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Property Description
Assumable VA loan with 2.75% interest rate! Located in Rocky Bayou Country Club Estates, this beautiful all brick 4 bedroom home offers an inviting blend of comfort, style, and privacy. Filled with natural light and thoughtfully designed living spaces, the home features an open flow ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. The kitchen is both functional and attractive, featuring quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, a gas range, breakfast bar, and dining area, all open to the main living space. Spacious living room features recessed lighting, a corner gas fireplace, and views of the screened Florida room and backyard. A split bedroom layout provides privacy, with the Master suite tucked away from the additional bedrooms for added separation and comfort. Two secondary bedrooms and a full bath are located on the opposite side of the home, while a fourth bedroom near the front offers flexibility for guests, an office, or additional privacy. Updated flooring, fresh carpet, and neutral finishes create a warm, move-in ready feel throughout. Enloy quiet mornings or relaxed evenings in the screened Florida room overlooking the spacious backyard and peaceful natural setting. Major improvements include a 2020 Roof, 2023 HVAC, and 2020 Water Heater. Conveniently located near schools, shopping, dining, and Rocky Bayou Country Club amenities, this home offers comfort, flexibility, and a location that makes everyday living easy.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 449 Ruckel Dr
General
- Price: $598,900
- Taxes: $2,025 (4521)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: Emerald_Coast
- MLS ID: 1004371
- Updated: 6/30/2026
- Added to Site: 47 day(s) ago
Rental Information
- Complex Features: Golf, Pool
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 6
- Interior Features: Breakfast Bar, Ceiling Crwn Molding, Ceiling Raised, Ceiling Tray/Cofferd, Lighting Recessed, Newly Painted, Pantry, Pull Down Stairs, Split Bedroom, Washer/Dryer Hookup
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace(s): Fireplace Gas, Fireplace
- Appliances: Auto Garage Door Opn, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Oven Self Cleaning, Refrigerator, Refrigerator W/IceMk, Stove/Oven Gas, Water Heater - Gas
- Flooring: Floor Hardwood, Floor Tile, Floor WW Carpet
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Balcony, Sprinkler System
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Deck Open, Patio Enclosed, Porch Screened
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Garage
Location
- Area: 13 - Niceville
- County: Okaloosa
- Subdivision: ROCKY BAYOU COUNTRY CLUB ESTATES 9
- Driving Directions: If going East on Hwy 20, take a left on Rocky Bayou, left on Forest Rd, left on Ruckel Dr and your new home will be on your left.
School Information
- Elementary School: Plew
- Middle School: Ruckel
- High School: Niceville
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Cooling Type: Ceiling Fans, Central Air
- Heating Type: Central, Natural Gas
- Heating/Cooling: Central, Natural Gas, Ceiling Fans, Central Air
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Utility Description: Electric, Gas - Natural, Public Water
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Contemporary
- Construction: Brick, Trim Vinyl
- Exterior Const.: Brick, Trim Vinyl
- Stories/Levels: 1
- Square Feet: 2,352
- Sq. Ft. Source: County PA Records
- Year Built: 2000
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.43
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 18,730.8
- Lot Dimensions: 100 x 161 x 114 x 200
- Lot Features: Cleared, Covenants, Curb & Gutter, Interior, Restrictions, Wooded
- Zoning: Resid Single Family
- Fencing (Description): Fenced Lot-Part, Fenced Privacy
Green Features
- Energy Efficient: Doors
Financial Considerations
- Assessment Amount: $150
- Tax Amount: $2,025
- Tax Year: 4521
Disclosures and Reports
- Legal Description: ROCKY BAYOU CC EST #9 LOT 17
- APN: 04-1S-22-5009-0000-0170
- Property ID: 04-1S-22-5009-0000-0170
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Schools
Schools serving 449 Ruckel Dr
School District:Okaloosa County School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
James E Plew Elementary School 220 Pine Avenue, Niceville, FL 32578 | K-5 | 0.9 mi |
C. W. Ruckel Middle School 201 Partin Drive North, Niceville, FL 32578 | 6-8 | 1.4 mi |
Niceville Senior High School 800 John Sims Parkway, Niceville, FL 32578 | 9-12 | 1.5 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 449 Ruckel Dr
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
6/30/2026
Price Reduced
$598,900
-0.02%
MLS
6/22/2026
Price Reduced
$599,000
-4.14%
MLS
6/01/2026
Listed
$624,900
40.43%
MLS
7/22/2020
Sold
$445,000
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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 449 Ruckel Dr
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$4,521
3%
$390,045
3%
2024
$4,389
3%
$379,052
3%
2023
$4,281
6%
$368,012
6%
2021
$4,044
-3%
$346,886
-3%
2022
$4,176
3%
$357,293
28%
2021
$4,044
31%
$279,699
2%
2019
$3,079
1%
$273,411
2%
2018
$3,048
1%
$268,313
2%
2017
$3,026
3%
$262,794
2%
2016
$2,944
—
$257,389
1%
2015
$2,940
1%
$255,600
1%
2014
$2,898
2%
$253,571
1%
2013
$2,833
—
$249,824
—
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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449 Ruckel Drive, Niceville, FL 32578 (MLS# 1004371) is a Single Family property with 4 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 449 Ruckel Drive is currently listed for $598,900 and was received on June 01, 2026. Want to learn more about 449 Ruckel 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.

