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Property Description
This updated 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers a rare combination of privacy, space, and convenience in the heart of Destin. Tucked away from the area's busiest corridors, yet just minutes from the Gulf's white-sand beaches, boating, fishing, parks, shopping, dining, and highly regarded local schools, the location allows you to enjoy the best of the Destin lifestyle while remaining comfortably removed from much of the area's day-to-day traffic and activity. Set on a generously sized lot, the property features an expansive backyard with room for a future pool, a covered patio ideal for entertaining, a fire pit area, and an insulated workshop with electricity. A new deck and staircase overlook the backyard, while ample parking and side-yard access provide plenty of space for boats, trailers, and additional vehicles. No HOA. Inside, thoughtful finishes include acacia hand-scraped engineered wood flooring, hardwood floors, tongue-and-groove ceilings, a fireplace with an attractive mantel and hearth, and a well-appointed kitchen featuring a professional-grade Wolf gas range, commercial vent hood, double KitchenAid wall ovens, quartz countertops, stainless appliances, and natural gas service with an exterior grill connection. Recent improvements include a new roof, HVAC system with transferable warranty, interior paint, landscaping, irrigation upgrades, and more. Offering a blend of indoor comfort, outdoor space, and an exceptional central Destin location, this is a property designed to enjoy the best of coastal living year-round.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 611 Benning Dr
General
- Price: $499,000
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: Emerald_Coast
- MLS ID: 1006046
- Updated: 7/8/2026
- Added to Site: 15 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 9
- Interior Features: Fireplace, Newly Painted
- Appliances: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Microwave, Oven Double, Range Hood, Refrigerator
- Furnishings: Furnished - None
- Flooring: Floor Hardwood, Floor Tile
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Fenced Back Yard
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Deck Open, Porch Open
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 1
- Parking Features: Oversized
Location
- Area: 14 - Destin
- County: Okaloosa
- Subdivision: EASTWOOD 1ST ADDN
- Driving Directions: From Hwy 98 turn N onto Benning Dr. In about 1 mile, the house will be on the left between Driftwood Ln and Stahlman Ave.
School Information
- Elementary School: Destin
- Middle School: Destin
- High School: Fort Walton Beach
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central Air
- Heating Type: Central
- Heating/Cooling: Central, Central Air
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Utility Description: Public Water, TV Cable
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Traditional
- Stories/Levels: 3
- Square Feet: 1,878
- Sq. Ft. Source: County PA Records
- Year Built: 1967
Lot Features
- Lot Dimensions: 80 x 125
- Frontage: City Street
- Zoning: Resid Single Family
Disclosures and Reports
- Legal Description: Lot 6, Block 1, First Addition to Eastwood Subdivision, according to the plat thereof, recorded in Plat Book 4, Page 36, of the Public Records of Okaloosa County, Florida.
- APN: 00-2S-22-0711-0001-0060
- Property ID: 00-2S-22-0711-0001-0060
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Schools
Schools serving 611 Benning Dr
School District:Okaloosa County School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Destin Elementary School 630 Kelly Street, Destin, FL 32541 | PK-4 | 0.4 mi |
Destin Middle School 4608 Legendary Marina Drive, Destin, FL 32541 | 5-8 | 4.2 mi |
Fort Walton Beach High School 400 Hollywood Boulevard Southwest, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548 | 9-12 | 8.6 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 611 Benning Dr
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
7/08/2026
Price Reduced
$499,000
-2.16%
MLS
6/26/2026
Listed
$510,000
304.76%
MLS
3/27/2013
Sold
$126,000
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 611 Benning Dr
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$4,622
5%
$390,229
1%
2024
$4,403
5%
$384,621
2%
2023
$4,188
24%
$377,131
39%
2021
$3,367
-13%
$271,167
-23%
2022
$3,886
15%
$350,476
42%
2021
$3,367
14%
$246,864
6%
2019
$2,948
4%
$232,390
5%
2018
$2,832
5%
$220,520
5%
2017
$2,702
7%
$210,099
4%
2016
$2,518
6%
$201,881
7%
2015
$2,378
16%
$189,003
24%
2014
$2,048
30%
$152,722
31%
2013
$1,571
—
$116,212
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Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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611 Benning Drive, Destin, FL 32541 (MLS# 1006046) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 611 Benning Drive is currently listed for $499,000 and was received on June 26, 2026. Want to learn more about 611 Benning 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.

