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$6,120,000

  • For Sale
  • Active
  • Single Family
  • 7 Beds
  • 6 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Bath
  • 5,130 Sq. Ft.
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Located in the heart of WaterColor and designed by architect Dawn Thurber, this corner-lot residence offers multiple porches with Gulf views from its four-story watchtower. Positioned across from the WaterColor Beach Club, the home spans more than 5,000 square feet and includes seven bedrooms, a private pool, and a carriage house. Recent updates feature an additional third-floor bathroom, refreshed flooring, and upgraded lighting. Additional details include a central vacuum system and floor-to-ceiling impact glass windows.The main living and dining areas are located on the second floor, providing privacy and abundant natural light. The living room features soaring ceilings and French doors that open to generous covered outdoor spaces, creating seamless indoor-outdoor flow. A formal dining area and additional sitting spaces offer flexibility, while the kitchen is equipped with premium appliances, ample cabinetry, and a bar seating area. Accommodations include suites on each floor and in the carriage house, along with a built-in bunk area. The private pool is positioned between the main house and carriage house, complemented by a wood-burning fireplace and outdoor kitchen. A spacious mudroom includes custom built-ins, two sets of washers and dryers, and a changing room for convenient pool and beach access. WaterColor offers a wide range of amenities, including a beach club, fitness center, town center, tennis and pickleball courts, walking and biking trails, and a boathouse with access to the lake for paddle boarding and kayaking. The community is also conveniently located just minutes from the dining and entertainment options along Scenic 30A. Inquire today to schedule a private showing and experience all that WaterColor has to offer.

Full Property Details for 81 Western Lake Dr

General

  • Price: $6,120,000
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: Emerald_Coast
  • MLS ID: 982889
  • Updated: 10/13/2025
  • Added to Site: 159 day(s) ago

Interior

  • Rooms/Areas: Bedroom, Dining Area, Garage, Kitchen, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Other
  • Interior Features: Breakfast Bar, Built-In Bookcases, Ceiling Crwn Molding, Fireplace, Fireplace 2+, Fireplace Gas, Floor Hardwood, Floor Tile, Furnished - All, Guest Quarters, Hallway Bunk Beds, Kitchen Island, Lighting Recessed, Owner's Closet, Pantry, Shelving, Washer/Dryer Hookup, Wet Bar, Window Treatment All, Woodwork Painted
  • Appliances: Auto Garage Door Opn, Central Vacuum, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Freezer, Microwave, Oven Self Cleaning, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Refrigerator W/IceMk, Security System, Stove/Oven Gas, Washer, Wine Refrigerator

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 7
  • Full Bathrooms: 6
  • Half Bathrooms: 1

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 7

Other Rooms

  • Living Room: Living Room
  • Kitchen: Kitchen
  • Other Room 1: Other

Additional Information

  • Shared Amenities: Beach, Community Room, Deed Access, Dock, Exercise Room, Fishing, Pets Allowed, Pickle Ball, Picnic Area, Playground, Pool, Short Term Rental - Allowed, Tennis, Waterfront
  • Pool: Yes

Exterior

  • Exterior Features: Balcony, BBQ Pit/Grill, Deck Covered, Deck Open, Fenced Lot-Part, Fireplace, Guest Quarters, Patio Covered, Patio Open, Pool - Gunite Concrt, Pool - Heated, Pool - In-Ground, Porch, Porch Open, Porch Screened, Renovated, Separate Living Area, Shower, Summer Kitchen

Parking

  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking: Garage, Garage Detached

Location

  • Area: 18 - 30A East
  • County: Walton
  • Subdivision: Watercolor
  • Driving Directions: From Hwy 331 turn Left onto Hwy 98, heading East. Turn right onto County Rd 283 S. Turn left onto E County Hwy 30A. Turn left onto Mystic Cobalt St and then an immediate Right onto Western Lake Dr. The driveway is the first one on your right.

School Information

  • Elementary School: Dune Lakes
  • Middle School: Emerald Coast
  • High School: South Walton

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating/Cooling: AC - 2 or More, AC - Central Elect, Ceiling Fans, Heat Cntrl Electric, Water Heater - Elect

Utilities

  • Utility Description: Electric, Gas - Natural, Phone, Public Sewer, Public Water, TV Cable

Structural Information

  • Architectural Style: Beach House
  • Construction: Foundation On Piling, Frame, Roof Metal, Siding CmntFbrHrdBrd, Siding Wood
  • Stories/Levels: 4
  • Square Feet: 5,130
  • Sq. Ft. Source: Building Plan
  • Year Built: 2007

Lot Features

  • Property View: Gulf
  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.19
  • Lot Dimensions: 56' x 156' x 51' x 157'
  • Street/Road Desc.: Paved Road
  • Lot Features: Covenants, Restrictions, Survey Available, Within 1/2 Mile to Water
  • Zoning: Resid Single Family

Financial Considerations

  • Assessment Amount: $1,840
  • Assmt Payment Freq: Quarterly
  • Terms: Conventional, FHA, VA

Disclosures and Reports

  • Legal Description: LOT 1 TOWN CENTER 30-A EAST PB 15-51 OR 2514-1699 OR 2562- 186 OR 2682-3879 OR 2912-3142
  • Assessment: Yes
  • APN: 15-3S-19-25519-000-0010

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Schools serving 81 Western Lake Dr

School District:Walton County School District
NameGradesDistance
Bay Elementary School
6565 US Highway 98 East, Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459
K-54.4 mi
Emerald Coast Middle School
4019 US Highway 98 East, Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459
6-83 mi
South Walton High School
645 Greenway Trail, Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459
9-124.6 mi
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Price & Sales History for 81 Western Lake Dr Get Price Alerts and Save Property

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Details
Price
Change
Source
8/11/2025
Listed
$6,120,000
136.29%
MLS
2/15/2013
Sold
$2,589,999
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Tax History for 81 Western Lake Dr

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
100%
$4,485,429
-1%
2024
-100%
$4,519,455
-1%
2023
$39,327
17%
$4,553,481
28%
2021
$33,674
-11%
$3,546,147
-20%
2022
$37,814
12%
$4,443,149
43%
2021
$33,674
13%
$3,102,810
3%
2019
$29,902
2%
$3,010,975
2%
2018
$29,369
4%
$2,945,377
2%
2017
$28,285
5%
$2,881,289
2%
2016
$26,974
5%
$2,813,967
5%
2015
$25,586
17%
$2,681,583
26%
2014
$21,879
3%
$2,122,272
4%
2013
$21,237
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$2,047,272
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81 Western Lake Drive, Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459 (MLS# 982889) is a Single Family property with 7 bedrooms, 6 full bathrooms and 1 partial bathroom. 81 Western Lake Drive is currently listed for $6,120,000 and was received on August 11, 2025. Want to learn more about 81 Western Lake Drive? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Santa Rosa Beach? You can browse all Santa Rosa Beach real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

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