$1,590,000
SOLD JUN 30, 2025

4657 Destiny Way Destin, FL 32541

4 Beds
3.5 Baths
2,946 Sq Ft
7,841 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$540 Per Sq Ft

16% Below List Price

99 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deeded access to the beach
  • Fishing
  • Gated Community
  • Destin Elementary School Rated A-
  • Gulf View
  • 5-minute walk to James Lee Park

About This Home

As of June 2025

Welcome to the prestigious gated community of Destiny Way located across the street from the white sandy beaches of the Gulf of America and near Four Prong Lake. Public beach access is directly across the street, making this an unbeatable coastal retreat and also a previous Parade of Homes winner. Custom double front doors and stately pillars, open to a beautiful foyer with a grand spiral staircase that leads to the open concept main living, dining and kitchen on the second floor. Inside you will find coastal-inspired modern furnishings and newly-painted and renovated interiors. The kitchen features new granite countertops, a breakfast bar, and a tiled backsplash. Enjoy the breathtaking views of the Gulf of America from one of the two balconies offered on the second floor. The first floor has travertine floors throughout and offers 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms with access to a private patio and large backyard fenced in with room for a pool. The primary bedroom is located on the entire third floor. It also has a private balcony with amazing views of the Gulf, a sitting area, large bathroom with dual sinks, walk-in shower, separate soaking tub and walk-in closet. This home is well maintained and move in ready! Don't forget, the gated community of Destiny has amenities too! Inclusive of a swimming pool, jacuzzi, fitness center, tennis courts, club house and is golf cart friendly! Home to be sold furnished and short-term rentals are permitted.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Lauren Wall

EXP Realty LLC License #3560744 Listed on: 03/06/2025

EXP Realty LLC

Last Buyer's Agent

Troy Sheldon

Prudential Anchors Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1998

Lot Details

  • 7,841 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 65.5x128.08
  • Cul-De-Sac
  • Back Yard Fenced
  • Sprinkler System

HOA Fees

  • $279 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Automatic Garage Door Opener

Property Views

  • Gulf
  • Lake

Home Design

  • Beach House
  • Newly Painted Property
  • Exterior Columns
  • Slate Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 2,946 Sq Ft Home
  • 3-Story Property
  • Central Vacuum
  • Partially Furnished
  • Woodwork
  • Crown Molding
  • Coffered Ceiling
  • Tray Ceiling
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Plantation Shutters
  • Great Room
  • Dining Room

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Walk-In Pantry
  • Electric Oven or Range
  • Self-Cleaning Oven
  • Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Painted or Stained Flooring
  • Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Marble
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • Dressing Area
  • Dual Vanity Sinks in Primary Bathroom
  • Shower Only in Primary Bathroom

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Home Security

  • Home Security System
  • Fire and Smoke Detector
  • Fire Sprinkler System

Outdoor Features

  • Outdoor Shower
  • Deeded access to the beach
  • Balcony
  • Deck
  • Covered Patio or Porch

Schools

  • Destin Elementary And Middle School
  • Destin High School

Utilities

  • Multiple cooling system units
  • Central Heating
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Gas Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 00-2S-22-0400-0000-0250

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include accounting, ground keeping, management, recreational faclty
  • Destiny S/D Subdivision

Amenities

  • Picnic Area
  • Community Pavilion
  • Recreation Room

Recreation

  • Tennis Courts
  • Community Playground
  • Community Pool
  • Fishing

Security

  • Gated Community

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1998

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$279 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Detached Single Family
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.18
  • Lot Size: 65.5X128.08
  • Subdivision Name: DESTINY S/D
  • Directions: Scenic Highway 98 to Destiny Way gate, across from public beach access. and Crab Trap. Take first right inside the gate and around to the to Cul-de-sac.
  • Architectural Style: Beach House
  • Carport Y N: No
  • New Construction: No
  • Building Stories: 3
  • Year Built: 1998
  • Remarks Misc:Remarks: Welcome to the prestigious gated community of Destiny Way located across the street from the white sandy beaches of the Gulf of America and near Four Prong Lake. Public beach access is directly across the street, making this an unbeatable coastal retreat and also a previous Parade of Homes winner. Custom double front doors and stately pillars, open to a beautiful foyer with a grand spiral staircase that leads to the open concept main living, dining and kitchen on the second floor. Inside you will find coastal-inspired modern furnishings and newly-painted and renovated interiors. The kitchen features new granite countertops, a breakfast bar, and a tiled backsplash. Enjoy the breathtaking views of the Gulf of America from one of the two balconies offered on the second floor.
  • Utilities Electric: Yes
  • Utilities:Public Sewer: Yes
  • Utilities:Public Water: Yes
  • Appliances Dryer: Yes
  • Waterview:Gulf2: Yes
  • Rooms:Dining Room: Yes
  • Appliances Microwave: Yes
  • Washers: Yes
  • Energy:Ceiling Fans: Yes
  • Energy:Double Pane Windows: Yes
  • Energy:AC - 2 or More: Yes
  • Waterview:Lake2: Yes
  • Utilities:Gas - Natural: Yes
  • Rooms:Great Room: Yes
  • Energy:Heat Cntrl Gas: Yes
  • Energy:Water Heater - Gas: Yes
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Stories: 3

Interior Features

  • Furnished: Furnished - Some
  • Appliances: Auto Garage Door Opn, Central Vacuum, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Ice Machine, Microwave, Oven Self Cleaning, Refrigerator W/IceMk, Security System, Smoke Detector, Stove/Oven Electric, Washer, Water Heater - Gas
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Flooring: Floor Hardwood, Floor Marble, Floor Tile, Floor WW Carpet
  • Interior Amenities: Breakfast Bar, Ceiling Crwn Molding, Ceiling Raised, Ceiling Tray/Cofferd, Lighting Recessed, Newly Painted, Pantry, Washer/Dryer Hookup, Woodwork Painted
  • Window Features: Plantation Shutters, Window Treatment All, Double Pane Windows
  • Interior:WasherDryer Hookup: Yes
  • Appliances:Cooktop: Yes
  • Appliances:StoveOven Electric: Yes
  • Appliances Dishwasher: Yes
  • Appliances:Fire AlarmSprinkler: Yes
  • Appliances:Ice Machine: Yes
  • Appliances:Smoke Detector: Yes
  • Mstr BdrmMstr Bath:MBath Separate Shwr: Yes
  • Interior:Breakfast Bar: Yes
  • Interior:Floor Hardwood: Yes
  • Interior:Floor Tile: Yes
  • Appliances:Oven Self Cleaning: Yes
  • Appliances:Refrigerator WIceMk: Yes
  • Mstr BdrmMstr Bath:MBath Double Vanity: Yes
  • Interior:Ceiling Crwn Molding: Yes
  • Interior:Floor WW Carpet: Yes
  • Interior:Lighting Recessed: Yes
  • Interior:Window Treatment All: Yes
  • Interior:Newly Painted: Yes
  • Interior:Woodwork Painted: Yes
  • Appliances:Security System: Yes
  • Mstr BdrmMstr Bath:MBath Dressing Area: Yes
  • Interior:Ceiling TrayCofferd: Yes
  • Interior:Plantation Shutters: Yes
  • Interior:Floor Marble: Yes
  • Appliances:Central Vacuum: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Lot Features: Cul-De-Sac, Within 1/2 Mile to Water
  • Pool Features: Pool Type
  • View: Lake, Gulf
  • Construction Type: Stucco
  • Exterior Features: Balcony, Columns, Fenced Back Yard, Shower, Sprinkler System
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck Open, Patio Covered, Patio Open
  • Property Condition: Renovated, Construction Complete
  • Lot Features:Within 12 Mile to Water: Yes
  • Construction Status:Construction Complete: Yes
  • Lot Features:Cul-De-Sac: Yes
  • ConstructionSiding:Stucco: Yes
  • Exterior:Balcony: Yes
  • Exterior:Patio Open: Yes
  • Exterior:Patio Covered: Yes
  • Exterior:Deck Open: Yes
  • Exterior:Shower: Yes
  • Exterior:Sprinkler System: Yes
  • Exterior:Fenced Back Yard: Yes
  • Exterior:Columns: Yes
  • ConstructionSiding:Roof TileSlate: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Parking Features: Garage
  • General Property Info:Garage2: Yes
  • Parking Features:Garage Attached: Yes
  • Appliances:Auto Garage Door Opn: Yes
  • Rooms:Garage5: Yes
  • Parking Features:Garage3: Yes

Utilities

  • Security: Fire Alarm/Sprinkler
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fans
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Natural Gas
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Electric, Gas - Natural, Public Water, TV Cable
  • Utility: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Community Room, Deed Access, Exercise Room, Fishing, Gated Community, Pavillion/Gazebo, Picnic Area, Playground, Pool, Tennis, TV Cable
  • Association #2 Fee: 3350.0
  • Association Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Association: Yes

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Accounting, Ground Keeping, Management, Recreational Faclty

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 7840.8
  • Parcel #: 00-2S-22-0400-0000-0250
  • Zoning: Resid Single Family

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 6, 2025
Closed on
Jun 30, 2025
Sold by
Cook Douglas
Bought by
Emmick Leonard M and Emmick Patricia A
Seller's Agent
Lauren Wall
EXP Realty LLC
Buyer's Agent
Troy Sheldon
Prudential Anchors Realty
List Price
$1,900,000
Sold Price
$1,590,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$310,000
-16.32%
Views
51
Current Estimated Value
$1,686,551

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$96,551
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.51%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 20, 2020
Closed on
Nov 3, 2020
Sold by
Lehtonen Kenneth E and Lehtonen Kathie S
Bought by
Cook Douglas
Seller's Agent
Jodi Ketchersid
The Ketchersid Group LLC
Buyer's Agent
Snelling Team
Scenic Sotheby's International Realty
List Price
$1,085,000
Sold Price
$1,085,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.55%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 8, 2018
Closed on
Jun 27, 2019
Sold by
Boylan Pete and Boylan Peter G
Bought by
Lehtonen Kenneth E and Lehtonen Kathie S
Seller's Agent
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ecn.rets.RETS_OFFICE
Buyer's Agent
Dean Ladick
Keller Williams Realty Destin
List Price
$1,025,000
Sold Price
$1,025,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.30%
Original Mortgage
$820,000
Interest Rate
4%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 14, 2015
Sold by
Joe Joe Inc
Bought by
Boylan Pete

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 31, 2004
Sold by
Harker Steven C and Harker Victoria S
Bought by
Joe Joe Inc

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$563,269
Interest Rate
5.53%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 1, 2000
Sold by
Neal Edward C and Neal Linda
Bought by
Harker Steven C and Harker Victoria S

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$400,000
Interest Rate
8.11%
Source: Public Records
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Home Values in the Area

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $1,590,000 Nautilus Title & Escrow
Warranty Deed $1,085,000 Setco Services Llc
Warranty Deed $1,025,000 Equitrust Title Company
Warranty Deed $750,000 Mcgill Escrow & Title
Warranty Deed $820,000 Destin Land & Title Inc
Warranty Deed $710,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $820,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $563,269 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $400,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
06/30/2025 06/30/25 Sold $1,590,000 -11.7% $540 / Sq Ft
06/13/2025 06/13/25 Pending -- -- --
05/20/2025 05/20/25 Price Changed $1,800,000 -5.3% $611 / Sq Ft
03/06/2025 03/06/25 For Sale $1,900,000 +75.1% $645 / Sq Ft
11/03/2020 11/03/20 Sold $1,085,000 0.0% $368 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
09/19/2020 09/19/20 Pending -- -- --
06/20/2020 06/20/20 For Sale $1,085,000 +5.9% $368 / Sq Ft
06/28/2019 06/28/19 Sold $1,025,000 0.0% $348 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
02/05/2019 02/05/19 Pending -- -- --
03/08/2018 03/08/18 For Sale $1,025,000 -- $348 / 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 $15,498 $1,398,048 $697,743 $700,305
2024 $13,808 $1,543,580 $677,421 $866,159
2023 $13,808 $1,316,259 $468,965 $847,294
2022 $12,011 $1,077,301 $426,332 $650,969
2021 $10,468 $842,957 $369,495 $473,462
2020 $9,372 $787,007 $351,900 $435,107
2019 $9,292 $770,282 $351,900 $418,382
2018 $9,658 $752,165 $0 $0
2017 $9,426 $721,208 $0 $0
2016 $9,069 $698,209 $0 $0
2015 $8,080 $675,184 $0 $0
2014 $6,310 $470,541 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Emerald Coast Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 970361

Emerald Coast Association of REALTORS®

APN: 00-2S-22-0400-0000-0250