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$489,000

  • Sold
  • Closed
  • Single Family
  • 4 Beds
  • 3 Full Baths
  • 2,296 Sq. Ft.
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Back on the market at no fault of the sellers. Welcome to 5997 Forest Bay Avenue in Gulf Breeze -- a beautifully maintained 2021-built home offering 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, a 3-car garage, and 2,296 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space in a community with pool access. This move-in ready home has been enhanced with meaningful upgrades and added conveniences. The owners have installed gutters, a screened-in back patio, interior shutters on select windows, and a reverse osmosis water filtration system in the kitchen. Eligible buyers may be able to assume the seller's VA loan of only 2.67%!! Step outside and imagine slow spring mornings with coffee on the screened patio, or peaceful evenings enjoying a refreshing drink. The fully fenced backyard features raised garden beds ready for flowers or fresh produce, along with established fruit trees including blueberries, raspberries, blackberries, and mulberries for seasonal harvests. Smart and security features include ADT monitoring on all doors and windows, a Wize smart system with video doorbell, wireless bedroom and hallway lighting, and a wireless thermostat for modern convenience. The home is also protected under a Rocky's Termite Bond. For qualified buyers, a VA assumable loan is available at 2.67% interest, presenting a compelling opportunity in today's market.

Full Property Details for 5997 Forest Bay Ave

General

  • Sold For: $489,000
  • Taxes: $5,024 (2025)
  • Status: Closed
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: Emerald_Coast
  • MLS ID: 996609
  • Added to Site: 62 day(s) ago

Rental Information

  • Complex Features: Pavillion/Gazebo, Pool

Interior

  • Number of Rooms: 6
  • Interior Features: Ceiling Tray/Cofferd, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Washer/Dryer Hookup
  • Appliances: Auto Garage Door Opn, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator W/IceMk, Smoke Detector, Stove/Oven Electric, Washer
  • Flooring: Floor Vinyl

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 3

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 4

Additional Information

  • Pool: Yes
  • Pool Description: Pool Type

Exterior

  • Exterior Features: Rain Gutter, Fenced Back Yard, Hurricane Shutters
  • Porch/Patio/Deck: Patio Covered, Patio Enclosed, Porch Screened

Parking

  • Garage: Yes
  • Attached garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 3
  • Parking Features: Garage

Location

  • Area: 11 - Navarre/Gulf Breeze
  • County: Santa Rosa
  • Subdivision: Forest Bay Est All
  • Driving Directions: From Gulf Breeze Proper, on Hwy 98 just past the zoo. Turn left on Bergren Rd, turn right on River Birch Rd into Heather Place community on Redberry Rd. to the Forest Bay community.

School Information

  • Elementary School: West Navarre Primary-Intermed
  • Middle School: Woodlawn Beach
  • High School: Navarre

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, Underground

Structural Information

  • Architectural Style: Craftsman Style
  • Construction: Frame, Siding CmntFbrHrdBrd, Other N/A
  • Exterior Const.: Frame, Siding CmntFbrHrdBrd, Other N/A
  • Stories/Levels: 1
  • Square Feet: 2,296
  • Sq. Ft. Source: Appraiser
  • Year Built: 2021

Lot Features

  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.22
  • Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 9,583.2
  • Lot Dimensions: 70 x 140
  • Street/Road Desc.: Paved
  • Zoning: Resid Single Family
  • Fencing (Description): Fenced Privacy

Financial Considerations

  • Assessment Amount: $200
  • Tax Amount: $5,024.64
  • Tax Year: 2025

Disclosures and Reports

  • Legal Description: Forest Bay Estates Phase 2 Recorded In Pb 13 Pgs 50 - 52 Lot 38 Blk F As Des In Or 4200 Pg 1954
  • APN: 162S27125800F000380
  • Property ID: 162S27125800F000380

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Schools serving 5997 Forest Bay Ave

School District:Santa Rosa County School District
NameGradesDistance
West Navarre Intermediate School
1970 Cotton Bay Lane, Navarre, FL 32566
3-52 mi
West Navarre Primary School
1955 Lowe Road, Navarre, FL 32566
PK-22.7 mi
Woodlawn Beach Middle School
1500 Woodlawn Way, Gulf Breeze, FL 32563
6-83.1 mi
Navarre High School
8600 High School Boulevard, Navarre, FL 32566
9-126.3 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 5997 Forest Bay Ave

Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
7/21/2026
Sold
$489,000
-2.2%
MLS
3/02/2026
Listed
$499,999
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

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5997 Forest Bay Avenue, Gulf Breeze, FL 32563 (MLS# 996609) is a Single Family property that was sold at $489,000 on July 21, 2026. This property was listed by Barbie Sneed from our Navarre/Gulf Breeze Office.Want to learn more about 5997 Forest Bay Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Gulf Breeze? You can browse all Gulf Breeze real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.