261 White Heron Drive, Santa Rosa Beach

$785,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,808 Sqft
¼ Acre
2 Garages

Rare opportunity to be on 30A backing up to preserve under $800k! Extensively renovated over the last two years, this 3-bedroom plus dedicated home office sits on a private quarter-acre lot backing directly to a protected state forest preserve.

Step into an airy, light-filled open-concept layout featuring premium wide-plank LVP flooring and upgraded designer lighting throughout. The reimagined kitchen is built for entertaining, showcasing an oversized center island, new countertops, custom plaster vent hood, tiled backsplash, and stainless steel appliances.

The primary suite serves as a quiet sanctuary with dual closets featuring custom built-in systems and a spa bath with a custom glass walk-in tile shower and double vanity.
Both bathrooms have been completely transformed with stunning floor-to-ceiling tilework, new vanities, and upgraded fixtures. The laundry room offers added utility with custom built-in cabinetry.

Outdoors, a new timber deck overlooks a flat, fully fenced yard with serene preserve views and plenty of room to add a pool. Located in a quiet neighborhood with low HOA fees and no short-term rentals--just minutes from Topsail Hill Preserve, 30A beach accesses, dining favorites (Stinky's, Shunk Gulley, 3 Sons), and the new Club 30A gym.

Essential Information
MLS® #1008708
Price$785,000
Sold Price$760,000
Date Sold$2026-09-08
Bedrooms3
Bathrooms2.00
Full Baths2
Square Footage1,808
Acres0.25
Year Built1996
TypeResidential
Sub-TypeDetached Single Family
StyleRanch
StatusSold
Community Information
Address261 White Heron Drive
Area17 - 30A West
SubdivisionEmerald Walk
CitySanta Rosa Beach
CountyWalton
StateFL
Zip Code32459
Amenities
# of Garages2
Utilities

Community Sewer, Community Water

Interior
HeatingHeat Pump
# of Stories1
Interior Features

Bookcases, Newly Painted, Washer/Dryer Hookup

Appliances

Cooktop, Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer

Exterior
Lot DescriptionCovenants, Interior Lot, Level
WindowsWindow Treatments
RoofMetal
ConstructionStucco
FoundationSlab
Exterior Features

Private Yard, Lawn Pump, Sprinkler System

School Information
ElementaryVan R Butler
MiddleEmerald Coast
HighSouth Walton
Additional Information
Days on Website79
ZoningResid Single Family
Listing Details
OfficeCompass
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Listing information last updated on October 16th, 2026 at 7:22am CDT.