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Property Description
Welcome to South Bay by the Gulf. Please consider this beautifully maintained condo in the South Bay by the Gulf community in the heart of Destin, Florida. This 1,289 square foot, 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath unit offers an ideal opportunity as a full-time or second home, or short-term vacation rental. Positioned on 14 acres, this family-friendly community of 109 townhomes stretches from Highway 98 to the Gulf of Mexico, enjoying 300 feet of private, deep white sand beach along a low-density shoreline. The unit features an open living and dining floor plan with a sleeper sofa, a fully equipped kitchen, a private landscaped patio, an in-unit washer and dryer, and a functional bedroom layout including a primary suite with private bath, two guest bedrooms, a shared full bath, and a downstairs half-bath. Community amenities include two swimming pools (one seasonally heated), private beach access, a 5-acre freshwater lake stocked with turtles and ducks, a kiddie pool, grilling areas, tennis and pickleball courts, shuffleboard, and beachside volleyball. Conveniently located to Big Kahuna's Water & Adventure Park and just minutes from popular Destin dining and entertainment such as McGuire's Irish Pub, AJ's Seafood & Oyster Bar, and Margaritaville, this property combines coastal lifestyle appeal with strong rental and investment potential.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 940 Hwy 98 #UNIT 16
General
- Price: $495,000
- Taxes: $4,441 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Condo
- Source: Emerald_Coast
- MLS ID: 994642
- Updated: 4/13/2026
- Added to Site: 100 day(s) ago
Rental Information
- Complex Features: Short Term Rental - Allowed, Deed Access, Pool, Tennis
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 5
- Interior Features: Owner's Closet, Pantry, Washer/Dryer Hookup
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Oven Self Cleaning, Refrigerator, Refrigerator W/IceMk, Water Heater - Elect
- Flooring: Floor Tile
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Half Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Additional Information
- Pool: Yes
- Pool Description: Pool Type
Exterior
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Patio Open, Porch
Location
- Area: 14 - Destin
- County: Okaloosa
- Subdivision: SOUTH BAY BY THE GULF
- Driving Directions: Located on the south side of HWY 98, across from Jimmy John's, between Sunsations and Shores Shopping Center. Going east on HWY 98 make a right into South Bay entrance. Unit is located in the first complex on your right next to the entrance of South Bay.
School Information
- Elementary School: Destin
- Middle School: Destin
- High School: Destin
Community
- Association: Yes
- Assoc. Fees Include: Accounting, Ground Keeping, Insurance, Internet Service, Legal, Licenses/Permits, Management, Security, Sewer, Water, Cable TV, Trash
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Cooling Type: Ceiling Fans, Central Air
- Heating Type: Central
- Heating/Cooling: Central, Ceiling Fans, Central Air
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Utility Description: Electric, Public Water, TV Cable
Structural Information
- Construction: Frame, Siding Wood
- Exterior Const.: Frame, Siding Wood
- Stories/Levels: 2
- Square Feet: 1,289
- Sq. Ft. Source: County PA Records
- Year Built: 1974
Financial Considerations
- Assessment Amount: $860
- Tax Amount: $4,441.32
- Tax Year: 2025
Disclosures and Reports
- Legal Description: SOUTHBAY BY THE GULF UNIT B-7
- APN: 00-2S-22-4200-00B7-0000
- Property ID: 00-2S-22-4200-00B7-0000
Listed by Taylor Allen Properties LLC
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Schools
Schools serving 940 Hwy 98 #UNIT 16
School District:Okaloosa County School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Destin Elementary School 630 Kelly Street, Destin, FL 32541 | PK-4 | 1.4 mi |
Destin Middle School 4608 Legendary Marina Drive, Destin, FL 32541 | 5-8 | 3.4 mi |
Fort Walton Beach High School 400 Hollywood Boulevard Southwest, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548 | 9-12 | 9.8 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 940 Hwy 98 #UNIT 16
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
2/05/2026
Listed
$495,000
8.79%
MLS
5/19/2022
Sold
$455,000
—
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 940 Hwy 98 #UNIT 16
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$4,441
—
$375,000
—
2024
$4,442
-1%
$375,000
—
2023
$4,480
78%
$375,000
79%
2021
$2,518
-12%
$210,000
-19%
2022
$2,847
13%
$260,000
41%
2021
$2,518
18%
$185,000
14%
2019
$2,136
5%
$162,140
10%
2018
$2,036
16%
$147,400
10%
2017
$1,751
1%
$134,000
—
2016
$1,741
-8%
$134,000
5%
2015
$1,888
—
$128,000
—
2014
$1,893
9%
$128,000
12%
2013
$1,734
—
$114,000
—
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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940 Highway 98 #UNIT 16, Destin, FL 32541 (MLS# 994642) is a Condo property with 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms and 1 partial bathroom. 940 Highway 98 #UNIT 16 is currently listed for $495,000 and was received on February 06, 2026. Want to learn more about 940 Highway 98 #UNIT 16? Do you have questions about finding other Condo real estate for sale in Destin? You can browse all Destin real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

