$1,150,000

A true architectural treasure on Okaloosa Island, this striking mid-century modern residence was designed to stand apart--and decades later, it remains every bit as distinctive. Perched high above the shoreline with 122 feet of waterfront along the breathtaking Santa Rosa Sound and Intracoastal Waterway, this 2,284-square-foot, 3-bedroom, 3.5-bath home pairs… Read More iconic design with panoramic water views and an exceptional coastal lifestyle. Once featured in Southern Living Magazine, the home was undeniably ahead of its time and remains a rare piece of Okaloosa Island architectural history. The experience begins before you ever step inside. A sweeping canopy of mature ligustrum creates a private, almost enchanted approach, forming a lush natural passage to the home. As you arrive, a distinctive breeze block wall--a hallmark of mid-century design--offers the first glimpse of the architectural character that awaits. Together with the custom, one-of-a-kind front door, these details create an entrance that feels both private and unmistakably original. Step inside and the home's architecture immediately takes center stage, as sweeping views of the Sound draw your eye through the living spaces and toward the water beyond. Inside, original mid-century character blends effortlessly with contemporary sophistication. Soaring ceilings, an open-concept living, dining, and kitchen area, and dramatic floor-to-ceiling windows create an extraordinary sense of volume, light, and connection to the outdoors. Walls of glass transform the ever-changing beauty of the Sound into living art, while built-in shelving surrounding a striking black granite fireplace provides a dramatic focal point and the perfect backdrop for art, books, and collected treasures. Thoughtfully designed for both privacy and entertaining, each of the home's three bedrooms features its own private bath, while an additional powder room is conveniently positioned just off the main living area. The home's connection to the water continues outdoors, where an expansive paver patio sits high above the shoreline, creating a spectacular setting for entertaining, dining alfresco, or simply watching boats glide along the Intracoastal. With 122 feet of waterfront, the property offers abundant space to embrace life on the Sound, from quiet mornings by the water to unforgettable evenings beneath the coastal sky. A private dock places the best of the Emerald Coast within easy reach. Spend the day boating, fishing, paddleboarding, or cruising to Crab Island and Destin, then return home to the privacy and serenity of your own waterfront retreat. Architecturally significant, effortlessly sophisticated, and unmistakably one of a kind, this is far more than a waterfront home--it is a piece of Okaloosa Island history. Properties with this combination of design, elevation, waterfrontage, and character are rarely offered. This is a home that simply must be experienced in person to be fully appreciated. Read Less

Courtesy of Jennifer Purdy, Coldwell Banker Realty.

Listing Snapshot

Days Online

Last Updated

Sep 19, 2026

Property Type

Detached Single Family

Beds

Full Baths

Partial Baths

Lot Size

0.24 Acres

Year Built

1968

MLS Number

1012145

Additional Details

Property Access

Frontage Type: County Road, Road Surface: Paved

Appliances & Equipment

Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Refrigerator W/IceMk, Smooth Stovetop Rnge, Water Heater - Elect

Building

Built in 1968, Construction Materials: Block, Siding Wood, Stucco, Trim Wood

Community

Short Term Rental - Not Allowed, Beach, Boat Launch, Dock, Fishing, Leasehold, Minimum Rental Prd, Pets Allowed, Playground, Waterfront

Cooling

Ceiling Fans, Central Air

Exterior Features

Patio/Porch Features: Deck Open, Patio Open, Porch, Porch Open, Dock, Lawn Pump, Sprinkler System

Fence

Fenced Lot-Part

Fireplaces

Fireplace Gas

Floors

Floor Tile, Floor WW Carpet

Foundation

Slab

Heating

Central

Interior Features

Built-In Bookcases, Ceiling Cathedral, Ceiling Raised, Fireplace, Kitchen Island, Lighting Recessed, Newly Painted, Pantry, Split Bedroom, Walls Mirrored, Washer/Dryer Hookup

Lot

0.24 acres, Dimensions: 59 x 155 x 122 x 155, Aerials/Topo Availbl, Bulkhead/Seawall, Interior, Within 1/2 Mile to Water

Parking

2 carport spaces, 2 covered spaces, 8 total parking spaces, Boat, Carport, Carport Attached, Covered, Golf Cart Covered, Golf Cart Open, Guest

Property

Construction Complete, Sound, Bay

Sewer

Public Sewer

Taxes

Parcel Number: 00-2S-24-2185-0005-0228, Annual Amount: $4,639.72, Legal Description: Santa Rosa Island Lot 228 Blk 5, Year: 2025, Zoning: Resid Single Family

Utilities

Gas - Natural, Public Water

Water Features

Intracoastal Wtrwy, Bay, Shore - Seawall, Sound

Windows

Skylight(s), Window Treatmnt Some, Tinted Windows

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