in the desirable Emerald Lakes subdivision, enjoy access to a community pool, tennis and pickle ball courts, playground, and picnic area with LOW $355/quarter HOA fees,all just moments from shopping, dining, and local conveniences. Luxury, functionality, and locationall wrapped into one exceptional property. Welcome home!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Karen Martineau

RE/MAX Coastal Properties License #3096846 Listed on: 10/18/2025

RE/MAX Coastal Properties

Last Buyer's Agent

Caleb Midgett

Scenic Sotheby's International Realty License #3125648

Scenic Sotheby's International Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 2000

Lot Details

  • 8,276 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 65x126
  • Property fronts a private road
  • Interior Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Sprinkler System
  • Lawn Pump

HOA Fees

  • $118 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Guest Parking

Home Design

  • Mediterranean Architecture
  • Newly Painted Property
  • Slab Foundation
  • Shingle Roof
  • Wood Trim
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 2,392 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Woodwork
  • Crown Molding
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Screened Porch

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Gas Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Painted or Stained Flooring
  • Laminate
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Split Bedroom Floorplan
  • Maid or Guest Quarters
  • In-Law or Guest Suite
  • 3 Full Bathrooms
  • Dual Vanity Sinks in Primary Bathroom
  • Freestanding Bathtub
  • Separate Shower in Primary Bathroom
  • Soaking Tub
  • Garden Bath

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Exterior Washer Dryer Hookup

Outdoor Features

  • Rain Gutters

Schools

  • Destin Elementary And Middle School
  • Fort Walton Beach High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Tankless Water Heater
  • Phone Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 00-2S-22-0980-000E-0010

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include management, master, recreational faclty, security
  • Emerald Lakes Ph 2 Subdivision
  • The community has rules related to covenants

Amenities

  • Picnic Area
  • Community Pavilion

Recreation

  • Tennis Courts
  • Community Playground
  • Community Pool

Security

  • Gated Community

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 2000

Lot Details

8,276 Sq Ft Lot

HOA Fees

$118 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Detached Single Family
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.19
  • Lot Size: 65x126
  • Road Frontage Type: Private Road
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Subdivision Name: EMERALD LAKES PH 2
  • Directions: Hwy 98 to Emerald lakes. Proceed down Tequesta and home will be on left after the traffic circle.
  • Architectural Style: Mediterranean
  • Carport Y N: No
  • New Construction: No
  • Building Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 2000
  • Remarks Misc:Remarks: Step into elegance & comfort in this beautifully updated Philip Oshea custom built 4-BR, 3-BA Home boasting soaring 10-13-ft ceilings & freshly painted interior. A grand formal living & dining rm set the stage for entertaining, while a spacious Great rm seamlessly connects to the casual dining area & newly remodeled kitchen—complete with quartz counters, GAS stove & large eating bar perfect for gatherings. The split floor plan ensures privacy w/ the master tucked away on its own side, featuring high ceilings & a gorgeous ensuite bathroom w/dual sinks, freestanding soaking tub, walk-in shower & huge walk-in closet. 2 add'l BRs share a full bath on the opposite wing, while the 4th BR w/ its ensuite bath offers an ideal setup for guests or multigenerational living. Enjoy peaceful morning
  • Utilities Electric: Yes
  • Utilities:Public Sewer: Yes
  • Utilities:Public Water: Yes
  • Appliances Refrigerators: Yes
  • Energy:AC - Central Elect: Yes
  • Rooms:Living Room: Yes
  • Rooms:Dining Room: Yes
  • Appliances Microwave: Yes
  • Energy:Ceiling Fans: Yes
  • Energy:Double Pane Windows: Yes
  • Rooms:Laundry2: Yes
  • Rooms:Dining Area: Yes
  • Energy:Water Heater - Tnkls: Yes
  • Utilities:Gas - Natural: Yes
  • Rooms:Screened Porch: Yes
  • Rooms:Family Room: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove/Oven Gas, Water Heater - Tnkls
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Flooring: Floor Laminate, Floor Vinyl
  • Interior Amenities: Breakfast Bar, Ceiling Crwn Molding, Ceiling Raised, Ceiling Vaulted, Guest Quarters, Newly Painted, Split Bedroom, Washer/Dryer Hookup, Woodwork Painted
  • Window Features: Window Treatmnt Some, Double Pane Windows
  • Interior:WasherDryer Hookup: Yes
  • Master Bedroom:First: Yes
  • Appliances Dishwasher: Yes
  • Mstr BdrmMstr Bath:MBath Garden Tub: Yes
  • Mstr BdrmMstr Bath:MBath Separate Shwr: Yes
  • Interior:Breakfast Bar: Yes
  • Interior:Floor Vinyl: Yes
  • Interior:Split Bedroom: Yes
  • Mstr BdrmMstr Bath:MBath Double Vanity: Yes
  • Interior:Ceiling Crwn Molding: Yes
  • Appliances:StoveOven Gas: Yes
  • Interior:Ceiling Vaulted: Yes
  • Interior:Newly Painted: Yes
  • Interior:Woodwork Painted: Yes
  • Interior:Floor Laminate: Yes
  • Interior:Guest Quarters2: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Lot Features: Covenants, Interior, Level, Within 1/2 Mile to Water
  • Pool Features: Pool Type
  • Construction Type: Stucco, Trim Wood
  • Exterior Features: Rain Gutter, Lawn Pump, Sprinkler System
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio Covered, Porch Screened
  • Property Condition: Renovated, Construction Complete
  • Lot Features:Level: Yes
  • Lot Features:Within 12 Mile to Water: Yes
  • Construction Status:Construction Complete: Yes
  • Lot Features:Interior: Yes
  • ConstructionSiding:Slab: Yes
  • Lot Features:Covenants: Yes
  • ConstructionSiding:Stucco: Yes
  • Exterior:Patio Covered: Yes
  • ConstructionSiding:Roof ShingleShake: Yes
  • Exterior:Lawn Pump: Yes
  • Exterior:Sprinkler System: Yes
  • Exterior:Porch Screened: Yes
  • ConstructionSiding:Trim Wood: Yes
  • Exterior:Rain Gutter: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Parking Features: Garage, Guest
  • General Property Info:Garage2: Yes
  • Parking Features:Garage Attached: Yes
  • Rooms:Garage5: Yes
  • Parking Features:Garage3: Yes
  • Parking Features:Guest: Yes

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Gated Community, Pavillion/Gazebo, Pets Allowed, Picnic Area, Playground, Pool, Tennis
  • Association #2 Fee: 355.0
  • Association Fee Frequency: Quarterly
  • Association: Yes

Association/Amenities

  • Fees Include:Master Association: Yes

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Management, Master Association, Recreational Faclty, Security

Schools

  • Elementary School: Destin
  • High School: Fort Walton Beach
  • Middle Or Junior School: Destin

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 8276.4
  • Parcel #: 00-2S-22-0980-000E-0010
  • Zoning: Resid Single Family

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 18, 2025
Closed on
Dec 18, 2025
Sold by
Shelton Keith A and Shelton Amy F
Bought by
Clifford Vincent Edward and Clifford Stephanie Maria
Seller's Agent
Karen Martineau
RE/MAX Coastal Properties
Buyer's Agent
Caleb Midgett
Scenic Sotheby's International Realty
List Price
$799,800
Sold Price
$668,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$131,800
-16.48%
Views
55

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
14.90%
Original Mortgage
$467,600
Outstanding Balance
$466,667
Interest Rate
6%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$217,292

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 3, 2000
Sold by
Oshea Kelly T and Oshea Phillip L
Bought by
Shelton Keith A and Shelton Amy F

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$204,000
Interest Rate
6.62%
Source: Public Records
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Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $668,000 Shoreline Title
Warranty Deed $255,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $467,600 New Conventional
Previous Owner $204,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
12/18/2025 12/18/25 Sold $668,000 -4.5% $279 / Sq Ft
11/17/2025 11/17/25 Pending -- -- --
11/12/2025 11/12/25 Price Changed $699,800 -11.4% $293 / Sq Ft
10/27/2025 10/27/25 Price Changed $789,800 -1.3% $330 / Sq Ft
10/18/2025 10/18/25 For Sale $799,800 -- $334 / 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 $2,861 $309,664 -- --
2024 $2,711 $300,937 -- --
2023 $2,711 $292,172 $0 $0
2022 $2,648 $283,662 $0 $0
2021 $2,651 $275,400 $0 $0
2020 $2,632 $271,598 $0 $0
2019 $2,605 $265,492 $0 $0
2018 $2,585 $260,542 $0 $0
2017 $2,576 $255,183 $0 $0
2016 $2,507 $249,934 $0 $0
2015 $2,570 $248,197 $0 $0
2014 $2,582 $246,227 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Emerald Coast Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 987828

Emerald Coast Association of REALTORS®

APN: 00-2S-22-0980-000E-0010

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