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$699,000

  • For Sale
  • Active
  • Single Family
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 1,823 Sq. Ft.
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This lakefront home is one you do not want to miss, it has recently been remodeled, including all new LVP flooring, paint, surround sound and is completely move in ready. It is located conveniently inside the gated community of Emerald Lakes. This home features an open split floor plan. The master suite has vaulted ceilings plus a sitting area with an amazing view of the lake and access to the screened in porch. The master suite bath area has a large 6 X 13 custom walk-in closet, designed by closets by design, with tailored built in storage. The bathroom has a new quartz vanity with a soaking tub and a separate walk in shower. The kitchen is complete with a gas stove which opens to the great room. This home also has a large circular paver driveway and spectacular curb appeal.

Full Property Details for 285 Tequesta Dr

General

  • Price: $699,000
  • Taxes: $2,201 (2024)
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: Emerald_Coast
  • MLS ID: 989202
  • Updated: 4/15/2026
  • Added to Site: 205 day(s) ago

Rental Information

  • Complex Features: Short Term Rental - Not Allowed, Gated Community, Pavillion/Gazebo, Pets Allowed, Picnic Area, Playground, Pool, Tennis, Waterfront

Interior

  • Number of Rooms: 10
  • Interior Features: Breakfast Bar, Ceiling Crwn Molding, Ceiling Vaulted, Lighting Recessed, Newly Painted, Pantry, Pull Down Stairs, Split Bedroom, Upgraded Media Wing, Washer/Dryer Hookup
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplace(s): Fireplace Gas, Fireplace
  • Appliances: Auto Garage Door Opn, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Oven Self Cleaning, Range Hood, Refrigerator W/IceMk, Smoke Detector, Stove/Oven Gas, Washer, Water Heater - Gas
  • Furnishings: Furnished - Some
  • Flooring: Floor Laminate, Floor Tile

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 3

Additional Information

  • Pool: Yes
  • Pool Description: Pool Type

Exterior

  • Exterior Features: Hurricane Shutters, Lawn Pump, Shower, Sprinkler System
  • Porch/Patio/Deck: Patio Open, Porch Open, Porch Screened

Parking

  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Garage

Location

  • Area: 14 - Destin
  • County: Okaloosa
  • Subdivision: Emerald Lakes
  • Driving Directions: Turn north off of U. S. Highway 98 onto. Tequesta Drive (by the Destin ER).

School Information

  • Elementary School: Destin
  • Middle School: Destin
  • High School: Fort Walton Beach

Heating & Cooling

  • Central air: Yes
  • Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Ceiling Fans, Central Air
  • Heating Type: Natural Gas
  • Heating/Cooling: Natural Gas, Ceiling Fans, Central Air

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utility Description: Electric, Gas - Natural, Public Water, TV Cable, Underground

Structural Information

  • Architectural Style: Contemporary
  • Construction: Stucco, Trim Vinyl
  • Exterior Const.: Stucco, Trim Vinyl
  • Stories/Levels: 1
  • Square Feet: 1,823
  • Sq. Ft. Source: County PA Records
  • Year Built: 2002

Lot Features

  • Property View: Lake
  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.18
  • Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 7,840.8
  • Lot Dimensions: 65 x 117 x 49 x 19 x 121
  • Frontage: Private Road
  • Street/Road Desc.: Paved
  • Lot Features: Covenants, Flood Insurance Req, Level, Restrictions, Storm Sewer, Survey Available, Within 1/2 Mile to Water
  • Zoning: Resid Single Family

Water Features

  • Water Front: Yes
  • Water View: Yes
  • Water Front Type: Lake

Financial Considerations

  • Assessment Amount: $355
  • Tax Amount: $2,201.03
  • Tax Year: 2024

Disclosures and Reports

  • Legal Description: EMERALD LAKES PH II LOT 14 BLK C
  • APN: 00-2S-22-0980-000C-0140
  • Property ID: 00-2S-22-0980-000C-0140

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Schools serving 285 Tequesta Dr

School District:Okaloosa County School District
NameGradesDistance
Destin Middle School
4608 Legendary Marina Drive, Destin, FL 32541
5-81.4 mi
Destin Elementary School
630 Kelly Street, Destin, FL 32541
PK-45.3 mi
Fort Walton Beach High School
400 Hollywood Boulevard Southwest, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548
9-1214.1 mi
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Price & Sales History for 285 Tequesta Dr Get Price Alerts and Save Property

Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
4/13/2026
Price Reduced
$699,000
-2.92%
MLS
11/09/2025
Listed
$720,000
20%
MLS
3/15/2023
Sold
$600,000
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Tax History for 285 Tequesta Dr

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$2,270
3%
$253,384
3%
2024
$2,201
-21%
$246,243
-17%
2023
$2,769
2%
$297,596
6%
2021
$2,708
—
$280,513
-3%
2022
$2,704
—
$288,928
4%
2021
$2,708
2%
$276,640
2%
2019
$2,661
1%
$270,420
2%
2018
$2,641
—
$265,378
2%
2017
$2,632
3%
$259,920
2%
2016
$2,561
-2%
$254,574
1%
2015
$2,607
16%
$251,332
15%
2014
$2,239
2%
$218,143
2%
2013
$2,201
—
$214,919
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285 Tequesta Drive, Destin, FL 32541 (MLS# 989202) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 285 Tequesta Drive is currently listed for $699,000 and was received on November 09, 2025. Want to learn more about 285 Tequesta Drive? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Destin? You can browse all Destin real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

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