217 Lakewood Drive, Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459
Sources: Emerald Coast MLS (listings + 12-mo closed sales), FEMA, modeled insurance. Interpretation: Momentum Research. Data notes
As of October 19, 2026, 217 Lakewood Drive in Cottages At Eastern Lake, Santa Rosa Beach is listed at $1,569,000. It has been 53 days on market. Listing facts: built in 2023. Figures are from the MLS record and county data; deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
- No CDD assessment on record
- Built 2023 · 3 yrs
- 53 days on market
About this home
Positioned just south of Scenic Highway 30A in the heart of Seagrove Beach, 217 Lakewood Drive presents a compelling opportunity to own in one of 30A's most sought-after coastal settings. Directly across from Eastern Lake--one of the area's largest and most picturesque coastal dune lakes--the residence offers an enviable connection to both lake and Gulf, with opportunities for boating, paddleboarding, fishing, and quiet mornings along the water. Just a short stroll away, public beach access opens to the sugar-white sands and emerald waters of the Gulf.
Inside, the home blends refined coastal style with thoughtful functionality. Custom window treatments and distinctive furnishings create an elevated, curated aesthetic throughout, while the spacious floor plan is designed equally well for entertaining and relaxed everyday living. The accommodations are equally impressive.
Two guest suites feature spa-inspired ensuite baths with double vanities and beautifully tiled showers, while two junior primary suites offer generous closets and access to a shared balcony. Every space has been thoughtfully appointed to provide comfort, privacy, and a polished sense of place. Adding to the property's appeal, The Cottages of Eastern Lake offers a private community pool, nearby winding walking trails and lake access for kayaking and boating to the Gulf by way of the adjacent Eastern Lake Park.
Beyond the community, the best of 30A is within easy reach--from Seagrove's local dining and boutiques to the iconic offerings of Seaside, WaterColor, and WaterSound. For the discerning investor, 217 Lakewood Drive represents more than a coastal residence--it is an opportunity to secure a turnkey foothold in one of South Walton's most desirable lifestyle destinations, where lake access, beach proximity, resort amenities, and 30A convenience converge.
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Estimated monthly payment
- Principal & interest $8,691/mo 84%
- Taxes $1,235/mo 12%
- Insurance $445/mo 4%
$10,371/mo at 20% down, 30-yr @ 7.4% · edit any field to update.
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Property taxes
✓ Certified tax roll · county-average rateProperty taxes in Florida are reassessed after a sale, so a buyer’s first full-year bill can be higher than the seller’s. Budget from this estimate, not the current bill, before you make an offer.
The current owner’s taxable value is below today’s asking price; after a sale the assessment is set from market value, so the estimated bill is higher. Exemptions and portability can reduce it.
Certified 2025 tax roll values for this parcel (Florida DOR). The roll gives values, not the bill; the current owner’s bill above is estimated from the taxable value.
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Sources: Florida DOR certified tax roll (2025), Emerald Coast AR; millage: Florida TaxWatch 2025 How Florida Counties Compare (county-average millage); school portion estimated at ~42% of total, capped at 6.50 mills. County public record, not MLS data — matched to this home by parcel ID. Estimates are not a tax bill; the county property appraiser and tax collector set the actual amount.
What it really costs to own 217 Lakewood Drive
The parts of the monthly number a mortgage calculator leaves out, from this listing's MLS record, the county tax roll, Citizens and FEMA. Property facts only.
| Property tax | The current owner's bill is about $11,600/yr (certified county roll, taxable value × millage). Buy at the asking price of $1,569,000 and the first-year bill resets to about $14,825/yr (the parcel is matched to the certified roll; asking price less the $50,000 homestead exemption × 9.76 mills (county-average millage, estimate)); Save Our Homes caps later increases at 3%/yr. |
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| Home and flood insurance | The average Citizens Property Insurance premium in Walton County is $1,942/yr (433 policies, Citizens detail by county, April 2026); private-market quotes differ by roof age, wind mitigation and distance to the coast. The page's modeled range for this home is $3,500–$7,500/yr; neither is a quote. |
| Roof and age | Built in 2023. A newer roof and current wind-mitigation features usually mean the lower end of insurance quotes; ask for the wind-mitigation form. |
Flood zone & elevation
Sourced environmental data for the parcel. Confirm with FEMA and your insurer.
Not yet verified for this address. Look up the parcel at msc.fema.gov before relying on any flood assumption.
Approximate parcel elevation from USGS; confirm exact elevation with a survey.
Walton County is on the Florida coast; wind coverage is a major part of the premium. Premiums and coverage vary by home (roof age, wind mitigation, claims history); obtain a quote from a licensed insurer.
Natural hazard risk
FEMA National Risk Index for Walton County, FL: overall Relatively Moderate. Ratings compare this county with every county in the United States for expected annual loss from each hazard.
Source: FEMA National Risk Index (county level, hazard risk ratings only). Ratings describe the county, not this parcel; the flood zone shown above is parcel-specific. Verify insurance requirements with your lender and agent.
Internet & broadband
Address-level fiber service is not confirmed for this home. Check the FCC National Broadband Map (broadbandmap.fcc.gov) or the provider for this address.
Cable broadband is common in Florida and Georgia towns but not confirmed for this address; verify with the provider.
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This home’s history
- 2023BuiltPer public record
- About Aug 2026Listed (per MLS)MLS reports 53 cumulative days on market as of October 19, 2026
- Aug 28, 2026First seen on movewithmomentum.comObserved at $1,569,000
- NowActiveCurrently for sale
Build year is from public record. The MLS list date is approximate (today minus the cumulative days on market the MLS reports, which can span relistings). Other milestones reflect movewithmomentum.com’s own observations since we began tracking this listing and are not the MLS listing history; dates and prices are deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
Price & listing history
Building permits
Comparable recent sales
No closed sales of a similar home within about 10 miles in Walton County in the last 18 months are in our MLS data set, so this page shows no comparable-sales median or automated estimate for COTTAGES AT EASTERN LAKE. A licensed Momentum Realty agent can prepare a property-specific comparative market analysis on request.
The Momentum read
🟢 Buyer-leaning conditions around this listing. 84.0 months of supply in the surrounding market and 53 days on market for this home, against a 269-day area median.Days on market:this home 53Area median: 269 daysWhy it matters: above-median time on market, together with the level of supply, is a clear sign of how much leverage sits with buyers.Momentum Research interpretation of the MLS facts in the snapshot above. Listing data provided by the Emerald Coast Association of REALTORS®. Information is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed by the MLS to be accurate. As of September 20, 2026.
14% of homes in COTTAGES AT EASTERN LAKE are owner-occupied. An estimated 86% are non-owner-occupied, including 28% held in a company or trust and 70% out-of-state owners.Why it matters: a high owner-occupied share typically means fewer rentals nearby and steadier resale demand.Source: Florida Department of Revenue 2025 assessment roll (public records), 109 homes matched. Community-level context.
What’s unique here: one of only 7 active listings in COTTAGES AT EASTERN LAKE, no CDD assessment.
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Buyer research checklist
Items worth confirming for 217 Lakewood Drive, chosen from what the record shows. This is general guidance, not advice about this specific property.
- Built in 2023: confirm the roof and HVAC install dates and whether any builder or manufacturer warranty transfers.
- Confirm whether a mandatory HOA applies to this parcel and what it charges.
- Look up the parcel on FEMA's Flood Map Service Center and confirm with your insurer whether flood insurance is required.
- Get a homeowners insurance quote for this specific address in Walton County; a wind-mitigation inspection and, on older homes, a four-point inspection can change the premium.
- Confirm square footage and room dimensions independently.
- Order a survey to confirm lot boundaries and easements.
- Review permit history with the county.
- Property taxes: the estimate on this page (about $14,825/yr) assumes reassessment at the list price less the homestead exemption. Estimated buyer taxes are about $3,225 more per year than the current owner’s estimated bill (+28%). Exemptions and portability change the actual bill — confirm with the county property appraiser.
- School zoning shown here comes from district data and changes; confirm the assigned schools directly with the district before relying on them.
Data sources & freshness
| Listing record | Emerald Coast MLS, checked against the MLS hourly (last: October 19, 2026) |
| Comparable sales | Fewer than 3 defensible closed sales within about 10 miles in Walton County — no medians or automated estimate shown |
| Flood zone & elevation | Not verified for this address — look it up at msc.fema.gov |
| Taxes & monthly cost | Certified county tax roll (parcel-matched) × county millage; an estimate, not a bill |
| Insurance figure | Modeled estimate; obtain a real quote before offering |
| Schools | 2025-26 district assignments; verify with the district |
Momentum Research lines are our own analysis of Emerald Coast MLS records; MLS data is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Estimates are informational, not appraisals or advice. Methodology: how Momentum scores are computed.
Frequently asked questions
How big is 217 Lakewood Drive and when was it built?
Per the listing record, 217 Lakewood Drive was built in 2023 and has 4 bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms. Living area and lot size come from the MLS record and should be verified against the county property appraiser.
What community is 217 Lakewood Drive in?
217 Lakewood Drive is in Cottages At Eastern Lake in Santa Rosa Beach, Walton County. Too few comparable closed sales exist nearby for this page to show local sales statistics; a licensed agent can prepare a comparative market analysis.
Why might property taxes on 217 Lakewood Drive differ from the current owner's?
The estimate on this page (about $14,825 per year) assumes reassessment at the list price less the homestead exemption. Estimated buyer taxes are about $3,225 more per year than the current owner’s estimated bill (+28%). Florida reassesses a home after it sells; for a homesteaded seller the Save Our Homes cap on their assessment does not transfer, and a buyer's own exemptions and portability are applied separately, so the two bills usually differ. Any tax figure shown here is an estimate, not the actual bill — confirm with the county property appraiser and tax collector.
Is 217 Lakewood Drive in a flood zone?
A flood designation has not been verified for this address. Look up the parcel on FEMA's Flood Map Service Center (msc.fema.gov) and confirm with your insurer.
Can I rely on the figures on this page?
No. Estimated taxes, insurance, payments, and any market or comparable-sales summary are opinions and estimates for general information only and should not be relied upon. Verify all information independently before making any decision.
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