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$2,806,615$1,999 / 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 89How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $1,300,000 on May 16, 2007

551 FOREST ST

SANTA ROSA BEACH, FL 32459
3
Beds
3
Baths
1,404 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.
3,833 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1987
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$2.8M
$2.5M low$3.1M 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 16, 2007
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$1,931,615
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$1,545,292
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.31%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$875,000
PRIME LNDG · recorded Jun 14, 2016

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$15,980 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$1,927,058 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,050,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$877,058
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$2,105,840
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,927,058

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.7 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
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1999
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.09
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 340 ft²

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
Emerald Coast Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.9 mi
E
Dune Lakes Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 3.3 mi
H
South Walton High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.7 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%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Absentee owner
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

551 Forest St 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 91% of homes in Walton County
  • Among the highest price per square foot in Walton County
  • Smaller than 85% of homes in Santa Rosa Beach 32459
  • Has a smaller lot than 73% of homes in Santa Rosa Beach 32459
  • Older than 90% 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
$285K$5.9M

This home is worth more than 86% 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$2,806,615
CheaperTypical $1,044,996Pricier

Pricier than 86% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$1999
CheaperTypical $521Pricier

Pricier than 98% of homes nearby

Living area1,404 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,080 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 15% of homes nearby

Lot size3,833 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.15 acBigger

Bigger than 27% of homes nearby

Year built1987
OlderTypical 2007Newer

Newer than 10% of homes nearby

How 551 Forest St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSanta Rosa Beach 32459Walton County
Estimated valuepricier than$2,806,61586% of homes91% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$199998% of homesalmost all homes
Living areabigger than1,404 ft²15% of homes25% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,833 ft²27% of homes28% of homes
Year builtnewer than198710% of homes20% of homes

About 551 Forest St

How much is 551 Forest St, Santa Rosa Beach, FL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 551 Forest St, Santa Rosa Beach, FL is $2,806,615 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $2,506,179 to $3,107,051. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 551 Forest St, Santa Rosa Beach, FL last sell?

551 Forest St, Santa Rosa Beach, FL last sold on May 16, 2007 for $1,300,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 551 Forest St, Santa Rosa Beach, FL?

551 Forest St, Santa Rosa Beach, FL has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 1,404 square feet of living space and a 0.09-acre lot.

When was 551 Forest St, Santa Rosa Beach, FL built?

551 Forest St, Santa Rosa Beach, FL was built in 1987, making it 39 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 551 Forest St, Santa Rosa Beach, FL?

551 Forest St, 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 551 Forest St, Santa Rosa Beach, FL compare to other homes in Santa Rosa Beach 32459?

Among the 19,969 homes in Santa Rosa Beach 32459, it is worth more than 86% of them ($2,806,615 against a typical $1,044,996), its price per square foot is higher than 98% of them ($1999 against a typical $521), it is bigger than 15% of them (1,404 ft² against a typical 2,080 ft²), its lot is bigger than 27% of them (3,833 ft² against a typical 0.15 ac) and it is newer than 10% of them (1987 against a typical 2007). Measured against all of Walton County, it is worth more than 91% 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 551 Forest St, Santa Rosa Beach, FL?

The 2024 property tax bill for 551 Forest St, Santa Rosa Beach, FL was $15,980. The county assessed it at $1,927,058.

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