1848 E County Highway 30A UNIT 8, Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459

New Listing
$4,750,000
Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 3 Baths: 3 Square Footage: 2,560 Status: Active
Current Price: $4,750,000 List Date: 6/29/2026 Last Modified: 6/29/2026

Description

Welcome to one of the most desirable Gulf-front residences in all of WaterColor. Perfectly positioned on the first level of this intimate beachfront condominium, Unit 8 offers an exceptionally rare combination of direct walk-out access to the building's exclusive Gulfside pool, immediate access to the sugar-white sands of the Emerald Coast, and breathtaking panoramic Gulf views--all within one of 30A's most prestigious resort communities. Unlike upper-floor residences, this home lives much like a true beachfront retreat, seamlessly blending indoor and outdoor living. Step directly from your private porch to the pool deck, then continue just a few steps farther to the beach, creating an effortless coastal lifestyle that is seldom found among luxury Gulf-front condominiums. Ideally positioned between WaterColor and Seaside, Residence 8 spans approximately 2,560 square feet across two levels and lives more like a beachfront home than a condominium. Showcasing sweeping Gulf of Mexico views, the residence features three bedrooms, three full bathrooms, and a bonus bunk room with custom bunks, creating the perfect layout for family enjoyment and strong rental performance. Extensively updated and offered fully furnished, the residence is truly turnkey. Recent improvements include a beautifully renovated kitchen, custom inset cabinetry throughout, upgraded countertops, designer furnishings, and brand-new windows and doors that enhance both aesthetics and functionality while

Supplements: maximizing natural light and Gulf views. Designed to embrace its extraordinary beachfront setting, the home features two spacious covered porches that provide multiple outdoor living and dining spaces overlooking the emerald waters and sugar-white sand beaches below. Whether enjoying a morning sunrise, afternoon sea breeze, or evening sunset, the expansive porches create a seamless connection between indoor and outdoor living. Owners enjoy exclusive access to the building's private gulf-side swimming pool just steps from the beach--an amenity rarely found along 30A. Further distinguishing this offering are two covered parking spaces and a dedicated exterior storage unit, providing a level of convenience seldom available in comparable gulf-front residences. Ownership includes access to WaterColor's unparalleled collection of resort amenities, including the iconic Gulf-front Beach Club, Camp WaterColor's pools, lazy river and waterslides, Western Lake paddleboarding and kayaking, tennis and pickleball courts, beautifully maintained parks, and miles of scenic walking and biking trails throughout the community. Currently operating as a successful vacation rental, this residence offers the flexibility of immediate income generation while serving as an exceptional second home or legacy family retreat. Combining one of the most desirable locations on 30A, panoramic Gulf views, extensive renovations, private pool access, two covered parking spaces, dedicated storage, and the unmatched WaterColor lifestyle, Residence 8 represents one of the rarest ownership opportunities currently available along the Emerald Coast.

More Information MLS# 1006497

General Property Info

userdefined76: 6 Sub-Type: Condominium Design: N/A SqFt Source: Appraiser Balcony SqFt: 481 Stories In Unit: 2 # of Units in Bldg: 16 Stories in Building: 4 Unit Floors Above Ground: 2 Immediate Occupancy: Yes Pre-Const Flip: No Garage: Yes Carport: Yes Carport Spaces: 0 Covered Spaces: 2 Driveway Spaces: 0 Street Spaces: 0 Assigned Spaces: 2 Pool: Yes Pool Type: Community Apx SqFt(Htd/Cooled): 2560 Bedrooms: 3 Full Baths: 3 Total Bathrooms: 3 Year Built: 2001 Garage Spaces: 2

Contract Info

Listing Board: Emerald Coast List Price/SqFt: 1855.47 List Date: 2026-06-29 Current Price: $4,750,000 List Price: $4,750,000

Location, Tax and Legal

Unit #: UNIT 8 Sub Area: 1806 - S of of 30A/East Elementary School: Van R Butler Middle School: Emerald Coast High School: South Walton Legal Description: UNIT 8 WATERCOLOR BEACHSIDE CONDO AND INTEREST IN ALL COMMON ELEMENTS & APPURTENANT LIMITED COMMON AREAS AS DESC OR 2931-4104 FKA UNIT 8 WATERCOLOR TOWN CENTER HOMES, BEACHSIDE I OR 2379-545 OR 2379-547 OR 2541-639 OR 2603-858 OR 2894-337

Listing Info, Tax & Legal

Homestead: No Is Subject Leased: No Assessment Fees: Yes Assessment Amount: 9883.73 Annual Assessment Amount: 39534.92 Assessment Paid: Quarterly New Buyer Fee: Yes New Buyer Fee Amt: 300 New Buyer Fee Paid: $ Last Taxes: 23911.25 Last Tax Year: 2025 Brokerage Interest: No Interest As Is: No

Remarks & Misc

Remarks: Welcome to one of the most desirable Gulf-front residences in all of WaterColor. Perfectly positioned on the first level of this intimate beachfront condominium, Unit 8 offers an exceptionally rare combination of direct walk-out access to the building's exclusive Gulfside pool, immediate access to the sugar-white sands of the Emerald Coast, and breathtaking panoramic Gulf views--all within one of 30A's most prestigious resort communities. Unlike upper-floor residences, this home lives much like a true beachfront retreat, seamlessly blending indoor and outdoor living. Step directly from your private porch to the pool deck, then continue just a few steps farther to the beach, creating an effortless coastal lifestyle that is seldom found among luxury Gulf-front condominiums. Ideally positioned between WaterColor and Seaside, Residence 8 spans approximately 2,560 square feet across two levels and lives more like a beachfront home than a condominium. Showcasing sweeping Gulf of Mexico views, the residence features three bedrooms, three full bathrooms, and a bonus bunk room with custom bunks, creating the perfect layout for family enjoyment and strong rental performance. Extensively updated and offered fully furnished, the residence is truly turnkey. Recent improvements include a beautifully renovated kitchen, custom inset cabinetry throughout, upgraded countertops, designer furnishings, and brand-new windows and doors that enhance both aesthetics and functionality while

Waterfront

Gulf: 1 Unit Waterfront: 1

Construction Status

Construction Complete: 1

Parking Features

Garage Attached: 1

Waterview

Gulf: 1

Project Facilities

BBQ Pit/Grill: 1 Beach: 1 Community Room: 1 Deed Access: 1 Dock: 1 Dumpster: 1 Elevators: 1 Exercise Room: 1 Fishing: 1 Game Room: 1 Pavillion/Gazebo: 1 Pets Allowed: 1 Pickle Ball: 1 Picnic Area: 1 Playground: 1 Pool: 1 Project: 1 Separate Storage: 1 Short Term Rental - Allowed: 1 Tennis: 1 TV Cable: 1 Waterfront: 1

Utilities

Electric: 1 Gas - Natural: 1 Phone: 1 Public Sewer: 1 Public Water: 1 TV Cable: 1

Exterior

Balcony: 1 BBQ Pit/Grill: 1 Deck Covered: 1 Pool - In-Ground: 1 Porch: 1 Separate Living Area: 1

Interior

Breakfast Bar: 1 Elevator: 1 Floor Hardwood: 1 Floor Tile: 1 Furnished - All: 1 Lighting Recessed: 1 Pantry: 1 Window Treatment All: 1

Financing

Conventional: 1

Appliances

Dishwasher: 1 Dryer: 1 Microwave: 1 Refrigerator W/IceMk: 1 Smoke Detector: 1 Stove/Oven Gas: 1 Washer: 1

Energy

AC - Central Elect: 1 Ceiling Fans: 1 Heat Cntrl Electric: 1 Water Heater - Elect: 1

Mstr Bdrm/Mstr Bath

MBath Double Vanity: 1 MBath Garden Tub: 1 MBath Tile: 1 MBed Balcony: 1 MBed Trey Ceiling: 1 MBed Waterfront: 1

Master Bedroom

Second: 1

Bedroom

First: 1 Second: 1

Living Room

First: 1 Second: 1

Rooms

Bedroom: 1 Dining Room: 1 Living Room: 1 Master Bedroom: 1

Fees Include

Accounting: 1 Ground Keeping: 1 Insurance: 1 Internet Service: 1 Land Recreation: 1 Legal: 1 Master Association: 1 Recreational Faclty: 1 Security: 1 Services: 1 Trash: 1 TV Cable: 1

Status Change Info

Status: Active

Location Tax and Legal

Area: 18 - 30A East Street #: 1848 Street Direction: E Street Name: County Highway 30A State: FL Zip Code: 32459 County: Walton Project Name/Subdivision: WATERCOLOR Parcel ID: 15-3S-19-25409-000-0080

Property Features

Construction Status: Construction Complete Waterfront: Gulf; Unit Waterfront Waterview: Gulf Parking Features: Garage Attached Project Facilities: BBQ Pit/Grill; Beach; Community Room; Deed Access; Dock; Dumpster; Elevators; Exercise Room; Fishing; Game Room; Pavillion/Gazebo; Pets Allowed; Pickle Ball; Picnic Area; Playground; Pool; Project; Separate Storage; Short Term Rental - Allowed; Tennis; TV Cable; Waterfront Exterior: Balcony; BBQ Pit/Grill; Deck Covered; Pool - In-Ground; Porch; Separate Living Area Interior: Breakfast Bar; Elevator; Floor Hardwood; Floor Tile; Furnished - All; Lighting Recessed; Pantry; Window Treatment All Appliances: Dishwasher; Dryer; Microwave; Refrigerator W/IceMk; Smoke Detector; Stove/Oven Gas; Washer Utilities: Electric; Gas - Natural; Phone; Public Sewer; Public Water; TV Cable Energy: AC - Central Elect; Ceiling Fans; Heat Cntrl Electric; Water Heater - Elect Master Bedroom: Second Bedroom: First; Second Living Room: First; Second Rooms: Bedroom; Dining Room; Living Room; Master Bedroom Financing: Conventional Fees Include: Accounting; Ground Keeping; Insurance; Internet Service; Land Recreation; Legal; Master Association; Recreational Faclty; Security; Services; Trash; TV Cable

Room Information

Master Bedroom Level: Second Dimensions: 15 x 14 Length: 15.00 Width: 14.00 Dimensions: 15 x 14 Bedroom Level: Second Dimensions: 12 x 12 Length: 12.00 Width: 12.00 Dimensions: 12 x 12 Bedroom Level: First Dimensions: 15 x 14 Length: 15.00 Width: 14.00 Dimensions: 15 x 14 Living Room Level: First Dimensions: 16 x 15 Length: 16.00 Width: 15.00 Dimensions: 16 x 15 Living Room Level: Second Dimensions: 18 x 16 Length: 18.00 Width: 16.00 Dimensions: 18 x 16 Dining Room Level: Second Dimensions: 16 x 11 Length: 16.00 Width: 11.00 Dimensions: 16 x 11
Listing Office: Scenic Sotheby's International Realty
Last Updated: June - 29 - 2026
Broker Attribution: 850-714-4252

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