1272 Scenic Gulf Drive UNIT 804, Miramar Beach, FL 32550 (MLS# 981330)

1272 Scenic Gulf Drive UNIT 804, Miramar Beach, FL 32550

$1,625,000

50 Foot Balcony with 180 Degree Gulf Views from the Destin Harbor to Panama City Beach

Not a Shot Gun Condo. This condo is 50 feet wide with 2 full sets of sliding doors in the living room and 2 primary suites; one on each side of the living room all with Gulf Views

Gulf Views from Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, 2 Gulf Front Primary Bedroom Suites

Large kitchen with a wetbar, pantry and lots of cabinets

2 Primary Gulf Front bedrooms are located on opposite sides of the Gulf Front Living Room for privacy

2nd Living Room with North Facing Terrace and real gas fireplace

The Empress pool is located on the Lake side of the building for privacy

When you enter, to the right is Gulf views and to your left is Bay views!

You can close off the hall to the 3rd bedroom for a private suite, or close the bedroom door and leave access to the bathroom for visitors

Each bedroom is completely separated for ultimate privacy and comfort

This condo was designed for full time living including an actual laundry room and extra refrigerator

Elevator opens into a private foyer for only 2 units. Emergency stairs in the foyer and on the Bayside balcony

Work out with views of the pool and Lake. There are also bathrooms and BBQ area

Private locked gate for access to cross the road to the beach

Walk across the street and sit on the porch or walk up from the beach. A favorite with locals and visitors!

The Empress is uniquely angled slightly which provides BOTH spectacular Sunsets and Sunrises

Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 3 Baths: 3 Square Footage: 2,675 Status: Sold

Current Price: $1,695,000 List Date: 7/20/2025 Last Modified: 2/24/2026

Description

Discover paradise in this awe-inspiring 8th-floor corner unit, offering breathtaking 180-degree unobstructed beach panoramas and mesmerizing sunsets stretching from Destin to Panama City. From your expansive 50-foot balcony, indulge in the luxury of coastal living within an exclusive gated enclave.This sophisticated condominium exudes elegance with its polished travertine floors, exquisitely remodeled bathrooms, and a gourmet kitchen featuring high-end Dura Supreme ceiling-height cabinets, luxurious granite countertops, and sleek stainless steel appliances.Enjoy a unique and open floorplan designed to captivate with endless water views from every room. With soaring 10-foot ceilings and dual living areas, this home promises opulence with two master suites, each providing Gulf views,balcony

Supplements: access, a spacious walk-in closet in one, and in the primary master 3 walk-in closets and a relaxing steam shower. An additional en-suite guest bedroom offers sweeping Bay views, while a second expansive north-facing terrace dazzles with pool, lake, and bay vistas perfect for al fresco dining. Adding to its allure are tasteful plantation shutters, a real gas fireplace, and the convenience of a full laundry room. Furthermore, this condominium includes a highly-coveted, deed-assigned garage space. Truly, this property lives like a "Home on the Beach," offering a unique blend of luxury and lifestyle in an unparalleled coastal setting. The Empress is a boutique, luxury gated community consisting of only 44 units located directly across from 2,000 feet of sugar white beaches and although 14 of the units are allowed to be vacation rentals, for most owners The Empress is a full time residence or second home. Other features that make The Empress so desirable are the semi private elevators that open into a foyer shared by only you and 1 neighbor, large climate controlled storage for each owner, a more private pool and hot tub overlooking the lake and fitness room, HALO water system, fiber optics cable, full time maintenance staff, security, and the famous Whales Tail beachfront restaurant within a block for food and beverages on the beach. Walk out the door to the beach or pool, relax on one of your balconies, or experience the great entertainment, shopping and restaurants all within a short distance. Now is the time to make your dream of living at the beach a reality. (The Empress has completed the Structural Integrity Reserve Study and passed the Milestone Inspection with flying colors with no special assessments pending!) A list of lenders that have experience in The Empress and good rates available upon request.

More Information MLS# 981330

Status Change Info

Sold Price/SqFt: 607.48 Status: Sold Under Contract Date: 2026-01-20 Sold Date: 2026-02-23 Sold Price: $1,625,000

Contract Info

Listing Board: Emerald Coast List Price/SqFt: 633.64 List Date: 2025-07-16 Current Price: $1,625,000 List Price: $1,695,000

Location, Tax and Legal

Unit #: UNIT 804 Sub Area: 1502 - Miramar Beach S. of 98 w/exception of Sandestin Resort Elementary School: Destin Middle School: Destin High School: Destin Legal Description: UNIT 804 THE EMPRESS FKA EMPRESS AT SEASCAPE CONDO AND INTEREST IN ALL COMMON ELEMENTS AND DESIGNATED LIMITED COMMON ELEMENTS OR 1903-349 OR 2283-199 OR 2313-1520 &-1964 OR 2591-140 OR 2593-1658 OR 2593-1663 OR 2624-907 OR 2987-1439

General Property Info

Sub-Type: Condominium Design: N/A SqFt Source: Building Plan Stories In Unit: 1 # of Units in Bldg: 44 Stories in Building: 12 Unit Floors Above Ground: 8 Immediate Occupancy: Yes Pre-Const Flip: No Garage: Yes Carport: No Pool: Yes Pool Type: Community Apx SqFt(Htd/Cooled): 2675 Bedrooms: 3 Full Baths: 3 Total Bathrooms: 3 Year Built: 1998 Garage Spaces: 1

Listing Info, Tax & Legal

Who Paid Doc Stamps: Seller Who Paid Title: Buyer Homestead: No Is Subject Leased: No Assessment Fees: Yes Assessment Amount: 5760 Annual Assessment Amount: 23040 Assessment Paid: Quarterly New Buyer Fee: Yes New Buyer Fee Amt: 150 New Buyer Fee Paid: $ Last Taxes: 9290.14 Last Tax Year: 2024 Brokerage Interest: No Interest As Is: No

Remarks & Misc

Remarks: Discover paradise in this awe-inspiring 8th-floor corner unit, offering breathtaking 180-degree unobstructed beach panoramas and mesmerizing sunsets stretching from Destin to Panama City. From your expansive 50-foot balcony, indulge in the luxury of coastal living within an exclusive gated enclave.This sophisticated condominium exudes elegance with its polished travertine floors, exquisitely remodeled bathrooms, and a gourmet kitchen featuring high-end Dura Supreme ceiling-height cabinets, luxurious granite countertops, and sleek stainless steel appliances.Enjoy a unique and open floorplan designed to captivate with endless water views from every room. With soaring 10-foot ceilings and dual living areas, this home promises opulence with two master suites, each providing Gulf views,balcony

Waterfront

Gulf: 1

Construction Status

Construction Complete: 1

Parking Features

Deeded: 1 Garage: 1

Waterview

Bay: 1 Gulf: 1 Lake: 1

Project Facilities

BBQ Pit/Grill: 1 Elevators: 1 Exercise Room: 1 Gated Community: 1 Pets Allowed: 1 Pool: 1 Separate Storage: 1 TV Cable: 1 Waterfront: 1

Construction/Siding

Block: 1 Concrete: 1 Stucco: 1

Utilities

Electric: 1 Gas - Natural: 1 Public Sewer: 1 Public Water: 1 TV Cable: 1

Exterior

Balcony: 1 BBQ Pit/Grill: 1 Hurricane Shutters: 1

Interior

Breakfast Bar: 1 Ceiling Raised: 1 Fireplace Gas: 1 Floor Tile: 1 Owner's Closet: 1 Pantry: 1 Plantation Shutters: 1 Renovated: 1 Split Bedroom: 1 Washer/Dryer Hookup: 1 Wet Bar: 1 Window Treatment All: 1

Financing

Conventional: 1

Appliances

Cooktop: 1 Dishwasher: 1 Disposal: 1 Dryer: 1 Fire Alarm/Sprinkler: 1 Microwave: 1 Oven Continue Clean: 1 Refrigerator W/IceMk: 1 Stove/Oven Electric: 1 Washer: 1

Energy

AC - 2 or More: 1 AC - Central Elect: 1 Ceiling Fans: 1 Water Heater - Elect: 1

Mstr Bdrm/Mstr Bath

MBath Double Vanity: 1 MBath Garden Tub: 1 MBath Separate Shwr: 1 MBath Tile: 1 MBath Walk-In Closet: 1 MBed Balcony: 1

Master Bedroom

First: 1

Bedroom

First: 1

Living Room

First: 1

Rooms

Balcony: 1 Bedroom: 1 Dining Room: 1 Laundry: 1 Living Room: 1 Master Bedroom: 1

Fees Include

Accounting: 1 Gas: 1 Ground Keeping: 1 Insurance: 1 Internet Service: 1 Management: 1 Recreational Faclty: 1 Security: 1 Sewer: 1 Trash: 1 TV Cable: 1 Water: 1

Location Tax and Legal

Area: 15 - Miramar/Sandestin Resort Street #: 1272 Street Name: Scenic Gulf Street Suffix: Drive State: FL Zip Code: 32550 County: Walton Project Name/Subdivision: EMPRESS (THE) Parcel ID: 32-2S-21-42700-000-8040

Property Features

Construction Status: Construction Complete Waterfront: Gulf Waterview: Bay; Gulf; Lake Parking Features: Deeded; Garage Project Facilities: BBQ Pit/Grill; Elevators; Exercise Room; Gated Community; Pets Allowed; Pool; Separate Storage; TV Cable; Waterfront Exterior: Balcony; BBQ Pit/Grill; Hurricane Shutters Interior: Breakfast Bar; Ceiling Raised; Fireplace Gas; Floor Tile; Owner's Closet; Pantry; Plantation Shutters; Renovated; Split Bedroom; Washer/Dryer Hookup; Wet Bar; Window Treatment All Appliances: Cooktop; Dishwasher; Disposal; Dryer; Fire Alarm/Sprinkler; Microwave; Oven Continue Clean; Refrigerator W/IceMk; Stove/Oven Electric; Washer Utilities: Electric; Gas - Natural; Public Sewer; Public Water; TV Cable Energy: AC - 2 or More; AC - Central Elect; Ceiling Fans; Water Heater - Elect Master Bedroom: First Bedroom: First Living Room: First Rooms: Balcony; Bedroom; Dining Room; Laundry; Living Room; Master Bedroom Financing: Conventional Fees Include: Accounting; Gas; Ground Keeping; Insurance; Internet Service; Management; Recreational Faclty; Security; Trash; TV Cable; Water

Room Information

Living Room Level: First Dimensions: 22 x 17 Length: 22.00 Width: 17.00 Remarks: Gulf View Dimensions: 22 x 17 Living Room Level: First Dimensions: 22 x 17 Length: 22.00 Width: 17.00 Remarks: Bay View Dimensions: 22 x 17 Dining Room Level: First Dimensions: 14 x 13 Length: 14.00 Width: 13.00 Dimensions: 14 x 13 Master Bedroom Level: First Dimensions: 17 x 15 Length: 17.00 Width: 15.00 Remarks: Gulf View Dimensions: 17 x 15 Bedroom Level: First Dimensions: 16 x 14 Length: 16.00 Width: 14.00 Remarks: Gulf View Dimensions: 16 x 14 Bedroom Level: First Dimensions: 16 x 12 Length: 16.00 Width: 12.00 Remarks: Bay View Dimensions: 16 x 12 Laundry Level: First Dimensions: 7.5 x 7 Length: 7.50 Width: 7.00 Dimensions: 7.5 x 7 Balcony Level: First Length: 50.00 Remarks: Gulf View

Listing Office: Compass

Last Updated: February - 24 - 2026

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