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Property Description
Nestled on the serene shores of Santa Rosa Sound, this exceptional waterfront property blends natural beauty with comfortable family living. Shaded by beautiful, mature trees, the home offers a peaceful sense of privacy while opening to stunning panoramic water views. A spacious deck spans the back of the house--perfect for outdoor dining, entertaining, or simply relaxing as the sun sets. The private boat dock invites endless days of fishing, cruising, or exploring the coastline. Inside, a large family room serves as the heart of the home, ideal for gatherings and making memories. The thoughtfully designed floor plan includes 5 bedrooms and 4 full baths, with a dedicated upstairs area where the kids can enjoy their own space. Completing the property is a charming 721 sq. ft. guest cottage. This is in addition to the 2466 main house square footage. Perfect for hosting friends and family. Bring your boat, personal watercraft, or paddle boards and dive into the ultimate waterfront lifestyle. The main home's roof was replaced in 2014, the guest cottage's roof was replaced in 2018.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1559 W Hwy 98
General
- Sold For: $913,000
- Taxes: $6,536 (2024)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: Emerald_Coast
- MLS ID: 982722
- Added to Site: 163 day(s) ago
Interior
- Rooms/Areas: Bedroom, Dining Room, Florida Room, Master Bedroom, Sitting Room, Storage, Workshop
- Interior Features: Breakfast Bar, Floor Tile, Floor WW Carpet, Furnished - Some, Guest Quarters, Split Bedroom, Washer/Dryer Hookup, Window Treatment All
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator W/IceMk, Smoke Detector, Stove/Oven Electric, Washer
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 4
- Full Bathrooms: 4
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 5
Other Rooms
- Sitting Room: Sitting Room
- Dining Room: Dining Room
- Storage: Storage
- Work Shop: Workshop
- Florida Room: Florida Room
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Boatlift, Deck Covered, Deck Open, Dock, Separate Bldg Rent, Workshop, Yard Building
Parking
- Carports: Yes
- Parking: Boat, Carport Detached
Location
- Area: 12 - Fort Walton Beach
- County: Okaloosa
- Subdivision: No Recorded Subdivision
- Driving Directions: Highway 98 just west of Hurlburt AFB on the south side, directly across from Calypso St.
School Information
- Elementary School: Florosa
- Middle School: Bruner
- High School: Fort Walton Beach
Heating & Cooling
- Heating/Cooling: AC - Central Elect, Ceiling Fans, Double Pane Windows, Heat Cntrl Electric, Water Heater - Elect
Utilities
- Utility Description: Electric, Phone, Public Sewer, TV Cable
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Florida Cottage
- Construction: Frame, Roof Composite Shngl, Roof Pitched, Siding Vinyl, Slab
- Stories/Levels: 2
- Square Feet: 2,466
- Sq. Ft. Source: County PA Records
- Year Built: 2000
Lot Features
- Property View: Intracoastal Waterwy, Sound
- Lot Dimensions: 80 x 248
- Street/Road Desc.: Paved Road, U.S. Highway
- Lot Features: Within 1/2 Mile to Water
- Zoning: Resid Single Family
Water Features
- Water Front Type: Intracoastal Wtrwy, Sound
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $6,536
- Tax Year: 2024
- Terms: Conventional
Disclosures and Reports
- Legal Description: E 80 FT BLK I AS OR 856-80 0
- APN: 14-2S-25-0000-0038-0130
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Sold by Levin Rinke Realty
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Schools
Schools serving 1559 W Hwy 98
School District:Okaloosa County School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Florosa Elementary School 1700 U.S. 98, Mary Esther, FL 32569 | PK-5 | 0.3 mi |
Max Bruner Junior Middle School 322 Holmes Boulevard Northwest, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548 | 6-8 | 5.4 mi |
Fort Walton Beach High School 400 Hollywood Boulevard Southwest, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548 | 9-12 | 5.1 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 1559 W Hwy 98
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
10/23/2025
Sold
$913,000
-8.7%
MLS
8/08/2025
Listed
$1,000,000
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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.
1559 W Highway 98, Mary Esther, FL 32569 (MLS# 982722) is a Single Family property that was sold at $913,000 on October 23, 2025. Want to learn more about 1559 W Highway 98? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Mary Esther? You can browse all Mary Esther real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

