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Property Description
Located in Bluewater Bay's popular Southwind neighborhood, this Mediterranean-style home offers over 3,000 sq ft of living space on a picturesque .55-acre lot. Step inside to discover warm terracotta flooring that flows through the home. A cozy fireplace adds charm to the main living area, while a quiet sitting room off the foyer provides a peaceful retreat. The popular split floor plan also features a kitchen and dining area filled with natural light and a convenient breakfast bar. The spacious primary bedroom offers a cathedral ceiling and an attached full-size office or flex room for added versatility. The primary bath provides direct access to a stunning screened-in pool and hot tub area, recently updated with new gunite, tile, a new pump, and a French drain. Plus a convenient outdoor shower. This back yard overlooks the serene lake and golf course, providing the perfect backdrop for morning coffee or evening relaxation. The lawn is so immaculate it looks like part of the golf course, plus there is an electric dog fence around the full perimeter of the lot. The home is complete with hurricane shutters, plantation blinds, large walk thru attic, and a 3-car garage for ample parking and storage. The roof was just replaced in 2023 and both HVAC Air Conditioning units replaced in 2020. Conveniently located near top-rated schools, Eglin Air Force Base, and Destin's white sand beaches.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 162 Baywind Dr
General
- Sold For: $820,000
- Taxes: $4,974 (2025)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: Emerald_Coast
- MLS ID: 993954
- Added to Site: 76 day(s) ago
Rental Information
- Complex Features: Gated Community, Golf
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 5
- Interior Features: Breakfast Bar, Ceiling Cathedral, Ceiling Tray/Cofferd, Fireplace, Lighting Recessed, Newly Painted, Split Bedroom
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace(s): Fireplace Gas
- Appliances: Auto Garage Door Opn, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Oven Self Cleaning, Refrigerator, Stove/Oven Electric, Washer, Water Heater - Gas
- Flooring: Floor Tile, Floor WW Carpet
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Half Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Additional Information
- Pool: Yes
- Pool Description: Pool - In-Ground, Pool Type
Exterior
- Exterior Features: BBQ Pit/Grill, Hurricane Shutters, Lawn Pump, Pool - Enclosed, Sprinkler System
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Patio Covered, Patio Open, Porch
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 3
- Parking Features: Golf Cart Enclosed
Location
- Area: 13 - Niceville
- County: Okaloosa
- Subdivision: SOUTHWIND
- Driving Directions: From Bluewater Bay turn onto Bluewater Blvd heading south. When you come to the roundabout take your 2nd exit onto Southwind Drive. You will come to the Southwind gate house. Once you are thru the gate take your 2nd right onto Baywind Drive. Make a left at the circle and another left at the next street which is also called Baywind Dr. The house will be at the end of the cul-de-sac.
School Information
- Elementary School: Bluewater
- Middle School: Ruckel
- High School: Niceville
Community
- Association: Yes
- Assoc. Fees Include: Accounting, Ground Keeping, Land Recreation, Legal, Management, Security
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central Air
- Heating Type: Central
- Heating/Cooling: Central, Central Air
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Well
- Well: Yes
- Utility Description: Electric, Gas - Natural, Public Water
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Mediterranean
- Construction: Stucco
- Exterior Const.: Stucco
- Stories/Levels: 1
- Square Feet: 3,107
- Sq. Ft. Source: County PA Records
- Year Built: 1988
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.55
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 23,958
- Lot Dimensions: 217 x 124 x 155 x 109
- Frontage: Private Road
- Lot Features: Covenants, Cul-De-Sac, Dead End, Golf Course, Within 1/2 Mile to Water
- Zoning: Resid Single Family
Water Features
- Water Front: Yes
- Water Front Type: Lake
Financial Considerations
- Assessment Amount: $355
- Tax Amount: $4,974.51
- Tax Year: 2025
Disclosures and Reports
- Legal Description: SOUTHWIND PH II AT B/B LOT 32 BLK B
- APN: 26-1S-22-461B-000B-0320
- Property ID: 26-1S-22-461B-000B-0320
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Schools
Schools serving 162 Baywind Dr
School District:Okaloosa County School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Bluewater Elementary School 4545 Range Road, Niceville, FL 32578 | K-5 | 1.5 mi |
C. W. Ruckel Middle School 201 Partin Drive North, Niceville, FL 32578 | 6-8 | 4.2 mi |
Niceville Senior High School 800 John Sims Parkway, Niceville, FL 32578 | 9-12 | 4.2 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 162 Baywind Dr
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
3/20/2026
Sold
$820,000
-2.96%
MLS
1/28/2026
Listed
$845,000
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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.
162 Baywind Drive, Niceville, FL 32578 (MLS# 993954) is a Single Family property that was sold at $820,000 on March 20, 2026. This property was sold by Megan Tate from our Fort Walton Beach Office.Want to learn more about 162 Baywind Drive? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Niceville? You can browse all Niceville real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.


