$485,000
SOLD FEB 5, 2026

97 Bald Eagle Dr Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459

4 Beds
3 Baths
2,108 Sq Ft
5,663 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$230 Per Sq Ft

3% Below List Price

126 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Community Boat Launch
  • Fishing
  • Florida Architecture
  • Van R. Butler Elementary School Rated A-
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Main Floor Primary Bedroom

About This Home

As of February 2026

*MOTIVATED SELLER * Have an appraisal from 4/22/25*. In the much sought after South Walton community of Eagle Bay you'll find one of the neighborhood's most popular floorplans for sale. Boasting 4 beds,3 baths, large living room, 2nd floor balcony, 1st floor porch, large back patio with covered arbor, 2 car garage with brick paver driveway for 4 additional cars, and tons of southern charm that this neighborhood is known for. Eagle Bay is walking distance to the bay (which has 2 boat launches), 5 minutes to the beach, located near the west entrance of 30A, close to all South Walton schools, just a few miles from Sacred Heart Hospital and is minutes from all the dining, shopping and entertainment South Walton has to offer.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Ryan Massey

Bastion Realty LLC License #3492103 Listed on: 07/23/2025

Bastion Realty LLC

Last Buyer's Agent

Brett Bianca

Compass License #3230784

Compass

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,828

Year Built

  • Built in 2007

Lot Details

  • 5,663 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 50' x 110'
  • Back Yard Fenced
  • Sprinkler System

HOA Fees

  • $68 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage

Home Design

  • Florida Architecture
  • Frame Construction
  • Metal Roof
  • Cement Board or Planked

Interior Spaces

  • 2,108 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Great Room
  • Dining Area
  • Exterior Washer Dryer Hookup

Kitchen

  • Walk-In Pantry
  • Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom on Main
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • 3 Full Bathrooms

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony
  • Covered Patio or Porch

Schools

  • Van R Butler Elementary School
  • Emerald Coast Middle School
  • South Walton High School

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Electric Water Heater

Listing and Financial Details

  • No Short Term Rentals Allowed
  • Assessor Parcel Number 19-2S-20-33142-00A-0090

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include accounting, management, master
  • Eagle Bay Subdivision
  • The community has rules related to covenants

Recreation

  • Community Boat Launch
  • Fishing

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,828

Year Built

Built in 2007

Lot Details

5,663 Sq Ft Lot

HOA Fees

$68 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Detached Single Family
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.13
  • Lot Size: 50' x 110'
  • Subdivision Name: EAGLE BAY
  • Directions: From Hwy 98 turn north onto East Hewitt. Eagle bay will be on your left about 1 mile down. Turn left into neighborhood and take your immediate right onto Bald Eagle Dr. Home will be the 9th home on the right.
  • Architectural Style: Florida Cottage
  • Carport Y N: No
  • New Construction: No
  • Building Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 2007
  • Remarks Misc:Remarks: *MOTIVATED SELLER * Have an appraisal from 4/22/25*. In the much sought after South Walton community of Eagle Bay you'll find one of the neighborhood's most popular floorplans for sale. Boasting 4 beds,3 baths, large living room, 2nd floor balcony, 1st floor porch, large back patio with covered arbor, 2 car garage with brick paver driveway for 4 additional cars, and tons of southern charm that this neighborhood is known for. Eagle Bay is walking distance to the bay (which has 2 boat launches), 5 minutes to the beach, located near the west entrance of 30A, close to all South Walton schools, just a few miles from Sacred Heart Hospital and is minutes from all the dining, shopping and entertainment South Walton has to offer.
  • Utilities:Public Sewer: Yes
  • Utilities:Public Water: Yes
  • Appliances Refrigerators: Yes
  • Energy:AC - Central Elect: Yes
  • Energy:Heat Cntrl Electric: Yes
  • Energy:Water Heater - Elect: Yes
  • Appliances Microwave: Yes
  • Rooms:Dining Area: Yes
  • Rooms:Great Room: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Water Heater - Elect
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Interior Amenities: Kitchen Island, Pantry, Washer/Dryer Hookup
  • Interior:WasherDryer Hookup: Yes
  • Appliances:Cooktop: Yes
  • Master Bedroom:First: Yes
  • Appliances Dishwasher: Yes
  • Interior:Kitchen Island: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Fencing: Fenced Privacy
  • Lot Features: Covenants, Restrictions, Sidewalk, Within 1/2 Mile to Water
  • Pool Features: Pool Type
  • Construction Type: Frame, Siding CmntFbrHrdBrd
  • Exterior Features: Balcony, Fenced Back Yard, Sprinkler System
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio Covered, Porch
  • Property Condition: Construction Complete
  • Lot Features:Within 12 Mile to Water: Yes
  • Construction Status:Construction Complete: Yes
  • Exterior:Porch: Yes
  • Lot Features:Covenants: Yes
  • Lot Features:Restrictions: Yes
  • ConstructionSiding:Roof Metal: Yes
  • Exterior:Balcony: Yes
  • ConstructionSiding:Frame: Yes
  • Exterior:Patio Covered: Yes
  • ConstructionSiding:Siding CmntFbrHrdBrd: Yes
  • Exterior:Sprinkler System: Yes
  • Exterior:Fenced Back Yard: Yes
  • Exterior:Fenced Privacy: Yes
  • Lot Features:Sidewalk: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • General Property Info:Garage2: Yes
  • Parking Features:Garage Attached: Yes

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Central
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Public Water

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Short Term Rental - Not Allowed, Boat Launch, Fishing
  • Association #2 Fee: 205.0
  • Association Fee Frequency: Quarterly
  • Association: Yes

Association/Amenities

  • Fees Include:Master Association: Yes

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Accounting, Management, Master Association

Schools

  • Elementary School: Van R Butler
  • High School: South Walton
  • Middle Or Junior School: Emerald Coast

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 5662.8
  • Parcel #: 19-2S-20-33142-00A-0090
  • Zoning: Resid Single Family

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 3827.86
  • Tax Year: 2023

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 23, 2025
Closed on
Feb 5, 2026
Sold by
Laubscher Kristie A
Bought by
Melvin William Brandon
Seller's Agent
Ryan Massey
Bastion Realty LLC
Buyer's Agent
Brett Bianca
Compass
List Price
$499,900
Sold Price
$485,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$14,900
-2.98%
Views
145

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
177.47%
Original Mortgage
$300,000
Outstanding Balance
$300,000
Interest Rate
6.18%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$259,490

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 20, 2025
Sold by
Cummings Michael A
Bought by
Laubscher Kristie A

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 26, 2019
Sold by
Garcia Roxanne J and Johnston Roxanne Jeannette
Bought by
Laubscher Kristie A and Cummings Michael A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$313,222
Interest Rate
3.82%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 25, 2009
Sold by
Adams Homes Of Northwest Florida Inc
Bought by
Garcia Jose E and Garcia Roxanne J

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$231,233
Interest Rate
4.98%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Source: Public Records
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Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $485,000 Aquark Title Services
Quit Claim Deed $80,000 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $319,000 Attorney
Special Warranty Deed $235,500 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $300,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $313,222 FHA
Previous Owner $231,233 FHA
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
02/05/2026 02/05/26 Sold $485,000 -3.0% $230 / Sq Ft
11/26/2025 11/26/25 Pending -- -- --
07/23/2025 07/23/25 For Sale $499,900 0.0% $237 / Sq Ft
07/12/2025 07/12/25 Pending -- -- --
07/01/2025 07/01/25 Price Changed $499,900 -3.9% $237 / Sq Ft
05/31/2025 05/31/25 Price Changed $520,000 -1.0% $247 / Sq Ft
04/24/2025 04/24/25 Price Changed $525,000 -4.5% $249 / Sq Ft
03/18/2025 03/18/25 Price Changed $550,000 -3.5% $261 / Sq Ft
01/10/2025 01/10/25 Price Changed $570,000 -2.6% $270 / Sq Ft
11/15/2024 11/15/24 Price Changed $585,000 -1.7% $278 / Sq Ft
10/01/2024 10/01/24 Price Changed $595,000 -0.8% $282 / Sq Ft
08/16/2024 08/16/24 For Sale $600,000 -- $285 / 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 $3,909 $432,608 $55,000 $377,608
2024 $3,828 $436,987 $55,000 $381,987
2023 $3,828 $477,485 $55,000 $422,485
2022 $3,554 $434,178 $51,125 $383,053
2021 $2,974 $307,283 $44,717 $262,566
2020 $2,799 $280,358 $40,910 $239,448
2019 $2,606 $271,560 $39,337 $232,223
2018 $2,293 $229,957 $0 $0
2017 $2,238 $225,754 $36,722 $189,032
2016 $2,218 $222,104 $0 $0
2015 $2,045 $201,151 $0 $0
2014 $2,060 $199,857 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Emerald Coast Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 957114

Emerald Coast Association of REALTORS®

APN: 19-2S-20-33142-00A-0090

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