81 Jack Knife Dr Alys Beach, FL 32461
Watersound Origins NeighborhoodEstimated payment $4,670/month
Highlights
- Fitness Center
- Fishing
- Beach House
- Dune Lakes Elementary School Rated A-
- Primary Bedroom Suite
- Screened Porch
About This Home
Welcome to 81 Jack Knife Drive -- a single-story 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom home with a 2-car garage in the heart of Watersound Origins, one of South Walton's most sought-after residential communities on Florida's Emerald Coast. With every room on one level and each bedroom featuring its own full bathroom, this home offers both comfort and thoughtful design for owners and guests alike.
The open floor plan seamlessly connects the kitchen, dining, and living areas, anchored by an indoor gas fireplace and elevated with upgraded light fixtures throughout, making it ideal for both everyday comfort and effortless entertaining. The kitchen is a true standout, featuring quartz countertops, a large walk-in pantry, a built-in bar area, and Frigidaire Professional Series stainless steel appliances. including a natural gas range and electric oven.
Step outside to the enclosed screened porch -- the perfect spot to unwind with a cup of coffee and listen to the wind move through the towering pine trees just beyond the yard. In the evenings, gather around on the paver patio surrounded by the kind of stillness and quiet that first drew the owners to this home. The fully fenced yard backs directly to community green space and a walking trail, offering a rare sense of privacy and a serene, park-like setting you'll never tire of.
The Watersound Origins lifestyle is hard to beat. Walk to the resort-style pool and fitness center at Village Commons. Enjoy the Davis Love III-designed Origins Golf Course, tennis and pickleball courts, miles of nature trails, and dock access to Lake Powell -- one of Florida's rare coastal dune lakes. The beach is just five minutes away, and the shops and restaurants of Watersound Town Center and Scenic Highway 30A put world-class dining within easy reach -- including plenty of local favorites just off 30A where you can skip the tourist crowds during peak season. Wonderful neighbors and a short-term rental restricted community create the genuine neighborhood feel that makes this place so special.
Whether you're seeking a forever home on the Emerald Coast or a peaceful retreat just minutes from the Gulf, 81 Jack Knife Drive is coastal living done right.
Listing Agent
Delawalla Group
Christies International Real Estate Emerald Coast Listed on: 02/13/2026
Open House Schedule
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Saturday, April 18, 202612:00 to 4:00 pm4/18/2026 12:00:00 PM +00:004/18/2026 4:00:00 PM +00:00Add to Calendar
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $2,025
Year Built
- Built in 2017
Lot Details
- Lot Dimensions are 50 x 110
- Property fronts a private road
- Back Yard Fenced
- Interior Lot
- Level Lot
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Automatic Garage Door Opener
- Guest Parking
Home Design
- Beach House
- Slab Foundation
- Cement Board or Planked
Interior Spaces
- 2,124 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Shelving
- Recessed Lighting
- Gas Fireplace
- Window Treatments
- Entrance Foyer
- Living Room
- Dining Area
- Screened Porch
- Laminate Flooring
- Pull Down Stairs to Attic
- Home Security System
Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Walk-In Pantry
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- Primary Bedroom Suite
- 3 Full Bathrooms
- Dual Vanity Sinks in Primary Bathroom
- Separate Shower in Primary Bathroom
- Garden Bath
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Schools
- Dune Lakes Elementary School
- Emerald Coast Middle School
- South Walton High School
Additional Features
- Built-In Barbecue
- Central Heating and Cooling System
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 25-3S-18-16230-000-1220
Community Details
Overview
- Property has a Home Owners Association
- Association fees include accounting, master, recreational faclty, services
- Watersound Origins Subdivision
- The community has rules related to covenants
Recreation
- Tennis Courts
- Pickleball Courts
- Community Playground
- Fitness Center
- Exercise Course
- Community Pool
- Fishing
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 | $7,833 | $866,948 | $150,000 | $716,948 |
| 2024 | $7,428 | $819,863 | $95,622 | $724,241 |
| 2023 | $7,428 | $815,384 | $0 | $0 |
| 2022 | $6,870 | $741,258 | $106,141 | $635,117 |
| 2021 | $3,947 | $445,873 | $0 | $0 |
| 2020 | $4,012 | $443,907 | $84,934 | $358,973 |
| 2019 | $3,893 | $429,831 | $81,667 | $348,164 |
| 2018 | $4,129 | $414,078 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $675 | $68,132 | $68,132 | $0 |
| 2016 | $570 | $56,966 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $492 | $48,400 | $0 | $0 |
| 2014 | -- | $44,000 | $44,000 | $0 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/15/2026 03/15/26 | Price Changed | $849,000 | -5.1% | $400 / Sq Ft |
| 02/24/2026 02/24/26 | Price Changed | $895,000 | -3.2% | $421 / Sq Ft |
| 02/13/2026 02/13/26 | For Sale | $925,000 | -- | $435 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $849,900 | Aqua Title Services | |
| Warranty Deed | $475,800 | Rodgers Kiefer Title | |
| Warranty Deed | $597,500 | Attorney | |
| Deed | $100 | -- |
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $548,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $275,000 | No Value Available |
Source: Emerald Coast Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 995194
APN: 25-3S-18-16230-000-1220
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