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Silver Shells Condos for Sale in Destin, FL

Silver Shells is a gated, roughly 30-acre Gulf-front resort on Emerald Coast Parkway in Destin, next to Henderson Beach State Park. Six towers share about 1,000 feet of private beach, a lagoon-style pool, an indoor heated pool, a fitness center and a beachside grill. Rental rules differ by tower, so the building you choose matters as much as the unit.

  • 8 for sale
  • Asking $850,000–$2,350,000
  • 27 sold in the last 12 months
  • Median sale ~$1,335,000
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Listing counts and prices from the Emerald Coast MLS, checked November 10, 2026. The listings below update automatically.

What Silver Shells condos are selling for, by tower

Tower Sales (12 mo) Sold range Median $/sq ft Asking now Short-term rentals
St. Lucia (15100) · 2005 6 $605,000–$1,165,000 ~$461 $850,000–$879,000 Allowed
St. Maarten (15200) · 1999 3 $1,630,000–$1,720,000 ~$1,016 $1,850,000 Allowed
St. Croix (15300) · 1999 6 $500,000–$1,380,000 ~$751 None listed Allowed*
St. Thomas (15400) · 2000 7 $1,335,000–$2,800,000 ~$838 $1,500,000–$2,350,000 Not allowed
St. Barth (15500) · 2005 5 $887,500–$1,575,000 ~$637 $1,295,000 Not allowed

Rental rules from current MLS listings; *St. Croix from local sources. St. Kitts (15600), the newest tower, is not broken out here.

What this means for buyers: Silver Shells trades often for a resort its size, with 27 sales in the past year. Prices vary a lot by tower: St. Lucia sells for about $461 per square foot, while St. Maarten tops $1,000. Sellers closed at a median of about 7% below their last list price, and 26 of 27 sales came in under list. If you're buying for rental income, rule out St. Thomas and St. Barth first, since neither allows short-term rentals.

Silver Shells at a glance

Address
15000 Emerald Coast Pkwy, Destin, FL 32541 (towers at 15100–15600)
Area
East Destin, next to Henderson Beach State Park
Built
1999–2005; St. Kitts completed 2022
Towers
St. Lucia, St. Maarten, St. Croix, St. Thomas, St. Barth and St. Kitts
Unit mix
Studios to 4-bedroom penthouses
Rentals
Allowed in some towers, not others (see table)
HOA
About $4,600–$6,700 per quarter in current listings

Amenities

Beach
About 1,000 feet of private Gulf beach
Pools
Lagoon pool with waterfall, indoor heated pool and kids' pool
Security
Gated entry
Fitness
Fitness center, tennis and pickleball
Dining
Beachside tiki grill on site

Building details come from MLS listing data and public sources, and should be confirmed with the tower's association before you buy.

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Silver Shells FAQ

Can you rent out a Silver Shells condo?

It depends on the tower. Current MLS listings show short-term rentals allowed in St. Maarten and St. Lucia, and local sources report the same for St. Croix. St. Thomas and St. Barth listings show short-term rentals not allowed. Confirm the current rules with the tower’s association before you buy.

How much are Silver Shells HOA fees?

Current listings show quarterly dues of about $4,600 to $6,700, or roughly $1,540 to $2,245 a month, depending on the tower and unit size. Ask what the dues cover, including insurance and the master association.

How much do Silver Shells condos cost?

In the past 12 months, 27 condos sold for $500,000 to $2,800,000, with a median of about $1,335,000. Condos for sale now are asking $850,000 to $2,350,000.

Which Silver Shells tower is best?

St. Lucia is the entry point on price. St. Maarten and St. Thomas sell for the most per square foot. If rental income matters, focus on St. Maarten, St. Lucia or St. Croix. If you want an owner-occupied building, St. Thomas and St. Barth do not allow short-term rentals.

Is Silver Shells gated and on the beach?

Yes. Silver Shells is a gated, roughly 30-acre resort with about 1,000 feet of private beach on the Gulf, next to Henderson Beach State Park.

Where is Silver Shells in Destin?

Silver Shells is at 15000 Emerald Coast Parkway (Highway 98) in east Destin, next to Henderson Beach State Park and a short drive from Destin Commons and HarborWalk Village.

Are there special assessments or inspection issues?

Ask for the tower’s current budget, reserve study, structural integrity reserve study (SIRS) and milestone inspection status before you make an offer. Each tower has its own association, so check the specific building. Jason can request these for any unit you are considering.

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