NOT LISTED FOR SALE

705 Gulf Shore Dr Unit 402 Destin, FL 32541

Destin Area

Estimated Value: $359,000 - $418,000

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,255 Sq Ft
1981 Built

Sale Details

Date Sold: May 27, 2025

Last sale price $410,000 $327 Per Sq Ft

Est. 1% decrease in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,505 / mo

39 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Community Boat Dock
  • Home fronts a seawall
  • Gulf View
  • Destin Elementary School Rated A-
  • Fishing
  • Primary Bedroom Suite

About This Home

As of May 2025

Looking for the perfect retreat in the heart of Destin? Then check out the enchanting allure of this stunning condo, perfectly located in the heart of Destin! With breathtaking Gulf views and easy access to the harbor. This turnkey, two-bedroom, two-bathroom unit is situated on the second floor, just a stone's throw away from Destin's renowned sugar-white sand beaches. Whether you're looking for an ideal vacation rental or a cozy coastal retreat, this property is it! Destin Sands is within a quick walk, bike or golf cart ride to local favorite restaurants such as The Local Market, La Paz, Capriccio plus shopping at Target or the new Publix! Once inside, you will notice the vaulted ceilings in the living room, a freshly painted interior featuring granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a fully furnished layout that exudes comfort. With new flooring and recent renovations throughout, this condo truly stands out. Plus, a full-size washer and dryer are included for your convenience. Last year (2024), the unit grossed over $41k on Airbnb! Don't wait..this condo won't last long!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Nichole Causton

Go Coastal Realty LLC License #3366389 Listed on: 03/07/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

Linda Lee

Christies International Real Estate Emerald Coast License #3084103

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Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,549

Year Built

  • Built in 1981

Lot Details

  • Home fronts a seawall
  • Property Fronts a Bay or Harbor

HOA Fees

  • $847 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Newly Painted Property
  • Metal Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,255 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Furnished
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Living Room
  • Gulf Views

Kitchen

  • Electric Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom on Main
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Home Security

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony

Schools

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

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Electric Water Heater

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 00-2S-22-0639-0000-4020

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include accounting, ground keeping, management, sewer, trash
  • Destin Sands Condo Subdivision

Recreation

  • Community Boat Dock
  • Fishing

Security

  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,549

Year Built

Built in 1981

Lot Details

0 Sq Ft Lot

HOA Fees

$847 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Subdivision Name: DESTIN SANDS CONDO
  • Directions: HWY 98 TO GULF SHORE DR. DESTIN SANDS IS ON THE RIGHT BEFORE YOU GET TO THE HOLIDAY ISLE SIGN
  • Architectural Style: N/A
  • Carport Y N: No
  • New Construction: No
  • Year Built: 1981
  • Remarks Misc:Remarks: Looking for the perfect retreat in the heart of Destin? Then check out the enchanting allure of this stunning condo, perfectly located in the heart of Destin! With breathtaking Gulf views and easy access to the harbor. This turnkey, two-bedroom, two-bathroom unit is situated on the second floor, just a stone's throw away from Destin's renowned sugar-white sand beaches. Whether you're looking for an ideal vacation rental or a cozy coastal retreat, this property is it! Destin Sands is within a quick walk, bike or golf cart ride to local favorite restaurants such as The Local Market, La Paz, Capriccio plus shopping at Target or the new Publix!
  • Utilities Electric: Yes
  • Utilities:Public Sewer: Yes
  • Utilities:Public Water: Yes
  • Appliances Dryer: Yes
  • Appliances Refrigerators: Yes
  • Energy:AC - Central Elect: Yes
  • Energy:Heat Cntrl Electric: Yes
  • Energy:Water Heater - Elect: Yes
  • Waterfront:Harbor: Yes
  • Rooms:Living Room: Yes
  • Waterview:Gulf2: Yes
  • Appliances Microwave: Yes
  • Washers: Yes
  • Energy:Ceiling Fans: Yes
  • Waterfront:Shore - Seawall: Yes
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Furnished: Furnished - All
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Smoke Detector, Stove/Oven Electric, Washer, Water Heater - Elect
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Cathedral, Newly Painted, Owner's Closet
  • Stories: 2
  • Appliances:StoveOven Electric: Yes
  • Master Bedroom:First: Yes
  • Appliances Dishwasher: Yes
  • Appliances:Smoke Detector: Yes
  • Interior:Ceiling Cathedral: Yes
  • Interior:Furnished - All: Yes
  • Interior:Newly Painted: Yes

Exterior Features

  • View: Gulf
  • Waterfront Features: Harbor, Shore - Seawall
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Construction Type: Siding Vinyl
  • Exterior Features: Balcony
  • Property Condition: Renovated, Construction Complete
  • Construction Status:Construction Complete: Yes
  • ConstructionSiding:Siding Vinyl: Yes
  • ConstructionSiding:Roof Metal: Yes
  • Exterior:Balcony: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • General Property Info:Garage2: No

Utilities

  • Cooling: Ceiling Fans, Central Air
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Central
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Electric, Public Water

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Dock, Dumpster, Fishing
  • Association #2 Fee: 2541.66
  • Association Fee Frequency: Quarterly
  • Association: Yes

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Accounting, Ground Keeping, Management, Sewer, Trash

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • Parcel #: 00-2S-22-0639-0000-4020
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 4549.09
  • Tax Year: 2024

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 7, 2025
Closed on
May 27, 2025
Sold by
Berecz Marshawn Kristin and Berecz Edmund J
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Nichole Causton
Go Coastal Realty LLC
Buyer's Agent
Linda Lee
Christies International Real Estate Emerald Coast
List Price
$450,000
Sold Price
$410,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$40,000
-8.89%
Views
106
Current Estimated Value
$407,821

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$2,179
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-3.18%
Original Mortgage
$307,500
Outstanding Balance
$303,994
Interest Rate
6.83%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$89,242

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 11, 2023
Closed on
Mar 3, 2023
Sold by
David Sorana
Bought by
Berecz Marshawn Kristin and Berecz Edmund J
Seller's Agent
Simona Ghile
Acasa Realty LLC
Buyer's Agent
Cat Stevens
C&R Sun Properties LLC
List Price
$524,999
Sold Price
$520,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$4,999
-0.95%
Views
43

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-10.07%
Original Mortgage
$285,000
Interest Rate
6.38%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 21, 2021
Closed on
May 25, 2021
Sold by
Payton Veronica A
Bought by
David Sorana
Seller's Agent
Ron Jones
CENTURY 21 AllPoints Realty
Buyer's Agent
Non Member
NON-MEMBER OFFICE
List Price
$385,000
Sold Price
$385,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
18.51%
Original Mortgage
$398,860
Interest Rate
3%
Mortgage Type
VA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 31, 2020
Sold by
Smith Sonja S
Bought by
Payton Veronica A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$262,500
Interest Rate
3.4%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 24, 2003
Sold by
Curtis Joseph Franklin and Sanders Suzanne Curtis
Bought by
Smith Sonja S

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$161,500
Interest Rate
5.6%
Source: Public Records

Home Values in the Area

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Purchase History

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
$410,000 30A Title
Berecz Marshawn Kristin $520,000 Mcgill Escrow & Title
David Sorana $385,000 Championship Title Agcy Llc
Payton Veronica A $375,000 Mcgill Escrow And Title
Smith Sonja S $170,000 Mcgill Escrow & Title Llc
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open $307,500
Previous Owner Berecz Marshawn Kristin $285,000
Previous Owner David Sorana $398,860
Previous Owner Payton Veronica A $262,500
Previous Owner Smith Sonja S $140,924
Previous Owner Smith Sonja S $51,038
Previous Owner Smith Sonja S $25,000
Previous Owner Smith Sonja S $161,500
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
05/27/2025 05/27/25 Sold $410,000 -2.4% $327 / Sq Ft
04/15/2025 04/15/25 Pending -- -- --
04/09/2025 04/09/25 Price Changed $420,000 -4.5% $335 / Sq Ft
03/31/2025 03/31/25 Price Changed $440,000 -2.2% $351 / Sq Ft
03/07/2025 03/07/25 For Sale $450,000 -13.5% $359 / Sq Ft
03/03/2023 03/03/23 Sold $520,000 -1.0% $432 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
01/16/2023 01/16/23 Pending -- -- --
01/11/2023 01/11/23 For Sale $524,999 +36.4% $436 / Sq Ft
06/20/2022 06/20/22 Off Market $385,000 -- --
05/26/2021 05/26/21 Sold $385,000 0.0% $320 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
05/26/2021 05/26/21 Sold $385,000 0.0% $320 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
04/28/2021 04/28/21 Pending -- -- --
04/28/2021 04/28/21 Pending -- -- --
08/19/2020 08/19/20 For Sale $385,000 0.0% $320 / Sq Ft
08/17/2020 08/17/20 For Sale $385,000 -- $320 / Sq Ft
Source: Emerald Coast Association of REALTORS®

Tax History

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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
2022 $3,736 $310,000 $0 $310,000
2021 $3,725 $300,000 $0 $300,000
2020 $2,931 $260,000 $0 $260,000
2019 $2,480 $200,000 $0 $200,000
2018 $2,271 $180,000 $0 $0
2017 $2,065 $158,000 $0 $0
2016 $2,052 $158,000 $0 $0
2015 $2,071 $158,000 $0 $0
2014 $1,825 $132,000 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Emerald Coast Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 970519

Emerald Coast Association of REALTORS®

APN: 00-2S-22-0639-0000-4020

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