1096 Scenic Gulf Dr, Unit PH 1602

2,615 Sq. Ft.
$519 / Sq. Ft.
2,615
Sq. Ft.
$519
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Very rarely does a direct Gulf front facing, luxury penthouse appear on the market at Destin Surfside Resort, but here is an opportunity to acquire PH 1602. Perched up on the 16th and 17th floors, with private keyed elevator access, sits this beautifully remodeled west end unit with it's spectacular panoramic views from the Gulf to the Bay. The amazing coastline views to the west are truly breathtaking and are completed by romantic sunsets all year round, followed by the night lights of Destin. The...Very rarely does a direct Gulf front facing, luxury penthouse appear on the market at Destin Surfside Resort, but here is an opportunity to acquire PH 1602. Perched up on the 16th and 17th floors, with private keyed elevator access, sits this beautifully remodeled west end unit with it's spectacular panoramic views from the Gulf to the Bay. The amazing coastline views to the west are truly breathtaking and are completed by romantic sunsets all year round, followed by the night lights of Destin. The south and west facing walls have ceiling to floor windows allowing views out to the Gulf from almost every room. There are two separate balconies on the 16th floor, one accessed from the living area and the other one off the dining area, kitchen and bedrooms, all face the Gulf and are spacious. The deck on the 17th floor is unusually large at approximately 1,007 sq. ft. There is an approximate 1,283 feet of total outdoor living space, making another rare feature in this unit, and the perfect place to take in all of those fabulous views! The penthouse offers two master suites, one on each floor. Both have been updated, and the master suite on the 17th floor has been recently remodeled with it's lovely spa like bathroom, which includes an oversized shower for two, double sink vanity, stylish quartz counters, all new plumbing and lighting fixtures, tile flooring, mirrors, and a water closet with new commode. There is also a full sized washer and dryer that has been added off the master suite on that floor and a full sized washer and dryer on the 16th floor, as well. Both master en-suites have walk-in closets and dressing areas, but the walk-in closet on the 17th floor is extremely large and easily enough space for full time residents. Tile flooring runs throughout the entire unit with no carpeting for ease of care. Also featured are 10 foot ceilings, crown moldings, and the entire unit has been freshly painted. There are high end, motorized solar shades covering the windows in the living, dining, and kitchen which is a wonderful touch and very upscale! Only the penthouse offers a fabulous jetted hot tub, complete with a dolphin waterfall feature, located on the 17th floor's large deck. There is also an outdoor serving area making this is the perfect place to unwind and take a soak in the spa under the stars and moon. How romantic. Or enjoy the cool Gulf breezes, get a little sun, read a good book, have your favorite beverage and a meal, al fresco, all while taking in the extreme beauty that is our Miramar Beach. The kitchen has also been remodeled. The large granite breakfast bar, with seating for six, opens out to the dining and living areas making the perfect gathering spot to entertain guests while cooking. The pretty white custom cabinetry in the kitchen allow for ample storage along with the large granite serving bar. The appliances have been replaced including the built-in Ferguson ice maker and Bosch dishwasher and GE smooth top double oven range. The new glass top dining table comfortably seats eight and this all overlooks the Gulf. The unit is certainly large enough for the entire family to gather or just the right size for two. Selling fully furnished, with a few exemptions, it's in move-in condition and ready to go. This property has been lovingly cared for by it's current owners as a full time residence, but investors take notice, these spacious, penthouse units cab be high grossing rental properties. The 17th floor HVAC was replaced in 2017, and the HVAC on the 16th floor was replaced in 2010. Surfside has a chiller system and therefore the HVAC systems do operate for a long time. The hot water is on a boiler system and never runs out. There are no hot water heaters inside the units. Destin Surfside is an extremely well built CAT 5, concrete and steel building. There is even a skywalk over the road from the pool deck making getting to the beach safe and easy for all. The beach is privately owned by The Surfside HOA, and there are daily beach set ups and a full time beach attendant on duty during season. Destin Surfside is also an extremely well maintained property and it's active HOA is well funded. Destin Surfside Resort offers an on site full service front desk in the lobby, a large Gulf view pool with two heated spas, sun deck, kiddie pool, an on-site Gulf view restaurant, pool side bar, beach side bar, state of the art fitness center with sauna, lighted tennis and sport deck, two multi-level attached parking garages one for use of the owners only, the other one for their guests, heated and cooled interior corridors, three elevators, a full service restaurant which includes room service, a beauty salon and day spa, outdoor grilling and picnic areas and a full time maintenance and security staff on-site. Surfside Resort is a family, favorite, beach, vacation destination and many repeat guests come year after year to enjoy the resort. Do not miss viewing this unique and one of a kind property, it will not disappoint. Call for a private showing.
  1. Listed by Susan A Marks • Brokerage DRE #3124790 • Destin Exclusive Real Estate
    P: (850)-376-5328 C: (850)-376-5328 susan@destinexclusive.com

Property Details for 1096 Scenic Gulf Drive, Unit PH 1602

View
Gulf, Lake, Bay
Architectural Style
N/A
Subdivision Name
DESTIN SURFSIDE CONDO
LISTING UPDATED: 10/22/2024 09:45 PM

Property Details for 1096 Scenic Gulf Drive, Unit PH 1602

StatusSold
MLS #870205
Days on Market5
Taxes$3,324 / year
HOA Fees$4,575 / quarter
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeCondo
MLS TypeResidential / Condominium
Year Built1986
CountyWalton County

Location

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Building Information for 1096 Scenic Gulf Drive, Unit PH 1602

Building/Complex1096 Scenic Gulf DrFloor-Stories17Residences202Pet Policy-Pet Policy Details-Year Built1986

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$8,421 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$6,619

Property Taxes

$277

HOA Dues

$1,525

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Property Information for 1096 Scenic Gulf Drive, Unit PH 1602

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Community Features: BBQ Pit/Grill, Beach, Dumpster, Elevators, Exercise Room, Handicap Provisions, Laundry, Pavillion/Gazebo, Pets Allowed, Picnic Area, Pool, Sauna/Steam Room, Tennis, TV Cable, Waterfront, Whirlpool
  • Directions: Traveling on Highway 98 going east, take a right (south) onto Holiday Road. Then at Scenic 98 take a left (east) and Destin Surfside will be about a 1/2 mile on the left.
  • MLS Area Minor: 1502 - Miramar Beach S. of 98 w/exception of Sandestin Resort
  • MLS Area Major: 15 - Miramar/Sandestin Resort
  • Latitude: 30.375729
  • Longitude: -86.366668
  • Location Tax and Legal:Sub Area: 1502 - Miramar Beach S. of 98 w/exception of Sandestin Resort
  • Location Tax and Legal:Elementary School: Van R Butler
  • Location Tax and Legal:Middle School: Emerald Coast
  • Location Tax and Legal:High School: South Walton
  • Location Tax and Legal:Legal Description: UNIT 1602 DESTIN SURFSIDE CONDO & INT IN COMMON ELEMENTS AS RECD IN OR 383-389 OR 1823
  • Project Facilities: BBQ PitGrill2, Beach, Dumpster, Elevators, Exercise Room, Handicap Provisions2, Laundry, PavillionGazebo2, Pets Allowed2, Picnic Area, Pool2, SaunaSteam Room, Tennis, TV Cable3, Waterfront, Whirlpool
  • General Property Info Beach Frontage: 330.0
  • Garage 2: true
Taxes and HOA
  • Association Fee Frequency: Quarterly
  • Association Fee Includes: Accounting, Ground Keeping, Insurance, Internet Service, Management, Recreational Faclty, Security, Services, Sewer, Water, Cable TV, Trash
  • Association Fee2: $4,575
  • Tax Legal Description: UNIT 1602 DESTIN SURFSIDE CONDO & INT IN COMMON ELEMENTS AS RECD IN OR 383-389 OR 1823
  • Parcel Number: 32-2S-21-42600-016-0200
  • Association Fee: $0
  • Association YN: Yes
  • Tax Annual Amount: $3,324
  • Listing Info Tax Legal:Last Taxes: $3,324
  • Listing Info Tax Legal:Last Tax Year: 2020.0
School Information
  • Elementary School: Van R Butler
  • Middle Or Junior School: Emerald Coast
  • High School: South Walton
Parking
  • Carport YN: No
  • Attached Garage YN: Yes
  • Parking Features: Golf Cart Covered, Guest
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Parking Features: Garage Attached, Golf Cart Covered, Guest
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Property
Lot Information
  • Building Area Source: Condo Docs
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.0
  • Lot Size Area: 0.0
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Property Condition: Construction Complete
  • Building Area Total: 2615.0
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 0.0
  • General Property Info:SqFt Source: Condo Docs
  • General Property Info:Balcony SqFt: 1283.0
  • Waterview: Bay2, Coastal Dune Lakes2, Gulf2
Property and Assessments
  • Tax Year: 2020.0
  • Floor Plans Count: 0.0
  • Property Type: Residential, Condo
  • Year Built: 1986.0
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Number Of Buildings: 202.0
  • General Property Info:Sub-Type: Condominium
  • General Property Info:Design: N/A
  • General Property Info:Pre-Const Flip: false
  • Listing Info Tax Legal:Homestead: true
  • Construction Status: Construction Complete
  • Construction Siding: Concrete, Foundation On Piling, Roof Concrete, Roof Flat, Steel, Stucco
  • Occupancy Status: Occupied
Utilities
  • Sewer: True
  • Utilities: Electric, Phone, Public Sewer, Public Water, TV Cable
  • Electric: True
  • Utilities: Electric, Phone2, Public Sewer, Public Water, TV Cable
  • Energy: AC - 2 or More, AC - Central Elect, Ceiling Fans, Double Pane Windows, Heat - Two or More, Heat Cntrl Electric, Solar Screens, Tinted Windows, Water Heater - Tnkls
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Balcony, Deck Open, Hot Tub, Renovated, Sprinkler System
  • Construction Materials: Concrete, Foundation On Piling, Roof Concrete, Roof Flat, Steel, Stucco
  • Pool Features: Pool Type
  • Stories Total: 17.0
  • General Property Info:Stories In Unit: 2.0
  • General Property Info:# of Units in Bldg: 202.0
  • General Property Info:Stories in Building: 17.0
  • General Property Info:Unit Floors Above Ground: 17.0
  • General Property Info:Pool: Yes
  • General Property Info:Pool Type: Community
  • Exterior: Balcony, Deck Open, Hot Tub, Renovated, Sprinkler System
Interior Features
  • Heating: Central
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
  • Interior Features: Breakfast Bar, Ceiling Crwn Molding, Floor Tile, Furnished - Some, Lighting Recessed, Newly Painted, Owner's Closet, Pantry, Renovated, Shelving, Skylight(s), Walls Mirrored, Window Treatment All, Woodwork Painted
  • Window Features: Double Pane Windows, Solar Screens, Tinted Windows
  • Room Type: Living Room, Dining Area, Kitchen, Balcony, Master Bathroom, Bedroom, Office, Full Bathroom, Foyer
  • Rooms Total: 13.0
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 3.0
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 3.0
  • Bathrooms Total Notational: 3.0
  • Cooling YN: Yes
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Bedrooms Total: 3.0
  • Bathrooms Full: 3.0
  • Bathrooms Half: 0.0
  • Interior: Breakfast Bar, Ceiling Crwn Molding, Floor Tile, Furnished - Some, Lighting Recessed, Newly Painted, Owner's Closet, Pantry, Renovated2, Shelving, Skylight(s), Walls Mirrored, Window Treatment All, Woodwork Painted
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Fire AlarmSprinkler, Ice Machine, Microwave, Oven Self Cleaning, Refrigerator WIceMk, Smoke Detector, Smooth Stovetop Rnge, StoveOven Electric, Washer
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Length: 15.0
  • Room Width: 14.0
  • Room Dimensions: 15 x 14
Room 2
  • Room Type: Dining Area
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Length: 15.0
  • Room Width: 14.0
  • Room Dimensions: 15 x 14
Room 3
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Width: 8.0
  • Room Dimensions: 12 x 8
Room 4
  • Room Type: Balcony
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Length: 28.0
  • Room Width: 6.0
  • Room Dimensions: 28 x 6
Room 5
  • Room Type: Master Bathroom
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Length: 18.0
  • Room Width: 14.0
  • Room Description: Unit has 2 master bedrooms, one on main floor.
  • Room Dimensions: 18 x 14
Room 6
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Length: 14.0
  • Room Width: 11.0
  • Room Dimensions: 14 x 11
Room 7
  • Room Type: Master Bathroom
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Length: 18.0
  • Room Description: Unit has 2 master bedrooms one on second floor.
  • Room Dimensions: 18 x 14
Room 8
  • Room Type: Balcony
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Length: 20.0
  • Room Width: 12.0
  • Room Dimensions: 20 x 12
Room 9
  • Room Type: Master Bathroom
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Length: 14.0
  • Room Width: 14.0
  • Room Dimensions: 14 x 14
Room 10
  • Room Type: Office
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Length: 10.0
  • Room Width: 8.0
  • Room Dimensions: 10 x 8
Room 11
  • Room Type: Master Bathroom
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Length: 9.0
  • Room Width: 9.0
  • Room Dimensions: 9 x 9
Room 12
  • Room Type: Full Bathroom
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Length: 9.0
  • Room Width: 9.0
  • Room Dimensions: 9 x 9
Multi Family
Multi Family Information
  • Number Of Units In Community: 202.0
Rental
Rent Information
  • General Property Info:Immediate Occupancy: true
  • Listing Info Tax Legal:Is Subject Leased: false

Property History for 1096 Scenic Gulf Drive, Unit PH 1602

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 21, 2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1464858384

$1,358,100

+0.9% / yr

Jun 21, 2021

Sold

ECAR #870205

$1,358,025—
May 1, 2021

Pending

ECAR #870205

—
Apr 26, 2021

Listed (Active)

ECAR #870205

$1,425,000—
Sep 30, 2004

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #146228849

$1,175,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/21/2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1464858384

$1,358,100

+0.9% / yr

06/21/2021

Sold

ECAR #870205

$1,358,025
05/01/2021

Pending

ECAR #870205

—
04/26/2021

Listed (Active)

ECAR #870205

$1,425,000
09/30/2004

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #146228849

$1,175,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 1096 Scenic Gulf Drive, Unit PH 1602

Taxable ValueLand-Additions$1,154,538Total-
Tax Record2024$10,739 ($895 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Lot Size115 SqFtStyleCondominiumCountyWALTONAPN32-2S-21-42600-016-0200

Schools near 1096 Scenic Gulf Drive, Unit PH 1602

This home is within Walton.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Charter - 5 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Van R. Butler Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Emerald Coast Middle School
Public6 to 8

South Walton High School
Public9 to 12

Seaside Neighborhood School
Charter5 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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