518 Blue Mountain Road, Santa Rosa Beach, FL, 32459

Price Reduction - Waterfront

Address

518 Blue Mountain Road, Santa Rosa Beach, FL

Listing Type

Active

Price

$ 8,900,000

Property Attributes

MLS#1004685
TypeSingle Family
Listing Status Active
CountyWalton
CitySanta Rosa Beach
Area30A West
NeighborhoodBLUE MOUNTAIN BEACH
Zip32459
StyleBeach House
Year Built1970
Taxes$ 32097
Price$ 8,900,000
Bedrooms4
Full Bathrooms2
Half Bathrooms0
Sqr Footage1760
Lot Size0.45 Acres

Data Source:

Emerald Coast MLS (ECAR)

Property Description

This is the only Gulf-front home currently available in Blue Mountain Beach and sits at the highest natural elevation along the Florida Panhandle and the entire Gulf Coast--undoubtedly an extraordinary distinction in one of 30A's most tightly held stretches of coastline. With the most recent Gulf-front sale reaching $16,700,000 and another sale with similar frontage closing at $16,300,000, recent market activity underscores the increasing value of Blue Mountain Beach Gulf-front property and the scarcity of opportunities offering this combination of frontage, natural elevation, privacy and setting. A rare and irreplaceable opportunity in the heart of Blue Mountain Beach, this legacy Gulf-front property has been held by the same family since 1970 and has never before been offered for sale in its 56-year history. Offering approximately 75 feet of direct Gulf frontage and nearly 30 feet of natural elevation, this is the kind of coastal asset builders, investors and legacy buyers can wait years to secure. Its development potential is equally compelling. As a grandfathered lot, the property benefits from approximately 5-foot side setbacks--an increasingly valuable advantage when designing on Gulf-front land. Combined with its generous width, mostly cleared homesite, existing seawall and ownership rights extending to the mean high water line, these characteristics provide exceptional flexibility for future design and the potential to accommodate a substantially larger Its development potential is equally compelling. As a grandfathered lot, the property benefits from approximately 5-foot side setbacks--an increasingly valuable advantage when designing on Gulf-front land. Combined with its generous width, mostly cleared homesite, existing seawall and ownership rights extending to the mean high water line, these characteristics provide exceptional flexibility for future design and the potential to accommodate a substantially larger residential footprint while preserving valuable space for a pool and expansive Gulf-front outdoor living. But the numbers only tell part of the story. Standing here is an entirely different experience. From this remarkable natural elevation, the coastline seems to wrap around you like a horseshoe, creating the feeling of being at the center of an extraordinary stretch of the Gulf. The view extends west toward Destin and east toward Panama City Beach, with miles of coastline unfolding in both directions. Even from the main floor of the existing cottage, the Gulf fills your field of vision and creates the remarkable sensation of sitting almost directly above the water. That is part of what makes Blue Mountain Beach different. You don't necessarily have to build high to capture extraordinary Gulf views--the land itself provides the vantage point. Nearly 30 feet of natural elevation creates an expansive perspective that feels dramatically different from much of the surrounding coastline. It isn't simply the view; it's the feeling of being there. Short-term rental friendly and uniquely positioned away from public beach access points, the property offers enhanced privacy and guest appeal while remaining convenient to everything along 30A. Just down from where Blue Mountain Road meets the Gulf and Big Redfish Lake, the property sits near the area's spectacular coastal dune lake outflows and a natural buffer between Grayton Beach and Blue Mountain Beach, helping preserve the serene, low-density character of this shoreline and naturally discouraging the overcrowding found along more heavily accessed stretches of the coast. Tucked along a quiet, low-traffic street, the property offers an exceptional foundation for a future luxury Gulf-front residence, legacy family retreat or high-performing vacation rental. The existing Old Florida cinderblock cottage, with a 2022 roof, offers 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, approximately 1,760 square feet and a fireplace, and remains largely original. Preserve its nostalgic coastal character, expand the footprint, or completely reimagine the property as a new Gulf-front estate designed to capitalize on its extraordinary width, grandfathered setbacks, natural elevation, privacy and panoramic Gulf views. With Blue Mountain Beach Gulf-front inventory now reduced to a single available opportunity, and recent sales demonstrating the extraordinary values being achieved along this coveted shoreline, this property represents something increasingly difficult to find on 30A: substantial Gulf frontage, remarkable natural elevation, advantageous grandfathered setbacks, a peaceful setting and the freedom to create what comes next. Some properties can be recreated. The land, elevation and perspective found here cannot.

Elementary School	Middle School	High School
Dune Lakes Elementary School	Emerald Coast Middle School	South Walton High School

Price History
6/4/2026	Listed $9,500,000
8/19/2026	6$8,900,000

General Features

Utilities	Electric,Public Water,Tap Fee Paid
Property Subtype	Detached Single Family
Community Features	Short Term Rental - Allowed,Beach,Pavillion/Gazebo,Waterfront
County	Walton
Property Type	Residential
Subdivision Name	BLUE MOUNTAIN BEACH
Status	Active
Buyer Financing	Conventional,Other
Directions	Drive south on Hwy 83 until you cross over Scenic Hwy 30A and reach the Gulf/beach area. Make a turn onto Blue Mountain Road. Head past a few stop signs, and 518 will be on your right. Home is located at intersection of Blue Mountain Road & Sea Oates Rd.
High School	South Walton
City	Santa Rosa Beach
MLS Area	17 - 30A West
Lot Size Units	Acres
Lot Size Square Feet	19602
Elementary School	Dune Lakes
Middle/Junior High School	Emerald Coast
MLS Area Minor	1705 - SRB South of 30A
Standard Status	Active
Sewer	Public Sewer
View	Gulf
Waterfront Features	Unit Waterfront,Gulf,Shore - Beach,Shore - Seawall
Heating	Central
Cooling	Ceiling Fans,Central Air
Patio/Porch Features	Patio Open,Porch,Porch Open
Architectural Style	Beach House
Construction Materials	Concrete
Year Built	1970
Stories Count	2
Tax Year	2025
New Construction	false
Total Rooms	8
Carport Y/N	false
Property Condition	Construction Complete
Association Fee Includes	Trash
HOA	true
Virtual Tour	https://media.panhandleproductions.net/videos/019e2be7-bb2d-7044-906b-bb96b693c3f4

Interior Features

Total Baths	2
Interior Amenities	Ceiling Beamed,Fireplace,Kitchen Island,Shelving,Walls Paneled,Washer/Dryer Hookup,Woodwork Stained
Flooring	Floor Laminate,Floor WW Carpet
Air Conditioning Y/N	true
Heating Y/N	true
Window Features	Window Treatment All
Furnished Y/N	Furnished - Some
Fireplace Features	Fireplace
Fireplace Y/N	true

Exterior Features

Lot Features	Cleared,Coastal Setback,Covenants,Restrictions,Survey Available,Within 1/2 Mile to Water
Lot Size Area	0.45
Lot Dimensions	263.67 x 74.65 x 264.18 x 74.56
Lot Size Acres	0.45
Road Surface Type	Paved
Waterfront Y/N	true
Exterior Amenities	Hurricane Shutters,Lawn Pump,Pavillion/Gazebo,Sprinkler System
Building Area Total	1760
Water Source	Well