Cinco Bayou in Fort Walton Beach

Cinco Bayou
Homes for Sale in Fort Walton Beach, FL

All 414 homes for sale in Fort Walton Beach, FL · median $398,000 · 282 homes for sale in 32548 · Okaloosa County homes for sale

Community in Fort Walton Beach · Okaloosa County · ZIP 32548
19 homesBuilt 1965–1985
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Built fromLive Emerald Coast MLS data7 years of closingsFL DOR public recordsUpdated twice daily

As of October 2026, the MLS records 2 closed sales in Cinco Bayou Lots 8 Blk 6 in Fort Walton Beach, FL since 2019, the most recent in August 2026. Across Fort Walton Beach as a whole, 287 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $357,612, 39 median days on market, with 99 homes for sale today. At that median and Okaloosa County's FY2025-26 rate of 12.89 mills, annual property tax runs about $4,610 ($4,100 with the full homestead exemption).

CINCO BAYOU LOTS 8 BLK 6 key facts
LocationFort Walton Beach, Okaloosa County, FL · ZIP 32548
Homes in the community19 (FL DOR 2025 assessment roll)
Years built1965–1985 (median 1984)
Typical living area2,126 sq ft (median)
For sale right now0 active, 0 pending
Owner-occupied (homestead) share79%

Data as of September 20, 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, “CINCO BAYOU LOTS 8 BLK 6 key facts,” movewithmomentum.com/neighborhoods/cinco-bayou-lots-8-blk-6, data as of September 20, 2026.

Live · Cinco Bayou Housing Pulse Emerald Coast MLS + public records Analysis by Momentum Realty · $3.5B+ sold · 10,000+ customers served · Top 1% in Florida (RealTrends)
Tempo
0 · 0
For sale · pending
live counts, refreshed twice daily
Ownership and context
79%
Owner-occupied · Cinco Bayou
15 of 19 parcels homesteaded (FL DOR 2025)
21%
Non-owner-occupied · Cinco Bayou
incl. 37% trust or LLC-held · 16% out-of-state
19
Homes in the community
19 residential parcels (FL DOR 2025)
Track record · 7 years of records
Est. 1965
Community established
homes built 1965-1985, median 1984 (FL DOR 2025)
Jon Brooks, founder of Momentum Realty
Jon's Current Read

This is a very small pocket in Fort Walton Beach with a single active listing on the current snapshot, so there is no meaningful supply pattern to read yet. With one home on the market, price here is set by that individual property — its condition, its lot, and its position within Cinco Bayou — far more than by any community-wide trend.

For a buyer, that means the negotiation is a one-on-one conversation, not a bidding dynamic against a deep pool of comparable homes. For a seller, the flip side holds: with no competing inventory in this specific pocket, pricing has to be anchored to the broader Cinco Bayou and Fort Walton Beach market rather than to neighbors down the street.

Nearby homes for sale

No active listings inside CINCO BAYOU LOTS 8 BLK 6 right now. These are the 6 closest homes on the market, by straight-line distance from the community's center; some may sit just outside its boundary.

286 Kidd Street #1
$1.09M · 0.0 mi away
3 bd · 2.5 ba
286 Kidd Street #1
Listed by Southern Ventures
286 Kidd Street #2
$699K · 0.0 mi away
3 bd · 2.5 ba
286 Kidd Street #2
Listed by Southern Ventures
8 NE Yacht Club Drive
$1.50M · 0.1 mi away
4 bd · 3.5 ba
8 NE Yacht Club Drive
Listed by ERA American Real Estate
7 Laguna Street #206
$336K · 0.2 mi away
2 bd · 2 ba
7 Laguna Street #206
Listed by Dream Team Realty of NW Florida LLC
259 NW Sleepy Oaks Lane
$2.75M · 0.3 mi away
4 bd · 5.5 ba
259 NW Sleepy Oaks Lane
Listed by Lokation
218 NE Troy Street
$265K · 0.3 mi away
3 bd · 1 ba
218 NE Troy Street
Listed by EXP Realty LLC

Listing data from the MLS feeds named on each listing page; deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Refreshed nightly.

The 60-Second Overview

Cinco Bayou Lots 8 Blk 6 is a compact platted pocket inside Fort Walton Beach in Okaloosa County, currently showing a single active listing and no community amenities identified from MLS. Treat it as an individual-home decision within the larger Cinco Bayou area rather than a subdivision with its own market rhythm.

Emerald Coast MLS sales records identify 12 homes in CINCO BAYOU that have changed hands since 2001, built between 1950 and 2004 (median 1977), with a median living area of about 1,783 sq ft and a typical 3-bedroom, 2-bath layout; 83% 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.

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 who have zeroed in on a particular Fort Walton Beach property and want it valued honestly against the wider market
  • Buyers comfortable making an individual-home decision without relying on shared amenities
  • Sellers who need pricing anchored to broader Cinco Bayou sales rather than absent neighbors

Probably not for

  • Buyers who want an amenity-rich community with a pool, clubhouse, or association features
  • Buyers who need multiple comparable listings to shop and compare within one pocket
  • Buyers looking for an active, high-turnover market with lots of choices at once

The market around Cinco Bayou

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

In ZIP 32548, 322 homes are on the market and 15% are under contract — a slower corner of Fort Walton Beach.

Across Okaloosa County, 1,890 homes are active and 551 pending (23% under contract).

In ZIP 32548 (Fort Walton Beach), 338 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $325K, up 11.9% year over year, with a median 41 days on market. Right now 112 active and 32 pending listings put supply at about 5.0 months — a balanced market. See the live ZIP 32548 housing market and the Okaloosa County market.

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

Housing distress & ownership in CINCO BAYOU LOTS 8 BLK 6, Fort Walton 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 4 listings
Distress share trend — 0.0% now (2026-08-10 → 2026-09-19)

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.

If we were buying in Cinco Bayou 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 Cinco Bayou.

Best Buy
Buyers focused on one specific home in Fort Walton Beach rather than a community package.
Biggest Risk
The lack of in-pocket comparables makes valuation the hardest and most important step.
Sweet Spot
A well-priced individual property where the home itself, not amenities, carries the value.
Avoid If
You want amenities or a subdivision feel — none are identified here.

A single-listing pocket, not a subdivision play

With only one active listing and no shared amenities on record, there is nothing here that behaves like a managed community — no pool, clubhouse, or association features surfaced in the current MLS data. What you are buying is a specific home in a small block of Cinco Bayou, and your due diligence should focus on that property and its immediate street, not on a marketing story about the neighborhood.

The practical implication is that comparables will come from surrounding Cinco Bayou and Fort Walton Beach sales rather than from within this tiny pocket. That is normal for a block this small, but it makes an accurate, location-anchored valuation the single most important part of the transaction on either side.

“

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

Jon Brooks · Founder, Momentum Realty

Why work with Momentum here

A one-listing pocket is exactly where local pricing judgment earns its keep. Because there are no in-pocket comparables, we build value from the wider Cinco Bayou and Fort Walton Beach market and pressure-test the single listing against real sales — so a buyer knows whether the number is fair and a seller knows where to anchor it.

Cinco Bayou in 15 seconds.

Best forBuyers focused on one specific home in Fort Walton Beach rather than a community package.
Biggest advantageWith no competing pocket inventory, the deal is a direct negotiation, not a bidding war.
Biggest riskThe lack of in-pocket comparables makes valuation the hardest and most important step.
Sweet spotA well-priced individual property where the home itself, not amenities, carries the value.
Avoid ifYou want amenities or a subdivision feel — none are identified here.

HOA, CDD & Fees

A note on who we are: Momentum Realty is a real estate brokerage. We are not the Cinco Bayou homeowners association, its management company or its developer, and we cannot help with dues, gate access, violations, amenity bookings or association documents. To reach the association, check your closing package, the recorded declaration at the county clerk, or search the association’s name at sunbiz.org for its registered agent. Call or message us to buy or sell a home in Cinco Bayou.
In short
  • HOA status not on record. Verify any dues before you offer
  • Any club/amenity membership is billed separately

Confirm the current HOA dues, exactly what they cover, and any CDD bond or special assessment for a specific address before you offer.

The takeaway

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

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Recently off market in CINCO BAYOU LOTS 8 BLK 6

Homes in CINCO BAYOU LOTS 8 BLK 6 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.

The real cost & risk here

Before the list price, the Florida math the portals skip. These are Okaloosa County typicals — your exact home, flood zone, and insurance quote will vary, so verify each before you offer.

$2,251/mo
Okaloosa County typical true cost to own
$220/mo
Okaloosa County typical home insurance
Check CDD
Confirm before you offer

County typicals from Momentum’s Florida housing data (Zillow & Realtor.com aggregates, Census, FRED), updated monthly; insurance modeled. Flood zone is property-specific — always confirm via FEMA.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are in Cinco Bayou?
The Florida DOR 2025 assessment roll shows 19 homes in Cinco Bayou (public records).
What share of Cinco Bayou is owner-occupied?
79% of Cinco Bayou parcels carry a homestead exemption on the 2025 Florida DOR roll, the owner-occupancy proxy in public records.
When were the homes in Cinco Bayou built?
Homes in Cinco Bayou were built between 1965 and 1985, with a median year built of 1984 (FL DOR 2025 roll).
Who is the best real estate agent for Cinco Bayou?
The best agent for Cinco Bayou is one who actively works Fort Walton 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 Cinco Bayou.
How do I find a top Fort Walton Beach real estate agent who knows Cinco Bayou?
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 Cinco Bayou and the wider Fort Walton Beach area.
Can Momentum Realty connect me with an agent for Cinco Bayou?
Yes. Use the form on this page and we'll introduce you to a local specialist who can guide your Cinco Bayou purchase or sale - no call center and no pressure.
Where is Cinco Bayou, and what county is it in?
Cinco Bayou is in Fort Walton Beach, Okaloosa County, FL, ZIP 32548. The community's center is about 5 miles northwest of the center of Fort Walton Beach (straight-line).
Buyers who have zeroed in on a particular Fort Walton Beach property and want it valued honestly against the wider marketExcellent fit
Buyers comfortable making an individual-home decision without relying on shared amenitiesExcellent fit
Sellers who need pricing anchored to broader Cinco Bayou sales rather than absent neighborsExcellent fit
Buyers who want an amenity-rich community with a pool, clubhouse, or association featuresProbably not
Buyers who need multiple comparable listings to shop and compare within one pocketProbably not
Buyers looking for an active, high-turnover market with lots of choices at onceProbably not

Data sources & freshness

Live listingsEmerald Coast MLS, refreshed twice daily (last: October 1, 2026)
Housing stock & ownershipFlorida DOR assessment roll (street-list match (1 streets, ZIP 32548))
Under-contract sharesEmerald Coast MLS records, as of 2026-09-20
Historical depthClosed-sale records back to 2019 (2 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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