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  • Single Family
  • 4 Beds
  • 4 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Bath
  • 2,437 Sq. Ft.
  • Updated 3 hours ago

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553 Cove Drive,Fort Walton Beach, FL 32547

553 Cove DriveFort Walton BeachFL32547

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Experience elevated waterfront living in this exceptional 4-bedroom, 4.5-bath estate, privately positioned on nearly ¾ of an acre at the end of a quiet dead-end street. From the moment you arrive, the grand circular drive and expansive covered front porch set the tone for this remarkable property. Inside, a sophisticated open-concept, split-bedroom design is framed by breathtaking bayou views, with the primary suite and main living spaces thoughtfully positioned to capture the water and spectacular sunsets. The gourmet kitchen was beautifully remodeled in 2024 and features a generous breakfast bar designed for effortless entertaining, complemented by a spacious eat-in area. The luxurious primary bath has also been recently updated, creating a serene private retreat. Outside, an extraordinary waterfront lifestyle awaits. The resort-style saltwater pool is surrounded by an expansive paver deck and complemented by an outdoor cabana and pool house featuring a private gathering room and full bath--perfect for entertaining well into the evening. Boating enthusiasts will appreciate the impressive private dock, designed to accommodate up to three boats and a jet ski, complete with both a boat lift and jet ski lift, as well as a private boat launch and beach. A screened porch extends the entire length of the home, creating an exceptional outdoor living space where you can relax, entertain, and take in panoramic bayou views and stunning sunsets. Additional amenities include an oversized garage with dedicated HVAC, a full bath, and an indoor workshop, offering an exceptional combination of functionality and luxury. Every detail of this waterfront retreat has been designed to embrace the beauty of its setting while providing an unparalleled lifestyle of privacy, comfort, and effortless entertaining. This is more than a home--it is a private waterfront sanctuary where resort-style amenities, exceptional craftsmanship, and breathtaking natural beauty come together.

Full Property Details for 553 Cove Dr

General

  • Price: $1,650,000
  • Taxes: $10,374 (2025)
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: Emerald_Coast
  • MLS ID: 1010610
  • Updated: Today (8/26/2026)
  • Added to Site: Today

Interior

  • Number of Rooms: 10
  • Interior Features: Breakfast Bar, Ceiling Cathedral, Fireplace, Kitchen Island, Lighting Recessed, Pantry, Split Bedroom, Walls Wainscoting, Washer/Dryer Hookup, Woodwork Painted
  • Appliances: Auto Garage Door Opn, Central Vacuum, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Freezer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Refrigerator W/IceMk, Security System, Stove/Oven Gas, Washer, Water Heater - Gas
  • Flooring: Floor Hardwood, Floor Tile

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 5
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Half Bathrooms: 1

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 4

Additional Information

  • Pool: Yes
  • Pool Description: Pool - In-Ground, Pool Type

Exterior

  • Exterior Features: Rain Gutter, Boatlift, Dock, Fenced Back Yard, Hurricane Shutters, Lawn Pump, Pool - Gunite Concrt, Sprinkler System
  • Porch/Patio/Deck: Deck Open, Patio Open, Porch Screened

Parking

  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Garage, Boat, Oversized

Location

  • Area: 12 - Fort Walton Beach
  • County: Okaloosa
  • Subdivision: BELLA VISTA
  • Driving Directions: Heading North on Eglin Pkwy from HWY 98 take a left on Monahan and another left on Cove Dr. House sits on the Right.

School Information

  • Elementary School: Shalimar
  • Middle School: Pryor
  • High School: Choctawhatchee

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, Gas - Natural, Phone, Public Water, TV Cable

Structural Information

  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Construction: Brick, Roof Pitched, Trim Vinyl
  • Exterior Const.: Brick, Roof Pitched, Trim Vinyl
  • Stories/Levels: 1
  • Square Feet: 2,437
  • Sq. Ft. Source: County PA Records
  • Year Built: 2005

Additional Structures

  • Other Structures: Cabana, Workshop

Lot Features

  • Property View: Bayou
  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.62
  • Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 27,007.2
  • Lot Dimensions: 104 x 289 x 100 x 244
  • Frontage: City Street
  • Lot Features: Bulkhead/Seawall, Curb & Gutter, Dead End, Interior
  • Zoning: Resid Single Family

Water Features

  • Water Front: Yes
  • Water View: Yes
  • Water Front Type: Bayou

Financial Considerations

  • Tax Amount: $10,374.05
  • Tax Year: 2025

Disclosures and Reports

  • Legal Description: BELLA VISTA S/D LOT 4 & N 30 FT OF LOT 3 BLK 3
  • APN: 12-2S-24-0210-0003-0040
  • Property ID: 12-2S-24-0210-0003-0040
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Schools serving 553 Cove Dr

School District:Okaloosa County School District
NameGradesDistance
Shalimar Elementary School
1350 Joe Martin Circle, Shalimar, FL 32579
PK-52.3 mi
W. C. Pryor Middle School
201 Racetrack Road Northwest, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32547
6-81.4 mi
Choctawhatchee Senior High School
110 Racetrack Road Northwest, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32547
9-121.5 mi
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Price & Sales History for 553 Cove Dr Get Price Alerts and Save Property

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Price
Change
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8/26/2026
Listed
$1,650,000
17.86%
MLS
6/29/2023
Sold
$1,400,000
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Tax History for 553 Cove Dr

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$10,374
3%
$885,168
3%
2024
$10,084
50%
$860,222
48%
2023
$6,735
2%
$582,958
3%
2022
$6,581
—
$565,979
3%
2021
$6,568
—
$549,494
1%
2021
$6,568
2%
$541,907
2%
2019
$6,448
1%
$529,723
2%
2018
$6,396
7%
$519,846
7%
2017
$5,960
3%
$484,641
2%
2016
$5,801
-1%
$474,673
1%
2015
$5,848
1%
$471,373
1%
2014
$5,807
2%
$467,632
2%
2013
$5,714
—
$460,721
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553 Cove Drive, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32547 (MLS# 1010610) is a Single Family property with 4 bedrooms, 4 full bathrooms and 1 partial bathroom. 553 Cove Drive is currently listed for $1,650,000 and was received on August 26, 2026. This property is listed by Teresa Pattison from our Fort Walton Beach Office.Want to learn more about 553 Cove Drive? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Fort Walton Beach? You can browse all Fort Walton Beach real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

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