1491 W Highway 98, Mary Esther, FL 32569
Local realty services provided by:CENTURY 21 Ryan Realty
Listed by: michelle a whitaker
Office: era american real estate
MLS#:992670
Source:FL_ECAR
Price summary
- Price:$980,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$328.2
About this home
Rare **Santa Rosa Sound waterfront opportunity** with **115 feet of waterfront**, a private dock with sundeck, and a **separate 1,200 sq. ft. apartment above the garage** offering outstanding flexibility for rental income, extended family, guests, or multigenerational living. Whether you're searching for a primary residence, second home, waterfront retreat, or investment property, this home offers options that are hard to find.
The main residence features beautiful water views, a bay-window breakfast nook overlooking the Sound, tile flooring throughout, and major updates including a 2021 roof, HVAC, and plumbing, plus a new water heater in 2026. The private apartment has its own entrance, balcony, washer/dryer, HVAC, water heater, and security system, allowing it to function independently from the main home.
Additional features include a **400 sq. ft. office with separate entrance**, concrete safe room, workshop, hurricane shutters, circular driveway, and abundant storage. Enjoy boating, fishing, paddleboarding, sunrises, and sunsets from your own waterfront property.
Located approximately **1.4 miles from Hurlburt Field**, this property combines waterfront living, income potential, and flexible space in one unique package....
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Home facts
- Year built:1981
- Subdivision & Development:METES & BOUNDS
- Listing ID #:992670
- Added:285 day(s) ago
- Updated:October 25, 2026 at 03:23 PM
Rooms and interior
- Bedrooms:4
- Total bathrooms:3
- Full bathrooms:3
- Rooms Total:11
- Kitchen Description:Dishwasher, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator/Icemaker, Stove Top
- Living area:2,986 sq. ft.
Structure and exterior
- Year built:1981
- Building area:2,986 sq. ft.
- Lot area:0.44 Acres
- Architectural Style:Traditional
- Exterior Features:Dock, Hurricane Shutters, Lawn Pump, Sprinkler System
Schools
- High school:Fort Walton Beach
- Middle school:Bruner
- Elementary school:Florosa
Utilities
- Water:Public Water
Finances and disclosures
- Price:$980,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$328.2
- Tax amount:$3,920 (2025)
Features and amenities
- Appliances:Dishwasher, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator w/Ice Maker, Smooth Stovetop Rnge
- Amenities:Guest Quarters, Pantry
Parking
- Garage:Yes
- Garage spaces:2
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