Beach Highland in Santa Rosa Beach

Beach Highland
Homes for Sale in Santa Rosa Beach, FL

All 760 homes for sale in Santa Rosa Beach, FL · median $1,118,000 · 779 homes for sale in 32459 · Walton County homes for sale

Community in Santa Rosa Beach · Walton County · ZIP 32459
33 homesBuilt 1973–2024
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As of November 2026, Beach Highland in Santa Rosa Beach, FL has 2 homes for sale. Homes listed or recently sold were built 2004–2025 with 1 new construction; none of the 7 geocoded homes sit in a FEMA special flood hazard zone (median elevation 22 ft).

Live · Beach Highland Housing Pulse Emerald Coast MLS + public records Analysis by Momentum Realty · $3.5B+ sold · 10,000+ customers served · Top 1% in Florida (RealTrends)
Tempo
6.0mo
Supply
3 to 6 months is the balanced band
33%
Under contract
Walton: 17% (587 of 3,466)
2 · 1
For sale · pending
live counts, refreshed twice daily
Ownership and context
35%
Owner-occupied · Beach Highland
13 of 37 parcels homesteaded (FL DOR 2025)
65%
Non-owner-occupied · Beach Highland
incl. 22% trust or LLC-held · 40% out-of-state
33
Homes in the community
plus 4 vacant residential lots · 37 residential parcels (FL DOR 2025)
Track record · 0 years of records
3
Recorded sales · 2024-2025
median $3.46M · qualified sales on the county roll (FL DOR 2025)
1973–2024
Years homes were built
median 2005 · county roll (FL DOR 2025)
Jon Brooks, Co-Founder of Momentum Realty
Jon's Read · written July 26, 2026

Price in Beach Highland is driven by proximity to the coast in Santa Rosa Beach and by the wide condition and vintage spread of the housing stock, which runs from 1963 all the way to 2024. With a median just over $3.1M and a median build year of 2001, what you pay tracks closely to how updated and how well-sited a given home is rather than any uniform product type.

The current posture favors patience on both sides. A median of 147 days on market tells you homes here do not move quickly, and with only 3 active listings against 161 total homes, inventory is thin. The year-over-year figure of 69.3 percent reflects a sharp move in recorded median price, but with a closings window of only 3 sales that number is volatile and should not be read as a trend you can bank on. Sellers have leverage on scarcity; buyers have leverage on time.

Figures in this note are as of July 26, 2026. The live market numbers elsewhere on this page update nightly and are newer.

Beach Highland Housing Pulse · Momentum Research · as of November 9, 2026

Beach Highland right now

🟡 Balanced market. 6.0 months of supply and 33% of the inventory already under contract put buyers and sellers on roughly even footing.Why it matters: months of supply is how long today's inventory would last at today's sales pace; under-contract share is the portion of homes for sale that already have a buyer.Momentum Research analysis of Emerald Coast MLS records, as of November 9, 2026. Confidence: Low (3 active and pending listings, 0 closed sales in 12 months).

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· Updated November 12, 2026 · Live data: Emerald Coast MLS, refreshed twice daily · MLS facts carry their source; interpretation lines are Momentum Research · Data sources & freshness

The 60-Second Overview

Beach Highland is a small coastal enclave of 161 homes in Santa Rosa Beach where the housing stock spans six decades and price is dictated more by condition and siting than by any single build era.

Emerald Coast MLS sales records identify 90 homes in BEACH HIGHLAND that have changed hands since 2001, built between 1963 and 2026 (median 2000), with a median living area of about 2,484 sq ft and a typical 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath layout; 99% are single-family homes. Source: Emerald Coast MLS closed-sale history compiled by Momentum Research; counts reflect homes with a recorded MLS sale, not every home in the community.

County records show 3 qualified sales in BEACH HIGHLAND across 2024–2025 (2 in 2024, 1 in 2025), median $3.46M — the last recorded sale per parcel on the Florida DOR 2025 assessment roll, independent of the MLS.

Pre-construction details are compiled from public records, builder announcements and builder listings, and are subject to change without notice; figures are deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Momentum Research figures are our own analysis. This page describes homes, pricing and community attributes, not residents.

Best for

  • Buyers with budgets at or above the mid-seven-figure median who want a coastal home and can move on scarce inventory
  • Second-home or investment buyers comfortable underwriting each property individually rather than on a market median
  • Buyers willing to wait out a slow, low-turnover market where the median sits around 147 days

Probably not for

  • Buyers needing a wide selection of comparable homes to choose from
  • Buyers who want a fast, liquid market with quick resale prospects
  • Buyers seeking a documented community amenity package, which current listings do not identify

The market around Beach Highland

Beach Highland is too small for its own price trend, so here is the market around it.

In ZIP 32459, 952 homes are on the market and 16% are under contract — a slower corner of Santa Rosa Beach.

Across Walton County, 2,879 homes are active and 587 pending (17% under contract).

In ZIP 32459 (Santa Rosa Beach), 195 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $837K, with a median 69 days on market. Right now 159 active and 24 pending listings put supply at about 9.8 months — a soft market. See the live ZIP 32459 housing market and the Walton County market.

ZIP and county figures describe the wider market, not Beach Highland specifically. Momentum Research analysis of MLS records.

Homes For Sale Right Now in Beach Highland

Live MLS inventory for Beach Highland. Every active listing, what is under contract right now, and the last 12 months of closed sales, refreshed twice a day. Closed comps beat an algorithm's guess every time.

Active and pending Beach Highland listings as of 2026-11-11, priced high to low. Listing data provided by the Emerald Coast Association of REALTORS®. Information is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed by the MLS to be accurate. Tap any home to ask about it.

Listing locations from Emerald Coast MLS. Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors.

Schools

In short
  • Walton County Public Schools
  • Verify the zoned schools by address
  • Magnet and choice options may be available
  • Van R Butler · Elementary
  • Emerald Coast · Middle
  • South Walton · High

Zoned schools reflect the assignments reported on recent Beach Highland listings and can change; always confirm with Walton County Public Schools for a specific address.

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If we were buying in Beach Highland today, this is the order of operations we would run for our clients.

1

Underwrite the condition first. Price the roof, HVAC, and systems honestly before judging any list price; condition swings value here more than square footage alone.

2

Match the home to real comps. Recent sales of similar condition and lot, not the asking price, tell you what a home is worth.

3

Move deliberately, not desperately. Neither side has a decisive edge, so a well-prepared, fairly-priced offer wins without overpaying.

4

Line up financing and inspection early. A pre-approval and an inspection plan let you act fast and negotiate from evidence.

5

Keep an agent in your corner. The listing agent works for the seller; we represent you and prepare a hand-built valuation before any offer in Beach Highland.

Best Buy
Buyers targeting a coastal Santa Rosa Beach home who value scarcity over selection.
Biggest Risk
Thin transaction volume makes the median and year-over-year figures volatile and hard to underwrite.
Sweet Spot
A well-sited, updated home bought after patient due diligence on its own merits.
Avoid If
You need quick liquidity or a broad set of homes to choose from.

A thin, condition-driven market

The numbers here are best read with humility. Three closings and three active listings mean this is a low-transaction pocket, so the median price of $3,175,000 and the 69.3 percent year-over-year figure describe recent activity, not a deep, liquid market. A single unusual sale can swing the headline. Buyers should underwrite each home on its own merits rather than assuming the median tells them what the next house is worth.

The build range from 1963 to 2024 with a median year built of 2001 signals a mix of older coastal homes and newer construction sitting side by side. A median living area near 2,989 square feet points to substantial homes, but expect real variation. A homestead share of about 38 percent suggests a meaningful portion of properties are not primary residences, consistent with a coastal market where second homes and rentals coexist with owner-occupants.

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The location and the amenities are priced into every listing in Beach Highland. The deal is won or lost on condition, the comps, and the renovation math.

Jon Brooks · Founder, Momentum Realty

Why work with Momentum here

In a market this thin, comparables are scarce and the median can mislead. We price and negotiate off the actual condition, vintage, and siting of the specific home in front of you, not off a headline number, and we will tell you plainly when a listing is stretching for a price the data does not support.

Beach Highland in 15 seconds.

Best forBuyers targeting a coastal Santa Rosa Beach home who value scarcity over selection.
Biggest advantageA small, low-inventory enclave near the coast with a mix of vintages.
Biggest riskThin transaction volume makes the median and year-over-year figures volatile and hard to underwrite.
Sweet spotA well-sited, updated home bought after patient due diligence on its own merits.
Avoid ifYou need quick liquidity or a broad set of homes to choose from.
The takeaway

Selling here is won on condition and pricing to real comps, not an automated estimate. The right number comes from closed Beach Highland sales matched to your home.

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Recently off market in BEACH HIGHLAND

Homes in BEACH HIGHLAND that recently left the market. Each address opens its public-record profile: county-recorded value, property taxes, the last recorded sale, community sales history, and what is for sale nearby now. 1 on record.

Beach Highland key facts
LocationSanta Rosa Beach, Walton County, FL · ZIP 32459
Homes in the community33 (FL DOR 2025 assessment roll)
Years built1973–2024 (median 2005)
Typical living area3,607 sq ft (median)
Home types (current listings and sales)detached single family 100%
Amenities listed by sellersBeach, Fishing, Deed Access, Elevators, Pets Allowed, Short Term Rental - Allowed
For sale right now2 active, 1 pending · median asking $3,922,500 · 6.0 months of supply
Owner-occupied (homestead) share35%

Data as of November 9, 2026. Listing data provided by the Emerald Coast Association of REALTORS®. Information is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed by the MLS to be accurate; housing-stock figures from Florida Department of Revenue public records. Market figures describe homes, not residents. Cite as: Momentum Realty, “Beach Highland key facts,” movewithmomentum.com/neighborhoods/beach-highland, data as of November 9, 2026.

Housing distress & ownership in BEACH HIGHLAND, Santa Rosa Beach

Who owns here, how much is not owner-occupied, and how much for-sale inventory is under distress.

Active inventory in distress
0.0%
0 of 11 listings
Distress share trend — 0.0% now (2026-08-10 → 2026-11-09)

Source: Momentum Realty Research. Ownership & parcels from the FL DOR 2025 tax roll; distress from MLS active-listing status/remarks; price from MLS closed sales. Listing data provided by the Emerald Coast Association of REALTORS®. Information is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed by the MLS to be accurate. Deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

Just listed in Beach Highland

The newest homes for sale in Beach Highland right now, newest first. Each link opens the full listing with every photo, the price history and a tour request.

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Every Home for Sale in Beach Highland Right Now (3)

All 3 active and pending Beach Highland listings with a detail page, newest first, refreshed twice a day from the MLS.

What it really costs to own in Beach Highland

The parts of the monthly number a mortgage calculator leaves out, from the tax roll, the MLS, Citizens and FEMA. Property facts only.

Property taxCurrent owners' bills run a median of $39,212/yr across 3 listings here (MLS tax records, 2026-11-12).
Home and flood insuranceThe average Citizens Property Insurance premium in Walton County is $1,942/yr (433 policies, Citizens detail by county, April 2026); private-market quotes depend on roof age, wind mitigation and construction.
Roof and ageMedian build year 2023 across 4 listings. Newer roofs and current wind-mitigation features usually mean the lower end of insurance quotes.

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How much local inventory is already under contract

17% of homes for sale in ZIP 32459 are already under contract (under contract ÷ under contract + active listings) — a read on how much of the available inventory buyers have already claimed. Source: MLS data (2026-11-11).

Recent Developments in Beach Highland

Development, infrastructure, retail, and school activity affecting Beach Highland, tracked by our team and summarized from public reporting and official sources, with links to the original coverage. Last updated November 2026.

  1. August 2026
    Infrastructure

    Walton commissioners approve up to $4.69 million Westbay Parkway design contract

    At its August 17, 2026 meeting, the Walton County Board of County Commissioners approved, on the consent agenda, a contract with Mott MacDonald for Westbay Parkway design not to exceed $4,693,502.38. The same agenda included a $184,117 Dewberry task order for the Santa Clara Regional Beach Access Bramble Grove addition.

    What it may mean for the marketDesign work on Westbay Parkway is an early step toward added road capacity in western Walton County. The project is about 28 miles northeast of Beach Highland, elsewhere in Walton County.

    Source: Walton County Government
  2. July 2026
    Infrastructure

    Scenic Walton advances underground utilities and gateway landscape projects

    Scenic Walton reported progress on countywide initiatives, including a $200,000 Freeport U.S. 331 gateway landscape project supported by a $100,000 FDOT Highway Beautification Grant, plus a 30A West gateway landscape project and early planning for countywide underground utilities. Funding for the utilities study advanced into Walton County's draft budget for fiscal year 2026 to 2027.

    What it may mean for the marketAdvances roadway beautification and stormwater improvements along the Freeport U.S. 331 corridor and the 30A west gateway and lays groundwork for utility resilience upgrades across Walton County. The project is about 29 miles northeast of Beach Highland, elsewhere in Walton County.

    Source: Get The Coast
  3. June 2026
    Civic

    DeSantis signs state budget with funding for Okaloosa County projects

    Governor DeSantis signed the state budget that included roughly $15 million for 20 Okaloosa County projects, among them $5 million for the Northwest Florida State College Workforce Innovation Center in Niceville, $1.5 million for Shalimar Bridge Park, and $3 million for Destin road and drainage work. About $7.26 million in other local requests were vetoed.

    What it may mean for the marketDirects state funding toward workforce, park, road, and drainage infrastructure across Okaloosa County, supporting public facilities and capacity in Niceville, Shalimar, and Destin. The site is about 17 miles north of Beach Highland.

    Source: Get The Coast

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Summaries reflect public reporting and official sources linked above as of the dates shown. Project details, timelines, and approvals can change. Commentary on potential market effects is general observation, not investment advice or a prediction for any specific property. For the freshest items across the whole region, see This Week in Northeast Florida.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Beach Highland a buyer's or seller's market right now?
As of November 9, 2026, Beach Highland is roughly balanced: 6.0 months of supply at the current sales pace (Emerald Coast MLS live counts).
How many homes are in Beach Highland?
The Florida DOR 2025 assessment roll shows 33 homes plus 4 vacant residential lots in Beach Highland (public records).
What share of Beach Highland is owner-occupied?
35% of Beach Highland parcels carry a homestead exemption on the 2025 Florida DOR roll, the owner-occupancy proxy in public records.
When were the homes in Beach Highland built?
Homes in Beach Highland were built between 1973 and 2024, with a median year built of 2005 (FL DOR 2025 roll).
Who is the best real estate agent for Beach Highland?
The best agent for Beach Highland is one who actively works Santa Rosa Beach and knows the community's pricing, fees, and current inventory. Tell us what you're looking for in the form on this page and Momentum Realty will match you with a local specialist for Beach Highland.
How do I find a top Santa Rosa Beach real estate agent who knows Beach Highland?
Share a few details in the form on this page. Momentum Realty has 320+ agents and more than $3.5B in closed sales, and we'll connect you with one who knows Beach Highland and the wider Santa Rosa Beach area.
Can Momentum Realty connect me with an agent for Beach Highland?
Yes. Use the form on this page and we'll introduce you to a local specialist who can guide your Beach Highland purchase or sale - no call center and no pressure.
Where is Beach Highland, and what county is it in?
Beach Highland is in Santa Rosa Beach, Walton County, FL, ZIP 32459. The community's center is about 9 miles northwest of the center of Santa Rosa Beach (straight-line).
Buyers with budgets at or above the mid-seven-figure median who want a coastal home and can move on scarce inventoryExcellent fit
Second-home or investment buyers comfortable underwriting each property individually rather than on a market medianExcellent fit
Buyers willing to wait out a slow, low-turnover market where the median sits around 147 daysExcellent fit
Buyers needing a wide selection of comparable homes to choose fromProbably not
Buyers who want a fast, liquid market with quick resale prospectsProbably not
Buyers seeking a documented community amenity package, which current listings do not identifyProbably not

Data sources & freshness

Live listingsEmerald Coast MLS, refreshed twice daily (last: November 11, 2026)
Housing stock & ownershipFlorida DOR assessment roll (street-list match (2 streets, ZIP 32459))
Under-contract sharesEmerald Coast MLS records, as of 2026-11-09
Historical depthClosed-sale records back to 2026 (1 transactions analyzed)

Verify the primary sources yourself: Florida DOR · U.S. Census · FEMA flood maps · Citizens Property Insurance.

Momentum Research figures are our own analysis of Emerald Coast MLS records; MLS data is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Methodology: how Momentum market scores are computed. Market metrics describe homes for sale and recent sales, not residents.

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