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255 Wakissa Cove, Destin, FL 32541

New Listing
$795,000
Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 4 Baths: 3 Square Footage: 2,411 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 18,295 Status: Active
Current Price: $795,000 List Date: 3/20/2026 Last Modified: 3/20/2026

Overview

Description

Positioned on the largest homesite in the neighborhood, this beautifully maintained lakefront residence offers an exceptional sense of space, privacy, and comfort within the gated community of Emerald Lakes. Located on a quiet cul-de-sac and spanning two lots, the property enjoys peaceful water views and an uncommon level of breathing room rarely found in this centrally located coastal setting. A thoughtful split floor plan and open living areas create an easy flow for both everyday living and entertaining, while the three-car garage with a dedicated 10-by-10 work area provides valuable storage and flexibility. Inside, the home showcases an array of modern updates and conveniences. The kitchen has been refreshed and features quartz countertops throughout.

Supplements: The primary bath has been stylishly updated, complementing the home's cohesive interior design. Tile flooring runs throughout the residence, creating a clean, low-maintenance environment with no carpet. Additional improvements include an updated hot water heater, HVAC system, and new washer and dryer. The interior and garage have also been freshly ...

Listing Details MLS# 998516

Contract Info

List Price/SqFt
329.74
Listing Board
Emerald Coast

Location Tax and Legal

Area
14 - Destin
Street #
255
Street Name
Wakissa
Street Suffix
Cove
State
FL
Zip Code
32541
County
Okaloosa
Project Name/Subdivision
EMERALD LAKES PH 2
Parcel ID
00-2S-22-0980-000F-0050

General Property Info

Sub-Type
Detached Single Family
Design
Ranch
Apx SqFt(Htd/Cooled)
2411
SqFt Source
County PA Records
Full Baths
2
Half Baths
Yes
Total Bathrooms
3
# Stories
Yes
Year Built
2002
Immediate Occupancy
Yes
Garage
Yes
Carport
No
Garage Spaces
3
Driveway Spaces
4
Acreage
0.42
Pool
Yes
Pool Type
Private

Waterfront

Waterfront Feet
150
Lake
Yes

Location, Tax and Legal

Sub Area
1402 - Destin East of Hwy 293/Midbay Bridge Rd
Elementary School
Destin
Middle School
Destin
High School
Fort Walton Beach
Legal Description
EMERALD LAKES PH II LOTS 4 & 5 BLK F

More Information

Listing Info, Tax & Legal

Homestead
Yes
Is Subject Leased
No
Assessment Fees
Yes
Assessment Amount
355
Annual Assessment Amount
1420
Assessment Paid
Quarterly
New Buyer Fee
Yes
New Buyer Fee Amt
200
New Buyer Fee Paid
$
Last Taxes
2778.17
Last Tax Year
2025
Brokerage Interest
No Interest
As Is
No

Remarks & Misc

Remarks
Positioned on the largest homesite in the neighborhood, this beautifully maintained lakefront residence offers an exceptional sense of space, privacy, and comfort within the gated community of Emerald Lakes. Located on a quiet cul-de-sac and spanning two lots, the property enjoys peaceful water views and an uncommon level of breathing room rarely found in this centrally located coastal setting. A thoughtful split floor plan and open living areas create an easy flow for both everyday living and entertaining, while the three-car garage with a dedicated 10-by-10 work area provides valuable storage and flexibility. Inside, the home showcases an array of modern updates and conveniences. The kitchen has been refreshed and features quartz countertops throughout.

Construction Status

Construction Complete
Yes

Parking Features

Garage
Yes
Garage Attached
Yes
Golf Cart Enclosed
Yes
Guest
Yes
Oversized
Yes

Waterview

Lake
Yes

Lot/Parcel Access

Controlled Access
Yes
Paved Road
Yes
Private Road
Yes

Lot Features

Covenants
Yes
Cul-De-Sac
Yes
Survey Available
Yes
Within 1/2 Mile to Water
Yes

Project Facilities

Gated Community
Yes
Pets Allowed
Yes
Pickle Ball
Yes
Picnic Area
Yes
Playground
Yes
Pool
Yes
Short Term Rental - Not Allowed
Yes

Construction/Siding

Foundation Off Grade
Yes
Roof Composite Shngl
Yes
Stucco
Yes

Utilities

Electric
Yes
Public Sewer
Yes
Public Water
Yes
TV Cable
Yes

Zoning

Resid Single Family
Yes

Exterior

Deck Enclosed
Yes
Fenced Lot-Part
Yes
Hot Tub
Yes
Patio Covered
Yes
Patio Enclosed
Yes
Pool - Enclosed
Yes
Pool - In-Ground
Yes
Porch
Yes
Porch Screened
Yes
Rain Gutter
Yes
Renovated
Yes
Sprinkler System
Yes

Interior

Breakfast Bar
Yes
Ceiling Vaulted
Yes
Floor Tile
Yes
Kitchen Island
Yes
Newly Painted
Yes
Renovated
Yes
Split Bedroom
Yes
Washer/Dryer Hookup
Yes
Window Treatment All
Yes

Financing

Conventional
Yes

Appliances

Auto Garage Door Opn
Yes
Cooktop
Yes
Dishwasher
Yes
Disposal
Yes
Dryer
Yes
Microwave
Yes
Oven Self Cleaning
Yes
Refrigerator
Yes
Refrigerator W/IceMk
Yes
Smoke Detector
Yes
Smooth Stovetop Rnge
Yes
Stove/Oven Electric
Yes
Washer
Yes

Energy

AC - Central Elect
Yes
Ceiling Fans
Yes
Heat Cntrl Electric
Yes

Mstr Bdrm/Mstr Bath

MBath Double Vanity
Yes
MBath Garden Tub
Yes
MBath Separate Shwr
Yes
MBath Tile
Yes
MBath Walk-In Closet
Yes
MBed First Floor
Yes

Master Bedroom

First
Yes

Bedroom

First
Yes

Kitchen

First
Yes

Living Room

First
Yes

Rooms

Bedroom
Yes
Dining Room
Yes
Family Room
Yes
Kitchen
Yes
Laundry
Yes
Living Room
Yes
Master Bathroom
Yes
Master Bedroom
Yes

Fees Include

Accounting
Yes
Ground Keeping
Yes
Legal
Yes
Licenses/Permits
Yes
Management
Yes
Recreational Faclty
Yes
Repairs/Maintenance
Yes
Security
Yes

Property Features

Construction Status: Construction Complete Lot Features: Covenants; Cul-De-Sac; Survey Available; Within 1/2 Mile to Water Zoning: Resid Single Family Waterfront: Lake Waterview: Lake Parking Features: Garage; Garage Attached; Golf Cart Enclosed; Guest; Oversized Project Facilities: Gated Community; Pets Allowed; Pickle Ball; Picnic Area; Playground; Pool; Short Term Rental - Not Allowed Exterior: Deck Enclosed; Fenced Lot-Part; Hot Tub; Patio Covered; Patio Enclosed; Pool - Enclosed; Pool - In-Ground; Porch; Porch Screened; Rain Gutter; Renovated; Sprinkler System Interior: Breakfast Bar; Ceiling Vaulted; Floor Tile; Kitchen Island; Newly Painted; Renovated; Split Bedroom; Washer/Dryer Hookup; Window Treatment All Appliances: Auto Garage Door Opn; Cooktop; Dishwasher; Disposal; Dryer; Microwave; Oven Self Cleaning; Refrigerator; Refrigerator W/IceMk; Smoke Detector; Smooth Stovetop Rnge; Stove/Oven Electric; Washer Utilities: Electric; Public Sewer; Public Water; TV Cable Energy: AC - Central Elect; Ceiling Fans; Heat Cntrl Electric Master Bedroom: First Bedroom: First Kitchen: First Living Room: First Rooms: Bedroom; Dining Room; Family Room; Kitchen; Laundry; Living Room; Master Bathroom; Master Bedroom Financing: Conventional Fees Include: Accounting; Ground Keeping; Legal; Licenses/Permits; Management; Recreational Faclty; Repairs/Maintenance; Security

Room Information

Kitchen Level: First Dimensions: 22 x 15 Length: 22.00 Width: 15.00 Dimensions: 22 x 15 Family Room Level: First Dimensions: 30 x 13 Length: 30.00 Width: 13.00 Dimensions: 30 x 13 Dining Room Level: First Dimensions: 13 x 13 Length: 13.00 Width: 13.00 Remarks: Formal Dimensions: 13 x 13 Master Bedroom Level: First Dimensions: 21 x 16 Length: 21.00 Width: 16.00 Dimensions: 21 x 16 Master Bathroom Level: First Dimensions: 10 x 8 Length: 10.00 Width: 8.00 Dimensions: 10 x 8 Master Bathroom Level: First Remarks: Additional Master Bath Area Bedroom Level: First Dimensions: 13 x 12 Length: 13.00 Width: 12.00 Dimensions: 13 x 12 Bedroom Level: First Dimensions: 15 x 12 Length: 15.00 Width: 12.00 Dimensions: 15 x 12 Bedroom Level: First Dimensions: 15 x 11 Length: 15.00 Width: 11.00 Dimensions: 15 x 11 Laundry Level: First Dimensions: 8 x 6 Length: 8.00 Width: 6.00 Dimensions: 8 x 6 Living Room Level: First Dimensions: 13 x 13 Length: 13.00 Width: 13.00 Dimensions: 13 x 13
Listing Office: Scenic Sotheby's International Realty
Last Updated: March - 20 - 2026
Broker Attribution: matt@mattmcguirerealtor.com

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