$1,680,000
SOLD OCT 21, 2025

4535 Luke Ave Destin, FL 32541

6 Beds
6.5 Baths
3,297 Sq Ft
7,841 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$510 Per Sq Ft

12% Below List Price

143 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Gunite Pool
  • Beach House
  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Destin Elementary School Rated A-
  • Main Floor Primary Bedroom
  • Walk-In Pantry

About This Home

As of October 2025

Welcome to your slice of paradise in sought-after Crystal Beach, Destin. This 6-bedroom, 5.5-bathroom coastal retreat sleeps up to 20 people. Has huge investment potential—just 2 blocks from the pristine Gulf!!!
From the moment you arrive, you'll appreciate the ample parking and striking curb appeal. Step inside to a bright, open layout ideal for large families or vacation groups. The spacious kitchen, multiple gathering areas, and private bedroom suites provide both luxury and functionality.
Outside, escape to your backyard oasis featuring a heated private pool surrounded by lush tropical landscaping—perfect for relaxing after a beach day or entertaining under the stars. No HOA

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Edwina Bludworth

Ocean Reef Realty Inc License #664437 Listed on: 04/22/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

Olivia Sanchez

Think Real Estate License #3541176

Think Real Estate

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $16,500

Year Built

  • Built in 2014

Lot Details

  • 7,841 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 50 x 154
  • Back Yard Fenced
  • Level Lot
  • Sprinkler System
  • Property is zoned City, Resid Single Family

Home Design

  • Beach House
  • Slab Foundation
  • Metal Roof
  • Cement Board or Planked

Interior Spaces

  • 3,297 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Window Treatments
  • Living Room
  • Dining Area
  • Tile Flooring

Kitchen

  • Walk-In Pantry
  • Self-Cleaning Oven
  • Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 6 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom on Main
  • Shower Only

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Pool

  • Gunite Pool
  • Outdoor Shower

Outdoor Features

  • Covered Patio or Porch

Schools

  • Destin Elementary And Middle School
  • Destin High School

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • Crystal Beach Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 00-2S-22-0580-0033-0030

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$16,500

Year Built

Built in 2014

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Detached Single Family
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.18
  • Lot Size: 50 x 154
  • Road Frontage Type: City Street
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Subdivision Name: CRYSTAL BEACH
  • Directions: From Hwy 98, South on Crystal Beach Drive, left on Luke, home is on the left
  • Architectural Style: Beach House
  • Carport Y N: No
  • New Construction: No
  • Building Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 2014
  • Remarks Misc:Remarks: Welcome to your slice of paradise in sought-after Crystal Beach, Destin. This 6-bedroom, 5.5-bathroom coastal retreat sleeps up to 20 people. Has huge investment potential—just 2 blocks from the pristine Gulf!!! From the moment you arrive, you'll appreciate the ample parking and striking curb appeal. Step inside to a bright, open layout ideal for large families or vacation groups. The spacious kitchen, multiple gathering areas, and private bedroom suites provide both luxury and functionality. Outside, escape to your backyard oasis featuring a heated private pool surrounded by lush tropical landscaping—perfect for relaxing after a beach day or entertaining under the stars. No HOA
  • Utilities:Public Sewer: Yes
  • Utilities:Public Water: Yes
  • Appliances Dryer: Yes
  • Energy:AC - Central Elect: Yes
  • Energy:Heat Cntrl Electric: Yes
  • Rooms:Living Room: Yes
  • Appliances Microwave: Yes
  • Washers: Yes
  • Rooms:Covered Porch: Yes
  • Rooms:Dining Area: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Oven Self Cleaning, Range Hood, Refrigerator W/IceMk, Washer
  • Full Bathrooms: 6
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 6
  • Flooring: Floor Tile
  • Interior Amenities: Kitchen Island, Owner's Closet, Pantry, Washer/Dryer Hookup
  • Window Features: Window Treatment All
  • Interior:WasherDryer Hookup: Yes
  • Master Bedroom:First: Yes
  • Appliances Dishwasher: Yes
  • Interior:Floor Tile: Yes
  • Appliances:Oven Self Cleaning: Yes
  • Appliances:Refrigerator WIceMk: Yes
  • Appliances:Range Hood: Yes
  • Interior:Window Treatment All: Yes
  • Interior:Kitchen Island: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Lot Features: Level, Within 1/2 Mile to Water
  • Pool Features: Pool - Heated, Pool Type
  • Construction Type: Siding CmntFbrHrdBrd
  • Exterior Features: Fenced Back Yard, Pool - Gunite Concrt, Shower, Sprinkler System
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio Covered
  • Property Condition: Construction Complete
  • Lot Features:Level: Yes
  • Lot Features:Within 12 Mile to Water: Yes
  • Construction Status:Construction Complete: Yes
  • ConstructionSiding:Slab: Yes
  • ConstructionSiding:Roof Metal: Yes
  • Exterior:Patio Covered: Yes
  • ConstructionSiding:Siding CmntFbrHrdBrd: Yes
  • Exterior:Pool - Heated: Yes
  • Exterior:Shower: Yes
  • Exterior:Sprinkler System: Yes
  • Exterior:Fenced Back Yard: Yes
  • Exterior:Pool - Gunite Concrt: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • General Property Info:Garage2: No

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Central
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Public Water, TV Cable
  • Utility: Yes

Schools

  • Elementary School: Destin
  • High School: Destin
  • Middle Or Junior School: Destin

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 7840.8
  • Parcel #: 00-2S-22-0580-0033-0030
  • Zoning: City, Resid Single Family

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 16500.0
  • Tax Year: 2023

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 22, 2025
Closed on
Oct 20, 2025
Sold by
Straight Rows Llc
Bought by
Albert R Smith Irrevocable Trust and Smith
Seller's Agent
Edwina Bludworth
Ocean Reef Realty Inc
Buyer's Agent
Olivia Sanchez
Think Real Estate
List Price
$1,900,000
Sold Price
$1,680,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$220,000
-11.58%
Views
63

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
13.06%

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 13, 2021
Closed on
Jun 7, 2021
Sold by
Bander Robert B and Bander Mary F
Bought by
Straight Rows Llc
Seller's Agent
James Bagby
The Premier Property Group Seacrest Office
Buyer's Agent
Edwina Bludworth
Ocean Reef Realty Inc
List Price
$1,750,000
Sold Price
$1,750,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-0.93%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 8, 2014
Closed on
Feb 5, 2015
Sold by
Meyer Frederick Scott
Bought by
Bauder Robert B and Bauder Mary F
Seller's Agent
Chris Abbott Group
Scenic Sotheby's International Realty
Buyer's Agent
Charles Parish
RE/MAX By the Sea
List Price
$720,000
Sold Price
$720,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
15.04%
Original Mortgage
$540,000
Interest Rate
3.9%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 6, 2014
Sold by
Meyer Frederick Scott
Bought by
Summerwind Iii Llc

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 6, 2013
Closed on
Oct 15, 2013
Sold by
Fannie Mae
Bought by
Meyer Frederick Scott
Seller's Agent
Michael Kelly
Keller Williams Realty Destin
Buyer's Agent
Chris Abbott Group
Scenic Sotheby's International Realty
List Price
$270,500
Sold Price
$270,500

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
16.36%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 8, 2013
Sold by
Hernandez Jesse
Bought by
Federal National Mortgage Association

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 1, 2007
Sold by
Hernandez Jesse and Hernandez Hector
Bought by
Hernandez Jesse

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 28, 2007
Sold by
Hernandez Hector and Hernandez Gricel
Bought by
Hernandez Jesse and Hernandez Hector
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $1,680,000 Florida Open Title
Warranty Deed $1,750,000 Nautilus Title & Escrow
Warranty Deed $720,000 Attorney
Warranty Deed $625,000 Attorney
Special Warranty Deed $270,500 Title & Abstract Agency Of A
Trustee Deed $170,000 None Available
Quit Claim Deed $100,000 Attorney
Interfamily Deed Transfer $27,000 Highland Title Company Llc
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $540,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
10/21/2025 10/21/25 Sold $1,680,000 -6.6% $510 / Sq Ft
09/12/2025 09/12/25 Pending -- -- --
08/26/2025 08/26/25 Price Changed $1,799,000 -5.3% $546 / Sq Ft
04/22/2025 04/22/25 For Sale $1,900,000 +8.6% $576 / Sq Ft
06/08/2021 06/08/21 Sold $1,750,000 0.0% $531 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
05/17/2021 05/17/21 Pending -- -- --
05/13/2021 05/13/21 For Sale $1,750,000 +143.1% $531 / Sq Ft
02/05/2015 02/05/15 Sold $720,000 0.0% $227 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
12/27/2014 12/27/14 Pending -- -- --
09/08/2014 09/08/14 For Sale $720,000 +166.2% $227 / Sq Ft
10/15/2013 10/15/13 Sold $270,500 0.0% $210 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
08/30/2013 08/30/13 Pending -- -- --
08/06/2013 08/06/13 For Sale $270,500 -- $210 / Sq Ft
Source: Emerald Coast Association of REALTORS®

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

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 $18,547 $1,717,895 $439,832 $1,278,063
2023 $18,547 $1,660,647 $411,058 $1,249,589
2022 $16,006 $1,328,177 $373,689 $954,488
2021 $11,365 $1,011,420 $257,040 $754,380
2020 $9,405 $751,707 $244,800 $506,907
2019 $9,059 $719,053 $244,800 $474,253
2018 $8,283 $645,066 $0 $0
2017 $7,832 $599,274 $0 $0
2016 $7,229 $556,530 $0 $0
2015 $6,689 $504,945 $0 $0
2014 $1,635 $121,900 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Emerald Coast Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 974516

Emerald Coast Association of REALTORS®

APN: 00-2S-22-0580-0033-0030