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$2,508,770$622 / 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 90How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $1,300,000 on May 12, 2016

179 EMERALD RDG

SANTA ROSA BEACH, FL 32459
4
Beds
4.5
Baths
4,033 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.
0.34 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2003
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
3
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$2.5M
$2.3M low$2.8M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$1,300,000 · May 12, 2016

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,128 (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.$1,197,413 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$1,163,667
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,640,177

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.16 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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.minimal

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
CountyWALTON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.34
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.Concrete
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
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, Attached
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.DeckPorch · 1,586 ft²

Transaction History(4)

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.

E
Van R. Butler Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.7 mi
H
South Walton High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.8 mi
M
Emerald Coast Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 7.3 mi

District: Walton County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 32459These 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.90
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.73
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.16

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.47%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.36%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.2%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.21,405
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.311 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$109,318
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$141,770
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.68°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.66 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

179 Emerald Rdg 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 90% of homes in Walton County
  • Costs more per square foot than 78% of homes in Walton County
  • Bigger than 95% of homes in Walton County
  • Has a bigger lot than 83% of homes in Santa Rosa Beach 32459
  • Older than 65% of homes in Santa Rosa Beach 32459

What homes are worth in Santa Rosa Beach 32459

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

This home
$290K$5.4M

This home is worth more than 85% of homes in Santa Rosa Beach 32459.

How it measures up in Santa Rosa Beach 32459

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Santa Rosa Beach 32459.

Estimated value$2,508,770
CheaperTypical $985,992Pricier

Pricier than 85% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$622
CheaperTypical $485Pricier

Pricier than 65% of homes nearby

Living area4,033 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,078 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 93% of homes nearby

Lot size0.34 ac
SmallerTypical 0.15 acBigger

Bigger than 83% of homes nearby

Year built2003
OlderTypical 2007Newer

Newer than 35% of homes nearby

How 179 Emerald Rdg ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSanta Rosa Beach 32459Walton County
Estimated valuepricier than$2,508,77085% of homes90% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$62265% of homes78% of homes
Living areabigger than4,033 ft²93% of homes95% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.34 ac83% of homes68% of homes
Year builtnewer than200335% of homes45% of homes

About 179 Emerald Rdg

How much is 179 Emerald Rdg, Santa Rosa Beach, FL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 179 Emerald Rdg, Santa Rosa Beach, FL is $2,508,770 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $2,259,353 to $2,758,187. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 179 Emerald Rdg, Santa Rosa Beach, FL last sell?

179 Emerald Rdg, Santa Rosa Beach, FL last sold on May 12, 2016 for $1,300,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 179 Emerald Rdg, Santa Rosa Beach, FL?

179 Emerald Rdg, Santa Rosa Beach, FL has 4 bedrooms, 4.5 bathrooms, 4,033 square feet of living space and a 0.34-acre lot.

When was 179 Emerald Rdg, Santa Rosa Beach, FL built?

179 Emerald Rdg, Santa Rosa Beach, FL was built in 2003, making it 23 years old. The building has 3 stories.

What schools serve 179 Emerald Rdg, Santa Rosa Beach, FL?

179 Emerald Rdg, Santa Rosa Beach, FL is assigned to Van R. Butler Elementary School (elementary), rated A; South Walton High School (high), rated A-; Emerald Coast Middle School (middle), rated A-. All sit in Walton County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 179 Emerald Rdg, Santa Rosa Beach, FL compare to other homes in Santa Rosa Beach 32459?

Among the 19,945 homes in Santa Rosa Beach 32459, it is worth more than 85% of them ($2,508,770 against a typical $985,992), its price per square foot is higher than 65% of them ($622 against a typical $485), it is bigger than 93% of them (4,033 ft² against a typical 2,078 ft²), its lot is bigger than 83% of them (0.34 ac against a typical 0.15 ac) and it is newer than 35% of them (2003 against a typical 2007). Measured against all of Walton County, it is worth more than 90% 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 179 Emerald Rdg, Santa Rosa Beach, FL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 179 Emerald Rdg, Santa Rosa Beach, FL was $3,128. The county assessed it at $1,197,413.

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