$655,000
$6K PRICE INCREASE

285 Tequesta Dr Destin, FL 32541

Destin Area

Estimated payment $3,803/month

Total Views 1,212
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,823 Sq Ft
$359 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Lake Front
  • Upgraded Media Wing
  • Gated Community
  • Destin Elementary School Rated A-
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Contemporary Architecture

About This Home

This lakefront home has recently been completely remodeled making it move in ready. This is a one story home located conveniently inside the gated community of the established neighborhood Emerald Lakes. The view of the community lake framed by the screened in lanai and the cathedral ceilings draw your eye straight through the home the moment you step inside. This home features an open split floor plan. The master suite has vaulted ceilings plus a sitting area with another view of the lake and access to the screened in lanai with true outdoor living space. The master suite bath area has a large 6 X 13 custom walk-in closet, designed by closets by design, with tailored built in storage making smart use of every inch of space. The main bathroom has a new quartz vanity with a soaking tub and a separate tiled walk in shower. This kitchen is a chefs dream and is anchored with a gas stove and oven which opens to the great room which has a gas fireplace as an architectural focal point. This home has a newer roof and also has Hurricane shutters for added peace of mind. This home also boasts a large circular paver driveway adding to its spectacular curb appeal.

Listing Agent

The Ketchersid Team

The Ketchersid Group LLC Listed on: 08/24/2026

The Ketchersid Group LLC

Co-Listing Agent

Jodi Ketchersid

The Ketchersid Group LLC License #3116313

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,270

Year Built

  • Built in 2002

Lot Details

  • 7,841 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 65x117x49x19x121
  • Lake Front
  • Property fronts a private road
  • Coastal Barrier Zone
  • Level Lot
  • Sprinkler System
  • Lawn Pump

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Newly Painted Property
  • Slab Foundation
  • Vinyl Trim
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 1,823 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Crown Molding
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • EPA Qualified Fireplace
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Great Room
  • Living Room
  • Breakfast Room
  • Dining Room
  • Upgraded Media Wing
  • Screened Porch
  • Lake Views
  • Pull Down Stairs to Attic

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Walk-In Pantry
  • Cooktop with Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Laminate
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Split Bedroom Floorplan
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Soaking Tub

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Home Security

  • Hurricane or Storm Shutters
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Outdoor Features

  • Outdoor Shower
  • Open Patio

Schools

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

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Gas Water Heater

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 00-2S-22-0980-000C-0140

Community Details

Overview

  • Emerald Lakes 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

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,270

Year Built

Built in 2002

Lot Details

7,841 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Detached Single Family
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.18
  • Lot Size: 65x117x49x19x121
  • Road Frontage Type: Private Road
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Co List Office Mls Id: EKET
  • Co List Office Phone: 850-344-9848
  • Subdivision Name: Emerald Lakes
  • Directions: Turn north off of U. S. Highway 98 onto. Tequesta Drive (by the Destin ER).
  • Architectural Style: Contemporary
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • New Construction: No
  • Building Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 2002
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Range Hood, Washer, Gas Water Heater
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: EPA Qualified Fireplace, Fireplace Gas
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Laminate, Tile
  • Interior Amenities: Breakfast Bar, Crown Molding, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Recessed Lighting, Newly Painted, Pantry, Pull Down Stairs, Split Bedroom, Upgraded Media Wing, Washer/Dryer Hookup
  • Window Features: Double Pane Windows, Window Treatments

Exterior Features

  • Lot Features: Covenants, Level, Restrictions, Storm Sewer, Within 1/2 Mile to Water
  • View: Lake
  • Waterfront Features: Lake Front
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Construction Type: Stucco, Trim Vinyl
  • Exterior Features: Hurricane Shutters, Lawn Pump, Outdoor Shower, Sprinkler System
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio Open, Porch Open, Porch Screened
  • Property Condition: Construction Complete, Renovated
  • Roof: Shingle

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, Garage
  • Total Parking Spaces: 6

Utilities

  • Security: Smoke Detector(s)
  • Cooling: Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Gas - Natural
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Gated, Short Term Rental - Not Allowed, Pavillion/Gazebo, Picnic Area, Playground, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Waterfront, Pets Allowed

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 7840.8
  • Parcel #: 00-2S-22-0980-000C-0140
  • Zoning: Resid Single Family
  • Lot Features Coastal Barrier Zone: Yes

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 2269.61
  • Tax Year: 2025

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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 $2,270 $253,384
2024 $2,769 $246,243
2023 $2,769 $297,596 $0 $0
2022 $2,704 $288,928 $0 $0
2021 $2,708 $280,513 $0 $0
2020 $2,688 $276,640 $0 $0
2019 $2,661 $270,420 $0 $0
2018 $2,641 $265,378 $0 $0
2017 $2,632 $259,920 $0 $0
2016 $2,561 $254,574 $0 $0
2015 $2,607 $251,332 $0 $0
2014 $2,239 $218,143 $0 $0
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Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
08/27/2026 08/27/26 Price Changed $655,000 +0.9% $359 / Sq Ft
08/24/2026 08/24/26 For Sale $649,000 +8.2% $356 / Sq Ft
03/15/2023 03/15/23 Sold $600,000 +0.2% $329 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
02/11/2023 02/11/23 Pending -- -- --
02/11/2023 02/11/23 For Sale $599,000 0.0% $329 / Sq Ft
03/23/2014 03/23/14 Rented -- -- --
03/19/2014 03/19/14 Under Contract -- -- --
01/30/2014 01/30/14 For Rent -- -- --
Source: Emerald Coast Association of REALTORS®

Source: Emerald Coast Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 1010427

Emerald Coast Association of REALTORS®

APN: 00-2S-22-0980-000C-0140

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