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$6,272,659$1,161 / 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 86How 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 $2,900,000 on Jul 17, 2012

243 WESTERN LAKE DR

SANTA ROSA BEACH, FL 32459
7
Beds
7
Baths
5,405 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.
0.16 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2010
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
4
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$6.3M
$5.4M low$7.2M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$2,900,000 · Jul 17, 2012

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$42,882 (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.$4,877,461 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,232,103
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$3,645,358
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$4,956,959
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$4,877,461

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.12 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.82%
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.0.16
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.DeckElevatorPorch · 1,623 ft²

Transaction History(5)

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
Emerald Coast Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.0 mi
E
Dune Lakes Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 3.3 mi
H
South Walton High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.3 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

243 Western Lake 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.

  • Among the most valuable homes in Santa Rosa Beach 32459
  • Costs more per square foot than 94% of homes in Walton County
  • Bigger than 98% 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$5.8M

This home is worth more than almost all 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$6,272,659
CheaperTypical $979,727Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$1161
CheaperTypical $482Pricier

Pricier than 91% of homes nearby

Living area5,405 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,072 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 98% of homes nearby

Lot size0.16 ac
SmallerTypical 0.15 acBigger

Bigger than 51% of homes nearby

Year built2010
OlderTypical 2007Newer

Newer than 53% of homes nearby

How 243 Western Lake Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSanta Rosa Beach 32459Walton County
Estimated valuepricier than$6,272,659almost all homesalmost all homes
Price per ft²pricier than$116191% of homes94% of homes
Living areabigger than5,405 ft²98% of homes98% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.16 ac51% of homes44% of homes
Year builtnewer than201053% of homes60% of homes

About 243 Western Lake Dr

How much is 243 Western Lake Dr, Santa Rosa Beach, FL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 243 Western Lake Dr, Santa Rosa Beach, FL is $6,272,659 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $5,381,163 to $7,164,155. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 243 Western Lake Dr, Santa Rosa Beach, FL last sell?

243 Western Lake Dr, Santa Rosa Beach, FL last sold on Jul 17, 2012 for $2,900,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 5 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 243 Western Lake Dr, Santa Rosa Beach, FL?

243 Western Lake Dr, Santa Rosa Beach, FL has 7 bedrooms, 7 bathrooms, 5,405 square feet of living space and a 0.16-acre lot.

When was 243 Western Lake Dr, Santa Rosa Beach, FL built?

243 Western Lake Dr, Santa Rosa Beach, FL was built in 2010, making it 16 years old. The building has 4 stories.

What schools serve 243 Western Lake Dr, Santa Rosa Beach, FL?

243 Western Lake Dr, Santa Rosa Beach, FL is assigned to Emerald Coast Middle School (middle), rated A-; Dune Lakes Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; South Walton High School (high), rated A-. All sit in Walton County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 243 Western Lake Dr, Santa Rosa Beach, FL compare to other homes in Santa Rosa Beach 32459?

Among the 19,946 homes in Santa Rosa Beach 32459, it is worth more than almost all of them ($6,272,659 against a typical $979,727), its price per square foot is higher than 91% of them ($1161 against a typical $482), it is bigger than 98% of them (5,405 ft² against a typical 2,072 ft²), its lot is bigger than 51% of them (0.16 ac against a typical 0.15 ac) and it is newer than 53% of them (2010 against a typical 2007). Measured against all of Walton County, it is worth more than almost all 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 243 Western Lake Dr, Santa Rosa Beach, FL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 243 Western Lake Dr, Santa Rosa Beach, FL was $42,882. The county assessed it at $4,877,461.

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