17 Fort Panic Road, Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459 (MLS# 972747)

17 Fort Panic Road, Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459

$2,550,000

Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 2 Baths: 2 Square Footage: 1,260 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 10,890 Status: Sold

Current Price: $2,550,000 List Date: 2/02/2026 Last Modified: 2/20/2026

Overview

Description

Set on a prime Gulf-front lot along the West End of 30A, this classic beach cottage offers a rare combination of privacy, character, and uninterrupted views of the emerald Gulf and sugar-white sands. Tucked away from the main thoroughfare but still close to top-tier dining, shopping, and outdoor destinations, the property blends timeless Old Florida charm with the best of coastal living. Designed with simplicity and comfort in mind, the cottage features two well-sized bedrooms — each with its own ensuite bath — and an open-concept main living area that maximizes both space and views. Natural light floods the interior through large windows, creating a relaxed, airy atmosphere ideal for a true beach retreat.

Supplements: Whether cooking in the efficient, well-equipped kitchen or relaxing in the living space, you're never far from the Gulf's presence. Outside, a covered porch offers a quiet place to enjoy morning coffee or evening breezes, while a dune-front deck brings you even closer to the shoreline. With private beach access just steps from the door, days here ... (Read more)

Listing Details MLS# 972747

Status Change Info

Under Contract Date: 2026-02-01
Sold Date: 2026-02-20
Sold Price/SqFt: 2023.81

Contract Info

List Price/SqFt: 2380.95
Listing Board: Emerald Coast

Location Tax and Legal

Area: 17 - 30A West
Street #: 17
Street Name: Fort Panic
Street Suffix: Road
State: FL
Zip Code: 32459
County: Walton
Project Name/Subdivision: VAN WAY BEACH
Parcel ID: 04-3S-20-34111-000-0020

General Property Info

Sub-Type: Detached Single Family
Design: Beach House
Apx SqFt(Htd/Cooled): 1260
SqFt Source: Appraiser
Full Baths: 2
Total Bathrooms: 2
# Stories: Yes
Year Built: 2000
Garage: No
Carport: No
Driveway Spaces: 3
Acreage: 0.25
Pool: No
Pool Type: None

Waterfront

Waterfront Feet: 75
Gulf: Yes
Gulf/Pass: Yes

Location, Tax and Legal

Sub Area: 1705 - SRB South of 30A
Elementary School: Van R Butler
Middle School: Emerald Coast
High School: South Walton
Legal Description: LOT 2 VAN WAY BEACH S/D PB 19-54 OR 3001-3570 OR 3189-2540 OR 3209-4645

More Information

Listing Info, Tax & Legal

Who Paid Doc Stamps: Seller
Who Paid Title: Buyer
Is Subject Leased: No
Assessment Fees: No
New Buyer Fee: No
Last Taxes: 21752.23
Last Tax Year: 2024
Brokerage Interest: No Interest
As Is: No

Remarks & Misc

Remarks: Set on a prime Gulf-front lot along the West End of 30A, this classic beach cottage offers a rare combination of privacy, character, and uninterrupted views of the emerald Gulf and sugar-white sands. Tucked away from the main thoroughfare but still close to top-tier dining, shopping, and outdoor destinations, the property blends timeless Old Florida charm with the best of coastal living. Designed with simplicity and comfort in mind, the cottage features two well-sized bedrooms — each with its own ensuite bath — and an open-concept main living area that maximizes both space and views. Natural light floods the interior through large windows, creating a relaxed, airy atmosphere ideal for a true beach retreat.

Construction Status

Construction Complete: Yes

Waterview

Gulf/Pass: Yes

Lot/Parcel Access

County Road: Yes
Gravel/Oyster Shell: Yes

Lot Features

Within 1/2 Mile to Water: Yes

Construction/Siding

Foundation On Piling: Yes
Frame: Yes
Roof Metal: Yes
Siding CmntFbrHrdBrd: Yes
Siding Wood: Yes

Utilities

Electric: Yes
Public Sewer: Yes
Public Water: Yes

Zoning

Resid Single Family: Yes

Exterior

Deck Covered: Yes
Deck Open: Yes

Interior

Floor Tile: Yes
Furnished - All: Yes
Washer/Dryer Hookup: Yes
Window Treatment All: Yes
Woodwork Painted: Yes

Financing

Conventional: Yes
Other: Yes

Appliances

Dishwasher: Yes
Disposal: Yes
Dryer: Yes
Microwave: Yes
Refrigerator: Yes
Smooth Stovetop Rnge: Yes

Energy

AC - Central Elect: Yes
Heat Cntrl Electric: Yes
Water Heater - Elect: Yes

Mstr Bdrm/Mstr Bath

MBath Tile: Yes

Master Bedroom

First: Yes

Bedroom

First: Yes

Living Room

First: Yes

Full Bathroom

First: Yes

Rooms

Balcony: Yes
Bedroom: Yes
Full Bathroom: Yes
Living Room: Yes
Master Bedroom: Yes
Sitting Room: Yes

Property Features

Construction Status: Construction Complete Lot Features: Within 1/2 Mile to Water Zoning: Resid Single Family Waterfront: Gulf; Gulf/Pass Waterview: Gulf/Pass Exterior: Deck Covered; Deck Open Interior: Floor Tile; Furnished - All; Washer/Dryer Hookup; Window Treatment All; Woodwork Painted Appliances: Dishwasher; Disposal; Dryer; Microwave; Refrigerator; Smooth Stovetop Rnge Utilities: Electric; Public Sewer; Public Water Energy: AC - Central Elect; Heat Cntrl Electric; Water Heater - Elect Master Bedroom: First Bedroom: First Living Room: First Full Bathroom: First Rooms: Balcony; Bedroom; Full Bathroom; Living Room; Master Bedroom; Sitting Room Financing: Conventional; Other

Room Information

Room Name	Level	Dimensions	Length	Width
Living Room	First	17 x 10	17.00	10.00
Master Bedroom	First	12 x 9	12.00	9.00
Bedroom	First	12 x 9	12.00	9.00
Sitting Room	First	23 x 8	23.00	8.00
Balcony	First	23 x 8	23.00	8.00
Full Bathroom	First	7 x 5	7.00	5.00
Full Bathroom	First	7 x 5	7.00	5.00

Listing Office: Compass

Last Updated: February - 20 - 2026

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