HIGHLAND PARKS in Santa Rosa Beach

HIGHLAND PARKS
Homes for Sale in Santa Rosa Beach, FL

Community in Santa Rosa Beach · Walton County · ZIP 32459
164 homesBuilt 2011–2024Median sale $925K
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Live Market Pulse
35/100
Market Heat
Cooler than normal
2016 → 2026 · 79 at the 2022 peak
0 is HIGHLAND PARKS's coldest market since 2016, 100 its hottest. Today: 35. How it's scored

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Built fromLive emeraldcoast data11 years of closingsFL DOR public recordsUpdated twice daily
Live · HIGHLAND PARKS Housing Pulse emeraldcoast + public records Analysis by Momentum Realty · $3.5B+ sold · 8,500+ transactions · Top 1% in Florida (RealTrends)
Price
$925K
Median sold · 12 mo
down 3.1% vs the prior 12 months
-3.1%
1-yr price change
n = 16 and 9 sales in the two windows
92.9%
Sale vs ask
Walton median: 94.5%
Tempo
110days
Median DOM · closed
14 days at the 2022 low
0%
Under contract
14 · 0
For sale · pending
live counts, refreshed twice daily
16
Sold · last 12 mo
10-yr average: about 16 a year
Ownership and context
13%
Owner-occupied · HIGHLAND PARKS
22 of 164 parcels homesteaded (FL DOR 2025)
87%
Non-owner-occupied · HIGHLAND PARKS
incl. 26% trust or LLC-held · 73% out-of-state
0%
Cash buyers · HIGHLAND PARKS
0 of 16 sales, 12 mo ending July 2026
164
Homes in the community
164 residential parcels (FL DOR 2025)
Track record · 11 years of records
Est. 2011
Community established
homes built 2011-2024, median 2017 (FL DOR 2025)
9.8%/yr
Turnover rate
about 16 of 164 homes trade a year
Jon Brooks, founder of Momentum Realty
Jon's Current Read

Price in Highland Parks is driven by the homes themselves, not by shared amenities. This is a newer-construction pocket, with most homes built around 2017 and the range running from 2011 to 2024, and a median just over 2,450 square feet. The median sits at $925,000, and the spread around it is condition- and finish-driven — what you pay tracks the specific house, not a community package.

Current posture favors the patient buyer. The median home takes 110 days to sell, year-over-year pricing is down 3.1%, and with a heat score of 35 this is a slow, negotiable market. Sellers should price to the current reality and expect time on market; buyers have room to be selective and to negotiate rather than chase.

HIGHLAND PARKS Housing Pulse · Momentum Research · as of July 25, 2026

HIGHLAND PARKS right now

🟡 Off the recent peak. The trailing-12-month median ($925K) is down 3.1% from the prior 12 months ($955K). With about a dozen sales a year, a single closing can swing this number, so read the level and the decade, not one year's move.Momentum Research, record-level emeraldcoast closed sales, 12-month windows ending July 25. Confidence: Medium (16 and 9 sales in the two windows).

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Updated July 25, 2026 · Live data: emeraldcoast, refreshed twice daily · MLS facts carry their source; interpretation lines are Momentum Research · Data sources & freshness

The 60-Second Overview

HIGHLAND PARKS market snapshot (as of July 25, 2026): the median sale price is about $925K, and a median 110 days on market for closed sales. The trailing-12-month median is down 3% from the prior 12 months, computed from record-level emeraldcoast closed sales (16 closings in the current window).

HIGHLAND PARKS is a community of 164 homes in Santa Rosa Beach, Walton County, built between 2011 and 2024 (median 2017.0), with a median living area of about 2,459 square feet. 13% of parcels are homesteaded, the owner-occupancy proxy in the Florida DOR assessment roll (2025 roll, public records).

Highland Parks is a compact, mostly newer-build community of 164 homes in Santa Rosa Beach with no shared amenities identified in current listings — meaning value here rests on the individual house and its lot, not on a resort-style package.

Best for

  • Buyers targeting newer construction around the mid-2010s in Santa Rosa Beach with a budget near the $925,000 median
  • Second-home or investment buyers who value negotiability and are comfortable with a slower resale market
  • Patient buyers who can wait out a 110-day market and want leverage at the table

Probably not for

  • Buyers who need resort-style shared amenities, since none are identified in current listings
  • Sellers who need a quick sale and cannot accommodate a long median time on market
  • Buyers counting on quick short-term gains, given the year-over-year decline

Price History: What Homes Here Have Actually Sold For

Median sale price over the trailing 12 months ending July 25 of each year, from record-level emeraldcoast closed sales. Same methodology as every appreciation figure on this page: the 2026 point ($925K) IS the median in the snapshot above, and the move from 2025 ($955K) IS the -3.1% one-year change.

Windows contain 5 to 33 sales each (16 in the current window); every figure carries its sample size, and thin markets swing on single closings. 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.

Median sale price · trailing 12 mo
$500K$1M201620182020202220242026
Down 3.1% year over year.
Median days on market · closed sales
0200400201620182020202220242026
14 days at the 2022 low; 110 now.
Sale price vs original ask · median
90%100%201620182020202220242026
92.9% now vs Walton 94.5%.
Homes sold per 12-mo window
0102030201620182020202220242026
5 to 33 a year; 16 in the current window.
Market Heat · 0 coldest, 100 hottest in the record
20406080seller-leaningbuyer-leaning201620182020202220242026
79 at the 2022 peak, 21 in the troughs, 35 now. Same score as the hero card, full history.

HIGHLAND PARKS Market Scorecard

Balanced

HIGHLAND PARKS is currently a balanced market., a median asking price of $999,450, and homes go under contract in about 127 days.

$999,450
Median list
$925,000
Median sold
127
Days on mkt
14/0/0
Active/Pend/Sold

Go deeper: ZIP market scorecard · county scorecard · true cost calculator · affordability calculator.

Live data: emeraldcoast, refreshed twice daily. Market metrics only; these describe homes for sale and recent sales, not residents.

Homes For Sale Right Now in HIGHLAND PARKS

Live MLS inventory for HIGHLAND PARKS. 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 HIGHLAND PARKS listings as of 2026-07-25, 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 emeraldcoast. Map data © OpenStreetMap, tiles © CARTO.

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 HIGHLAND PARKS listings and can change; always confirm with Walton County Public Schools for a specific address.

Buying with schools in mind? We can confirm the exact zoned schools for any HIGHLAND PARKS address.

If we were buying in HIGHLAND PARKS 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 HIGHLAND PARKS.

Best Buy
Buyers who want a newer-construction home in Santa Rosa Beach and can move on their own timeline.
Biggest Risk
Pricing is down 3.1% year-over-year and homes sit, so near-term value is soft.
Sweet Spot
A well-kept, newer home near the median size where condition justifies the price.
Avoid If
You need shared amenities or a fast, competitive closing.

A newer-build pocket that trades on the house itself

With construction spanning 2011 to 2024 and a median build year of 2017, most of the inventory here is relatively young. The median living area of roughly 2,459 square feet points to substantial homes rather than cottages, and because no community amenities show up in the MLS, price differences come down to condition, finish level, and lot — not a clubhouse or pool you're paying into.

The market is moving slowly. Sixteen closings in the tracking window against 14 active listings, a 110-day median time to sell, and a 3.1% year-over-year decline all describe a buyer's tempo. A homestead share of about 13% suggests a meaningful portion of these homes are second homes or investment properties rather than primary residences, which tends to add turnover and negotiability at the margins.

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

Jon Brooks · Founder, Momentum Realty
4.0C- · Buy Score
Recent Direction5.2/10
Owner Commitment1.3/10
Pricing Power5.3/10

Momentum Intelligence Scores are our proprietary, qualitative assessment on a 0 to 10 scale, built from the record-level market data on this page. They are a framework for comparing communities, not a guarantee of future value and not advice on a specific home; unlike an automated value estimate they do not price your home, they grade the community on evidence you can inspect. Composite is the plain average of the 3 factors (4.0). Basis: Recent Direction -3.1% year-over-year; Owner Commitment 13% owner-occupied; Pricing Power 92.9% sale-to-list. Refreshed with each data update.

Why work with Momentum here

In a market this negotiable, the number that matters is the one you defend at the table, not the list price. We price sellers to a 110-day reality and position their home against the specific comps that move it; we help buyers read condition and finish differences that explain the spread around the $925,000 median. With inventory turning slowly, disciplined positioning and patience are the whole game.

HIGHLAND PARKS in 15 seconds.

Best forBuyers who want a newer-construction home in Santa Rosa Beach and can move on their own timeline.
Biggest advantageA buyer's tempo — soft year-over-year pricing and long days on market create room to negotiate.
Biggest riskPricing is down 3.1% year-over-year and homes sit, so near-term value is soft.
Sweet spotA well-kept, newer home near the median size where condition justifies the price.
Avoid ifYou need shared amenities or a fast, competitive closing.

HOA, CDD & Fees

In short
  • Mandatory HOA — confirm current dues
  • 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 HIGHLAND PARKS sales matched to your home.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the median home price in HIGHLAND PARKS?
The median sale price in HIGHLAND PARKS was $925K over the 12 months ending July 25, 2026 (16 closed sales, emeraldcoast).
How long do homes in HIGHLAND PARKS take to sell?
Homes that closed in the 12 months ending July 25, 2026 took a median 110 days on market (16 sales, emeraldcoast).
How many homes are in HIGHLAND PARKS?
The Florida DOR 2025 assessment roll shows 164 homes in HIGHLAND PARKS (public records).
What share of HIGHLAND PARKS is owner-occupied?
13% of HIGHLAND PARKS parcels carry a homestead exemption on the 2025 Florida DOR roll, the owner-occupancy proxy in public records.
When were the homes in HIGHLAND PARKS built?
Homes in HIGHLAND PARKS were built between 2011 and 2024, with a median year built of 2017.0 (FL DOR 2025 roll).
Do cash buyers compete in HIGHLAND PARKS?
Cash buyers took 0% of HIGHLAND PARKS sales in the 12 months ending July 2026 (0 of 16 closings, emeraldcoast).
Who is the best real estate agent for HIGHLAND PARKS?
The best agent for HIGHLAND PARKS 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 HIGHLAND PARKS.
How do I find a top Santa Rosa Beach real estate agent who knows HIGHLAND PARKS?
Share a few details in the form on this page. Momentum Realty has 280+ agents and more than $3.5B in closed sales, and we'll connect you with one who knows HIGHLAND PARKS and the wider Santa Rosa Beach area.
Can Momentum Realty connect me with an agent for HIGHLAND PARKS?
Yes. Use the form on this page and we'll introduce you to a local specialist who can guide your HIGHLAND PARKS purchase or sale - no call center and no pressure.
Buyers targeting newer construction around the mid-2010s in Santa Rosa Beach with a budget near the $925,000 medianExcellent fit
Second-home or investment buyers who value negotiability and are comfortable with a slower resale marketExcellent fit
Patient buyers who can wait out a 110-day market and want leverage at the tableExcellent fit
Buyers who need resort-style shared amenities, since none are identified in current listingsProbably not
Sellers who need a quick sale and cannot accommodate a long median time on marketProbably not
Buyers counting on quick short-term gains, given the year-over-year declineProbably not

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Data sources & freshness

Live listingsemeraldcoast, refreshed twice daily (last: July 25, 2026)
Community market statsemeraldcoast closed sales, 12-month windows ending July 25, 2026
Housing stock & ownershipFlorida DOR 2025 assessment roll (street-list match (2 streets, ZIP 32459))
Historical depthClosed-sale records back to 2015 (177 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 emeraldcoast 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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