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$1,577,108$466 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 88How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $2,172,000 on Sep 29, 2023

1260 EMERALD BAY DR

DESTIN, FL 32541
5
Beds
5
Baths
3,382 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.65 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1994
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$1.6M
$1.4M low$1.8M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$2,172,000 · Sep 29, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$10,218 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$1,014,180 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$985,598
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,414,773

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.36 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.80%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.1 percent flood zone

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyOkaloosa
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.65
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Wood
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Finished
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.Yes
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 520 ft²Boat access

Transaction History(2)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

M
Destin Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 1.3 mi
E
Destin Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 5.2 mi
H
Fort Walton Beach High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 14.1 mi

District: Okaloosa County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 32541These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.135
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.80
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.18

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.62%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.31%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.3%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.18,561
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,346 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$93,785
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$135,722
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.67°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.68 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.60%

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How this home compares

1260 Emerald Bay Dr measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth more than 97% of homes in Okaloosa County
  • Costs more per square foot than 89% of homes in Okaloosa County
  • Bigger than 96% of homes in Okaloosa County
  • Has a bigger lot than 75% of homes in Okaloosa County

What homes are worth in Destin 32541

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$208K$3.2M

This home is worth more than 89% of homes in Destin 32541.

How it measures up in Destin 32541

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Destin 32541.

Estimated value$1,577,108
CheaperTypical $603,033Pricier

Pricier than 89% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$466
CheaperTypical $409Pricier

Pricier than 60% of homes nearby

Living area3,382 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,587 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 91% of homes nearby

Lot size0.65 ac
SmallerTypical 0.41 acBigger

Bigger than 61% of homes nearby

Year built1994
OlderTypical 1996Newer

Newer than 47% of homes nearby

How 1260 Emerald Bay Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDestin 32541Okaloosa County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,577,10889% of homes97% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$46660% of homes89% of homes
Living areabigger than3,382 ft²91% of homes96% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.65 ac61% of homes75% of homes
Year builtnewer than199447% of homes55% of homes

About 1260 Emerald Bay Dr

How much is 1260 Emerald Bay Dr, Destin, FL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1260 Emerald Bay Dr, Destin, FL is $1,577,108 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $1,380,496 to $1,773,720. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1260 Emerald Bay Dr, Destin, FL last sell?

1260 Emerald Bay Dr, Destin, FL last sold on Sep 29, 2023 for $2,172,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 1260 Emerald Bay Dr, Destin, FL?

1260 Emerald Bay Dr, Destin, FL has 5 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, 3,382 square feet of living space and a 0.65-acre lot.

When was 1260 Emerald Bay Dr, Destin, FL built?

1260 Emerald Bay Dr, Destin, FL was built in 1994, making it 32 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 1260 Emerald Bay Dr, Destin, FL?

1260 Emerald Bay Dr, Destin, FL is assigned to Destin Middle School (middle), rated A; Destin Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Fort Walton Beach High School (high), rated B-. All sit in Okaloosa County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1260 Emerald Bay Dr, Destin, FL compare to other homes in Destin 32541?

Among the 16,797 homes in Destin 32541, it is worth more than 89% of them ($1,577,108 against a typical $603,033), its price per square foot is higher than 60% of them ($466 against a typical $409), it is bigger than 91% of them (3,382 ft² against a typical 1,587 ft²), its lot is bigger than 61% of them (0.65 ac against a typical 0.41 ac) and it is newer than 47% of them (1994 against a typical 1996). Measured against all of Okaloosa County, it is worth more than 97% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 1260 Emerald Bay Dr, Destin, FL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1260 Emerald Bay Dr, Destin, FL was $10,218. The county assessed it at $1,014,180.

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