3 Beds
3 Baths
Full Baths: 2 Half Baths: 1
2,835 SqFt
10,018 Lot Size
2003 Year Built

Welcome to 244 Tequesta Drive, an exceptional lakefront home in the highly sought-after gated community of Emerald Lakes. Meticulously maintained and beautifully updated, this spacious residence offers peaceful water views, soaring 10 to 12-foot ceilings, crown molding, abundant natural light, and an open floor plan designed for comfortable living and effortless entertaining. Features include wood, tile, and carpet flooring, granite countertops, updated kitchen appliances, natural gas fireplace, a natural gas outdoor grill, and multiple living areas that provide exceptional flexibility, including the option for a formal living and dining room. The private office offers a quiet workspace, while the spacious primary suite features a sitting area overlooking the lake. Major updates include a new roof installed in 2020 and both HVAC systems replaced in 2025, providing added value and peace of mind. Enjoy relaxing or entertaining outdoors while taking in the tranquil lake views. Additional highlights include a central vacuum system, in-wall pest control system, and a spacious side-entry two car garage. Emerald Lakes offers a gated entrance, beautifully maintained grounds, community pool, tennis courts, and a prime central Destin location just minutes from white-sand beaches, shopping, dining, championship golf, boating, and top-rated schools. This exceptional home truly offers the perfect combination of luxury, comfort, and location.

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PROPERTY DETAIL

Key Details

Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Detached Single Family
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 2, 835 sqft
Price per Sqft $282
Subdivision Emerald Lakes
MLS Listing ID 1008566
Style Mediterranean
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 2
Half Baths 1
HOA Fees $345/qua
HOA Y/N Yes
Year Built 2003
Annual Tax Amount $4,729
Tax Year 2025
Lot Size 10,018 Sqft
Acres 0.23
Lot Dimensions 108x141x68x140
Property Sub-Type Detached Single Family
Source Emerald Coast Association of REALTORS®
Land Area 2835
Location

State FL
County Okaloosa
Community Bbq Pit/Grill, Fishing, Gated Community, Pavillion/Gazebo, Pets Allowed, Picnic Area, Playground, Pool, Tennis
Area 14 - Destin
Zoning Resid Single Family
Direction From the Destin Commons head east and Emerald Lakes will be on your left at a Stop Light. Once you enter Emerald Lakes the home will be down on the left.
Rooms

Family Room true
Primary Bedroom Level Main
Master Bedroom true
Kitchen true
Building

Lot Description Interior, Level, Restrictions, Sidewalk
Faces From the Destin Commons head east and Emerald Lakes will be on your left at a Stop Light. Once you enter Emerald Lakes the home will be down on the left.
Story 1
Foundation Slab
Sewer Public Sewer
Architectural Style Mediterranean
New Construction No

Interior

Interior Features Built-In Bookcases, Ceiling Crwn Molding, Ceiling Raised, Ceiling Tray/Cofferd, Fireplace, Fireplace 2+, Kitchen Island, Lighting Recessed, Newly Painted, Pantry, Pull Down Stairs, Washer/Dryer Hookup
Heating Central
Cooling Ceiling Fans, Central Air
Flooring Floor Hardwood, Floor Tile, Floor WW Carpet
Fireplaces Type Fireplace Gas
Furnishings Furnished - All
Fireplace Yes
Window Features Window Treatment All,Double Pane Windows
Appliance Auto Garage Door Opn, Central Vacuum, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Oven Self Cleaning, Range Hood, Refrigerator W/IceMk, Security System, Smoke Detector, Smooth Stovetop Rnge, Stove/Oven Electric, Washer, Water Heater - Elect
Laundry true
Exterior

Exterior Feature BBQ Pit/Grill, Lawn Pump, Pavillion/Gazebo, Sprinkler System, Tennis Court, Yard Building, Open Deck, Covered Deck, Yard Building, BBQ / Grill, Sprinkler System, Lawn Pump, Gazebo, Renovated
Garage Spaces 2.0
Pool Pool Type
Community Features BBQ Pit/Grill, Fishing, Gated Community, Pavillion/Gazebo, Pets Allowed, Picnic Area, Playground, Pool, Tennis
Utilities Available Electric, Phone, Public Water, TV Cable
Waterfront Description Lake
View Lake
Roof Type Composite Shingle
Street Surface Paved
Porch Deck Covered, Deck Open
Road Frontage Private Road
Garage Yes
Schools

Elementary Schools Destin
Middle Schools Destin
High Schools Fort Walton Beach
Others

Pets Allowed No
HOA Fee Include Accounting, Ground Keeping, Legal, Management
Tax ID 00-2S-22-0979-000G-0050
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